Sea Views
The terrace and indoor windows are repeatedly praised for views across Palm Jumeirah, the sea, Marina and Atlantis.
Akira Back Dubai
Palm Jumeirah
Akira Back Dubai is a modern Japanese restaurant with Korean and international influences at W Dubai on Palm Jumeirah. Reviews point to creative dishes such as the tuna pizza and miso black cod, alongside terrace views, open-kitchen seating and a lively evening atmosphere.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
731 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Signature Dishes
The tuna pizza and black cod are two of the most consistently praised dishes, with reviewers highlighting their flavour and presentation.
Open Kitchen
Sushi-counter or chef’s-table seating lets diners watch the team prepare and present the food.
Dietary Choice
A full vegan menu, including miso soup, bao bun and mango sushi, gives plant-based diners more than a token option.
Thoughtful Service
Several reviews describe attentive recommendations and regular check-ins without staff becoming intrusive.
Brunch Energy
The brunch format includes an order-all-you-want concept, music and a party atmosphere.
What to Eat at Akira Back Dubai How we choose these items We use AI to find praise and criticism of specific foods and drinks in a selection of Google reviews. For Akira Back Dubai, this list is based on 50 reviews, not every review of the restaurant. We still have more reviews to analyze, so the scores may change. The score is positive reviews minus negative reviews. For example, two positive reviews and one negative review give +1. Each review counts once per item; neutral comments do not change the score. A zero score is not a positive recommendation. “Only neutral feedback” means there are no positive or negative votes. “Mixed feedback” means equal numbers of positive and negative votes. The quotes are examples of what people said, not every comment we counted. We use different reviews where we can. We normally show up to 10 foods and 5 drinks with non-negative scores. Items with the same score stay together. If a tied group would go past the limit, that group and the lower non-negative scores go into Honorable mentions. If an overflowing positive top tie would leave the list empty, we show up to 10 items from that tie and keep the rest in Honorable mentions. Foods and drinks with a negative score are under What to Avoid. Use this as a guide to what reviewers liked, not a guarantee that you will like it too.
These items at Akira Back Dubai got the most positive mentions in user reviews. Check them out!
Food 6
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Tuna pizza Net +7
“Every dish is beautifully presented and full of flavor, especially the signature tuna pizza and black cod.”
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“Every dish is beautifully presented and full of flavor, especially the signature tuna pizza and black cod.”October 2025
“The sushi and signature dishes like the tuna pizza are absolute highlights beautifully presented and full of flavor.”August 2025
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Wagyu fried rice Net +3
“We ordered the Wagyu Fried Rice, which to be honest was the only dish that deserved its price. 9/10”
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“We ordered the Wagyu Fried Rice, which to be honest was the only dish that deserved its price. 9/10”April 2026
“The sushi, tacos, and octopus tempura were packed with flavor, and the wagyu fried rice and salmon were just perfect.”August 2025
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Eggplant miso Net +2
“The sushi was incredibly fresh, and the eggplant miso was next-level, perfectly balancing sweet and savory.”
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“The sushi was incredibly fresh, and the eggplant miso was next-level, perfectly balancing sweet and savory.”August 2025
“My personal favorite was the aubergine miso – rich, perfectly cooked, and absolutely delicious.”June 2025
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Miso black cod Net +2
“If you are not sure what to order the miso black cod is the dish that really stands out.”
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“If you are not sure what to order the miso black cod is the dish that really stands out.”September 2025
“Heard a lot about it and didn’t disappoint. Although I’m not a fan of salmon tataki but that was amazing! It was my number one followed by the miso black cod!”April 2026
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Spinach salad Net +2
“The truffle salad was amazing, and the spinach salad was incredible!🤌🏼”
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“The truffle salad was amazing, and the spinach salad was incredible!🤌🏼”July 2025
“Spinnach salad, plz tried it if u like Asian food, my friend who's from States, she loves it alot🤣🤣”July 2025
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Vegan menu Net +2
“They also have a full vegan menu which is great if you need to accommodate different dietary requirements.”
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“They also have a full vegan menu which is great if you need to accommodate different dietary requirements.”September 2021
“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”June 2024
Honorable mentions (24)
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7-Course tasting menu Net +1
“The 7-course tasting menu was superb, tasty, well presented, beautiful plateware ...”
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“The 7-course tasting menu was superb, tasty, well presented, beautiful plateware ...”September 2025
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9 Course tasting menu Net +1
“We visited on a Tuesday evening for the 9 course tasting menu. The staff and service were very good. The food was to a high standard, with each course being explained in detail.”
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“We visited on a Tuesday evening for the 9 course tasting menu. The staff and service were very good. The food was to a high standard, with each course being explained in detail.”November 2024
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Bao bun Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”June 2024
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Chocolate cake Net +1
“To top it all off, the chocolate cake was the perfect finale.”
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“To top it all off, the chocolate cake was the perfect finale.”August 2025
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Crab fried rice Net +1
“Then came the wagyu fried rice and crab fried rice – both packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”
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“Then came the wagyu fried rice and crab fried rice – both packed with flavor and cooked to perfection.”September 2025
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Creamy spinach Net +1
“The creamy spinach and salmon were delicious!”
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“The creamy spinach and salmon were delicious!”October 2025
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Grilled salmon Net +1
“I love Akira Back. The vibe is super sleek with awesome skyline views, and the food’s a cool twist on Japanese-Korean fusion, I really liked their salmon sushi and grilled salmon.”
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“I love Akira Back. The vibe is super sleek with awesome skyline views, and the food’s a cool twist on Japanese-Korean fusion, I really liked their salmon sushi and grilled salmon.”August 2025
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Korean fried chicken Net +1
“The food was amazing, with a great selection of sushi, tempura, and creative dishes like tuna pizza and Korean fried chicken.”
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“The food was amazing, with a great selection of sushi, tempura, and creative dishes like tuna pizza and Korean fried chicken.”November 2024
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Mango sushi Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”June 2024
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Miso soup Net +1
“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”
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“The food was absolutely delicious. I opted for the vegan menu and it did not disappoint. The Miso Soup, Bao Bun and mango sushi were delicious. The service was brilliant and this was a great way to celebrate our anniversary on park with gorgeous views of the sea.”June 2024
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Mushroom risotto Net +1
“I ordered the chicken for my main but wish I’d gone for the mushroom risotto - someone else ordered it which I ended up eating as it was the best risotto I’ve ever had.”
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“I ordered the chicken for my main but wish I’d gone for the mushroom risotto - someone else ordered it which I ended up eating as it was the best risotto I’ve ever had.”February 2025
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Octopus tempura Net +1
“The sushi, tacos, and octopus tempura were packed with flavor, and the wagyu fried rice and salmon were just perfect.”
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“The sushi, tacos, and octopus tempura were packed with flavor, and the wagyu fried rice and salmon were just perfect.”August 2025
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Sake sake rolls Net +1
“The must tries are tuna pizza, sake sake rolls, spider rolls (veg) and tofu dishes.”
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“The must tries are tuna pizza, sake sake rolls, spider rolls (veg) and tofu dishes.”August 2025
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Salmon fillet Net +1
“Food is also good, for me the salmon fillet especially i luv it.”
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“Food is also good, for me the salmon fillet especially i luv it.”July 2025
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Salmon sushi Net +1
“I love Akira Back. The vibe is super sleek with awesome skyline views, and the food’s a cool twist on Japanese-Korean fusion, I really liked their salmon sushi and grilled salmon.”
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“I love Akira Back. The vibe is super sleek with awesome skyline views, and the food’s a cool twist on Japanese-Korean fusion, I really liked their salmon sushi and grilled salmon.”August 2025
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Salmon tataki Net +1
“Heard a lot about it and didn’t disappoint. Although I’m not a fan of salmon tataki but that was amazing! It was my number one followed by the miso black cod!”
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“Heard a lot about it and didn’t disappoint. Although I’m not a fan of salmon tataki but that was amazing! It was my number one followed by the miso black cod!”April 2026
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Sashimi Net +1
“The sushi boat and sashimi were super fresh and beautifully presented, a real highlight of the evening.”
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“The sushi boat and sashimi were super fresh and beautifully presented, a real highlight of the evening.”September 2025
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Scallops Net +1
“The scallops, cooked to perfection with a bold ginger flavor, melted in my mouth.”
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“The scallops, cooked to perfection with a bold ginger flavor, melted in my mouth.”August 2025
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Spider rolls (veg) Net +1
“The must tries are tuna pizza, sake sake rolls, spider rolls (veg) and tofu dishes.”
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“The must tries are tuna pizza, sake sake rolls, spider rolls (veg) and tofu dishes.”August 2025
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Sushi boat Net +1
“The sushi boat and sashimi were super fresh and beautifully presented, a real highlight of the evening.”
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“The sushi boat and sashimi were super fresh and beautifully presented, a real highlight of the evening.”September 2025
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Tasting menu Net +1
“Each course of the tasting menu was a masterpiece, showcasing a balance between precision and soul❤️❤️❤️❤️”
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“Each course of the tasting menu was a masterpiece, showcasing a balance between precision and soul❤️❤️❤️❤️”September 2025
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Truffle salad Net +1
“The truffle salad was amazing, and the spinach salad was incredible!🤌🏼”
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“The truffle salad was amazing, and the spinach salad was incredible!🤌🏼”July 2025
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Wagyu beef paired with mushrooms Net +1
“The Wagyu beef paired with mushrooms was a divine combination, so rich and delicious.”
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“The Wagyu beef paired with mushrooms was a divine combination, so rich and delicious.”August 2025
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Yuzu dessert Net +1
“The author's dessert was beyond praise, and the yuzu dessert was unique and beautiful.”
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“The author's dessert was beyond praise, and the yuzu dessert was unique and beautiful.”July 2025
What to Avoid (5)
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Fried calamari Net −1
“Fried calamari wasn’t the greatest choice, I would rather replace that with the rock shrimps.”
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“Fried calamari wasn’t the greatest choice, I would rather replace that with the rock shrimps.”April 2026
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Restaurant week 3-course dinner Net −1
“Came for the Restaurant Week 3-course dinner with high expectations, but left very disappointed.”
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“Came for the Restaurant Week 3-course dinner with high expectations, but left very disappointed.”May 2026
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Salmon nigiri Net −1
“The Salmon Nigiri was the worst of them all, with terrible presentation and hard rice.”
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“The Salmon Nigiri was the worst of them all, with terrible presentation and hard rice.”April 2026
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Salmon teriyaki Net −1
“Salmon teriyaki was dry and flavourless with small amount of sauce.”
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“Salmon teriyaki was dry and flavourless with small amount of sauce.”May 2026
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Seaweed salad Net −1
“Sadly the good was overpowered by the bad, The seaweed salad was terrible, incredibly sour , tangy and salty. 3/10”
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“Sadly the good was overpowered by the bad, The seaweed salad was terrible, incredibly sour , tangy and salty. 3/10”April 2026
Tips for a Better Visit
Book Ahead. Reserve in advance, especially for the popular brunch, which reviewers describe as a busy spot.
Request Lighting. Ask for a table with proper lighting when booking if you want to read the menu and see your dishes clearly.
Choose Terrace. For the strongest view and a more relaxed setting, request the terrace or outdoor patio when the weather is suitable.
Allow For Valet. Build in extra arrival time for valet, which one reviewer found particularly busy and slow.
Compare Brunch Areas. Brunch pricing varies by seating area, with lounge, restaurant and terrace options reported at different price points.
Plan the visit
Practical details
W Dubai – The Palm - West Crescent
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
| Mon | 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 6:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM, 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM |
Common Concerns
High Prices
Some diners felt the small portions and inconsistent dishes did not justify the bill.
Dim Lighting
The restaurant can be so dark that reading menus and seeing food is difficult, even with provided lights.
Uneven Food
Reviews describe occasional misses, including dry salmon teriyaki, hard rice in salmon nigiri and overly sour salads.
Loud Music
The DJ atmosphere suits a lively night, but one tasting-menu guest found the music too loud for the setting.
Valet Delays
A reviewer found the valet area incredibly busy and time-consuming on arrival.
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The Bottom Line
Akira Back Dubai is a stylish modern Japanese restaurant at W Dubai on Palm Jumeirah, blending Japanese cooking with Korean and international influences. It suits a celebratory dinner, a polished date night or a lively brunch, particularly if views and atmosphere matter as much as the food. The menu gives you plenty of recognisable starting points: reviewers repeatedly mention the tuna pizza, miso black cod, sushi and wagyu fried rice.
The aubergine miso and desserts also receive praise, while a full vegan menu includes miso soup, bao bun and mango sushi. Chef’s-table and sushi-counter seats add a useful extra dimension because you can watch the kitchen team work. The terrace and large windows bring views of the sea, Palm Jumeirah, Marina and Atlantis.
Music, DJs and a strong sound system make brunch and weekend evenings energetic, though one tasting-menu guest found the DJ too loud. Service is often described as attentive and knowledgeable, but a few recent diners reported disorganisation and repeated calls for waiters. Budget carefully: some guests found portions small for the prices, and food quality can be uneven.
The room is also very dark, so request a better-lit table when booking. Families should note that children are allowed until 9 pm.