Bareburger — Restaurant in Town of Hempstead

So, I went to Bareburger with my family and kids not too long ago today. Our server was not mean. I do regret going because I ended up spending $70 on four burgers, two fries and two drinks. This was not my intended price budget. My budget was to spend $30-$40. The restaurant itself is nice and cute. I am rating this low because of the quality of service that my family received. I order two cheeseburger sliders and fries for my kids. I ask a lot of questions before I order because I like to know what I am ordering before I order my food. I asked the server if the burgers were small. He stated that they were small sliders. He made it seem like the burgers, the wagyu burgers were small sliders like White Castle burgers. So, I thought these would perfect size burgers for my two and three year old. The burgers were regular sized burgers and pretty hearty when they were brought to the table. If I would’ve known that from the beginning, I would’ve stopped there. Not to mention the fact that our server ordered four sliders and fries and I asked for two. I told him this and he apologized and decided to take the extra charge away from the bill. My order for my spouse and myself were build your own burger combos: We ordered wagyu burgers and sweet potato fries. When I looked at the menu and spoke with the server, I was told I could build my own burger combos for $12.95 with fries sold separately. I was okay with this price. The menu was a bit misleading also and the server failed to clarify that it was an extra $7.95 for a single wagyu burger. So, I am unknowingly paying $20 for each of our burgers plus an extra charge for two orders of sweet potatoe fries. I ordered everything on my burger(pickles, onion,etc). The burger did not taste good at all. It had not taste and was season-less. My children’s “regular sized burgers” are way too big for any average two and three year old to eat; they tasted more heartier, flavorful and more cooked than the two burgers combos that I ordered for my spouse and I. I was upset and frustrated nonetheless and regretful once again. Also, my spouse never received his order of sweet potatoe fries. I told my server this and he apologized and stated that he would discoung this charge from our bill. My spouse ordered a “natural coke” and that was a suggestion for a great non alcoholic drink from the server. The natural coke was extremely watered down and tasted like carbonated water with food coloring. My spouse, again, asked the server for another suggested drink and he stated a mango drink. I’m assuming my spouse liked his mango drink which was by the way non alcoholic. He stated it wasn’t anything special about it. Also, there was ice in the drink and my spouse stated that he wanted no ice in his drink. When I went to pay the bill for our order. It was originally $100. The bill was lowered to $69.81. I asked how was bill this amount $69.81. He states that that the build your own combo meal itself starts at $12.95 and that everything else was including (pickles, tomatoes, onions,etc) are all the separate charges that are added up. He then goes on to say that I apologize for not explaining you that the Wagyu burgers were a separate charge for each individual burger. I ended up having to ask my spouse to cash app me because I didn’t have enough on my card to pay for it all. Originally, My intentions were to tip was our server because he was not mean to us even though he made a lot of mistakes; and it’s customary for us. I was going to tip him something but after how poor the service was even if I did have it. I still don’t think that I would because the service was just that bad!! Ultimately, I feel like a good time eating out with my family and I was simply robbery with hidden fees and prices. I do not wish to go back there at all. For $70 I would not want to spend it on a burger joint, I could’ve used that money for my children. I did not expect the meal to be bad. I will not be coming back there. Do not get...

I usually don’t leave reviews unless the experience is really good or really bad, but unfortunately my visit to Bareburger in Rockville fell into the second category. I came in expecting a casual, enjoyable meal, but instead walked away shocked and disappointed. The biggest issue? I was actually served what I believe was expired beer. That’s not just a small mistake — it’s completely unacceptable for any restaurant or bar, especially a brand with the reputation that Bareburger is supposed to have.

The waiter honestly wasn’t the problem here. He did his best to handle the situation, and I could tell he felt awkward because there wasn’t much he could personally do. But the fact that something like this happened in the first place points to a much bigger issue with how this location is being managed. It makes me question how carefully they’re checking dates on their drinks, and it definitely makes me wonder about the overall attention to detail in their kitchen as well.

A customer should never have to second-guess whether what they’re served is safe or fresh. Bareburger Rockville really dropped the ball on this one, and it turned what should have been a fun, easy dining experience into a complete disappointment. I truly hope management takes this feedback seriously, because if they can’t guarantee quality and safety with something as basic as a beer, it doesn’t inspire confidence in the rest...

One of the first things I have to say about Bareburger is that I appreciate the aesthetic. On on a nice day, when they open up the windows, you can enjoy a fresh breeze while you eat. It's the kind of place that feels laid-back but intentional.

Their menu is impressive in terms of variety—there are plenty of options for all types of diets, which I really appreciate. I’ve recently stopped eating beef and chicken, so I was excited to explore their plant-based selections. I decided to try the "My Sunshine" burger, which features a sweet potato, kale, and wild rice patty, avocado, curly kale, organic tomato, and spicy green goddess dressing.

While I wanted to like it, I wasn’t a fan. The combination didn’t work for me, particularly the hot avocado—it just felt like eating a bunch of mush. That texture didn’t sit well with me at all. This isn’t a knock on Bareburger overall, but more of a heads-up for anyone new to plant-based eating: if you’re transitioning from meat, you might want to start with something a bit more familiar, like their Impossible Burger, which I’ll probably try next time.

On a positive note, the fries were solid. Crispy, flavorful, and they gave a decent portion, which is always appreciated.

All in all, Bareburger remains a great spot with a lot to offer. Just be mindful when experimenting with new burger styles—it might take a few tries to find the one that...