Round 1 To Open First New York Location At Broadway Mall

HICKSVILLE, NY — A bowling and entertainment business that's popular in Japan will be opening its first location in New York at Hicksville's Broadway Mall this summer.

Round 1 will offer bowling, billiards, darts, karaoke, ping-pong, dining and arcade games. The company is hiring approximately 50 additional local employees before July.

“This is a great opportunity to create high quality jobs with a reputable international brand, provide something no one else in the state is, and solidify our position as an activity and social center within our community," John Rossi, general manager of Broadway, said in a press release.

• To apply for a job with Round 1 at Broadway, go here.

Round 1 will be located within 50,000 square feet of retail space on two levels.

“In addition to traditional arcade games, Round 1 at Broadway will feature unique rhythm arcade games, some distinct machines imported from Japan and an activity called Moonlight Striking,” said Takafumi Mizuno, marketing manager for Round 1. “Every hour the bowling lane lights will be turned down, music turned up, and everyone on a lane can throw their ball at the same time for a chance to win a prize if they get a strike.”

Round 1's menu will offer pizza, burgers, wings, salads, appetizers and beverages. Birthday parties, social parties or corporate events can be held at this location.

Round 1, which was launched in 1980, already has more than 105 ventures in Japan and recently began its expansion in the United States.

Images via Broadway Mall