The celebrity chef’s eponymous restaurant opened its doors in the Saudi capital in October.
Riyadh’s dining scene has reached a new level — and it’s constantly trying to take it up a notch with new additions every now and then. While the Saudi capital currently boasts a wide selection of fine-dining experiences, celebrity chef Akira Back’s new namesake restaurant is poised to turn up the game.
Located in the capital’s 1364 Shopping Center within the Diplomatic Quarter, Akira Back Riyadh opened its doors last month. The restaurant promises to bring modern Japanese cuisine backed by the chef’s Korean heritage, travels and love for culinary experimentation.
Stepping into Akira Back Riyadh, you’ll be greeted with a sense of luxury and sophistication. Plush brown leather seating with wood finishes takes space along with marble tabletops signifying the sense of simplicity and paving the way for the star of the show — the cuisine. An open kitchen allows you to catch a glimpse of the action inside as the chef. In true Akira Back style, a painting of the chef’s mother also graces the wall, bringing a touch of home and heritage to the concept.
The menu at Akira Back Riyadh promises a sensory journey filled with the chef’s greatest hits. Expect to see fan-favourites like the famous AB Tuna Pizza, Perfect Storm sushi roll, Miso Black Cod, Crab Fried Rice and much more.
Born in Seoul and raised in the US, chef Akira Back’s journey to culinary stardom is anything but ordinary. Starting off as a professional snowboarder, he soon traded the slopes for the kitchen and has since built an empire of 28 restaurants globally. He currently also runs Namu at the Esplanade but the Diplomatic Quarter is his latest stop in Riyadh that’s guaranteed to wow diners.
Whether you’re a long-time fan of his food or completely new to the experience, Akira Back Riyadh promises to leave a lasting impression. This is one dining spot you don’t want to miss.
GO: Visit https://akirabackriyadh.com for more information.
