Bartleby

Absolutely stunning atmosphere. Make a visit for this alone, you will be impressed. Server was great but a tad busy and I think forgot to put our entrees in. We received them an hour after we placed the order and had watched 5 other tables sat after us get their meals. We weren't in a hurry and I've been trying to practice patience so didn't say something. By the time food arrived, I can't really tell if it was THAT good or if I was just THAT hungry. If I could eat that mushroom ravioli everyday without gaining 50 pounds, I would. The sauce was incredible. Steak frites were steak frites. Nothing out of this world but hit the spot. We didn't stay for dessert because I feared another hour long wait for this next course.

Honestly this would probably be a 2 if not for atmosphere. The inside was super cool and the tree was a really fun touch. Service was decent, no complaints but no raves. As for the food, the arancini was ok but pretty bland and a little too sticky. The marinara sauce it came with for dipping was really sweet in a not super pleasant way. We also got the tortufo pizza, which was a nice mix of flavors but felt like I could've made it just as good if not better at home. The crust felt like a store bought flatbread. The mushroom ravioli was in a really delicious sauce so that was the best thing on the table! Otherwise though, definitely wouldn't come back for food

Picture worthy restaurant, down to the restrooms. Very unique. The decor was stunning. I could sit there for hours. I spent 15 minutes taking pictures in the restroom because the wallpaper was so pretty. Perfect for a romantic date night, birthday dinner, or night out with friends. Every dish was rich and flavorful. Our server was very friendly and attentive.

Beautiful ambiance. Gets really dark at night. Lots of open space and plenty of seats. Gourmet menu with a variety of well curated options. Expensive w apps running over $15 and drinks $16-18 with entrees in the $30-40's range. The broccolini was rather hard to chew but flavorful with garlic and anchovy. The mussels app was a nice meal with plenty of mussels in a buttery broth with crab meat and plenty of flavorful garlic. The signature cocktails are pre batched unfortunately but the classic cocktails (Manhattan, Old Fashioned, etc) are made to order. My Diablo was a very typical "spicy marg" but was more sweet than spicy for sure. Overall very high prices for the food but not a rip off per se. Excellent server Maddie who was attentive and personable.

SYNOPSIS -- I visited on Saturday, 3 Feb. 2024. The Cod is a great dinner choice if you want something light. The cocktail names alone will leave you wanting more (I don't drink alcohol and I did not try a cocktail but 3 of my friends did). Go to Bartleby for the ambience because the character and atmosphere is truly astonishing (red chairs, high ceilings, big tree in the center, and a library feeling with the books and lamps placed around the tables).REGULAR REVIEW:BACKSTORY (why come?) - Why not come here is the real question?!?! Haha...so I visited Bartleby upon a recommendation from a long time college/University friend who said she enjoyed the Salmon entree. I came on a Saturday evening with 3 friends (former co-workers). We arrived for a late dinner at 8pm.AMBIANCE - Romantic and absolutely delightful. The mood will be set here....oh, the VIBES is 100%. The dim light and candles all throughout the restaurant is perfect for a date night or a fun evening with friends. The grandeur of the whole place including the tall ceilings, intricate pattern roof details, and book cases allFOOD -- Three of us all coincidentally ordered the Cod entree while another friend, Shakira, ordered just truffle fries because she wasn't feeling good. If you enjoy seafood such as fish then you'll love the Cod. The Cod is a very light meal so add a side dish if you know you'll be hungry later. The Cod comes with potatoes and peppers along with a dashi sauce. This sauce really gave the meal a nice and strong flavour. The fish was moist and not dry. I highly recommend the Cod. I also tried some of my friend's truffle fries and they were perfect, as expected how truffle fries should taste.I'll definitely be back to Bartleby to try other menu items.****GOAL of 150 reviews in 2024- 9/150 total reviews in 2024- 659 total overall Yelp reviews- Reviewed on 15 March 2024

I went to Bartleby for dinner and silent reading night through book club. The atmosphere is very moody in there, with the darkened rooms, lit candelabras hanging from the ceiling, and the big lit up tree in the middle of the restaurant. Our server was very nice and funny. For food, we got the arancini balls which came with a really great tomato sauce for dipping, truffle fries which were perfectly cooked and not too overpowering on flavor, mushroom ravioli with a rich creamy sauce, and salmon. The salmon was a bit overcooked and the yogurt sauce wasn't the best compliment to it, but everything else was so great. Can't wait to go back for a date night

This place is a vibe. Genuinely, the inside is just gorgeous.I came here with friends for dinner and we had a great time. I got the ...If You Must cocktail on the recommendation of our server (who was very helpful).We started with the white pizza as our app and it was very tasty.For my main I went with the Cod. It was light and refreshing with a distinct dashi flavor which was lovely. Is this place expensive? I mean yea. But the dishes we had I thought were tasty and you're also paying for the vibe so...what can you do.I think it's definitely worth checking out.

Bartleby is beautiful! The ambiance is so posh and polished, I felt like royalty or like Bilbo Baggins in Great Hall of Thráin. Truly extraordinary! And the service was impeccable! Our server was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable. He made us feel right at home. The food was also good, but didn't quite live up to the ambiance and service. Between the three of us, we had the salmon with couscous, the arancini, the scallops, a side of asparagus, and the deconstructed berry walnut pie with crème anglaise. The salmon and arancini were both five star and the scallops were almost there, but held back by the lovely looking, but not very tasty, squid ink sauce. The asparagus were nicely cooked, with a tasty char, but needed a squeeze of lemon. The pie was tasty, but textures were not quite perfect.Despite any food imperfections, I highly recommend a trip to Bartleby - it's magical!

We made a reservation with friends at 6 pm on a Saturday.... Food was amazing but ambiance was a bit awkward that early in the evening. It's definitely more of a dark romantic evening setting. Cocktails were great and everyone enjoyed their entrees. Options to get gluten free as well!

What a fun spot! My husband loved this place. The staff was very attentive and service was quick. The muscles were fantastic and full of flavor, and ricotta and bread was great too.