Richmond's River Rock preparing new restaurant after Miku closure
Karakoi, a familiar name in the Richmond sushi scene, is expected to open in the former Miku space at the casino resort.
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Miku Richmond, which operated for only a few months at River Rock Casino Resort, has closed its doors. Now, the space is being prepared for a new sushi concept.
Miku Richmond was located in a 4,900-square-foot space offering 80 seats at the casino. The restaurant featured Miku's signature dishes including Aburi Oshi Sushi, Ebi Fritters, Iwate Wagyu Carpaccio, Spicy Kaisen Soba Peperoncino, and Saikyo Miso Sablefish.
Aburi Restaurants Canada, which owns the Miku brand, ceased involvement in the location on or about May 15, 2026. A company representative said Aburi was "not and has never been the lessee of this location."
River Rock identified Karakoi as the independent third-party licensee that operated the space. "Karakoi has ceased operations under the Miku brand, and we understand it intends to reopen in the space under a new restaurant concept," said Chuck Keeling, executive vice president of Great Canadian Entertainment, which operates River Rock.
Koi Japanese Restaurant is completing final preparations and is expected to open in the coming weeks at 8811 River Road, Richmond. Koi is a familiar name in Richmond's sushi dining scene and will bring its own menu and approach to the casino's growing food offerings.