Hamburger restaurant

Bareburger

Upper West SideManhattan

4.8· 3,608 reviewsClosed nowWhole Foods
Bareburger — hamburger restaurant — in Upper West Side — Manhattan — NYC
Bareburger interior — Upper West Side

Upper West Side

Manhattan

The brief

About Bareburger

Organic burgers done right — grass-fed beef, bison, plant-based; no BS, just good meat and Grade A vibes on the UWS.

Health inspection

NYC DOHMH Grade A

A

Score9(lower is better)

Inspected12/3/2025

Grade A is the highest mark from NYC's Department of Health — about 90% of restaurants earn it.

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Community Rating

4.8

½

out of 5

3,608 community reviews

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Reviews

What diners say about Bareburger

15 verified Google reviews · 14 with owner responses

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Empress Life
a month ago

Yesterday, My coworker and I came to Bareburger for lunch during our break because we wanted something quick. We ordered salads, wings, and drinks. I ordered a frozen drink and my coworker ordered hers on the rocks.<br><br>First, I want to say our actual server has always been kind to me every time I’ve come in. I live in the neighborhood and have been coming to this location since before the remodel, so this experience honestly shocked me.<br><br>We waited a really long time for our food while multiple tables that came in after us were already getting served. Eventually my work alarm went off letting me know I only had 15 minutes left before I had to be back. At that point, we still didn’t have our food.<br><br>Then the bartender finally brought the drinks over, and my “frozen” drink was completely melted. I politely asked if it could be remade, and instead of just remaking it, he immediately got defensive and started arguing with me. I was calm and respectful the entire time, but he kept talking over me and being condescending.<br><br>What really upset me was when he came back holding the blender in the middle of the restaurant trying to explain to me what a frozen drink is supposed to look like. It honestly felt humiliating. My coworker even had to step in and tell him he was being disrespectful because there was absolutely no reason for him to speak to me that way in front of other customers.<br><br>By this point we had been there over an hour, still without food, and I was starting to feel physically sick because I had taken medication earlier that required me to eat. I was shaky, dizzy, frustrated, and honestly embarrassed.<br><br>At that point I didn’t even want the food anymore. The server apologized and offered to comp everything, but the experience had already ruined the entire visit for me. I ended up taking the food only because they insisted and gave it to a homeless man outside because I no longer wanted it.<br><br>I’ve never been treated this way at this location before, which makes this even more disappointing. When I told coworkers what happened after I got back to work, several of them said the bartender is apparently known for having a nasty attitude with customers.<br><br>Delays happen. Mistakes happen. But publicly arguing with and embarrassing a customer over a melted frozen drink is unacceptable. Sadly, after being a longtime customer, I won’t be returning.

Response from the owner

Hi Empress Life,<br>We appreciate your honesty and take your concerns seriously. Our team is always looking to improve, and your feedback helps us do just that. Please share more details so we can address the issue.<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Tiffany FogleLocal guide
a month ago

I had an impossible vegan burger with a sprouted bun loaded with lettuce, pickles, vegan cheese and onions. The best burger I’ve ever had. Great Vegan menu

Response from the owner

Hi Tiffany Fogle,<br>Life is too short for bad food—and we’re so glad you enjoyed every bite! Thank you for being a part of our journey.<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Donna FlanaganLocal guide
a month ago

We just arrived in NY . Long flight and hungry. This place had a great rating. The food is grass fed and organic. Lots of options. Loved it

Response from the owner

Hi Donna Jones,<br>We loved having you here, and we can’t wait to serve you again! If you’re around for lunch, don’t miss our $1 Combo Deal on weekdays (12pm - 3pm) See you soon!! 🍔+🍟=😍<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

LinaLocal guide
a month ago

We really enjoyed this place! It’s great to see so many vegetarian options on the menu. I especially liked that you can even have a burger wrapped in lettuce instead of a bun, which is a nice and healthier option. Overall, everything was delicious, and we had a great experience.

Jared Sterling
a month ago

Truly a great experience every time! Servers remember faces/names/preferences and always make sure to accommodate beautifully. I go here mostly in the summer months and their happy hour is amazing. Kid friendly atmosphere (fun music) whilst catering to adult tastes. Bareburger is years in the game and operating like they had a grand opening last week, absolutely great!

Response from the owner

Hi Jared Sterling,<br>Your kind words are the secret sauce to our success! Thank you for the 5 stars—can’t wait to serve you again.<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Niema Brookes
2 months ago

Tabitha was amazing, service was great and fast. She explained everything so well and took really good care of us. Food was so good we really enjoyed everything.

Response from the owner

Hi Niema Brookes,<br>From our kitchen to your table, we’re so grateful for your support! Thanks for the amazing review!<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

iRome2Grub’nPubLocal guide
Edited 2 months ago

Update 4/8/26:<br><br>⬆️ Burgers are still solid. Ditto cheesesteak. Service solid. Ditto the app. Onion rings.<br><br>⬇️ Skip the pastrami. Too $$$, lacks flavor and seasoning but very tender<br><br>↔️ fries<br><br>Original 2/13/25:<br><br>Expensive. Quality. Consistency.<br><br>Get the app, for take out and points.<br><br>Cheesesteaks hit.<br><br>Burgers are all solid.<br><br>Fries are average. Rings are a pass.<br><br>Dine in service is professional and efficient.

Response from the owner

Hi Yür MůmzŶ,<br><br>Thanks so much for the feedback – our amazing team members work incredibly hard to make sure every guest has a great meal. We look forward to seeing you again sometime soon!<br><br>Hope to have you back soon,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side team

Talaya MurphyLocal guide
2 months ago

Always a great lunch when I came here with my husband and daughter. Lovely service very kid friendly

Response from the owner

Hi Talaya Murphy,<br>YES! This is the kind of feedback that fuels our passion! Thanks for the love—see you for your next delicious meal!<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Julia VasilievaLocal guide
5 months ago

I got frozen in Central park and went here to eat. It was a few blocks away. The food was tasty but a bit pricy - $30 for a regular burger, french fries and cappuccino. All staff was very friendly and nice. There was a public restroom too. I sat for 2 hours there to warm up.

Response from the owner

Hi Julia Vasilieva,<br>We’re SO excited to read this review! Thank you for spreading the love—come back soon for more!<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Levette Dixon
8 months ago

Burgers were great. Nice and fresh. I only took off a star because there was weird smell when we entered. Likely the tap beer.<br><br>Ordered a traditional burger, turkey burger and onion rings. They are not beer battered but rather crunchy. Not a big fan but the burgers were delicious and the service was excellent. They were very attentive.

Response from the owner

Hi Levette Dixon,<br>If reviews were burgers, yours would be a double-stacked Wagyu with extra cheese! Thanks for the love—come back soon for more deliciousness.<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Burak Mert SoyluLocal guide
10 months ago

I had the best gluten free hamburger in my entire life. Perfect! Also staff was friendly and restaurant was great. I'll recommend to everyone else

Response from the owner

Hi Burak Mert Soylu,<br>They say good food = good mood, and your review just gave us the best vibes! Thanks for the love!<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Jiaying Xu
11 months ago

The food was awesome! We ordered a supreme burger and a chicken sandwich. Super filling and tastes great. Our sever Wellington did an awesome job!! Come try if you live around.

Response from the owner

Hi Annie Xu,<br>You have excellent taste (obviously)! Thanks for the love—we’ll be ready with another great meal when you are.<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

RebeccaLocal guide
11 months ago

Reviews were spot on! What a fantastic surprise! As we were on our way to Chick-fil-A, we noticed the board outside advertising the “Triple Lindy Deal.” Intrigued, we decided to give it a try. It was such a great deal that we got to sample a bit of everything, and everything was delicious. Our server, Tony, was exceptional. He was incredibly friendly and attentive. I would definitely return whenever I’m in the area!

Response from the owner

Hi Rebecca,<br>YES! This is the kind of feedback that fuels our passion! Thanks for the love—see you for your next delicious meal!<br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

LaMonica TLocal guide
a year ago

Stumbled upon this cute burger spot. Very spacious on the inside for dinning in. Waiters were all really nice—sometimes forgetful, but to be fair, they were busy during my visit.<br><br>Food was great! The honey Brussels sprouts stole the show to my surprise!!! The burgers were great, but next time I know what to order and how to order/customize burger.<br><br>The sweet blue smash had way too much blue cheese. Couldn’t even taste the bacon bourbon jam which was my main reason in ordering that one. If you love blue cheese, it’s perfect! Next time I know to take it off or say LIGHT cheese. Aside from that, 8.7/10

Response from the owner

Hi LaMonica T,<br>We’re so close to 5 stars, we can taste it! 😋 Come back next time and let us make it a full five star date..<br><br>Best,<br>The Bareburger NY-Upper West Side Team

Julie VLocal guide
2 years ago

Delicious food! Great quality! The service was great. We were seated promptly. Our table was clean. I went to use their bathroom and they maintain it well. This is our third time coming to Bareburger to have dinner and it won't be our last.<br>The french fries taste perfect every time! (We order a large to share.) My boyfriend ordered The standard burger which he enjoyed a lot. I order The Original chix sandwich and my sandwich was delicious! My only criticism was that the breading for chicken needed a touch more of seasoning. I still devoured my sandwich 😂

Response from the owner

Hey Julie,<br><br>Thank you so much for your positive feedback! Your words lifted our spirits today. It means so much to us when our customer appreciates the hard work that goes into making each day at Bareburger memorable. Your review made our day! Our whole team works very hard to keep our customers happy, but we can only do it thanks to customers like you. Thanks again, and we hope to serve you again soon.<br><br>Best,<br>The Bareburger Team

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