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Mr. Bartley's Gourmet BurgersvsNo. 9 Park
No. 9 Park and Mr. Bartley's Gourmet Burgers are both rated highly by professional reviewers. Overall, No. 9 Park ranks slightly better than Mr. Bartley's Gourmet Burgers. No. 9 Park comes in at 88 with positive reviews from 12 sources such as Travel + Leisure, Lonely Planet and Zagat.
Mr. Bartley's Gourmet Burgers
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1246 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138
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Zagat4.3
"Burger buffs "can't leave Harvard Square" without "squeezing in" "elbow-to-elbow" at this "charm"-heavy "landmark" for "amazing", "sloppy" patties." Full review
BlackBook "Futuristic test kitchen for Legal Seafoods."
Gayot12.0
"Burgers are the name of the game at Mr. Bartley's. Across from hallowed Harvard Yard, this famed burgermeister has been grilling burgers and whipping up thick frappes for decades." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Some sandwiches have humorous names linked to a celebrity or politician, but most importantly, the prices are right, the food is fresh, and it fills you up."
Rough Guide Star
"A must-visit in Cambridge. Boston’s best burgers, washed down with raspberry lime rickeys."
Travel + Leisure "A Harvard landmark since 1960, this no-frills burger joint isn’t glamorous but has been widely touted as the best burgers in the country." Full review
Time Out "It's been around since the 1960s, and many famous faces have enjoyed the tasty patties at Mr. Bartley's—Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash and Jackie Onassis numbering among past patrons." Full review
Not For Tourists "Classic burger joint across from the Yard."
Where "Since 1960, this Harvard Square institution has been a favorite of students, professors and anyone looking for a tasty bite." Full review
The Infatuation "The burgers at this greasy spoon place are given jokey topical names that mock right wing political figures... or if you only eat burgers named after Brexit supporters - this is your place. " Full review
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Our current favorite is the Government Shutdown, which comes with jalapeno and hot sauce.
No. 9 Park
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9 Park St, Boston, MA 02108-4804
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Fodor's "The stellar cuisine at Chef Barbara Lynch's first restaurant continues to draw plenty of well-deserved attention from its place in the shadow of the State House's golden dome." Full review
Travel + Leisure "The menu showcases French- and Italian-influenced dishes such as the signature prune-stuffed gnocchi with foie gras and Vin Santo sauce, an inspired salty-sweet combination." Full review
Zagat ""Innovative" twists and "subtle" "depth of flavor" distinguish "impeccably prepared" French-Italian fare that's paired with "fantastic" wines and cocktails by "sublime" servers." Full review
BlackBook "Boston favorite Lydia Shire’s French and Italian inspired dishes are the type people want to talk about having to anyone who’ll listen after they’ve been."
Gayot16.0
"Diners may splurge on the daily changing seven-course tasting menu, which includes dishes like her famously rich prune-stuffed gnocchi with seared foie gras and toasted almonds." Full review
DK Eyewitness "Sports stars, state politicians, and hard-charging business people frequent this upscale room near the State House for bold American bistro food."
Time Out "The French/Italian-based cuisine? Rarely less than luscious, for all its elegance—especially the finely wrought pastas." Full review
Rough Guide "Well-loved Boston landmark with serene green walls and plates busy with southern French and Italian entrees ranging from day boat scallops with rock shrimp."
Boston Globe "After more than a decade, Barbara Lynch's flagship restaurant hasn't flagged. Classic Yankee fare is embroidered with the likes of vin santo, ras al hanout, and unagi."
Forbes Travel Guide 4 Stars
"She plays with both Italian and French techniques, giving herself the freedom to constantly re-create the contemporary menu, but a few winning dishes never stray far from the list." Full review
