I am a wing fanatic! I love me some chicken wings. I was recommended this restaurant over a year ago as "best wings in Charlotte" and I have been wanting to visit this restaurant ever since. Let me just tell you, I was not sure what to expect. Comet Grill is a little hole in the wall joint. It is quaint and has good vibes. The beer was ice cold.. and the wings... These wings. Did. Not. Disappoint. They were hot, flavorful, crispy and delicious. I recommend this place to anyone looking for a quick bite at the bar! Definitely will be back, WITHOUT A DOUBT. read more

Comet Grill - Charlottean Dry Rub Wings & Buffalo Wings - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Cool little dive next to a Food Lion of all places (of course). The Comet Grill is Charlotte's "upscale" version of the Double Door Inn: good music, good menu (I gotta say their Steakhouse Salad with blue cheese dressing is a killer repeat), good mix of people, and no cover. What to expect: crowded, band plays on the floor by the door (please tip on your way out), lively, $ reasonable, neighborhood feel, funky (without the odors), fun but not outta control. Other than trying to get a seat, what's not to like? read more

Comet Grill - Good start on a warm Carolina night. - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Nice neighborhood pub atmosphere despite being in a strip mall. Food was good but not spectacular. Fries were perfect. The outstanding part was the service. Better service than in high priced places! Music was super too. read more

This eclectic little pub in the Bi-Lo parking lot is super tiny and sometimes you really have to beat the rush to do lunch or dinner. Everybody in here knows everybody in here. How can you not... They're closed on Sundays but for pub grub it's lighter fare than most and worth remembering to check out the rest of the week. I can't believe they have live acts in this tiny space. But I'm pretty sure they have repaired the air conditioning since some of the other reviews on here. Their ads in the loafer say under new management too. read more

Comet Grill - Comet Grill storefront - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

We love the Comet!! It's a go to spot for us. The Charlottean wrap is one my favorite foods and my boyfriend always loves their burger. Queso is solid and award winning fries are delish. Always fast service and good food. We're into it read more

Amazing flat top grill food, great burger, and excellent live music from local musicians. Friendly crowd...

The Comet Grill is a Charlotte legend in its own right! They usually have live music and the sound is always very good. They have a good selection of craft beers on tap. They have one of the best burgers in the city of Charlotte and the hand cut fries are outstanding! read more

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Was passing through this side of town on my way to a show. Had read about the awesome burgers and homemade hand-cut fries. Beers were cheap, but the service was very slow. They had a band setting-up and a decent crowd, but the waitress was doubling as the bartender and just could not keep up. Our food came out after about 45 mins. I'll give them credit for the fries! They were the highlight of the meal. Did I say the beers were cheap! I may give them another shot and check out a band....Just don't expect to get in and out. read more

Food - yummy. Service - Quick + good. Masks - non-existent. The only 2 workers who had masks on were the cooks. No patrons except us wore masks. 2 days after our visit (1/2/22), one in my party tested positive for Covid. Will not be back. read more

Recently met several friends at this small bar and pub off of Park Rd near Ru Sans (next stopping strip down) on a Tuesday night! At first I didn't see it but it's on the end of one corner of the strip near Food Lion (free parking in the shopping center lot). They had live music this night and one of the people I was meeting wanted to hear them (they were really good). The inside has a small, dark neighborhood pub feel with a long bar and several small tables of to one side (see pic). I did get the feel that many there were locals and regulars. Was surprised to see several good craft beers and while I didn't have any food the others at the table had the nachos and said they really liked them. I really liked the atmosphere and vibe of the place. While the bar staff were extremely busy they never forgot us. I'm planning to come back in the future! read more

Comet Grill - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Great Carolina Dogs and fries. Awesome prices and portions. Try the fried pickles for sure.

Food Was OK And I Got Little Food ... For Almost 20 BUCKS and It Was Not Worth It ... And My Fries We're Cold ! And The Vibe Was Off Soon As I Walked In Like Certain People Not Allowed . I Didn't Feel Welcomed . read more

PGHKEN here......found out about this place 9 years ago......asked the locals. Every city has a kind of Comet Grill......all people most know each other and welcome new custiomer.....Friendliest place in town. Hidden Gem. I love the place and all the staff and customers that I met and now know well. I am enjoying life there. Ken. B. read more

Maybe whoever was cooking the other night was having a bad night. But the burgers were way over cooked. Thrown sloppily into to-go boxes. And like when the patty is small and fat doesn't even fill half the bun. Also charged us for 24 wings and only put 15 in the box?!?! Seriously wtf. read more

With Yelp, nothing really stays a "secret" anymore... and I'm sad in writing this review since this place is definitely one of those "secrets" I would love to keep to myself. I didn't even know this place existed until I was invited to a function here and I looked it up.... "Bar/grill in a strip mall?" was my first thought. I think the reason why this place gets over looked is that it is really easy to miss unless you are looking for it. It doesn't have the "prime" corner location that Ed's Tavern does that is nearby, but I think that adds to the charm of this place... feels like you uncovered something when you get here. Super impressed with what they have managed to fit into this space... there's a small upstairs loft area, large bar that takes up most of the first floor, and a couple tables tucked away under the lofted 2nd story. Really relaxed and friendly environment here. The servers and staff are really just chill.... they make you feel like a regular. A couple times I've been here and they have live music! What's great is that the stage is right next to the front door so if you aren't prepared... walking into the place while the band is going gives you an instant "backstage pass." Combined with their intimate space, it can get fairly loud in here (just to warn you), but the energy of the band and the overall good time everyone is having is infectious here. I have not sampled their food, but all of it looks amazing from what I can see... The most amazing part is that this food comes out of this tiny kitchen (which, to me, makes it even more amazing). I just love it when places really find their niche and do it well - and the Comet is no exception. I know Charlotte is a fast-growing place of trendy restaurants and bars, but I hope the Comet sticks around since we need more "original", places here in the area. read more

I have found my new local bar. One of my buddies told me... Kev, you gotta try out Comet Grill, they have the best burger in Charlotte. To which I replied, "whoa, bold statement my friend, bold statement." I have now made it a plan to try as many burgers in Charlotte and to narrow down my favorites. I have to admit, Comet is on my short list with their Comet Classic. By far the best burger I've had in Charlotte with Pimento Cheese. The best part was that they don't over-do the whole deal. It's a normal size serving, perfect ratio of toppings to meat, with a great quality bun that isn't froo-froo gourmet baked bread. It's just a great burger sticking to the basics. That's what makes the perfect burger after all. My bride quickly jumped to the conclusion it is her favorite burger, but her obsession with great fries is what sealed the deal. They have a great fresh cut fries that just don't disappoint. Twisting her arm to make this a family staple is going to be so easy! The buffalo shrimp are simply the best I've ever had. Not too much breading, fried perfectly, tossed in a sauce that perfectly compliments the shrimp. Comet is less than a mile from my new place so this is a neighborhood gem that is sure to be my favorite 'watering hole'. I'm from the Boone area so the service, chill vibe, great food, and cheap beer brings me back to the days of the smaller town with a great little bar. They are also said to have great music there so I'm excited for late night adventures! read more

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I had their Comet Classic Burger which was cooked just as I asked (medium). It came with some very well-seasoned fries that had just the right amount of grease. My only advice would be to put a dash less salt in the fries, but otherwise they were still delicious. There aren't many great food options in the area so it's great to know this is just a short walk away. read more

Pimento cheese + delicious burger + flat top grill = LOVE I've been meaning to grab lunch from Comet Grill for some time now as it's known as the super friendly neighborhood bar and grill. It's nestled in the shopping center off of Park Rd., right next to the Bloom. The bar itself has a pretty comfy layout including a decent sized patio, the bar and a few tables downstairs and cute little second level. I will note that the second level has two long tables bordering the overlook. These tables would be perfect for flip cup. Just sayin'... Hubs and I rolled into Comet Grill for a late lunch and right off the bat I was super impressed with their specials. Not only do they offer a great menu of lunch specials for $7 each, but they also have fantastic daily drink specials. I ordered the American Burger lunch special - a well sized burger finished off with my choice of toppings (pimento cheese, natch). Our waitress was really friendly and offered great suggestions even though she's a vegetarian. That's service, folks. My burger special was delish and came with a small side of fries. The fries were well seasoned, but next time I'm going to ask for them crispy. My bun was a little dry but it was really no big deal to me as the burger itself was great. The pimento cheese is an absolute must here and I really want to try their pimento grilled cheese during the next go around. Oh I'll be back Comet Grill...I'll be back really soon and hopefully check out some live music too! read more

Comet Grill - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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My new favorite bar! Our 2nd time visiting and we look forward to our next. Just wish it was closer to my house. Awesome food and atmosphere... reminds me of little hidden gem pubs in San Francisco. Loved the Comet burger and fries. Can't wait to go back! read more

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Not exactly divey, but definitely not upscale. Somewhere in the middle sits Comet. After meeting a client in the same shopping center, I was craving a quick lunch to-go (always on the move!) and I decided on Comet as they were listed cheap and positive-reviews on Yelp! Their menu on Yelp and on their site has a reuben and it caught my eye, unfortunately the girl on the phone said they haven't had it for months. A shame, I was really craving corned beef! I decided on the steakhouse burger and a side of potato salad. Picked up right on time and out the door I go. Patty was awesome! Moist, lightly toasted, good size. The portobello mushrooms were full of flavor, I've been to places where I swear their mushrooms came out of a can, not the case here. I opted to sub the horseradish for ketchup since I can't stomach it, all of the toppings were perfect portions. The potato salad was a bit too "briney" and it hinted to pickles being a key ingredient with a slice on the top of the scoop. However after a bite or two of the burger the potato salad harmonized enough to be enjoyable. Not my favorite but better than others! Will return, would love a seat at the bar as the grill is directly behind. I like being able to see the food being cooked! Comet is a solid choice in the Dilworth/South CLT area! read more

So I've seen this place often going to the Food Lion right across from it but it wasn't until my friend suggested that we go for lunch that I finally came. It's a cool little restaurant that has that neighborhood bar feel with lots of regulars. Upon entering you sit yourself either at the bar or one of the tables available (only a few tables), but I did see an upstairs that may have more sitting not quite sure since I didn't make it up there. We were greeted promptly with waters and given menus. They have a good variety on their menu mostly bar food like burgers, sandwiches, wings, and salads. I opted for the 6 buffalo wings and hand cut fries. The wings were good but I wasn't a fan of the buffalo sauce they used plus it didn't stick to the wings so it was kind of pointless to be on them and could have just came on the side for dipping. The fries on the other hand were so good and seasoned perfectly, I could have just kept ordering them. I will definitely be back tho to try out some other menu items and to get my fry fix in. read more

Comet Grill - Buffalo wings - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

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I've been coming to the Comet for years now and it never gets old. This places serves up exceptional bar food with some great service. This hidden gem in Dilworth provides everything you could want from a hole in the wall bar. They have great live music along with some of the best bar food I've had. I seriously wonder why people choose to go to Ed's over the Comet. The food at the comet is much better! read more

My daughter would walk past this on our walks, but I don't really enjoy "bar food" so we never went in. One of our favorite places to eat was Persu-asian in the same strip. We walked down on Saturday to Persu-asian only to find they were now not opening for lunch on the weekends. Disappointed, we went into Comet Grill. As far as bar food goes, Comet Grill is about the best you can get. It was excellent. I was able to get a salad with fresh veggies. My daughter ordered a hot dog off the kid's menu. Service was friendly and food was great. Saturdays they have a cheeseburger for $5. I don't eat meat, but I would like to try a veggie burger at some point. I'm very happy we decided to give this place a try. read more

Comet Grill - House salad with shrimp and a hot dog with ketchup and French fries. - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

I've been to Comet a couple times now, although both at off-peak times - once for a weekday lunch, and the other for a nightcap during the early part of the week. The bar has a bit of character to it, but it's pretty quiet when it's sparsely populated. There's a solidly-sized bar to congregate at, some booths on the ground floor, and what looks like an upper level that I haven't made it to yet. The folks tending bar are pretty friendly, and the drink selection has a mix of some local crafts (a big fan of the Legion Juicy Jay IPA currently there) and your usual bigger-label lagers. The food here is your standard-issue bar grub to keep you filled while you are keeping the liquid flowing...the fries are pretty standard, the fried pickles are definitely on the spicier (and hotter, temperature-wise) side, and the burger fills you but isn't super-memorable. The salad I had last time was a pretty hearty amount, and adding a protein in was a good call to add a little bit more to it. In all, this is a nice spot that's a bit outside of the heart of downtown Charlotte but is a casual hang that is solid for folks who live closer to this part of town. I wouldn't make it a regular habit to always come to Comet, but it's a good spot to have a drink while catching some sports on the TV. read more

Went to the Comet for some live jazz believe it or not. The group Jazzology sounds great. They are a little lite on seating but was cozy. The draft IPA selection could use some sprucing up but overall very friendly and attentive service. This could be a a diamond in the rough. A little disappointing they were out of some beer and food selections read more

Comet Grill - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

One of the best places in Charlotte! Great food, awesome staff, genuine music, and some of the best people I've met in my life - almost family! That says it all for this Dilworth Dive Bar! So glad to have this in the neighborhood. Dilworth wouldn't be the same without it. read more

Best grilled buffalo chicken sandwich I've ever had. Amazing fries too. Attention to detail. They care read more

Comet Grill - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

This is a small local bar/casual establishment. We love the Comet because of the FREE GREAT local music each night. (Of course, please give the musicians an generous tip.) The food is good, especially the burgers. This is a bar that gives BACK to the community, with many benefit performances, pop up artists events, etc. The service is great, but sometimes the Comet is so crowded you may have to wait a bit. Love the patio and the loft area upstairs which overlooks the bar and music. We are especially fond of Tuesday nights with the Red Rocking Chair,a Bluegrass/Americana Band, and Saturdays with the $6 Comet Burgers. (I do wish the music would start each night at 8:30, or its past my bedtime : ) read more

Nice place. It's nice to go to a bar with a different crowd when you're used to the snobby people that live around here. Customer service is on point. Bunch of nice that mind their business, but will talk with you if you want. Literally fell into this place when my girlfriend sprained her ankle on the sidewalk and all the customers were asking if she was ok. Decided to come in after we sat down to let her heal. Great spot. read more

Local, local, local. Great little bar with good food and cold brews. It's a small place but with lots of character. I've been here a few times for lunch. The Reuben is fantastic, so are their hot dogs. Haven't tried the burgers yet. Friendly place with lots of local regulars located on Park Rd in the Dilworth area. It's worth a stop. read more

Comet Grill - Ruben and potato salad with a pickle and Sriracha. So damn good, forgot to take the pic until I was almost half way through it. - American Near Me - Charlotte, North Carolina

Omit the U and we finally have Charlotte's first O(fficial) YE. Yeah buddy! Some say eclectic, but I prefer eccentric (like me!). Comet Grill really embodies what a neighborhood dive should be. It's the type of bar that established the counterculture which made dive bars hip and trendy. This is the type of place where the locals run, and not because it's the talk of the town, but because it's real, original, and unique. There is nothing superficial about it; no glamor or glitz here. It's just a great place to enjoy drinks and food with good company. I didn't grab any food, but the rumor is, everything is tasty. Everything is made in house, so you know there must be some love attached to it. As others mentioned, AC is incredibly underrated. It wasn't a packed house, but still insanely hot. "Heat rises" so avoid the second story in the summer months. I debated on 3 or 4 stars because of the heat index, and while 3.5 is more deserving.....eff it. The bartender was really nice and walked the equivalent of the Appalachian Trail up and down the stairs for us. Now you heard it before, but I'll say it again. $1 PBRs on Thursdays. That's cheaper than bottled water! read more

I've visited Comet Grill NUMEROUS times...I just never wrote a review. If I lived closer, I would definitely become a regular. I'm giving 5 stars, because the food is excellent and the service is spectacular. I'm fond of this place because a friend of a friend planned a CIAA party here. Yes, it's small, but the atmosphere was out of this world! The food is always tasty and the drinks are plentiful. I try to order something different, but I'm a creature of habit and I have to have the fries. It's no wonder they were voted Best French Fries in Charlotte! They are cut with the skin on and fried to a deep golden brown. The chicken tenders are juicy and flavorful. The buffalo shrimp, burgers, wings, chicken sandwich, veggie burger are delicious too! I have introduced many of my friends to Comet Grill and they can't wait to return. I can honestly say that I have never had a bad experience here...especially when the one cook recognizes me and says "Hello there Beautiful...haven't seen you in a while!" I'm truly a fan and will continue to patronize this fabulous establishment. read more

Interesting, very local. Live music and some dancing. Wasn't exactly my vibe but I enjoyed it. Decent selection of beer, wish they carried more local options on draft. I didn't get a chance to try the food. read more

Your typical neighborhood bar with not so typical food. They're friendly even if you're not a regular and everyone minds their own business. The food is great! The burgers and their Philly cheesesteak are awesome and they serve fresh hand cut fries! Great spot to chill and have great food! read more

$1 PBR Thursdays are always alright with me! Chill place to knock back a few. Can't comment on the food, but hear from reliable sources that it's pretty yummy! I've been to Ed's on the street side, but didn't even know this place existed as it's on the inside corner of the plaza. It's quite an unassuming store front. Inside is cozy (aka on the smaller side) and includes an upstairs area that can be hot as balls if the A/C ain't turned on. The place also sports a small patio that looks like it'd be nice on a not so hot and humid day/evening. Waitress was friendly and awesome for running up and down the stairs for all the beers we were continuously ordering. Will have to venture back to check out this place more in depth. read more

The only time I have ever been here is on Friday nights. Normally it's the ending spot after a fun filled evening. I hear the food is great but the only food I have had is fries. Hard to mess up fries. Live music on Fridays, cold beer, and good friends. It's a more mature crowd, and it is always crowded. The band on Fridays apparently has a strong following too. read more

Yep...OFFICIAL PBR JOINT! $2 everyday along with Highlife...$1 on Monday's & Thursday's! That's worthy of a visit and extended stay by itself! However, lucky for Comet that they have a great menu and killer burger! The place is hidden near Bloom, and isn't the fanciest place in town, but it's not trying to be. Small tables, good bar and great staff make this a fun place to run to. Especially if the regulars at at the bar mid-day talking about nothing/everything. As the reviews mention...burgers are awesome - cooked on the flat top. Fries and onion rings are a great side. That's all you really need to care about; however, they do have many other options to choose from. Can't beat a cold PBR and a perfectly toasty pimento cheese sandwich that's busting with flavor...hmm, hmm, good! They've got a nice enclosed patio to enjoy on those sub-90 degree Charlotte days. Comet Grill...I will see you soon! read more

My girlfriend and I don't go out very often. When we do it's for live music. This past weekend, we looked at all the different options and saw "The Relics" were playing at Comet Grill. Comet Grill's Facebook page said the band was starting at 8:00. We knew we had about an hour and specifically chose this place to go and hear live music. We called Uber and went and picked up another friend to go with us. We got there about 7:45 and enjoyed a cocktail, eagerly anticipating the band. 8:00 came and went and the band was nowhere to be seen. They did not start playing until 8:41pm. I will never return to this place again. My time is too important to make plans and go to places with friends only to have the advertised information not take place. read more

Comet Grill is a great neighborhood hole in the wall. Looking in from the shopping center, you have no clue that this gem is inside. its a two story, bar/live music venue that has some great bar food (they won best fries in Charlotte awhile back). Tuesday nights the bluegrass band Red Rocking Chair performs and if you're not a regular, everyone will stare at you when you walk in the door. There isn't any AC, so in the summer beware. Check out the pimento cheese dip and their $5 Saturday burger deal! read more

In the past, I've been able to get a meal here and listen to some good bluegrass on Tuesday nights but it was a totally different story recently. I stopped in during the day for lunch and it took 1 1/2 hours for us to realize that the table ahead of us just had their food put on the grill. We were 1 of 3 tables that were there to eat and not only did it take so long for the orders to be placed but we had to get our drinks at the bar ourselves. Now, granted, it's not a very big place so this wasn't a huge hassle but isn't that what you tip the wait staff for in the first place? Needless to say, if you actually get the chance to eat here, the food is good but the service is horrible. We walked out and haven't been back since. read more