I have mixed feelings about this restaurant but it has more to do with personal taste than anything else. The restaurant is clean, open and well laid out. The staff is friendly, work well as a team, and cleared the table often. One disappointment we did have is that we had to ask for missing items such as a plate, chopsticks, and sauce bowls. We also were never given extra napkins or asked if we wanted more water or a refill on our drinks so that can be a suggestions for improvement. Of course they come often enough to the table so snagging someone is easy enough. It was nice to be able to send our own order and not have to call a server to do so and food came out in a timely manner (one item didn't come but we just ordered it again). There are a great many options on the menu so there is something for every one. As for taste this is were I get iffy. I love rolls and I found these ones rather tasteless. They weren't bad but just something was missing that made them stand out from other restaurants. A couple other dishes were like that as well, rather bland but nothing to overtly criticize. Meat dishes consistency were excellent, if not always flavourful outside of the sauces used. The steak tenderloin was very good but if you don't like the taste of worchestershire sauce you won't like it. Again my thoughts are a matter of taste, I like fresh ingredients, with loads of flavor and textures and I can't say all ingredients seemed fresh so this place to me was hit and miss but not a bad option. Our family favorites were the edamame, shrimp spring rolls, steak tenderloin, and fish tacos. These were very flavourful. The dessert list was amazing, so many options. I love Chocolate and the ice cream definitely was so chocolatety it satisfied that craving. The kids loved all the desserts.
Overall good options for various food you can order from. One of the better sushi places in town. I didn’t see any sushi items with lobster as a FYI. Service could have been better for the price your paying. A family of four for the AYCE ~ $200 plus tip. I found that some items we ordered never made it’s way out (eg fried rice) and we had to ask our waiter to order it for us. I feel a better system of tracking what goes out vs what you ordered would help improve service. Waiters were friendly and helpful although they were very busy. Atmosphere was nice. We went Friday evening and it was packed. The restaurant is very clean, great temperature and lighting was appropriate for dinner. Parking is always and issue as they have a very small lot and somethings we have had to park elsewhere and walk.
August 8 Burlington is a culinary gem that offers a delightful sushi experience accompanied by beautiful dining tables. From the moment you enter, you're welcomed by an inviting ambiance that sets the stage for a memorable dining experience. The sushi at August 8 Burlington is simply divine, featuring a tantalizing array of fresh and expertly crafted rolls that showcase the artistry and precision of Japanese cuisine. Every bite is a burst of flavor, with the highest quality ingredients meticulously combined to create a culinary masterpiece. The beautiful dining tables further enhance the overall experience, providing a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing setting to enjoy your meal. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or new to the world of Japanese cuisine, August 8 Burlington offers an exceptional combination of delicious sushi and a visually appealing dining atmosphere that is sure to leave you impressed.
I would give zero stars if that was an option. The issue was that while we were there water spilled on the table and the bus boy came by threw napkins on the table and said “that’s for the mess you made” and walked away. When I spoke with the manager about she was insincere and couldn’t care less. Stay away from this place.
We booked a party of 10 for 5: 30pm Canada Day, aka my sons bday! Once we settled down on the whose and the how's of ordering it was a blast! We had numerous servers, all were pleasant and patient lol.we were rowdy! Thanks August for a lovely experience