Akira Back
Moonlight Basin, Big Sky
Restaurant in Big Sky, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Akira Back is the Big Sky pick for a sleeker dinner when the group wants polish over lodge-style comfort. It is stronger for date nights and small occasions than for lunch or large experience-led outings; cross-shop Cortina for American Contemporary or The Montana Dinner Yurt for a bigger destination evening.
About Akira Back
Akira Back is a Big Sky dinner option with a smart casual dress code and a defined evening schedule. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, with the restaurant closed on Sunday and Monday.
Plan around the basics: Big Sky location, smart casual dress code, and evening hours, and check directly if cuisine, price level, menu format, seating setup, or awards history matter to your decision. If you are comparing dinner plans, The Montana Dinner Yurt is another option to consider.
A Big Sky dinner option with a clear evening schedule
The main reason to consider Akira Back is practical fit: it is an evening restaurant in Big Sky with service from 5–8:30 PM Tuesday through Saturday. That makes it best evaluated as a dinner plan rather than a lunch stop or all-day fallback.
For cross-shopping, compare Akira Back with The Landing, Wildwood, Cortina, Backcast, and The Montana Dinner Yurt. Since price, menu style, service format, and atmosphere can shape the choice, confirm current details directly before choosing.
Who should choose it, and who should cross-shop
Choose Akira Back if its Big Sky location, smart casual dress code, and Tuesday-through-Saturday dinner window fit your plans. Skip it for lunch, and do not build a Sunday or Monday plan around it, since those days are closed.
The practical read: choose Akira Back when you want a dinner option in Big Sky during its scheduled hours. If timing, availability, or the type of evening you want does not line up, cross-shop The Montana Dinner Yurt, Cortina, The Landing, Wildwood, or Backcast, and check current details before booking.
Planning details
- Location
- 26 Statesman Rd, Big Sky, MT 59716
- Website
- oneandonlyresorts.com/moonlight-basin/dining/akira-back
- Phone
- (406) 993-3401
Venue details
Ambiance
Refined and contemporary with warm, moody lighting, sleek modern finishes, and a calm, upscale atmosphere that contrasts intimate indoor seating with expansive alpine views.
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Experience
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At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
Signature Dishes
- AB Tuna Pizza
- fire-seared wagyu
- premium sushi and sashimi
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 26 Statesman Rd, Big Sky, MT 59716
Planning details
Location
26 Statesman Rd, Big Sky, MT 59716 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Landing, Notable alternative
- Wildwood, Notable alternative
- The Montana Dinner Yurt, Notable alternative
- Cortina, American Contemporary, American Contemporary
- Backcast, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How Akira Back compares in Big Sky
Choose Akira Back when the priority is a polished dinner room and a sharper resort-night feel. The Landing and Wildwood read as easier all-purpose Big Sky choices, better for groups that want a relaxed meal without making ambiance the deciding factor.
Cortina is the cleanest cross-shop for diners who want American Contemporary cooking and a more familiar regional lane. Akira Back is the better call when the table wants something less lodge-coded and more composed. For a full outing where the setting is the point, The Montana Dinner Yurt is the stronger choice.
If availability is the issue, Backcast is the practical backup. Akira Back is listed as easy to book, but peak Big Sky weeks can tighten dinner windows fast, so it is still worth planning ahead for prime evening times.
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Compare Akira Back
| Venue | Location | Cuisine | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akira Back | Big Sky | , | No published awards |
| The Landing | Big Sky | , | No published awards |
| Wildwood | Big Sky | , | No published awards |
| The Montana Dinner Yurt | Big Sky | , | No published awards |
| Cortina | Big Sky | American Contemporary | 2026 Forbes 4-Star2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence2025 Forbes 4-Star |
| Backcast | Big Sky | , | No published awards |
How Akira Back Big Sky compares with similar nearby venues.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Akira Back good for a special occasion?
It may be, if the Big Sky location, smart casual dress code, and dinner schedule fit the occasion. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, and the restaurant is closed Monday and Sunday. If you are comparing options, The Montana Dinner Yurt is another venue to consider.
Can I eat at the bar at Akira Back?
If bar seating matters to you, check directly with the restaurant. The useful planning anchor is the service pattern: Tuesday through Saturday, 5–8:30 PM, with Sunday and Monday closed. The Landing is another option to compare.
What should a first-timer know about Akira Back?
Treat it as a dinner plan in Big Sky, not a casual drop-in for any hour of the day. It is closed Monday and Sunday, with service Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, so timing matters. If your plans are flexible, compare it with Wildwood or other dining options.
Is Akira Back good for solo dining?
If solo-dining setup matters to you, check directly with the restaurant. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. If you want another option to compare, Backcast is another venue to consider.
What are alternatives to Akira Back?
Other venues to compare include The Landing, Wildwood, The Montana Dinner Yurt, Cortina, and Backcast. Akira Back is a Big Sky dinner option with service Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM and a smart casual dress code. Confirm current menus, availability, and service details directly before deciding.
Is lunch or dinner better at Akira Back?
Dinner is the relevant option based on the restaurant’s schedule. Service runs Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, and the restaurant is closed Monday and Sunday. If you need daytime dining, look at another option instead.
How far ahead should I book Akira Back?
Plan according to your travel needs and check directly with the restaurant. The schedule is Tuesday through Saturday from 5–8:30 PM, with Monday and Sunday closed. For a fixed dinner plan, it is sensible to check availability before the day you want to dine.
