Lumi by Akira Back · Restaurant · San Diego
Akira Back's sushi rooftop over the Gaslamp Quarter skyline
Lumi crowns the rooftop of the former Grand Pacific Hotel on Fifth Avenue, a 5,000-square-foot perch above the Gaslamp Quarter where the downtown skyline does most of the decorating. It is the San Diego address of Akira Back, the Korea-born, Aspen-raised former pro snowboarder who traded the halfpipe for the line under Nobu Matsuhisa and now runs a global portfolio of namesake rooms, with Michelin recognition for his Dosa concept in Seoul and London.
Back conceived the menu here, and day to day the kitchen is led by Nobu-trained executive talent, carrying his Nikkei-meets-Korean point of view across sushi, robata, and raw bar. The dishes that travel with his name lead the order. The Akira Back Pizza, his cross-the-globe signature, arrives as a crackling thin round layered with tuna, ponzu
Reserve a VIP table at Lumi by Akira Back through the MyRSVP concierge. Submit a request via the form on this page and a host will confirm bottle minimums, arrival timing and any large-group requests within hours. MyRSVP handles San Diego reservations with on-the-ground hosts who book the toughest rooms in the city.
Hours of operation
- Monday: 17:30 – 23:00
- Tuesday: 17:30 – 23:00
- Wednesday: 17:30 – 23:00
- Thursday: 17:30 – 00:00
- Friday: 17:30 – 01:30
- Saturday: 17:30 – 01:30
- Sunday: 17:30 – 23:00
Frequently asked about Lumi by Akira Back
How do I get a reservation at Lumi by Akira Back in San Diego?
Tables at Lumi by Akira Back are booked directly with the restaurant. If it is part of a bigger San Diego plan, MyRSVP handles the beach clubs and nightlife around your dinner and can point you to the venue's own reservations channel.
What should I order at Lumi by Akira Back?
Lumi by Akira Back is best known for its signature dishes and shareable plates. Tell MyRSVP your party size and any dietary needs and we note them with your request.
What is the dress code at Lumi by Akira Back?
Lumi by Akira Back runs an upscale dining dress code: smart, dressed-up attire, no athletic wear or beachwear. MyRSVP confirms any current door specifics with your booking.
Where is Lumi by Akira Back located?
Lumi by Akira Back is in San Diego. MyRSVP can build it into a full San Diego itinerary alongside the surrounding nightlife.
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