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    Akira Back, Restaurant in Florence
    Restaurant
    Michelin 2026

    Akira Back

    Santa Maria Novella, Florence

    Restaurant in Florence, Italy

    The Read

    Price

    $100–150per person

    Dress

    Smart Casual

    Why go

    Akira Back is the Florence pick for diners who want a polished Japanese-Korean fusion break from the city's Tuscan default. Book it as a change-of-pace dinner for couples or small groups, especially after a few regional meals; skip it if the priority is a wine-led, unmistakably local Florence night.

    About Akira Back

    Akira Back in Florence is a Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant with a smart casual dress code.

    Book it when you want a different direction

    The clearest reason to consider Akira Back is category contrast. In Florence, a Japanese-Korean fusion restaurant offers a different direction for a meal.

    For a returning guest, the sensible way to frame it is as an international option within a Florence itinerary rather than the definitive local meal of the trip. If the goal is specifically Japanese-Korean fusion in Florence, Akira Back is the relevant pick.

    Think through drinks before committing

    If beverages are central to the night, confirm the current drinks program, wine list, sake selection, cocktails, or pairings directly before making the restaurant the anchor of the evening.

    The same applies to planning details such as menu format, seating layout, group capacity, pricing, and service style. The core expectations are Japanese-Korean fusion and a smart casual dress code.

    Where it fits in a Florence plan

    Use Akira Back as the Japanese-Korean fusion slot in a Florence itinerary. Pair the decision with broader planning from our full Florence hotels guide and our full Florence bars guide, or keep the rest of the trip focused on other Florence dining and experiences. The verdict: consider it when the group wants Japanese-Korean fusion in Florence; skip it when the night calls for a different kind of Florence meal.

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    Planning details

    Location
    Piazza dell'Unità Italiana 3, Florence, Tuscany, 50123, ITA
    Website
    akirabackflorence.com
    Phone
    +39 055 994 6661

    Venue details

    Ambiance

    Contemporary and design-driven with dim, atmospheric lighting, a stylish hotel-restaurant setting, and an energetic yet refined atmosphere suited to evenings out and special occasions.

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    Date NightBusiness DinnerGroup Dining

    Experience

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    At the Table

    Dress Code
    Smart Casual
    Noise Level
    Lively
    Service Style
    Upscale Casual
    Meal Pacing
    Leisurely
    Capacity
    Medium
    Kitchen
    Fusion
    Menu Format
    A la carte, Tasting menu, Small plates
    Drinks Focus
    Cocktails, Wine
    Dietary
    Vegetarian friendly, Pescatarian friendly

    Signature Dishes

    • AB Tuna Pizza
    • AB Eringi Pizza
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    Getting there
    Piazza dell'Unità Italiana 3, Florence, Tuscany, 50123, ITA

    Planning details

    Location

    Piazza dell'Unità Italiana 3, Florence, Tuscany, 50123, ITA · Directions

    +39 055 994 6661

    akirabackflorence.com

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    FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Akira Back good for a special occasion?

    It can be considered if the occasion calls for Japanese-Korean fusion in Florence.

    What should I wear to Akira Back?

    The dress code is smart casual. For a visit to Akira Back in Florence, choose neat, polished clothing rather than very casual wear.

    What are alternatives to Akira Back in Florence?

    If you want a different Florence meal, choose other dining in the city. Akira Back is the relevant choice when you specifically want Japanese-Korean fusion in Florence.