Do not recommend. The place is really elegant but looks can be deceiving. Our waiter was not attentive to our table but prioritized other tables, thus resulting in another waiter taking our order. A table was seated way after we arrived and was able to receive their food in a timely manner while we had to speak up for an order to even be placed. I felt that me and my guest were not being properly respected.
From the long wait time to then less than mediocre food, I am extremely disappointed. For the price to be extremely high, I expected way better quality food. The “spicy” miso soup was low quality soup with sriracha sauce. For this to be so utterly distasteful it also did have a long wait time.
For my meal I had the prawns and that was a major let down. I would not recommend this place for any occasion. Ive had better service and quality food at other high-end restaurants. Also, I was celebrating my upcoming birthday as well. Left unsatisfied entirely.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Karma McLeod
If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would. While the space itself is very elegant, the experience did not live up to the appearance. From the moment we were seated, it felt like we were treated differently than other guests. Our server was noticeably inattentive to our table while being very engaged and attentive with others around us, which resulted in long wait times and poor service overall. This made the experience uncomfortable and left us feeling overlooked.
When the food finally arrived, it was disappointing at best. Given the extremely high prices, I expected a much higher level of quality. The “spicy” miso soup tasted low-quality, as if sriracha was simply added to basic soup. The miso cod was overly sweet and lacked balance or depth of flavor. None of the dishes justified the cost.
Overall, the combination of poor service and underwhelming food left us unsatisfied. I would not recommend this place for any occasion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
joe abrams
Had an amazing birthday party for a close friend at Akira. The staff were very accommodating, fast service, and very nice. Travis was our server this night and he did an incredible job.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Christina
Absolutely phenomenal experience from the moment we walked in. Rob was extremely knowledgeable and we ordered all of his recommendations from drinks to dessert. Thank you Rob and all of the staff. We will be back!
Dasha Vo
We had an amazing evening at Akura Back Restaurant. The food was absolutely outstanding — every dish was perfectly prepared. The wine list was impressive, with plenty of options for every taste and preference.
We had a small issue, but the managers handled it very professionally and resolved it quickly. A special thank you to Michael and Losan for their attention and excellent service — they truly made our evening special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
Diana B.
This is one of those places where the flavors, the presentation, and the service always shine. Everything just feels right every time you go. And don’t leave without ordering the two must-haves: the tuna pizza and the short rib, they’re always a hit. It’s also a great spot for a double date, with the perfect mix of good food and a fun atmosphere. We always make reservation to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Elina
We dinned with one other couple. The server was friendly and informative and explained things are served tapas style for the table. I explained to him that we want separate checks as we are ordering independently from the other couple. Yet they only served the other couples food, my wife and I sat with empty plates the entire evening. Finally my wife's entree arrived after the other couple were finished eating. My entree never arrived. I explained to two different servers that I was hungry and our “starter” never arrived and either did my entree. They offered to get me some white rice or soup while I waited. That never arrived either... 20 minutes later after my wife was finished with her entree, my entree arrived with the side of white rice that was supposed to hold me over while I waited. Our tuna pizza also arrived with my entree. The server denied accountability by saying it's “tapas style” and that he put the order in all at once. However we explained to him that tapas wouldn't work at the beginning because it's separate checks... When there are entrees on a menu, serve them with other entrees, pretty simple, yet they had a hard time doing that. the entire situation was annoying. The food was good but the portions were very small for the price charged, so I felt no real value for what they gave. Nice atmosphere and the servers were friendly over all, but friendliness and effectiveness are two different things.
Elise Camacho
Made a solo date an absolute perfect gastronomic affair! So impressed by our Delray locals
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug
Tables next to us were having various meltdowns about food taking a while. That set the tone. Service was disinterested. Eggplant was overcooked (burnt), potatoes and carrots with short rib were undercooked (raw). It started pouring outside and we stood inside for about 5 minutes before someone dealt with us. Host basically pushed us out the door at the end of the night. All for nearly $300!
Zachary O'Malley
Some of the best sushi you’ll ever have, bar none.
Called last minute and they managed to sneak us in at the sushi bar. Could not be happier with our choice.
The otoro and hamachi sashimi were absurdly delicious and satisfying. The ambiance is lovely, and the location is superb.
I enjoyed an amazing experience. I asked Anthony, my server, to create a dining experience for me. He chose some of his favorites and they were spot on and did not disappoint. Everyone who delivered a segment of my meal did so with enthusiasm as they described what had been delivered. The entire staff was kind and friendly. I'll definitely have to dine at Akira Back the next time I'm in the area.
Christine
Excellent service from our waitress Savanna and we appreciate the personal touch from manager - wonderful always we will be back
Lori
The food is absolutely delicious. Unlike any other. The Lobster Tempura cannot be matched anywhere else...fresh chunks of lobster in a light tempura batter. The Black Cod is amazing. Our waitress Savannah was so knowledgeable and spunky. Loved her personality. Run don't walk...it is the best experience that we have had in Florida in the past 10 years⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Cory Contini
Absolutely the best in Delray. The concept is second to none! Amazingly delicious food that is unique and interesting which invigorates all the senses, but yet still so satisfying. The ambiance is truly elite, beautiful design, and great music to match. What puts Akira Back above all the rest is the top tier service. Michael is a connoisseur of all sorts and an expert in many realms. Shout out to Juliana as well. Congrats to the entire team from kitchen to FOH to support, I highly recommend treating yourself.
Edit: I went back again in the same week because it was so good. Matthew Moll is the epitome of class and a true leader. There's no wonder why this place is so special. Val the bartender is just the cherry on top!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Busch King
Possibly one of the best Japanese spots in all of South Florida. The prime rib sushi roll was something like you’ve never tasted before. This place is absolutely unique. The tuna pizza for an appetizer was a game changer and like nothing you’ve ever had before as well. Cocktails were on fleek, the server was absolutely giving.
Do not recommend. The place is really elegant but looks can be deceiving. Our waiter was not attentive to our table but prioritized other tables, thus resulting in another waiter taking our order. A table was seated way after we arrived and was able to receive their food in a timely manner while we had to speak up for an order to even be placed. I felt that me and my guest were not being properly respected.
From the long wait time to then less than mediocre food, I am extremely disappointed. For the price to be extremely high, I expected way better quality food. The “spicy” miso soup was low quality soup with sriracha sauce. For this to be so utterly distasteful it also did have a long wait time.
For my meal I had the prawns and that was a major let down. I would not recommend this place for any occasion. Ive had better service and quality food at other high-end restaurants. Also, I was celebrating my upcoming birthday as well. Left unsatisfied entirely.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
If I could give this restaurant zero stars, I would. While the space itself is very elegant, the experience did not live up to the appearance. From the moment we were seated, it felt like we were treated differently than other guests. Our server was noticeably inattentive to our table while being very engaged and attentive with others around us, which resulted in long wait times and poor service overall. This made the experience uncomfortable and left us feeling overlooked.
When the food finally arrived, it was disappointing at best. Given the extremely high prices, I expected a much higher level of quality. The “spicy” miso soup tasted low-quality, as if sriracha was simply added to basic soup. The miso cod was overly sweet and lacked balance or depth of flavor. None of the dishes justified the cost.
Overall, the combination of poor service and underwhelming food left us unsatisfied. I would not recommend this place for any occasion.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Had an amazing birthday party for a close friend at Akira. The staff were very accommodating, fast service, and very nice. Travis was our server this night and he did an incredible job.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Absolutely phenomenal experience from the moment we walked in. Rob was extremely knowledgeable and we ordered all of his recommendations from drinks to dessert. Thank you Rob and all of the staff. We will be back!
We had an amazing evening at Akura Back Restaurant. The food was absolutely outstanding — every dish was perfectly prepared. The wine list was impressive, with plenty of options for every taste and preference.
We had a small issue, but the managers handled it very professionally and resolved it quickly. A special thank you to Michael and Losan for their attention and excellent service — they truly made our evening special.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 4
This is one of those places where the flavors, the presentation, and the service always shine. Everything just feels right every time you go. And don’t leave without ordering the two must-haves: the tuna pizza and the short rib, they’re always a hit. It’s also a great spot for a double date, with the perfect mix of good food and a fun atmosphere. We always make reservation to go.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We dinned with one other couple. The server was friendly and informative and explained things are served tapas style for the table. I explained to him that we want separate checks as we are ordering independently from the other couple. Yet they only served the other couples food, my wife and I sat with empty plates the entire evening. Finally my wife's entree arrived after the other couple were finished eating. My entree never arrived. I explained to two different servers that I was hungry and our “starter” never arrived and either did my entree. They offered to get me some white rice or soup while I waited. That never arrived either... 20 minutes later after my wife was finished with her entree, my entree arrived with the side of white rice that was supposed to hold me over while I waited. Our tuna pizza also arrived with my entree. The server denied accountability by saying it's “tapas style” and that he put the order in all at once. However we explained to him that tapas wouldn't work at the beginning because it's separate checks... When there are entrees on a menu, serve them with other entrees, pretty simple, yet they had a hard time doing that. the entire situation was annoying. The food was good but the portions were very small for the price charged, so I felt no real value for what they gave. Nice atmosphere and the servers were friendly over all, but friendliness and effectiveness are two different things.
Made a solo date an absolute perfect gastronomic affair! So impressed by our Delray locals
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tables next to us were having various meltdowns about food taking a while. That set the tone. Service was disinterested. Eggplant was overcooked (burnt), potatoes and carrots with short rib were undercooked (raw). It started pouring outside and we stood inside for about 5 minutes before someone dealt with us. Host basically pushed us out the door at the end of the night. All for nearly $300!
Some of the best sushi you’ll ever have, bar none.
Called last minute and they managed to sneak us in at the sushi bar. Could not be happier with our choice.
The otoro and hamachi sashimi were absurdly delicious and satisfying. The ambiance is lovely, and the location is superb.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Yellowtail Serrano, Wagyu
Restaurantji Recommends
I enjoyed an amazing experience. I asked Anthony, my server, to create a dining experience for me. He chose some of his favorites and they were spot on and did not disappoint. Everyone who delivered a segment of my meal did so with enthusiasm as they described what had been delivered. The entire staff was kind and friendly. I'll definitely have to dine at Akira Back the next time I'm in the area.
Excellent service from our waitress Savanna and we appreciate the personal touch from manager - wonderful always we will be back
The food is absolutely delicious. Unlike any other. The Lobster Tempura cannot be matched anywhere else...fresh chunks of lobster in a light tempura batter. The Black Cod is amazing. Our waitress Savannah was so knowledgeable and spunky. Loved her personality. Run don't walk...it is the best experience that we have had in Florida in the past 10 years⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Absolutely the best in Delray. The concept is second to none! Amazingly delicious food that is unique and interesting which invigorates all the senses, but yet still so satisfying. The ambiance is truly elite, beautiful design, and great music to match. What puts Akira Back above all the rest is the top tier service. Michael is a connoisseur of all sorts and an expert in many realms. Shout out to Juliana as well. Congrats to the entire team from kitchen to FOH to support, I highly recommend treating yourself.
Edit: I went back again in the same week because it was so good. Matthew Moll is the epitome of class and a true leader. There's no wonder why this place is so special. Val the bartender is just the cherry on top!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Possibly one of the best Japanese spots in all of South Florida. The prime rib sushi roll was something like you’ve never tasted before. This place is absolutely unique. The tuna pizza for an appetizer was a game changer and like nothing you’ve ever had before as well. Cocktails were on fleek, the server was absolutely giving.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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