If your not into fast food or other junk then this is the place for you. Down to earth food and very down to earth prices. Servers are very polite and offer good suggestions for food. Compact turkey dinner and the meatloaf with beer gravy is to die for at dinner time. For lunch their ahi tuna and their burger were spectacular. Huge beer menu, nice little spot to relax, cool off and eat some great food. This place was on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives for a reason! read more

Favorite brunch spot in MKE thus far. Love the biscuits and gravy and had a great curry omelet (the "Anne Curry") on special recently. We bring everybody that comes to visit here and no one goes away hungry or disappointed! read more

Average service. Disappointing meals. I had heard a lot of great reviews about Comet Cafe so I invited a business supplier to have a casual lunch there. Maybe it was just that day...but the food was sub-standard. Seems like standards might have dropped! Complacency? read more

I am in love. This place is so gooood. I am so happy to have found a restaurant/ café/ bar that is vegan/veg friendly, has good beer, good coffee and really good cupcakes! The servers are nice and it seems busy all of the time. Cool place to eat, or just relax and enjoy the day. read more

I've lived in MKE for 8 years and this is hands down my favorite place to eat. Try the open faced meat loaf sandwich. TRUST ME. If you go on the weekend for brunch be prepared to wait, however its a great neighborhood to take a stroll in. read more

Great food. GREAT service. Fun atmosphere. So many things have a vegan option. More places should take a cue from this one!

Don't let the vegetarian description fool you because when I went there it was free bacon night! They just kept giving us plates of bacon before our meal. Rad food, good service, cool beer menu. I'd go back for sure. read more

My co-workers and I got lunch for delivery. I thought it was just ok. Maybe had I eaten at the restaurant, I would have enjoyed it better. I had the apple something burger and the mac and cheese. I don't have to have it again. read more

Had a great time for a Sunday morning brunch. The service was great. The bloodies were just perfect. And, we all had fantastic food. No complaints. We'll be back. read more

Our brunch was by far the best we've had. The French toast was ridiculous. The hash browns deserve an award. The staff...amazing.

Comet used to be a "go-to" for brunch and even late night dinner. Lately, it has been pretty disappointing in the food department - fish fry was mostly fry and no fish. Chilli was bland. Pancakes were dry. I love Comet for its location and style but I think I'm done eating there. Drinks only please! read more

This a must for anyone visiting MKE. I suggest breakfast. Huge portions! Great service. Coffee was great and purchased what they serve at the Public Market in the 3rd ward. Anodyne coffee...great stuff. read more

Excellent. In from Chicago for a weekend - server was on point (sorry my bearded friend, but I've forgotten your name) - vegetarian food options were delicious - well curated draft selection at nice price range. Music was eclectic and well chosen - ambiance was romantic dimly lit diner. Love it. read more

Great sauces! Mostly good and unique food. The service, however, is severely lacking. I've been here more than once thinking it was just a one-time bad server, but I was wrong. You have great food, hire more attentive servers please. read more

Delicious! Great portion sizes, music, bar tenders and ambience! Nice for a date or to bring out of town guests!

I like this place ok, but I think it's over hyped. Breakfast is very good, but not amazing like the wait times would make you assume. All the breakfast entree's are decent but nothing I would say is a must. Bacon I had was tough and too smokey. The bloody mary's however, Wow, they are amazing. They dont pile on alot of junk to wow you; instead, they make the tastiest bloody mary mix I have ever had (and that's saying alot) Lunch/dinner is good, but again not great. Skip the meatloaf...not good what so ever. The service, oh the service....it is just terrible. The long wait times are, from what i can see, because they just don't get people in and out quick enough. I have been here 4 times and each time the service was awful. Slow, slow slow. Wait times for a drink are slow, food is terribly slow and a water refill...not gonna happen. Tons of staff running in circles. The ambiance is odd, but perhaps that's Comet's charm. Half diner half bar. Comet is worth a shot if only you come for their bloodys! Just make sure you set aside a good portion of your day. read more

Went here again today: amazing experience. It was phenomenal. There was no wait on a Tuesday at noon and we got in and out quickly. I got the turkey dinner which is beer batter balls with stuffing and turkey and then gravy. I died and went to heaven. My dad got the meatloaf which was amazing as usual. My mom got a burger which she also enjoyed read more

I haven't been here in years and years because the place is always packed and the wait is forever. But we decided to go around 6:00 p.m. on a Friday night and see if we could get in. We had to wait, standing, about 15, 20 minutes and then we were seated, so not too bad. The menu was very similar to the old Palomino restaurant menu so we asked our waitress about that, and she said they used to be owned by the same people, but not anymore. Our waitress was very experienced. You could tell by the way she waited about 5 seconds to take our drink order and when we didn't come up with anything in that time, she walked away (they were super busy, of course). When she came back and took our entire order, we ordered everything vegan, the BBQ rib entree, etc. That's when our waitress said she keeps forgetting to tell people that what we ordered is no longer on the menu because the item is no longer made, meaning the actual product isn't on the market anymore. She suggested we substitute either seitan or field roast. I didn't know which would be better so she suggested the seitan and I went with that. Then she said, "Good luck!" and walked away. Turned out, she was spot on. It was delicious! She even gave me an extra dollop of bbq sauce to put on my sandwich. The hummus plate appetizer was really good, I loved all the different veggies and bread they gave to dip into the tasty hummus. My boyfriend liked his gyro, too, and said he'd order it again. Oh, the fries! They are not greasy or oily, they have a very flavorful coating on them that's not too salty and our lovely waitress said since we were vegan she could bring us out some vegan mayo to go with the fries if we liked. We liked. Yum! All in all, a good enough experience to make us want to go back and figure out the right timing, when they are not so busy that we have to wait. Maybe right when they open? Right before they close? We'll figure it out because I miss the old Palomino menu and these guys got it. read more

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I love Comet - not to belabor everything that's already been said but great food, service, atmosphere. One of if not my favorite place in Milwaukee. read more

Mac and cheese is phenomenal! !Reubens are great too!! Desserts are always delicious. Small dining room and a little bit of a wait,but worth it! read more

Love the vibes of Comet! I prefer their sandwiches and desserts to their main entrees though. I have had the fried turkey meatballs - not a huge fan but I know people who love them. It's all up to your own tastebuds. I personally love the BELT and the Roast beef sandwich! read more

This place is up there if you suffering from a hangover. Lines tend to be super long but u can leave there feeling full and someone satisfied read more

I've been here three times for lunch. The food and service was excellent both times, and the prices reasonable. The atmosphere is fun, young, urban, and casual. I love that they have lots to choose from for each the meat eaters, vegetarians, and vegans in your group. I can't wait to try their brunch. read more

Limited menu, executed well. Very limited seating for parties over 4.

I hate to do this, but i 100% got food poisoning from Comet's food last night...... which is a damn shame, cuz the food was super delicious read more

The grilled cheese with tomato soup is to die for. They also serve it with their fries, which are the best fries in town. Malt vinegar to provided to douse them with, for those of you who grew up out east like me. The hours and new policies regarding the kiddos are questionable. Apparently there is free bacon on Sundays which would appeal to all the bacon lovers. Nice place to watch the Brewer's game at. read more

During my lunch visit with coworkers I think I was the only one who was disappointed. I tried the vegan gyro and the grilled seitan was so over cooked and dried out that it couldn't be cut or chewed. That's what I get for trying to eat healthy! A comment to the waiter simply elicited a shrug and no offer of replacement. But the special Comet seasoned fries were awesome. Since everyone else enjoyed their meal and Comet has a great reputation I planned on going back for breakfast with my family. The atmosphere is hip and trendy in a bohemian chic sort of way. Casual is definitely better, we felt out of place in our suits and business clothes. The restrooms get a C+. read more

Decided to check out a Triple-D joint while on vacation - the Comet Cafe was everything I would expect from a Guy Fieri'd establishment! They were packed when we arrived, but we found a couple spots at the bar. Bartender was busy, but we never felt it - he took the time to chat, as well as explain the food and drink specials. He suggested a locally distiled gin for a couple drinks (which were great!) and a nice beer too. We ate the double-baked potato (good), my BF had the Thanksgiving Dinner balls (if you don't know what they are, look them up on the menu - it's hilarious and VERY yummy!), and I had the amazing, cheesy homemade mac 'n cheese. We also had their soup d'jour, which was apple/fennel and you would have thought you were sitting in a small 5-star Top Chef restaurant. LOVED IT!! read more

I am definitely a snob when it comes to brunch, but I really enjoyed the breakfast burrito and its accompanying sauce. It was also HUGE and I enjoyed taking a good portion of it home, and eating it later that day. Four stars instead of 5 because I feel like as delicious as it was, it wasn't THE best breakfast burrito ever. Granted, maybe next time I will branch out and order something else. I've heard mention of Comet being known for bacon, so I will have to give that a try. Mmmm bacon. As a final note, I also visited during bar time and had a fun time chatting with friends and enjoying a $2 beer. read more

I've been coming here for sometime for breakfast and I love it. They have some of the craziest and most delicious breakfast concoctions around. My favorite is the Comet Benedict. A biscuit over hashbrowns then covered with sausage gravy and sausages, a little cheese and then a poached egg. It is wonderful. They also have really good bloody marries but anyone who gets excited about their bacon is kidding themselves. Also the wait is long, parking is crappy but the food definitely makes up for it. read more

If your looking for a great place to indulge in comfort food look no further! They have the best meatloaf in town! Also there Sunday special of beer and free bacon makes your mouth water! read more

Absolutely loved the vegan options. The Reuben didn't quite taste like most veggie Reubens I've had, but that's because they don't use tempeh- they use something called "vegan field meats" according to the menu. It tasted a bit like pork roll, the only meat I've ever missed since going veg in 1987, so your mileage may vary. The double chocolate cupcake was to die for (not vegan). The bill came and we were sure there was an error- it was so affordable for such a tasty meal! read more

As a vegetarian whose fiance is a carnivore, I like that this is a place where we can go on date nights and both of us can have delicious satisfying "comfort food". I would recommend trying the vegan deep fried ribs and the VEGETARIAN version of the Big Luck burger (their veggie patty for this burger is better than the typical veggie patty). I also liked the veggie meatloaf open faced sandwich with the mashed potatoes. The cupcakes are also delicious here, so save room for dessert! The only downsides: At peak times, you should pretty much always expect to wait a little while to be seated. But, hey, I consider it a good sign if a restaurant is popular! This is not a place to go if you're in a rush, but if you are patient, it's not that big of a deal (we usually have gotten seated within 15-30 mins). When the restaurant is full it tends to be loud, but in good weather you can get outdoor seating if you would prefer to be away from the noise. read more

Someone recommended the Comet Cafe based on my love for trying different beers. I was able to get in and sit at the bar with no wait, eat fantastic fish and chips, and drink a very very good cask IPA. The bar service was very good, the atmosphere very casual and fun. Street parking in this neighborhood can be a challenge but I found a spot right away (Woot!). If I lived close to this place I'd be in trouble.. highly recommended. read more

The food is good to better than good, and as a father of a daughter with dairy and egg allergy I appreciate their vegan fare, and the options they have available for her. Always a nice rotating list of taps and bottle beer. Service is okay. If you're not a hipster be ready to be talked down to or treated as "square". As usual in a hipster atmosphere, nothing here is as amazing as it's presented, but of course I've heard of the place so it's already been done for years now. read more

The food was actually a lot better than I expected, but the menu was not as large as I had hoped. This may be the best diner in the area, but I've been spoiled by my dad when it comes to breakfast food. The special that I got the morning I was there was very good, but it was also the best looking thing on the menu. The food took a long time to come out, but the waitress was also really patient with us and honestly it is a worthwhile stop if you need a place for brunch. read more

Biscuits and gravy and meatloaf were delicious. Sconnie mimosa top knotch as well.

Hey Comet. I've never Yelped before. But sometimes, people don't listen. I had the cheesesteak tonight. Nice new addition. But, the same problem I've noticed for the last ten years continues. WHY IS THE CHEESE MELTED DIRECTLY ONTO THE BREAD AND NOT ON TOP OF THE MEATS? it is beyond me? Are you serious? It makes it way to soggy and prevents me from fully realizing the taste of the cheese. Are you serious? Can we finally change where the cheese is placed and how the cheese is melted? You know how to reach me. read more

Cool place, excellent selection of beer; simple comfort food, service is great

Comet used to be my favorite east side restaurant. What happened? The breakfast burrito has been gross the last two times. If you are vegan or vegetarian, or someone who doesn't like smoky flavor, do not order the Bloody Mary. read more