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Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage
Burger Joint$$$$
Harvard Square, Cambridge
The folks at Food Network and Boston.com like this place. Would you agree?
"burgers with shoe string onion rings and a raspberry Lime Rickey...."(3 Tips)
"Loved the Tom Brady burger."(3 Tips)
"(The frappes are delicious, too.)"(17 Tips)
"Delicious onion rings & sweet potato fries."(10 Tips)
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Noah WeissNovember 24, 2014Two reasonably hungry people could split one of the huge burgers with sweet potato fries and leave happy. The #hashtag with Boursin cheese, grilled onions and mushrooms was great.
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014The Harvard Double Burger: One of Guy's biggest bites ever. Two beef patties topped with grilled onions and peppers, bacon, mushrooms, and a load of bbq sauce. Read more
Na HuangSeptember 10, 2013Took home burger! Not a super surprise, but was good as well, and full of calories as well ;) Didn't try the one Harvard Uni recommend (mushroom onion burger), maybe next time ;)
Boston.comAugust 4, 2014The thick, juicy 7-ounce rounded burger doesn't seem like it's too big. Co-owner Bill Bartley prefers a round patty to a flat patty. He also says that beef chuck makes the best grind. Read more
Nicholas WoolfMarch 31, 2015This Harvard mainstay is only getting better with age. Their constant inventiveness with topping combos (along with hilarious names!) for their burgers is unmatched by any other joint in the area. A+!
Amir NNovember 24, 2013Do yourself a favour and grab a Taylor Made burger or a Fiscal Cliff. Both excellent choices... I also recommend their chocolate shake and onion rings.
Jenny CrowleyJuly 5, 2016I eat here every time I'm in Boston. Be prepared to wait and make friends (or stare at your delicious food to avoid eye contact/interacting with strangers) at the community tables.- Food NetworkDecember 17, 2014Get the Harvard Double Burger, featuring two beef patties topped with grilled onions, peppers, bacon, mushrooms and a load of barbecue sauce. Read more
Melanie N.November 24, 2012Amazing burgers! The Michelle Obama is delicious. The pink lemonade is a bit sweet but if you let the ice melt a little, it's perfect. They also REALLY cook the meat the way you request it.- Minnie KimAugust 22, 2014Some of the best burgers in the Boston area!! So delicious. Loved the Tom Brady burger. Just a heads up - it's CASH ONLY!
- Tobias NegeleAugust 22, 2014If you love burgers you gotta visit Mr. Bartleys close to Harvard. Get the 'Tom Brady' and a Raspberry Lime Rickey. Best in town.
Ricky SherrillNovember 7, 2015If you like burgers this is your spot. Be sure to check the board because new burger combinations are always popping up. Hungry? Go for the "Triple D".
Viktória BundySeptember 5, 2019Loved to burger and the fries I ordered (Kamala Harris). Small place but has a feeling, fast and nice service.
Diana ArboledaMay 14, 2014The veggie burgers are just frozen "Original" Gardenburgers from the box, but they have such delicious toppings and sides that you won't care. Get a frappe and onion rings.- Boston.comJanuary 30, 2012Mr. Bartley's in Harvard Square, established in 1960, offers a thick, juicy 7-ounce rounded burger. Bill Bartley prefers a round patty to a flat patty and says that beef chuck makes the best grind. Read more
Maryam KazmiAugust 18, 2014Amazing burgers- which are names after celebrities that have been there! Healthy options such as no bun and vegetarian options too. Love this place
Nikos BNovember 30, 2014The service, cleanness and ambience of the place is bad, though. Don't come here if you want a comfortable meal as you sit along with strangers to ..optimize seating arrangement!
Helgi RunarAugust 28, 2017Awesome burger joint! Cheap but excellent food! Trump Tower burger was delicious.
Michael TchouAugust 10, 2014If you love burgers and are in Cambridge, you can't pass-up this legendary burger shop. The rounded burgers are cleverly named and stuffed with toppings.
The Cajun Burger is incredible. But be prepared for long lines. Although this place harbors a huge crowd, they have some of the best burgers I've ever tasted!
Zara SheikhSeptember 29, 2012Mmm delicious burgers. I got the John Kennedy, mom and dad got the Mit Romney and brother got the Sarah Palin, friend got the iPhone. Good names haha :)
Benjamin HanauDecember 28, 2023This is one of the best burger I’ve ever had. The atmosphere is amazing too. However onion rings were dry and tasteless. Service is so-so.
Jeremy KrantzSeptember 15, 2014This place has been slinging burgers for 50+ years. A local institution and a solid menu. Cash only.
Mohamad MerhiJuly 9, 2013I love their Tom Brady. It's a standard cheeseburger but the guacamole addition does the effect.
Adam SigelOctober 14, 2017Huge menu full of uniquely topped burgers. Walls are full of signs of which famous person sat where.
Always read the menu for the latest satire. Orange creamsicle frappe FTW.
Eric DSeptember 29, 2010The sweet potato fries take over a day to make, and you can taste it. Try them! Any burger you order will be great, but skip the turkey burger here, don't insult the place. Go beef!
Swemeatballs .March 2, 2011Excellent burger bar- can't go wrong with any of the burger choices. Love the names they've got and also the frappes (milkshakes) are worth a go
Elaine ShinApril 9, 2014"The Gay Marriage" + onion rings! Personally, I prefer their onion rings over fries!
hooeyspewer .April 10, 2010I've been coming here for years and have never had a bad meal. Very no-nonsense place. Burgers are sublime - but also not to be missed are the sweet potato fries, Raspberry Lime Rickeys and Frappes.
Read the menu for a laugh or to find inspiration, but you can just describe anything you want on a burger and they can do it.
Spice lovers try the deval patrick burger ! Jalapeno peppers, salsa and monterey jack cheese -best burger ive ever had.
Carmen EderraJuly 22, 2013Quite disappointing. The burguers have just the meat and the toppings you add, not even a bit of tomato, onion, lettuce, or what regular burguers usually have. 35$ for two burguers with chips??!!
Christopher GurrDecember 17, 2012Try the Mocha Cake Batter Oreo Frappe - Not on the menu. Out of the mind of server supreme, Michelle.
travel42July 10, 2011Try the Kevin Garnett: delicious, but messy (the way a burger should be!). And the onion rings are fantastic! Worth the wait.- drew tarvinJune 7, 2015They have a s'mores milkshake (or frappe as the locals call it) and it's delicious.
Adrienne WentyJune 28, 2013Do not miss this burger place, try the sweet potato fries. Remember to bring cash and no bathroom!
Alida RoseNovember 22, 2012Communal sitting, Harvard hot spot, dam good burgers, and awesome political art work to enjoy.
Florian VolzApril 4, 2013The frappes are amazing! They are not coffee drinks, but you can get coffee flavor
Jake SmithMarch 2, 2012For a burger joint, the mac and cheese is surprisingly excellent. Good choice for the vegetarian crowd.
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Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage
1246 Massachusetts Ave (btwn Bow & Plympton)
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Cambridge, MA 02138
United States
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Tue–Sat
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
(617) 354-6559
View menu on http://www.mrbartley.com/mrbartleys-menu.html
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"Best burger ever. This burger was delicious. All the fixings were fresh and “tasty .” The atmosphere was very welcoming and clean. I recommend this yummy and scrumptious burger joint."
Deb - 8.0
"Best burgers ever and their beer selection is good too. Free water!"
James McCloskey - 6.6
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