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An illuminated sushi bar, charred wooden walls, and a spiral sculptural staircase infuse unique soulfulness into Akira Back — Toronto’s newest, most-
talked-about restaurant.
Situated in the city’s entertainment dis-
trict on the second oor of the Bisha Hotel & Residences, Akira Back is a modern and glamorous expression of the Japanese din- ing experience. Designed by Toronto-based interior design rm Studio Munge, the 11th namesake restaurant under the Chef Akira Back brand is as trendy as it is luxurious, featuring bold design elements and innova- tive dishes.
For more than two decades, Chef Akira Back has enticed the culinary world with his interpretations of Asian-American fare. His portfolio includes the famed Kumi Japanese Restaurant + Bar at Mandalay Bay and Yellowtail Japanese Restaurant & Lounge at Bellagio Resort & Casino in Las Vegas, as well as concepts in Singapore, New Delhi, Dubai, and Bangkok, and more. Throughout his career, Chef Akira Back has participated in some of the culinary world’s most prestigious events and has been named “Best Chef in Las Vegas” by Las Vegas Weekly. Constantly striving to create the most unique dining experiences around the world, Back says he cra s, “world-class service in a welcoming environment.”
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