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Karusaki
- 282 Merrick Rd #5324, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Sushi restaurant, Asian restaurant ★4.0 (10)·$20–30

282 Merrick Rd #5324, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA

4.0
Great sushi! Very high quality! Kind servers and the owner is the best!!! - Samantha Prashad
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Karusaki Introduce

Karusaki: Your Destination for High-Quality Japanese and Sushi Excellence in Rockville Centre


Introduction / Overview

For New Yorkers seeking a premier **Asian restaurant** experience on Long Island, **Karusaki** in Rockville Centre stands out as a triple threat: a dedicated **Sushi restaurant**, a full-service **Japanese restaurant**, and a **Japanese steakhouse** all rolled into one. Located conveniently on Merrick Road, Karusaki has earned a reputation for serving **Great sushi** of **Very high quality**, making it a beloved local institution. This versatility ensures that whether you’re craving fresh raw fish, a savory cooked Teriyaki dish, or the excitement of an “All you can eat” experience, Karusaki delivers.

The atmosphere at Karusaki is welcoming and contemporary, striking a balance between **Casual** and **Trendy**, while maintaining a **Cozy** feel. It's a fantastic spot for almost any occasion, appealing to **Family-friendly** diners, **Groups** looking for a shared meal, and those enjoying **Solo dining**. The consistent praise for the **Kind servers** and overall hospitality highlights the commitment to a pleasant and attentive dining experience.

Karusaki caters to a wide spectrum of culinary desires. The menu is a deep dive into Japanese cuisine, extending far beyond the typical sushi bar. Diners can explore everything from flavorful **Soup Noodle in Japanese Style** to classic **Katsu** cutlets and rich **Donburi** rice bowls. This breadth of offerings, combined with their commitment to **high quality** ingredients and efficient **Fast service**, secures Karusaki’s position as a top-tier Japanese dining spot in Nassau County.


Location and Accessibility

**Karusaki** is easily accessible for the local New York community, situated at **282 Merrick Rd #5324, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA**. Its prime location on Merrick Road ensures excellent visibility and straightforward travel from surrounding Long Island towns, making it a convenient stop for both **Lunch** and **Dinner**.

The restaurant has taken steps to ensure a comfortable experience for all patrons by providing essential **Accessibility** features. Guests can rely on a **Wheelchair accessible entrance**, a **Wheelchair accessible restroom**, and **Wheelchair accessible seating**. This commitment to guest comfort ensures that Karusaki is a welcoming environment for everyone.

The establishment offers flexible dining options to suit busy schedules, including **Takeout** and **Delivery** services. While specific parking details are not listed, its location on a major commercial road suggests accessibility via local transport and surrounding parking areas. This blend of ease of access and comprehensive service options enhances Karusaki’s appeal as a reliable local dining choice.


Services Offered

Karusaki provides an extensive list of services to meet the varied needs of its local customer base, from a quick meal to a full-service evening out:

  • **Full Dining and Table Service:** The restaurant is available for both **Lunch** and **Dinner**, offering comfortable **Seating** and professional **Table service** for an enjoyable **Dine-in** experience.
  • **All You Can Eat:** A key highlight for value-conscious and enthusiastic diners is the **All you can eat** offering, providing a fantastic way to sample the vast menu of sushi and other Japanese specialties.
  • **Bar and Alcohol Offerings:** The **Bar onsite** serves a variety of beverages, including **Alcohol**, **Beer**, **Cocktails**, **Hard liquor**, and **Wine**, making it a great destination for social evenings.
  • **Happy Hour Specials:** The availability of **Happy hour drinks** and **Happy hour food** is perfect for those looking for a quick and affordable post-work treat or an early dinner starter.
  • **Convenient Off-Premise Options:** For maximum convenience, customers can utilize **Takeout** or **Delivery** services.
  • **Family Amenities:** The venue is highly **Family-friendly** and is considered **Good for kids**, providing necessary amenities such as **High chairs** for younger guests.
  • **Quick Bite and Small Plates:** The menu includes many items perfectly sized for a **Quick bite** or as **Small plates**, suitable for solo diners or as appetizers for a group.
  • **Payment Acceptance:** For seamless transactions, **Credit cards** and **Debit cards** are accepted.

Features / Highlights

Karusaki’s appeal lies in its fusion of authentic Japanese cuisine with modern conveniences and a fantastic value proposition:

  • **High Quality and Variety:** The primary feature is the **Very high quality** of the **Sushi**, a point frequently praised by customers. This quality is maintained across an incredibly diverse menu that spans **Sushi restaurant**, **Japanese restaurant**, and **Japanese steakhouse** styles.
  • **All You Can Eat (AYCE) Value:** The **All you can eat** option is a huge draw for the local community, offering an economical way to explore the extensive sushi, appetizer, and roll menus without limits.
  • **Dedicated Cooked Menu:** Beyond raw fish, the extensive **Teriyaki**, **Katsu**, and **Donburi** selections cater perfectly to those who prefer cooked Japanese food or who enjoy the experience of a **Japanese steakhouse**, ensuring there's something for everyone. Options like the **Chilean Sea Bass** ($8.95) and **Black Cod Miso** ($7.95) from the Hot Appetizers show culinary depth.
  • **Speed and Service:** The restaurant is recognized for its **Fast service**, a key component for **Lunch** diners and those looking for a seamless experience. The staff are noted for being **Kind servers** and offering great hospitality.
  • **Healthy and Comfort Options:** The offerings successfully bridge the gap between **Healthy options** (like various salads and vegetable rolls) and satisfying **Comfort food** (like the **Tempura Udon or Soba** ($12.00) and **Katsu Don** ($10.75)).
  • **Atmosphere and Ambiance:** The blend of a **Casual, Cozy, and Trendy** atmosphere makes Karusaki suitable for both spontaneous visits and planned group dinners.
  • **Extensive Roll Selection:** The menu boasts a fantastic variety of specialty rolls, including unique options like the **Harusaki Dragon** ($16.00), **Merrick Roll** ($11.00), and **Scorpion Maki** ($9.00), alongside classic favorites.

Contact Information

To place an order for takeout, inquire about the "All you can eat" options, or ask about reservations, please use the following contact information:

  • **Address:** 282 Merrick Rd #5324, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA
  • **Phone:** (516) 594-2121
  • **Mobile Phone (Direct):** +1 516-594-2121

What is Worth Choosing

For New Yorkers exploring the vast menu at **Karusaki**, focusing on the categories that best showcase the restaurant’s high quality and variety is key to a truly satisfying experience.

The **Sushi Entrees** are an absolute must for first-time visitors looking for quality and value. Start with the **Sushi Regular** ($14.00) or elevate your meal with the **Sushi Deluxe** ($16.00). Dedicated tuna lovers should try the **Maguro Sushi Dinner** ($17.50). For a sampler, the **Sushi Sashimi** combo ($20.95) provides a curated selection of both raw slices and pieces. For the true connoisseur, exploring the individual **Okonomi** sushi pieces, like the high-end **Toro** or **Uni** (price per piece), guarantees the highest quality selection.

Don't overlook the specialized cooked items. The **Teriyaki** section, served with steam vegetables of the day, is substantial and flavorful. The **Steak Teriyaki** ($15.00) and **Seafood Teriyaki** ($16.00) are excellent choices. For a lunch that offers great variety, the **Bento Box** options, such as the **Tempura, Chicken Teriyaki** ($17.95) combination, provide a perfect sampling of tempura, protein, and sides.

Appetizers are a great way to start, showcasing the restaurant’s versatility. The **Hot Appetizers** include classics like **Gyoza** ($4.00) and the rich **Beef Negimaki** ($5.95). For cold starters, the variety of **Tataki** (Tuna, Beef, White Tuna, $8.50 each) offers beautifully seared, fresh protein slices. For a comforting meal, explore the **Soup Noodle** options, where the **Beef Udon or Soba** ($14.00) and the classic **Nabe - Yaki Udon** ($12.50) provide warmth and substance in a rich Japanese broth.

Finally, the expansive **Roll And Hand Rolls** list and the **Vegetable Rolls** ensure that every palate is catered to. Whether you choose a classic **Spicy Tuna Maki** ($5.00) or a specialty like the **Harusaki Dragon** ($16.00), the consistency in **High quality** and the option of the **All you can eat** feature make Karusaki the definitive choice for Japanese and Sushi enthusiasts in the Rockville Centre area.

Karusaki Sushi

  • Tempura.

  • Shojinage $11.00

    vegetable

  • Shrimp $15.00
  • Crab Stick $12.00
  • Chicken $12.00
  • Fish $12.00
  • Combo $16.00
  • Cold Appetizers

  • Usuzukuri $10.90

    very thinly sliced whitefish served with ponzu

  • Oshinko $4.95

    assorted Japanese pickles

  • Hijiki $4.00

    delicately cooked seaweed

  • Yako Tofu $3.95

    cold bean curd with ginger sauce

  • Oshitashi $4.00

    cold spinach with vinegar sauce topped with bonito flakes

  • Beef Tataki $8.50

    thinly sliced sear beef served with special sauce

  • Tuna Tataki $8.50

    thinly sliced sear tuna served with special sauce

  • White Tuna Tataki $8.50

    grilled albocore, served with chef's sauce

  • Cucumber Special

    choose your favorite fish

  • Tuna, Salmon or Kani Caviar $8.00
  • Yellowtail, Super White Tuna $9.00
  • Toro, Eel, King Crab $12.00
  • Spicy Salmon Skin $7.50

    chopped salmon skin mixed with chef's spicy sauce

  • Crunchy Spicy Salmon $7.50

    fresh salmon mixed with crunchy flakes and chef's sauce

  • Crunchy Spicy Tuna $7.50

    tuna mix with crunchy flakes and chef's spicy sauce

  • Hot Appetizers

  • Edamame $4.00

    young soybean, lightly salted

  • Tempura
  • Shumai $4.00

    Japanese steamed or fried shrimp dumplings

  • Gyoza $4.00

    Japanese steamed or fried pork dumplings

  • Shigiyaki - Nasu $5.50

    Japanese eggplant served with miso glaze

  • Beef Negimaki $5.95

    grilled sliced beef roll with scallion

  • Chicken Yakitori $4.50

    skewered shish kebab Japanese style

  • Chilean Sea Bass $8.95

    broiled with special light soy sauce

  • Agedashi Tofu $4.00

    gently fried bean curd with sauce

  • Black Cod Miso $7.95

    Broiled marinated with special sauce

  • Elephant Eye $10.50

    delight squid stuffed with eel, salmon, shrimp baked

  • Chicken Maki $6.50

    Chicken Wrapped with Spinach and Kani

  • Tiger Eye $5.50

    broiled ika roll with smoked salmon

  • Soup

  • Misoshiru $2.00

    soybean soup with tofu, scallion and wakame - seaweed

  • House Soup $3.50

    sliced pork, fresh shitake, tofu, scallion and seaweed

  • Clear Soup $2.50

    clear broth with spinach and kani

  • Ginger Soup $4.00

    fresh ginger, mushroom and fish cake in a spicy broth

  • Seafood Soup $6.50

    assorted seafood and vegetable simmered in delicate broth

  • Salad

  • Garden Fresh Salad $2.50

    mixed salad with ginger dressing

  • Cooked Seafood Salad $5.95

    assorted cooked fish marinated in special sauce

  • Chuka Salad $4.25

    hiyashi wakame seaweed salad with sesame dressing

  • Chef Salad $6.50

    seafood, fish roe, mixed salad served with chef's spicy sauce

  • Kani Su $4.95

    crab stick and cumber in vinegar sauce

  • Tako Su $5.00

    octopus and cucumber in vinegar sauce

  • Sunomono $5.75

    combination from chef served with vinegar sauce

  • Teriyaki

    served with miso or salad choice of teriyaki, served with steam vegetables of the day and teriyaki sauce

  • Chicken Teriyaki $12.00
  • Steak Teriyaki $15.00
  • Salmon Teriyaki $12.00
  • Pork Teriyaki $12.00
  • Chicken Yakitori $11.00
  • Vegetable Teriyaki $10.00
  • Combo Teriyaki $18.50

    scallops, shrimp, beef, asparagus and scallion on skewer

  • Tofu Teriyaki $10.00
  • Fish Teriyaki $14.00
  • Shrimp Teriyaki $14.00
  • Seafood Teriyaki $16.00
  • Beef Negimaki $13.00
  • Tuna Teriyaki
  • Katsu

    gently fried cutlets with delicate bread batter served with miso or salad

  • Tonkatsu Pork $14.00
  • Torikatsu Chicken $15.00
  • Shiromi Sakana $13.00

    fish

  • Donburi

    choice of katsu omelet and vegetable over a bed of rice served with miso or salad

  • Ten Don $10.75

    shrimp tempura

  • Katsu Don $10.75

    pork

  • Oyako Don $10.75

    chicken

  • Soup Noodle in Japanese Style

    served with salad

  • Vegetable Ramen $10.50

    tofu, vegetable and ramen in miso broth

  • Komoko Ramen $11.50

    chicken, fish cake, egg, vegetable and shrimp in ramen broth

  • Beef Ramen $12.50

    beef, vegetable and ramen in soup

  • Beef Udon or Soba $14.00

    sliced beef steak, noodle and vegetable in soup

  • Tempura Udon or Soba $12.00

    noodle, vegetable in broth served with tempura

  • Nabe - Yaki Udon $12.50

    noodle, ebi, chicken, egg vegetable in broth

  • Beef Sukiyaki $14.00
  • Chicken Sukiyaki $12.50
  • Pork Sukiyaki $11.00
  • Nabe

    nabe noodles and vegetable simmered in rich broth served in hot pot

  • Beef Nabe $14.50
  • Seafood Nabe $16.50
  • Vegetable Nabe $11.00
  • Soba

  • Zaru Soba $11.50

    cold buckwheat noodles

  • Tempura Zaru Soba $13.50

    cold buckwheat noodles with shrimp tempura

  • Yaki Soba or Udon $11.00

    sauteed noodles with chicken and vegetable

  • Bento Box

    served with miso or salad additional choice of sushi or sashimi

  • Tempura, Chicken Teriyaki $17.95
  • Tempura, Steak Teriyaki $18.95
  • Tempura, Pork Teriyaki $17.95
  • Tempura, Fish Teriyaki $17.95
  • Tempura, Tofu Teriyaki $13.90
  • Sushi Entrees

    served with miso or salad

  • Sushi Regular $14.00
  • Sushi Deluxe $16.00

    one roll and nine pcs. of sushi

  • Maguro Sushi Dinner $17.50

    one tuna roll and seven pcs, of tuna sushi

  • Chirashi Sushi $17.00

    assorted sashimi on a bed seasoned rice

  • Tekka - Don $19.00

    tuna sashimi over a bed of rice

  • Hamachi Don $22.00

    yellowtail sashimi over a bed of rice

  • Sashimi Regular $15.00

    assorted fresh raw fish

  • Sashimi Deluxe $19.00

    assorted chef's special choice

  • Maki Combo $11.00

    two roll of fish and one cucumber roll

  • Vegetarian Sushi $11.50

    one roll and six pcs, or vegetable sushi

  • Sushi Sashimi $20.95

    four sushi and eight sashimi, one roll and one hand roll

  • Cooked Plate $15.50

    eel, salmon, shrimp, kani and tamago cooked on a bed of rice

  • Unaju $16.50

    broiled eel over rice

  • Harusaki Sushi $41.95

    one tuna roll and one chef's special roll, 16 pcs, of assorted sushi and one appetizers and yakitori, beef negimaki, tempura or chicken maki

  • Harusaki Omakasa $54.95

    two chef's roll, 10 sushi and 15 pcs, of assorted and two appetizers and yakitori, beef negimaki, tempura or chicken maki

  • Okonomi

    sushi and sashimi - price per piece

  • Hirame $2.00

    fluke

  • Suzuki $2.00

    stripped boss

  • Saba $2.00

    mackerel

  • Sawara $2.10

    Spanish mackerel

  • Sake $2.15

    salmon

  • Maguro $2.20

    tuna

  • Hamachi $2.50

    yellowtail

  • Unagi $2.50

    smoked eel

  • Tako $2.10

    Octopus

  • Ika $2.10

    squid

  • Albocore $2.25

    white tuna

  • Super White Tuna $2.50
  • Mirugai

    giant clam

  • Eel Avocado $2.75
  • Botan Ebi $3.75
  • Tamago $1.50

    egg custard

  • Ebi $2.00

    shrimp

  • Kani $1.75

    mock crabmeat

  • Tarabagani

    king crab

  • Ikura $3.00

    salmon roe

  • Tobiko $3.00

    flying fish roe

  • Hotate $2.50

    steamed sea scallop

  • Fresh Scallop $2.75
  • Spicy Tuna $2.50
  • Uni

    sea urchin

  • Toro

    tuna belly

  • Hokkigai $2.50

    skimmer clam

  • Smoked Salmon $2.50
  • Inari $1.75

    tofu pockel

  • Amaebi

    sweet shrimp

  • Harusaki Roll

  • Harusaki Dragon $16.00
  • Rainbow Roll $11.00
  • Norway Maki $12.00
  • Dragon Roll $10.00
  • Merrick Roll $11.00
  • Scorpion Maki $9.00
  • Spider Roll
  • Kamikaze $11.50
  • Hot Roll $14.50
  • Samurai Roll $9.00
  • Volcanos Roll $8.00
  • New England Roll $9.50
  • Roll And Hand Rolls

  • Tekka Maki $4.00
  • Negihamachi $5.00
  • Spicy Tuna Maki $5.00
  • Ebi Tempura Maki $7.00
  • Eel Avocado or Cucumber $5.75
  • California $4.00
  • King Crab California $6.50
  • Salmon Skin $5.00
  • Boston Maki $5.00
  • Alaska Maki $5.00
  • East Maki $6.00
  • Philadelphia Maki $5.00
  • Taiyou Maki $6.50
  • Futo Maki $10.50
  • Yellow Tail Special $7.00
  • Sea Scallop Surprise $6.50
  • York Maki $7.50
  • Vegetable Rolls

  • Kappa Maki $3.00
  • Avocado Maki $3.50
  • Oshinko Maki $3.50
  • Nori Maki $3.50
  • Ume Shiso $3.50
  • Asparagus Maki $3.50
  • Shiitake Cucumber $4.00
  • Vegetarian California $4.00
  • Spinach Maki $3.50
  • Peanut Avocado $4.00
  • Vegetable Futo $10.00

Karusaki Details

  • Service options

  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in
  • Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining
  • Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating
  • Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • All you can eat
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Quick bite
  • Small plates
  • Wine
  • Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Table service
  • Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Children

  • Good for kids
  • High chairs

Karusaki Photos

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Karusaki Location

Karusaki

282 Merrick Rd #5324, Rockville Centre, NY 11570, USA

Karusaki Reviews

An average rating of ★4.6 from 65 user reviews.

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