Akira Back

4.7

267 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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The Akira Back restaurant on the waterfront of The Grandscape Development of The Colony, TX is modern Japanese cuisine with 5-star service. This innovative concept was created by Michelin Star award winning Chef Akira Back. As a former professional snowboarder, Chef Back's passion is to provide a food and beverage experience that is unique and leaves people emotionally connected with aspects of his food, personality, and life.

The Akira Back restaurant prides itself on creating innovative culinary experiences combined with a social atmosphere and elegant ambiance. The Akira Back restaurants consist of 20 locations in 9 different countries with many additional locations set to open in the next 12 months.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Cuisines
Japanese, Korean, International
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(945) 224-0505
Website
http://www.akirabackdallas.com/
Dress code
Smart Casual
Private party facilities
We have 3 private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 16 guests. Call for more information.

Location
5765 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056
Neighborhood
The Colony
Cross street
Located within the Grandscape Development with Nebraska Furniture Mart.
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View

Experiences

Wagyu Whiskey Wednesdays
Multiple dates available
Every Wednesday Night we offer exclusive Wagyu menu additions plus enjoy 25% off all Japanese A5 Wagyu and 25% off select Japanese Whiskeys.
Greatest Hits Kaiseki Tasting Menu
$125.00 per person
Multiple dates available
An 8-course tasting menu featuring some of Chef Akira’s most signature dishes that vaulted him to Michelin-star status.
Seasonal Kaiseki Menu
$200.00 per person
Multiple dates available
An 11-course tasting menu featuring premium proteins and seasonal ingredients. This menu showcases Japanese A5 Wagyu, Bluefin Oh Toro, and Ossetra caviar as well as seasonal preparations and premium fish exclusive to this tasting menu. The Seasonal Kaiseki Menu changes every 3 months with the seasons.

Popular dishes

Ab Tuna Pizza$25.00
umami aioli / micro shiso / white truffle oil
Jeju Domi$23.00
marinated masago / red sorrel / chojang
Salmon Tiradito$23.00
grilled peach / yuzu lemon / cilantro oil
Ab Tataki$25.00
kizami wasabi /onion / karashi su miso
Hokkaido Scallop Kiwi$25.00
onion salsa / shiso / truffle / yuzu soy
Yellowtail Serrano$25.00
serrano salsa / garlic / cilantro / citrus soy
Toro Caviar$42.00
serrano / cilantro / caviar / gochujang miso
Whitefish Crudo$25.00
crispy onion / serrano / shiso / nanbanzu

Ab Tartar

Toro / Yellowtail
ossetra caviar / wasabi soy / brioche / chef's selection of 9 different accompaniments
- Toro$40.00
- Yellowtail$30.00

New Style Carpaccio

Salmon / Whitefish / Octopus$26.00
hot sesame & olive oil / yuzu soy / serrano / garlic / ginger / chives / parmesan cheese

Nazo 9

Chef's Signature Mystery Box
Unveiled tableside. While supplies last. Minimum 2 guests
- per person$65.00

Hot

Ab Taco$22.00
wagyu bulgogi / roasted tomato ponzu
Eggplant Miso$12.00
sesame / chives / mozzarella / den miso
Miso Black Cod$35.00
sake foam / shishito / den miso
Rock Shrimp Tempura$24.00
mixed greens / chives / gochujang aioli
Grilled Octopus$25.00
potato foam / salsa verde / chipotle sauce
Edamame$7.00
sea salt or kimchi butter
Texas Wagyu Ribeye$85.00
10 oz. texas wagyu / kizami wasabi
Texas Wagyu Short Rib$48.00
potato / carrot / quail egg / braising jus

Japanese A5 Wagyu

Flambé
truffle ponzu / flamed with brandy tableside
- MP
Smoked Tataki
smoked ponzu / garlic / spicy daikon
- MP

Signature Rolls

Cow-Wow Roll$25.00
braised short rib / asian slaw
Perfect Storm$23.00
shrimp tempura / spicy tuna / salmon belly aburi / cucumber / mango salsa / chipotle mayo
Protein Roll$22.00
tuna / salmon / yellowtail / crab / shiso / asparagus / soy paper / dynamite sauce / karashi su miso
Hot Mess$22.00
crab tempura / sashimi poke / avocado / soy paper / seaweed / spicy ponzu aioli
Blacked Out$22.00
blackened salmon / spicy crab mix / asparagus / avocado / sliced lemon
Brother From Another Mother$28.00
unagi kabayaki / anago tempura / cucumber / foie gras torchon / kaiware / togarashi / sesame dressing / eel sauce
Pop Rockin'$18.00
snow crab / avocado / salmon / pop rock candy
Baked Crab Hand Roll$20.00
snow crab / negi / sesame seeds / soy paper / dynamite sauce

Nigiri / Sashimi

Tuna Belly
toro
- MP
Tuna$12.00
maguro
Salmon$9.00
sake
Red Snapper$10.00
tai
Halibut$10.00
hirame
Yellowtail$9.00
hamachi
Striped Jack$12.00
shima aji
Salmon Roe$10.00
ikura
Sea Urchin
uni
- MP
Scallop$12.00
hotate
Spot Prawn$18.00
botan ebi
Amberjack$10.00
kanpachi
Fresh Water Eel$12.00
unagi
Sea Eel$14.00
anago
Egg Omelette$8.00
tamago

Sushi / Sashimi Platters

Sashimi$38.00
7 pieces of chef's selected sashimi
Sushi$38.00
7 pieces of chef's selected nigiri plus a spicy tuna roll
Chef Akira's Sampler$79.00
14 pieces of chef's selected sashimi and nigiri plus one of Chef Akira's signature rolls

Salad

Cucumber Sunomono$7.00
toasted sesame seeds / amazu
House Salad$12.00
mixed greens / balsamic ginger soy dressing
Tataki Salad$22.00
tuna & salmon / mixed greens / tomato / beets / balsamic ginger soy dressing
Seaweed Salad$8.00
tosaka / hiyashi wakame / tosazu dressing

Soup

Miso$7.00
seaweed / tofu / negi
Spicy Miso$9.00
king crab / negi / seaweed

Sides

Mixed Mushrooms$12.00
shiitake / oyster / shimeji / yuzu soy
Brussel Sprouts$22.00
rice puffs / kimchi glaze

Dessert

Ab Cigar$12.00
lucuma mousse / chocolate brownie / cocoa nibs
Assorted Mochi Ice Cream$11.00

What 267 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.6Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Dallas - Fort Worth
Japanese
Dallas Suburbs
Innovative

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Itwasmeh
Dallas
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great food, weird setting. Can’t wrap my head around why this was the location or the building, but the sushi was unquestionably top notch. One of the better dinners I’ve had.
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OpenTable Diner
Jacksonville
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wow!!!! I have been to Shoyo Sushi for their tasting menu, but it’s so hard to get reservations and it’s in Dallas. Akira Back is in closer, easier to get in, and was even better! They have a full menu plus 3 tasting options. We had the seasonal tasting, not realizing it was 11 plates! It had more exotic options. Everything was phenomenal and had a nice mix of sushi, other seafood, and A5 wagyu beef 🤤 We ate it all up with no regrets! There were plenty of open tables and we were seated immediately. Service was impeccable, for example they refolded our napkins any time somebody went to the bathroom. The drinks were SO good, I’d return just for those! The patio looked really nice, so I’m excited to return and try eating out there with the beautiful water view!
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BrittneyS
Dallas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on May 21, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a great experience. Our waiter, Luke, was very professional and informative guiding us through each course. If you’re a foodie, I highly recommend trying the “Greatest Hits” where each course is selected by the chef. It’s definitely worth the value.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the seasonal tasting menu and everything was absolutely delicious. I also do not drink alcohol and they had delicious options for me to drink! Staff was knowledgeable and very friendly, we will definitely be back again!
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musical
Dallas
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on May 19, 2023
overall3food4service5ambience4
Good atmosphere and service. However extremely overpriced and very stingy with food. I would say this is a place you can try at least once, but hard to make a convincing reason to come back for more (unless you’re spending the company dollar).
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MariaS
Dallas
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The perfect meal as usual! Nick was great at the bar and our meal was amazing! The crispy rice Cajun tuna was a great start. Our night had a nice, sweet ending with blackberry's sake and dessert, courtesy of Shane! Great place to celebrate Mother's Day!
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MarR
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on May 14, 2023
overall4food5service3ambience5
Everything was great but the dinner took 2.5 hours, 8 tiny snack servings 20 minutes apart each was an excessive wait that I just didnt expect. Food was great, service was friendly, but the waiting was too much.
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LindaL
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food-amazing. Service-fantastic. Ambience-excellent. This was an overall fantastic experience. It was more than dinner. The servers helped us decide on drinks and food. We chose the 8-course meal and they explained how to best eat each dish. It was fun to try food items we normally wouldn't. It was also fun to see the dishes coming out to different tables. We saw fire, smoke from boxes, and foamy and leafy drinks. My husband and I went to celebrate our anniversary and had lots of fun.
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TC94
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time! Delicious food and drinks and service is top notch!
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LeslieC
Central Texas
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had the Seasonal Kaiseki Menu with Sake Pairings - it was just fabulous in every possible way. Service was outstanding, food was gorgeous and delicious! Expensive, as expected, but well worth the cost for the experience.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
We had a fantastic time at Akira Back! We’ve been to many Michelin star restaurants and this place and the food brought back all those great memories. The dishes are amazing and the attention to detail is what you’d expect from a fine dining establishment.
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OpenTable Diner
San Antonio
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Incredible food and atmosphere. Sake flights are wonderful. Highly recommend the fabulous and fierce. Ordered plates from every section and it was all delicious. Octopus, tuna pizza, sea bass, protein roll, and hot mess. Didn’t love the cigar dessert but the presentation is 10/10! Great service at the sushi bar. Will definitely be back.
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HubAnd40
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 1, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Arranged for a party of 5 for the 8 course experience as a gift for my wife who is a HUGE sushi fan. (I don't eat seafood and I didn't attend the party.) They didn't get through the third course before the pictures and text started coming in telling me how amazing it was. They said the dishes and timing was perfect. Late Sunday reservation so place was especially quiet. Opted for just select drinks instead of the wine paring knowing they weren't huge drinkers. Hostes was very acommodating for the evening. They never even looked at the menu, just ordered cocktails and enjoyed the experience. I felt it was a bit pricey but for such a unique experience I would say worth it as a gift. 100% endorsed by all.
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LayneB
Tampa
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 29, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service and food here are amazing! We had the Mystery Bix and couldn't have been happier.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great atmosphere for dinner. Loved the outdoor seating! Food and service were both outstanding! Will definitely be back.
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solomonb
Sacramento
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 18, 2023
overall3food3service5ambience2
Good food, excellent service, irritating disco background music
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Action
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 16, 2023
overall4food2service5ambience4
Food spread could be better. Not very filling for a 8 course meal
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TC94
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on April 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had the 8 course tasting paired with the sake and everything was amazing!! Date night was a success and will definitely be back again.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food with knowledgeable staff that make the experience
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MeridythG
Denver
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on April 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food was unbelievable! Everything else was flawless - amazing service, beautiful and well designed space. The food is complex and perfectly executed.
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PatrickDaniel
Dallas
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience5
2nd time coming here, the food is absolutely superb! It's safe to say I will be a regular.
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MilanC88
Dallas
13 reviews
4.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2023
overall4food4service4ambience4
Great if you are wanting to try a new experience of Asian fusion. They do offer traditional Japanese style upon request. Service was great but slowed towards the end. Food was good, the wagyu melts in your mouth. The sushi was top quality. Cocktails are good if you are feeling adventurous. However, this place may not be for some. Overall, you pay for a nice experience and an exceptional cuisine.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Everything was fantastic. Went for my girlfriends birthday and ended up going for the 11 course tasting menu and it was wonderful. It might be pricey but it is more than worth it.
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SandraL
Dallas
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 31, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food presentation and taste was incredible! Our server and assistants were all so well trained and professional. Truly a great dining experience and will be back!
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SpencerH
Dallas
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on March 30, 2023
overall4food4service5ambience3
We enjoyed the Chef's Signature Tasting. A previous review states there wasn't much food on the tasting, but I beg to differ. We had more than enough food and really enjoyed it. Next time we will likely do the sake pairing as well.
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DavinaP
Louisville
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2023
overall5food5service4ambience4
We had the seasonal tasting menu and it was exceptional!
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OpenTable Diner
Atlanta Metro
3 reviews
vip
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 24, 2023
overall1food3service4ambience1
First off, the service was ok. Aesthetically it’s def not up to par with their pricing. The “Tasting Experience” was literally a tasting lol. You get to taste the food, not eat. The portions are awful. Def eat before you come. I travel a lot and eat at high end restaurants all over the globe and this was the worst value for the $ I’ve ever experienced. Oh, and they did a promo shoot at the bar during our “experience”. Def something that should have happened after hours. SMH. The food was decent, but def not worth the $.
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OpenTable Diner
Austin
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Everything was absolutely amazing. The only ding was on ambience because they were doing a photo shoot that night and kept shining bright studio lights in our faces during setup.
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gkay
New York Area
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Had an astonishing and inventive dining experience here in mid-March '23 while traveling from NYC. The staff was incredibly adaptable and knowledgable, like any restaurant in this class should be, and our server's suggestions & help guided our selections to create a magical, effortlessly enjoyable evening out -- from cocktails to all the courses. Absolutely delicious food prepared to the highest standard was the order of the night. Akira Back absolutely accomplishes everything it promises, which is sadly rare for many fine dining establishments. I can't rave enough, and I can be a real snob :)
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MichaelB
Dallas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
Tasting menu is excellent. Amazing food highly recommend
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DebbieC
Dallas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoyed every delicious bite of our customized 'Experience' dinner. Michael was phenomenal. His knowledge of the Saki wines and the menu to accommodate our taste preferences were spot on. All EIGHT courses were fabulous. And, both Saki offerings were perfectly paired with the dishes. The food runner assigned to our table was courteous and also knowledgeable when we asked about a few sauces. Impressive how much these servers need to know on the menu. We will return.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great as always!
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Simon
Dallas
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife called it "The best meal in DFW." I agree.
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David
Dallas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience3
The food was creative and well prepared. The service was the best I have had in several years, accommodating, attentive and genuine.
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OpenTable Diner
Minneapolis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m so grateful for the staff at Akira for accommodating me. Shout-outs to Lindsay for the reservation time change(s), Don and Nick at the bar, Jessica for keeping it all together and Chef Shin for his usual culinary magic!
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OpenTable Diner
El Paso
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on March 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
first off, we’ve never heard of this restaurant. were looking for a new place to eat & this came up as an experience on Open Table. glad we went there for dinner. our server Jessica was very knowledgeable about the menu & recommended several dishes. we actually went to try the 8 course meal for $125 but she recommended other dishes & they were all outstanding. the chef’s mystery box was delicious, my favorite. I highly recommend this restaurant to all. not cheap but worth every penny!
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ScottA
Denver
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Some of the best food I've had in the DFW area. We had the 8 course "greatest hits" menu and it did not disappoint! I will absolutely be back to try more of the food. 11/10 rating for everything.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 25, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I don’t usually ever write reviews but I have to say the food is absolutely outstanding! Everything we ordered was delicious I can’t recommend it enough! Perfect for a date night
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PsycheT
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 24, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Was outstanding!
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
everything was beyond phenomenal! Nic & the other servers took great care of us and did an amazing job explaining the menu throughout our dinner in detail.
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FAQs

Akira Back is rated 4.7 stars by 267 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Jun 10, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

5765 Grandscape Blvd, The Colony, TX 75056

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Located within the Grandscape Development with Nebraska Furniture Mart.
Neighborhood
The Colony
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Japanese, Korean, International
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View

Website
http://www.akirabackdallas.com/
Phone number
(945) 224-0505
Private party facilities
We have 3 private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 16 guests. Call for more information.

Akira Back

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Wagyu Whiskey Wednesdays

Greatest Hits Kaiseki Tasting Menu

Seasonal Kaiseki Menu

Sushi

Grilled Octopus

Tuna

Cold

Ab Tuna Pizza$25.00

Jeju Domi$23.00

Salmon Tiradito$23.00

Ab Tataki$25.00

Hokkaido Scallop Kiwi$25.00

Yellowtail Serrano$25.00

Toro Caviar$42.00

Whitefish Crudo$25.00

Ab Tartar

Toro / Yellowtail

New Style Carpaccio

Salmon / Whitefish / Octopus$26.00

Nazo 9

Chef's Signature Mystery Box

Hot

Ab Taco$22.00

Eggplant Miso$12.00

Miso Black Cod$35.00

Rock Shrimp Tempura$24.00

Grilled Octopus$25.00

Edamame$7.00

Texas Wagyu Ribeye$85.00

Texas Wagyu Short Rib$48.00

Japanese A5 Wagyu

Flambé

Smoked Tataki

Signature Rolls

Cow-Wow Roll$25.00

Perfect Storm$23.00

Protein Roll$22.00

Hot Mess$22.00

Blacked Out$22.00

Brother From Another Mother$28.00

Pop Rockin'$18.00

Baked Crab Hand Roll$20.00

Nigiri / Sashimi

Tuna Belly

Tuna$12.00

Salmon$9.00

Red Snapper$10.00

Halibut$10.00

Yellowtail$9.00

Striped Jack$12.00

Salmon Roe$10.00

Sea Urchin

Scallop$12.00

Spot Prawn$18.00

Amberjack$10.00

Fresh Water Eel$12.00

Sea Eel$14.00

Egg Omelette$8.00

Sushi / Sashimi Platters

Sashimi$38.00

Sushi$38.00

Chef Akira's Sampler$79.00

Salad

Cucumber Sunomono$7.00

House Salad$12.00

Tataki Salad$22.00

Seaweed Salad$8.00

Soup

Miso$7.00

Spicy Miso$9.00

Sides

Mixed Mushrooms$12.00

Brussel Sprouts$22.00

Dessert

Ab Cigar$12.00

Assorted Mochi Ice Cream$11.00