Ancora Cafe – Italian
Ancora Cafe serves as a vibrant morning retreat where the air is thick with the fragrance of toasted rosemary and warming ginger, drawing guests into a space defined by artisanal comfort. The kitchen celebrates the harmony of sweet and savory, pairing buttery honey-bacon biscuits and crisp cheddar-apple croissants with sophisticated sips like the velvety Mont Blanc cold brew. Each visit offers a sensory escape, where elevated brunch classics and spiced lattes turn a simple coffee break into a lingering, indulgent experience.
North Sherman Avenue https://www.ancoracafes.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Ancora Cafe
Dairy-Free at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chorizo Hash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chorizo Hash. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 6 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheddar Apple Croissant Sammi, Honey Ginger Latte and Rosemary Vanilla Chai. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sparkling Mimosa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sparkling Mimosa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 1 vegan-tagged dish on its current menu, including Sparkling Mimosa. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 8 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheddar Apple Croissant Sammi, Honey Ginger Latte and Rosemary Vanilla Chai. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Ancora Cafe
Ancora Cafe in Indianapolis has 3 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Rosemary Vanilla Chai, Spicy Butterscotch Latte and Yogurt Parfait. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Ancora Cafe
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Yogurt Parfait | 61.7 g | 21.2 g |
| Cheddar Apple Croissant Sammi | 16.7 g | 10.3 g |
| Honey Bacon Biscuit | 13.9 g | 8.5 g |
| Rosemary Vanilla Chai | 51.1 g | 7.1 g |
| Honey Ginger Latte | 56 g | 5.2 g |
| Chorizo Hash | 23.1 g | 4.9 g |
| Gingerbread Old Fashioned Latte | 39.6 g | 4.8 g |
| Mont Blanc Cold Brew | 12.4 g | 2.3 g |
| Spicy Butterscotch Latte | 0.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Sparkling Mimosa | 1.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Espresso | 1.3 g | 0.1 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Guests celebrate the savory and well-prepared main courses, frequently highlighting the restaurant as a perfect destination for special occasions. Diners rave about the delicious flavors and the comfortable, inviting setting, while the service is consistently praised for being both courteous and attentive. Reviewers love the high-quality dining experience and often note their excitement to return and explore more of the menu's offerings.
Menu
Seasonal Drink Menu
Handcrafted seasonal beverages
- Mont Blanc Cold Brew: Vanilla cold brew topped with orange cream cold foam, topped with orange zest (option to sub oat cream) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Spicy Butterscotch Latte: House-made spicy butterscotch sauce, espresso, your choice of milk (served hot or iced) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
- Honey Ginger Latte: House-made ginger syrup, local honey, espresso, sea salt, milk of your choice (served hot or iced) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, GERD-Friendly
- Gingerbread Old Fashioned Latte: House-made gingerbread orange syrup, matcha, your choice of milk (served hot or iced) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Rosemary Vanilla Chai: House-made rosemary vanilla syrup, house-made chai, topped with cinnamon, your choice of milk (served hot or iced) Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, TLC
Brunch Specialties
Creative brunch offerings served 7 days per week
- Chorizo Hash: Artfully crafted chorizo and potato hash Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Honey Bacon Biscuit: Signature biscuit with honey and bacon Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Honey Bacon Sammie: Egg sandwich with honey and bacon Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Cheddar Apple Croissant Sammi: Croissant sandwich with cheddar and apple Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Yogurt Parfait: Yogurt with seasonal toppings Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Beverages
Craft coffee and alcoholic beverages
- Sparkling Mimosa: Sparkling wine and juice Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Espresso: Expertly pulled espresso sourced from fair trade organic beans
Frequently Asked Questions about Ancora Cafe
- Is Ancora Cafe dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ancora Cafe has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Chorizo Hash.
- What can I eat at Ancora Cafe on a dairy-free diet?
- Chorizo Hash carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ancora Cafe have vegan options?
- Yes. 1 dish is tagged vegan on the current menu, including Sparkling Mimosa.
- Is Ancora Cafe gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ancora Cafe?
- Yogurt Parfait, at roughly 21.2g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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