Bartley's Burger Cottage

617-354-6559
1246 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
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MONDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
TUESDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
WEDNESDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
THURSDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
FRIDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
SATURDAY:11:00AM-9:00PM
SUNDAY:CLOS-

Top Sentiments among Bartley's Burger Cottage Reviewers

Good burgers Creative sweet potato french fries Delicious sweet potato fries Good frappes Good milkshakes Great lime rickeys Finest quality meat Good quality beef Yummy sandwiches Amazing heart stopping meal

Customer Reviews (73 reviews)

pdewan5

on Citysearch Nov 01, 2009
I was served a half cooked burger, a half eaten pickle, and the floors were filthy. When I complained, the owner told me to never come back and accused me of not being a good customer. I wouldn't recommend this place... (more)

doveland66

on Citysearch Aug 16, 2009
This place needs to get with the program and start accepting credit and debit cards. The prices for the burgers is entirely extravagant even though they are good. Our service was very good. The good service doesn't... (more)

Geoffpp

on Citysearch Apr 27, 2009
WORST of all is that every single time there I have been made to feel unwelcome and unliked. The incredibly brusque and ill-tempered wait staff are only outdone in pure rudeness by the cashier who was sullen and... (more)

IslandPark

on Citysearch Jan 15, 2009
I can't believe that I never stumbled across this place in 20+ years of visiting Harvard Square. Ok, so it's not elegant or commodious or even very comfortable (we got a cold draft of air whenever anyone opened the door... (more)

norgeerbest

on Citysearch Oct 08, 2008
We were 4 going to dinner, my husband was parking our car and us three ladies walked in ahead of him. We told them we needed a table for 4 and that the fourth person was parking the car but we would place his order for him. We... (more)

momoirise

on Citysearch Aug 29, 2008
Bartley's Burgers is a fine example of genuinely great food. I have gone there so many times, and have always left full and happy. This is a true example of Boston at it's finest, and is quick also (as long as you don't go... (more)

BostonFoodSucks

on Citysearch Feb 06, 2008
One of the few places in Boston where I've felt happy eating. Mr B took our order, and we were shoved into the crowded hole of a restaurant. They use proper beef patties that aren't pressed into perfect cow-patties. Got... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jan 26, 2008
Bartleys has a huge menu of different burgers. There were so many amazing options it was hard to chose what I wanted. I'm not actually sure if they have anything else besides burgers, but even if you're not a burger fan I... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jan 21, 2008
this is one of those places that you just have to go to. It is in cambridge (harvard) ma. it is a special one-of-a-kind type of burger places that has any type of burger imaginable. The menu is histerical as they use... (more)

terriertrimmer1

on Citysearch Dec 28, 2007
I have eaten here many times but in the last couple of years this place has really tanked!! The tables are now so close that you can't get comfortable, even if you could with the management breathing down the servers... (more)

laurel_mackenzie

on Citysearch Aug 23, 2007
I've been a regular customer of Bartley's for 5 years, but yesterday's?and today's consequential?experience with their management has left me with a resolve never to go back. I was short-changed $10?mistakes... (more)

Eric Grossman

on Citysearch Jul 24, 2007
<b>The Scene</b><br>For one of the Boston area's most unique--and beloved--dining experiences, visitors must cross the Charles and head toward the edge of Harvard Square, where Mr. Bartley has lured people to... (more)

pahowes

on Citysearch Jul 15, 2007
I had never eaten at Mr. Barley's prior to today, but an old friend of mine suggested that we get together for lunch there. It was definitely worth going! We arrived around 12:30 and were seated immediately. As other... (more)

helena143

on Citysearch Mar 18, 2007
I have very little of an idea as to why people think this place is so good. I have never been so disappointed. I have been hearing raves about this place for months, and finally tried it today. Mr. Bartley's is the most... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Mar 08, 2007
I had an outstanding burger. The flavor was fantastic! It was juicy and meaty. They cooked it really, really, rare - just the way I wanted it. The burger was amazing! The next time I go, I would skip the onion rings and... (more)

northshorefoodies

on Citysearch Nov 21, 2006
My boyfriend and I had been wanting to try this place for a long time. I must say, it does live up to its reputation. The burgers are fantastic: juicy, not TOO big, and tasty. I love the fries, but was not crazy about the... (more)

huskyduck

on Citysearch Oct 02, 2006
Big juicy burgers cooked to order, probably the world's greatest onion rings, real New England styled frappes and an unlimited supply of napkins to wipe your mouth after every bite. Bartley's is one of the great... (more)

gotbidnezz

on Citysearch Aug 03, 2006
I had been wanting to go to Mr. Bartley's, but my husband isn't into the communal dining thing. I took my Aunt here when she was visiting, and we loved it. We forgot to order the "world famous onion rings" but the fries,... (more)

m m.

on Judys Book Jul 24, 2006
This place is an interesting restaurant. It is very crowded and there is a long table in the center that multiple party’s share. There is no bathroom. All of the burgers on the menu are named after famous people, and all... (more)

aaront31

on Citysearch Jul 18, 2006
I first saw this place on an episode of "This Old House" and though maybe some day I'd like to try it out. Well, my partner and I were in Boston for vacation this year and decided that we'd see what everyone was talking... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jun 19, 2006
Bartley's is a tiny little burger stop on the outskirts of Harvard Square. Because Bartley's is so small it is usually pretty crowded and you'll have to wait to take a seat. While in line, the hostess will take your... (more)

irishmyth84

on Citysearch Jun 12, 2006
If you're looking for a place in the Square with "fine dining" and leisurely, long meals, this is NOT the place for you. But if you KNOW what you're going to Bartley's for: burgers in a diner atmosphere with a twist of... (more)

Alison P.

on Judys Book May 18, 2006
Mr. Bartley's has built a reputation on its burgers, and indeed you can smell 'em half a block away. This is not a great place for vegetarians unless they want the plate of three sides (i.e. pasta salad, fruit salad,... (more)

Jack L.

on Judys Book Apr 24, 2006
Bartley's Burgers have been shown in research to forestall decisions by those contemplating a bout with to vegetarianism. Come at the height of lunch, and you will wait outside with the rest of the herd. You will want... (more)

M G.

on Judys Book Apr 16, 2006
Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage can be good;if you can climb through the horde of tourists to find a seat. The menu contains pages and pages full of different kinds of burgers with tourist friendly catchy names. They... (more)

Michael G.

on Judys Book Apr 15, 2006
What's better than a burger from Mr. Bartley's Burger Cottage? Not much. It has the feel of dive diner and the authentic menu to boot. It's basically a huge list of creative burgers and assorted foods that are named... (more)

Wei-ying W.

on Judys Book Apr 15, 2006
Gets pretty crowded since it's right next to Harvard. The service is fast though since they need your seats. Definitely not a place to linger over the food. Kind of a "greasy spoon" type of restaurant. The menu's... (more)

sebcoefan

on Citysearch Apr 05, 2006
Great turkey burger but the line is huge and inside there's no restroom. Ask the waitstaff about the bathroom, and you'll be the recipient of a bad attitude. I vow never to return.... (more)

Jessica A.

on Judys Book Apr 03, 2006
I love burgers, greasy juicy burgers. this place is cute and has lots of interesting stuff all around, and the food is great. it's just an old fashioned burger joint that really is still an old fashioned burger joint.... (more)

nghin

on Citysearch Mar 28, 2006
The creativity of the menu will definitely give you a chuckle. The burger is so tasty and you have to try their famous sweet potato fries. Remember to bring cash with you because they do not accept credit card. Burger... (more)
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Recent Comments


Bartley's has by far some of the best food that's available fast -- the service is great and... (more)
hardvardsquarekid93, May 06, 2011

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