Join celebrity chef Akira Back at a unique and creative dining experience with modern Japanese fare and a Korean essence that will stimulate and excite your senses.
HOURS
- Lunch
- 11:30 am – 2:30 pm
- Dinner
- 5:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Menus
Signature Dishes
Tuna Pizza and AB Hanwoo TacosTuna Pizza – Thinly Sliced Tuna, Umami Aioli and a sprinkle of Truffle Oil; AB Hanwoo Tacos – Bulgogi Sauce, Tomato Ponzu
Truffle Bomb CroquettesBotan Prawns, Sea Urchin, Korean Sevruga Caviar
Rock Prawn Hand Roll and Brother from Another MotherRock Prawn Hand Roll – Dynamite Sauce and Soybean Paper Wrapper; Brother from Another Mother – Sea Eel, Freshwater Eel, Foie Gras and Umami Aioli
Meet the Team
Akira Back
ChefBorn in Korea and raised in Aspen, Colorado, Chef Akira Back brings a sense of adventure and creativity to his culinary creations. A professional snowboarder turned chef, Akira became the youngest Executive Chef for Nobu Matsuhisa before opening his own celebrated restaurants – Yellowtail and Kumi. He has recently been awarded a Michelin Star for Dosa in Seoul. Following his successes, Akira opened his namesake Akira Back restaurants in cities around the world and is now bringing the exciting experience to Four Seasons Hotel Seoul.
“My cooking will never be at a standstill because I’m always exploring. I hope to bring everyone with me on a journey of innovation and discovery."
More Dining Options
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DetailsIn-Room Dining
Whether you want to share a romantic dinner in the privacy of your room or suite, need to host an impromptu meeting or are just looking for a quiet evening in, our extensive, in-room menu offers just what you’re looking for, day or night.![]()
DetailsOUL
OUL pays homage to the ever-changing identity of after-hours Seoul. This late-night contemporary bar is an artful exploration of the city’s traditional history, the turn of the century, and of today and beyond, where Korean specialties and seasonal drinks are served alongside bar bites crafted by world-class chefs.![Plush velvet lounge chairs with brown pillows around cocktail tables in Maru Lounge]()
DetailsMaru
Make yourself at home at Maru – Korean for “living room” – and enjoy a refined offering of Korean favorites and international dishes.![Server carries tray of glasses past lounge tables, chairs in Boccalino dining room]()
DetailsBoccalino
Sun-drenched marble walls, gleaming metal accents and cognac leather banquettes perfectly match the contemporary renditions of classic southern Italian dishes you’ll find here, each prepared with passion and showmanship in our open kitchen.![Yu Yuan dining tables, chairs under green wall with modern wire sculpture]()
DetailsYu Yuan
Our renowned Cantonese restaurant brings the grandeur of Shanghai’s swinging 1920s to modern Seoul, using local, seasonal ingredients; unique presentations and Chef de Cuisine Koo Kwok Fai’s authentic recipes to delight your senses.![Pastry chef ties bow on box behind large glass counter with pastries, desserts]()
DetailsConfections by Four Seasons
Take your pick of assorted pastries, cakes or sweet bites and sip on specialty teas and coffees in our laid-back café or take them to go.![Aerial view of The Garden Terrace rooftop patio at night]()
DetailsThe Garden Terrace
Join us this summer on our open-air terrace for a elevated Mexican cuisine and cocktails, all served alongside views of Seoul’s beguiling cityscape.![Close-up of men drinking cocktails on lounge table in dimly-lit Charles H dining room]()
DetailsCharles H.
Exotic, glamorous and steeped in the worldly romance of its namesake bon vivant, the legendary Charles H. Baker, this intimate bar discreetly hidden away on our lower level is where cocktail connoisseurs go to find the perfect drink.![Chefs work behind white marble counter with copper pots at The Market Kitchen]()
DetailsThe Market Kitchen
Reminiscent of a bustling European market hall, this show-stopping buffet is an international bazaar of foods, flavours and cuisines, all prepared à la minute at interactive, live cooking stations.
