Akira Back

With every moment in life, one creates a memory so profound that one must share it with the rest of the world.
A former professional snowboarder, now a renowned Michelin Star Chef, Akira Back’s boundless creativity and genius approach takes him all over the globe.
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The namesake Akira Back restaurant, located in the Diplomatic Quarter of Riyadh, is a multi-sensory dining experience that leads guests through a culinary journey that ignites the imagination.  Its modern Japanese fare incorporates Chef Back’s diverse culinary influences acquired from his childhood, Korean heritage, and travels throughout the world while paying  homage to traditional Japanese cuisine. Chef Back has created a dynamic custom menu composed of cold and hot “small plates” ideal for sharing in multiple courses, creating an intimate dining atmosphere that immerses guests in a spectacular statement of luxury with every dish while also curating culture within its own walls.