Aker Restaurant & Lounge

4.7

66 Reviews

$50 and over

Japanese

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2 people

Mar 2, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 29 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Good for business meals

We a 21+ establishment, valid ID Required. Indulge in a world of culinary sophistication and vibrant nightlife at our upcoming restaurant and bar. Elevate your dining experience with an enticing fusion of upscale cuisine, meticulously crafted cocktails, and a chic ambiance. Immerse yourself in a haven where exceptional flavors meet refined style. Stay tuned for a culinary journey that promises to redefine upscale dining and unforgettable nights out.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Latin American, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(385) 295-4077
Website
https://akersaltlake.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Jhonny Lopez

Location
9 Exchange Pl, Salt Lake City, UT 84111-2709
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Cross Street
We are a Bar. 21+, I.D. required. We are in the Boston Building.
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Just south of Gallivan Center Stop (Trax Green/Blue Lines)
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 66 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Salt Lake City
Hot spot
Salt Lake City
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Aker Restaurant & Lounge is a vibrant addition to Salt Lake City's dining scene, offering "incredible food," "fantastic cocktails," and "great service." With a stunning ambiance perfect for date nights and special occasions, Aker delights with its sushi, sashimi, and unique Japanese fusion dishes. Patrons rave about the "amazing" wagyu and attentive staff, making it a "best new restaurant" in the area. While some found service pacing an issue, the overall experience is praised as "worth it" for the premium prices.

66 Reviews

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Marguerite
VIP
Salt Lake City
89 reviews
5.0
89 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nestled in a downtown office building, Aker is a gem amongst the various architectural wonders. Spacious, contemporary decor, beautifully designed for elegance with soft lighting snd colors. The service was spot on. Needed assistance in ordering from the menu of generous Japanese inspired dishes from oysters to shishito peppers to tuna rolls. Cocktails were plentiful. Three of us shared 6 dishes. And one dessert of warm chocolate mousse cake. I’d return often to taste all the beautifully presented dishes. A winner for Exchange Place!
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Conor
Denver
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and drinks are outstanding - order both sushi and steak.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really high quality. Enjoyed everything that we ordered.
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Heidi
Washington DC
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our valentine's menu and the wine pairing was fantastic. The wine pairing was a great deal. Our server Derek (??) was amazing. The whole thing was perfect!!! Incredible homemade pickled ginger, homemade wasabi (so different) and barrel aged soy sauce. Nice touches!!
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Madi
VIP
Salt Lake City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was so good! Perfect for a date and made us feel special for our anniversary
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Kayla
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was such a fun experience! Our server was VERY knowledgeable, gave incredible recommendations, and was very attentive the whole night. Our drinks were always filled, the atmosphere was so fun, the food was INCREDIBLE. I won’t stop talking about this place.
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artkistler
VIP
Salt Lake City
37 reviews
3.0
37 reviews
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Was kind of disappointed after all, the hype on social media ....was a little shocked that I was charged $4.00 to make an extra dirty martini. Server was nice.I did feel a little rushed though
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Sonia
San Francisco
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on January 26, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
The service felt rushed, which set the tone for a less-than-ideal experience. While the ambiance and atmosphere were decent, the crowd leaned toward a flashy, ostentatious vibe, which wasn’t to our liking. The noise level was typical for the U.S.—loud and not conducive to conversation. The food was mediocre overall, but we were especially disappointed with the cod. Who cooks Miso black cod with cheese? It was an odd, mismatched choice that didn’t work at all. Sadly, this visit didn’t meet our expectations, and we would probably not go back.
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Emily
Las Vegas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on January 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an amazing meal at Aker and can’t wait to go back and try the rest of the menu!
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Holly
VIP
Salt Lake City
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on January 12, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Such a beautiful Restaurant. And our sushi rolls made by Pae, were extremely delicious. Gyoza was fire too. Everything was great, and our Server was awesome.
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FAQs

Aker Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.7 stars by 66 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Mar 2, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 29 times today

9 Exchange Pl, Salt Lake City, UT 84111-2709

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
We are a Bar. 21+, I.D. required. We are in the Boston Building.
Neighbourhood
Downtown
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Japanese, Latin American, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Elegant Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Valet
Public transit
Just south of Gallivan Center Stop (Trax Green/Blue Lines)
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jhonny Lopez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Liquor, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://akersaltlake.com/
Phone number
(385) 295-4077

Aker Restaurant & Lounge

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