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Akira Back- The Ray Hotel, Delray Beach, FL

Akira Back- The Ray Hotel

4.7
4.7
1188 Reviews
$31 to $50
Japanese

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Hot spot
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Together with The Ray Hotel, Chef Akira Back opens his first Florida namesake restaurant in Delray Beach. Drawing on inspiration from his Korean heritage and travels around the globe, Chef Back has created a menu that blends modern Japanese cuisine with authentic Korean flavours. In addition to his signature dishes, Back has created new items unique for the Delray Beach location. Complemented by the sleek design, this unparalleled dining experience is a true statement of luxury.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Delray Beach
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve 2025

    $300.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at Akira Back Delray Beach with an evening of elevated cuisine by Chef Akira Back. Enjoy our exclusive à la carte menu featuring signature dishes and indulgent specials to celebrate the night. Pair dinner with access to Rosewater Rooftop for the "Countdown to Midnight" by selecting a General Admission or Open Bar add-on. General Admission will gain you entry to Rosewater and a complimentary champagne toast at midnight. Open-Bar tickets will allow you access to our premium open-bar from 8pm to 11pm and a complimentary champagne toast. With exceptional flavors and a vibrant atmosphere, Akira Back Delray Beach is the perfect place to end 2024 and ring in the New Year.
    New Year's Eve 2025 Photo

What 1,188 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • West Palm Beach

    Hot spot

  • West Palm Beach East

    Best Service

  • West Palm Beach East

    Good for groups

  • West Palm Beach East

    Hot spot

  • West Palm Beach East

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Akira Back at The Ray Hotel offers an unforgettable dining experience with "amazing food" and "top-notch service." Patrons rave about the "creative plating" and "beautiful presentation." The atmosphere is lively, and standout servers like Adam and Jose enhance the experience with "perfect recommendations." Although pricey, the quality and flavor make it "worth every penny." A must-visit for sushi lovers and those seeking a sophisticated culinary adventure.

1,188 Reviews
  1. Robin

    New York City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is our repeat restaurant because it never fails to be excellently consistent and exceptionally good.

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  2. Jerry

    New York City

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always above and beyond spectacular. The service is remarkable and the staff and always so accommodating.

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  3. Frank

    Chicago

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Jacob was outstanding. The food absolutely over the top in creativity and taste. Matt the manager came over to welcome us and guarantee our overall satisfaction. A regular destination that never disappoints

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  4. Jonathan

    New York City

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is excellent great place and fun trendy vibes 

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was excellent our barkeep John was great would go back just for him
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the food and had such a great experience with John behind the bar. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to him—he'll be thrilled! We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic visit.

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  6. Howard

    Alabama

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Way too loud Probably won't go back even though the food was spectacular, although pricey Really enjoyed the meal Shouting at a table of four to hear each other is not my idea of a great dinner I was exhausted from screaming at the dinner
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and had a spectacular meal. However, we sincerely apologize for the noise level during your visit. We understand that a comfortable dining atmosphere is just as important as the food, and we regret that the loud environment affected your experience. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will certainly look into ways to improve the ambiance for future guests. We hope you might consider giving us another chance to provide a more enjoyable dining experience next time.

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  7. Andrew

    West Palm Beach

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It is now my fav restaurant in the whole world and i have traveled a lot
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded 3 days ago
    Wow, thank you so much for the incredible compliment! We are absolutely honored to be your favorite restaurant in the world, especially given your extensive travels. We're thrilled to hear you enjoy the experience so much, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for many more amazing meals by Chef Akira Back.

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  8. Brenda

    West Palm Beach

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food always amazing. Great service. Sat at table 83. Will request it in the future
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you consistently enjoy the food and service. It's great to know that Table 83 was a perfect spot for you—be sure to request it next time, and we'll be happy to accommodate! We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  9. barry

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was delightful and did all he could to enhance our dining experience. The food however was simply awful. We were stunned. Very rarely so we leave uneaten food on our plates. We did not find one dish to be delicious. Shocking why this restaurant is so crowded.
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your feedback. We're so glad to hear that our server was able to enhance your experience, but we sincerely apologize that the food did not meet your expectations. We take all feedback seriously and are disappointed to learn that none of the dishes were to your liking. We strive to provide both great service and exceptional food, and we will take note of this to ensure we continue to improve. We appreciate your honesty and hope you'll consider giving us another try in the future.

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  10. Louise

    London

    16 reviews

    4.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Delicious food! Very noisy Great for special Occasion Tina pizza outstanding
    Akira Back- The Ray HotelResponded on November 11, 2024
    Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled you enjoyed the food, especially the Tuna pizza—it's definitely a crowd favorite! We're so glad to hear you think Akira Back is great for special occasions, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another delicious meal!

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FAQs

Akira Back- The Ray Hotel is rated 4.7 stars by 1188 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 37 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Akira Back- The Ray Hotel

233 NE 2nd Avenue, Delray Beach, FL 33444

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Delray Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Japanese, Korean
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Eric Berlin
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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