Chef Akira Back has officially returned to Jakarta with a statement that literally overshadows every other venue in the city. Perched dramatically on the 100th floor of the landmark Autograph Tower at Thamrin Nine, Akira Back Jakarta introduces what is unequivocally the highest dining experience in Indonesia.
First bringing his modern culinary vision to Jakarta in 2014, the globally recognized chef and restaurateur, a former professional snowboarder turned culinary mogul, returns to the capital with a fresh, elevated perspective.
Partnering with the Adhya Group, this grand opening isn’t merely another restaurant launch; it is a long-term monument to Jakarta’s growing appetite for world-class hospitality.
“Returning to Jakarta, at its very highest point, is an honour. This city has always held a special place in my heart. Now we celebrate it from above everything,” said Chef Akira Back
An Intimate Haven Above the Skyline
Ascending to the top of Southern Asia’s tallest tower is a prelude to the main event. As the elevator doors slide open 100 stories above Central Jakarta, the city’s frantic pace dissolves into understated luxury. Designed around intimacy and milestone moments, the venue accommodates just 60 guests across a sleek 52-seat main dining area and an ultra-private 8-guest VIP suite.
Floor-to-ceiling glass windows transform the surrounding cityscape into a living backdrop, transitioning from the warm golden hues of sunset to a glowing matrix of city lights after dusk.
Contemporary Japanese with a Global Point of View
Chef Back’s cuisine is a masterclass in cross-cultural storytelling, rooted in Japanese technique and enriched by his Seoul birthplace and American upbringing.
No Akira Back experience is complete without the famous AB Tuna Pizza, built on a paper-thin crisp base lathered with umami aioli, micro shiso, and a splash of white truffle oil.
Then, guest can enjoy the Kanpachi Goma delivers velvety Japanese kingfish accented with zesty yuzu goma and herb oil, while the Brother From Another Mother Roll creates balance by pairing saltwater and freshwater eel.
Looking for a meat menu? The 48-Hour Short Wagyu Rib stands out as a testament to low-and-slow culinary precision. For those seeking grand indulgence, options like King Crab Dynamite will showcase the kitchen’s flair.
To close the evening, the Truffle Ice Cream Pizza turns the restaurant’s famous savory starter into a sweet, decadent final note.
