only had to wait a few minutes for a table in this small Cambridge iconic restaurant. Humorous memorabilia hung all over the walls. Burgers of all kinds named after celebrities and politicians. All burgers are delish with fresh toppings. Try their own bottled root beer and the onion rings. I got the FACEBOOK burger with coleslaw and bbq sauce. Hubby... more

The worst burger that I had in Cambridge, this restaurant is a tourist trap NOT a must try. After living 4 years in Cambridge I finally decided to try Mr. Bartley's Gourmet Burgers. I was thinking it could be a fan place and the frequent lines outside made me think that their burgers should be very good. I WAS VERY... more

Mr Bartley's is clearly a Cambridge institution and served up an absolutely delicious burger when we visited recently. We were able to sit outside since the weather was so nice, but I can see how it would get rammed when it is not so good. The service was pretty grim actually with no attempt at charm by any of the... more

Disappointing. Overcooked and rather bland burgers. A ridiculous queue/wait time for the level of quality unfortunately. more

This is a fun kitschy place. We went for an early lunch on a Sat. and arrived shortly after they opened at 11am. We were seated immediately and greeted by our very friendly server. She brought over crayons and a paper hat for our small child. They are known for having great onion rings and that's one of the things... more

Our family of 4 walked in after a tour of Harvard. The restaurant was busy but there were a few empty tables. The white-haired hostess led us into a crowded corner where another large family was already sitting. She interrupted their lunch and re-directed them to move chairs to try to make space for us. The result was one small... more

While they boast having the best burger in the US, Mr. Bartley's isn't even the best burger in Cambridge. The menu was impressive and there were tons of interesting combinations of ingredients. The witty and unique atmosphere filtered through the menu and decor which made it an interesting place to eat. The burger itself, however, was lackluster. The beef itself... more

Says the Wall St. Journal, and they may very well be. Totally original menu, a one of a kind place. We had a burger, wrap, mac 'n cheese, humus, chowder, frappe and they were all GREAT. A can't miss this place if you're visiting Harvard (and don't mind sitting in tight quarters with students). more

Went here when visiting Cambridge on a friend's recommendation. Burgers were REALLY good. Many different varieties - one to suit everyone's tastes. They can substitue veggie and turkey burgers for the 7 oz beef. Substitute sweet potato fries for the regular - GREAT!!! Tables are very tight and close, decor is super interesting. I understand their frappes are TERRIFIC, but... more