Bartley's Burger Cottage   

1246 Massachusetts Ave
Cambridge, MA 2138
617-354-6559
www.mrbartley.com

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A bit of friendly advice: Keep your elbows in and forget about personal space when you get seated at Bartley's, where the tables are close and it's always packed. The crowd is a testament to the popularity of this Harvard Square institution, and reflects its homey atmosphere, which includes walls crowded with street signs and memorabilia as well as a crowded menu exhorting all sorts of toppings for its signature burgers. The cheeky Mr. B has been serving burgers here for more than 40 years, but keeps it timely with his continually updated burger titles. Which do you prefer: the Dick Cheney ("just a heartbeat away") or the John Edwards ("a pretty burger")? Don't forget sweet-potato fries (worth the extra cost), award-winning frappes and onion rings. Also in keeping with the times, Bartley's offers low-carb fare and salads. The sidewalk seating is a great chance to avoid the crowds and soak in Harvard Square's eclectic and entertaining sights as you sip Bartley's perfect raspberry-lime rickey. That's about as strong as your drinks will get; Bartley's does not serve alcohol.