Brunch is my favorite. This place is a staple. It's good to see the kids out here so keep it alive with good vibes yummy food and a great variety of local entertainment some comedy to music to random weird shit and maybe even some reggae and dance hall in the basement if you're lucky Stay golden, Pony-boy. read more

Such an interesting place! Dive bar vibes on one side, Mexican food and music on the other! Nachos were really good paired with salsa sampler. They had an orange ginger salsa of the day , really gingery! The spicy was really good. Also had jerk tofu tacos. Seasoning was okayyy more on the sweet cinnamony side, didn't feel like 'jerk' seasoning. But really nice to have a vegetarian protein on the menu! read more

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My friend recommended this place because it's his favorite brunch in the city and it was fun! He was familiar with the setup, where you order food and drinks at the bar then drop off the ticket to the kitchen counter in the other room. Don't forget to close out your tab when you leave! My shrimp and grits were okay but my friend ordered a crepe cake for the table and that was excellent! read more

The Comet - Crepe cake - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The best way to describe the Comet is that it was hipster before hipsters were hipsters and served craft beer long before local craft breweries started popping up all over town. They were serving big burritos before other burrito chain restaurants were in town. The vibe is funky and cozy. The food always great. I'm a huge fan of Monday taco nights (especially when they have chorizo tacos). Sunday brunch is an absolute treat. Keep in mind that the mild salsa is mild, but the medium and hot are SPICY. Go for the burrito, stay for a beer. read more

This place is an eclectic hole in the wall. Do you love a wise variety of beers, a great juke box, different genres of music, delicious burritos the size of your head? Then you will love this place. Be careful the hot sauce on the burritos are seriously hot! They don't mess around. I usually go on Sunday nights fir bluegrass night and it is always packed make sure you get there early to see the comet bluegrass all-stars. Pro-tip always tip the kitchen to get your burrito a little quicker than others. Ps they also have quite the delicious brunch on sat and Sunday's. You should def go check it out! Net Fun 5 stars Hole in the wallness 5 stars Food 5 stars Cleanliness 3.5 stars Service 4 stars Total 5 stars. Get there! read more

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I've lived on the Westside for so many years. I hung out in College Hill in the late 80s. I've been through Northside a million times, yet this was my first visit to The Comet. My son invited me, and he has a real history with The Comet. The food was awesome. The crepe cake was like nothing I've had before. I couldn't figure out what it would taste like by the description, but it was highly recommended by several patrons. It was not overly sweet. The fruit , sauce, and pistachio were perfect compliments, in my opinion. The service was fine. I see other reviews where people are complaining. It is a bar, small staff doing what they do. It's a laid-back vibe. The humans who are doing their best can get overwhelmed. It's not a 5 star James Beard joint. It is a neighborhood bar, serving a good brunch. read more

The Comet - Crepe Cake.. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

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only gave me 1 taco when i orderd there and gave me chips with no guac. like give my money money back rude as he**. and the bartender was so mean like i just had the worst day and for the bartender to be so rude to me and then for me to not get 70% of what i ordered. read more

We were looking for some late night vegan eats after the Gillian Welch and Dave Rawlings concert. We were craving a Comet burrito and decided to swing on by. We had about 20 mins until the kitchen closed so I grabbed a yummy winter ale and we destroyed those burritos. Also recommend the salsa platter if you want to fill up on chips and try everything from delicious to pretty hot. Always love the vibe of this place. Great Sunday brunch and amazing people. Always a favorite spot especially when there's live music. read more

A hidden gem In Northside not fancy by any means, but the food in the atmosphere are always good

First time at this wonderful bar/restaurant. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable about their menu. The ambiance is very comfortable. The food was absolutely delicious...all scratch made. I ordered one of their burritos and it was great. Very tasty and a gigantic portion. They offer 4 different kinds of salsa ... all unique flavors. The Comet serves brunch on Sundays and I'll be checking it out soon. read more

very rude bartender. she acts like you are very stupid even when you are not drunk or anything. she's very unprofessional. But she was talking to everyone else but I guess she knew them. she was treating me like I was stupid. read more

We went last night for a comedy show- it was so fun! Loved the charm of a local neighborhood bar, but with surprising good burritos. We had the jerk tofu and it was delicious. Service was good and delivery of food was prompt. read more

Im writing this review because this place is great and I want them to do better. Been going here for almost a decade. In the last two years things have gone downhill (just food) EVERY time I order a burrito here theses days the order is wrong. Missing items such as lettuce, onions, cheese. Even though they were ordered. I come here less and less due to this issue. We keep coming back because we have so much love for such a great part of our community. Something has to change. great service and drink selection and amazing local music to make up for the absurdity that is the kitchen. read more

Drank some tequila in a tiny glass and smashed on some tacos and nachos as a cool band played thursday night. Ended up kissing this hot vegetarian right outside the venue. Tacos 5/5. The band 5/5. Beer selection 5/5. Nachos 3/5. Veggie friendly 5/5. The vibe 5/5. And a bonus pool table. read more

The Comet - tiny tequila. Pinkies out. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

What a great, friendly little place. Good food. Friendly staff. Awesome vibe. Professional level burritos seal the deal for me. I always try to check out the funky vintage store next door-perfect 70's pink polyester suit displayed today. read more

A cincinnati icon. This place always has a good brunch with friendly service, some yummy choices including vegetarian options, and lots of great beer to try. It's quite unlike anywhere else. The best jukebox. read more

The Comet - tables and chairs in a restaurant - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

A guide to eating at The Comet: Step One: Order at the bar. Step Two: Pay at the bar. They will give you a ticket. Step Three: Take your ticket to the food window. Step Four: Wait for the delicious food to arrive at your table. We came during their brunch menu and I ordered the carnitas tacos (though next time I'm going to have to try that Elote! The service seemed friendly enough and we were able to snag a table. The food was pretty decent, though I don't think I would order what I did again. The watermelon salad that it came with was interesting too! It had really great flavor, and the cilantro really made the dish. I also tasted the biscuits and gravy. The peppery gravy was truly delicious. If I was feeling like more of a lush, I definitely would have ordered it. One small frustration with the business model is asking for a tip a non full service restaurant. I don't mind busing my own table/etc., but I think that's something they should consider (I know it's different too if you're tipping for a mixed drink/bar service too). I definitely want to come back on bluegrass night to have that experience. All in all, this is a pretty cool dive-y spot with a cult following. I'll be back to check it out again. read more

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A fun place to listen to local and visiting comics! Enjoyed a reasonably priced drink and a fun space.

The tacos are an insult to Mexican food. I am not Mexican, but I have loved Mexican food for years and have lived in California and Chicago for several years, two places that have lots of real Mexican food on offer. These are tacos for people who are afraid of going to an actual Mexican restaurant. The bar is fine. The beer selection is good. I've heard good music there (no, I'm not talking about the bluegrass. Usually, when I hear that stuff, I'm worried that someone has a rope and I'm probably nervous for my safety.) It's just that the tacos are so offensively bad. It's even more appalling when there are better ones just up the road. read more

They have AMAZING tacos. The chicken and the beef are crazy good, and if you go during their happy hour they're only $2! Their queso is also really good! They had a really big beer selection! Their ordering system is a little odd to me as everything is ordered at the bar, you then take your ticket to a window and are given a number (if they're slow they don't give you a number). Parking is on the street but is not too hard to find nearby! read more

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A sweet little spot with good vibes, good food and great prices. Open a little later than some places, music and eclectic mix of patrons read more

The Comet - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

This is one of those places I've heard everyone talk about but haven't gone in the 10+ years I've lived in Cincinnati. I finally crossed off an iconic Cincy location off my to do list! The first thoughts we had as we headed in with a group of about 8 on a Sunday was "I'm eating Mexican, in a dice bar, listening to Blue Grass." And that kinda sums up the eclecticness of the place and the neighborhood! It's dark which makes it look dingy, but I love me a good dive lookin place. This is perfect. There's not a ton of seating, but we did snag the nice round booth, unfortunately the table is a little too small for the booth. You place your order at the bar. They have a few taps and a generous supply of liquor. Check their board for both food and drink specials. There's also about 3 refrigerator cases with canned and bottled beer you can purchase. (Fun fact, Little Kings is normally 2 for $5.) The food is sort of build your own ala carte. You can any meat/tofu, and veggies to orders. Hubby and I got the quesadillas and an order of nachos with queso. And there was plenty of food! The entrees normally.come with chips and your choice of salsa. The mild was definitely flavorful! The medium lacked the flavor but had a slight bit of heat, but not overpowering. The food was delicious and was very generous portions for what you paid for. The live band wasn't overly loud for the smallish space either. They also have a nice patio out back with about 6-8 tables as well if you like dining outside. I wished I had stumbled upon this place sooner! Will definitely be coming back! read more

The Comet - Quesadilla and cheese dip - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

We tried this place on a Tuesday night around 7p. We found a place to park across the street with no problem. Upon entering and not being greater, we realized that we could seat ourselves. But just before sitting down we happened to notice a sign saying to place your order at the bar. When I approached the bar, the bar tender immediately asked me what I would like. This gave me the impression that most people are regulars who don't need to see a menu. But it was my first time. I proceeded to order Rice and Beans (basically, it's a burrito bowl). I let her know up front that I had a very annoying request - I wanted the rice and beans in one bowl and everything else in a separate bowl. She totally understood and then asked me what all we wanted in our bowl. I took her suggestion and tried the mixed beans (pinto and black) and the chicken (instead of beef). I also ordered guac, salsa, onions, shredded cheese, sour cream and lettuce. The annoying thing about this? The guac, salsa, cheese, sour cream and meat are all extra and you are charged separately. Who on earth would order a burrito and not want this things?? I wish they'd just charge the rate they want and make it flat. Paying for "extras" makes me feel like they're nickel and dime-ing. After placing our order, she asked if we'd like to open a tab or pay immediately. We left a card with her to open a tab. Then she explained that we'd need to walk our order receipt to the kitchen window which was in the next room. We ended up sitting in the second room because it was entirely empty. And not having any high chairs, I wanted my thirteen month old to be able to exist and not annoy fellow customers. (The first room had a few tables that were full and the patio had a set of steep stairs leading down the hill). There was another family with kids who were playing pool, so this place obviously attracts all ages. Our food probably took about fifteen minutes to come out. And when it did, we saw that they actually put EVERYTHING "on the side". Lol. One bowl for every topping. We each made our own bowls with what we wanted. Looking back, I wouldn't bother getting the onion because they're raw. The chicken is pulled and seasoned, but not very flavorful or juicy. But the salsa of the month was good (roasted garlic salsa). The guac probably isn't made in house and is meh. But I really appreciated the large portion of sour cream. In fact, the whole thing was a large portion and super share-able. So that's nice! Once you're done you pick up after yourself. There's a place for your empty trays and glasses right next to the kitchen window. I wasn't really blown away by my experience here. But I've heard such great things about they're brunch? Maybe I'd try it some weekend if I could get there without the kiddo. read more

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This review is purely on their brunch because I LOVE a good brunch I mean look at this crepe cake. It was amazing!!! Good definitely sells out later in the day. Had a guy come up and say they sold out just about a hour after I ordered. They are still a full bar so there's options of mimosas, blood Mary's, etc, all the brunch drink goodness. You order at the bar and take your ticket to the kitchen so if you want a sit down restaurant that serves you, look elsewhere. If you've ever been to the comet, you know parking is rough. There's limited places to park which is why I don't go to the comet very often. Even the side streets are pretty packed. It's a gem of a place though, great atmosphere whether for brunch or in the evening for a show. I have yet to try their queso which I've heard is killer. I'll be back comet! read more

The Comet - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

I took a vegan date here because she had heard good things about their tacos, and wanted to give them a shot. I'm always on board for a good burrito, and felt like this location offered something to appease both of us, and a good $2 beer special. All the beer specials were basic cheap domestics in cans, but that's no big surprise. The food does actually Weiwei, and as dumb as that sounds to go to a little dive bar to hope for a good meal reviews have said that I should expect that here I don't really know what was wrong with those reviews though. What are you up getting was a giant burrito full of decent food, none of it was really that great. And the accompanying chips that were offered pretty stale and just tasted like old bed to chips as for the real reason we went in the first place, I date thought the tofu had a decent spice to it, but needed a lot more seasoning, and probably should've been pressed longer to get the fluid out . So it was okay. The staff were nice, and it was comfortable enough, and I think they have live music most evenings, so might give them another shot... Just don't really anticipate that happening anytime soon read more

Cool place. We always go on Sunday nights for the bluegrass. Decent craft beer selection and bar. Great burritos! You won't leave hungry. Seating is limited so get there early. Overall a great experience. Highly recommend for a Sunday night or any night out. read more

The Comet has been a mainstay in Cincinnati and my life for as long as I can remember. It's a bar, concert venue, gallery of sorts, and restaurant. This is the first time I've had something other than drinks or a burrito. The experience falls into the "where have you been all my life" category. All of the dishes were delightful... especially the dessert. That was amazing. Depending on when you go, the only potential caveat is the noise and that other patrons tend to be younger and hipsters. This may be a pro or con, depending on your perspective. There are often people of all ages and walks of life there, which I appreciate. Overall, my experiences at the Comet have been positive. I love it. read more

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The food is 4 stars but the service is 3. It had snowed the night before so I called to see if they were open. It was an after thought because we were pulling up, but my husband was concerned they were closed. The lady at the bar answers the phone. I say hello, I was just calling.. in mid sentence she cuts me off and says yes, were open with an annoyed attitude. I was like hmm, ok. I said thank you and hung up. When you walk in the way they have you place your orders is weird. There is not really a server, you place your order at the bar, get a ticket and take it to a window on the other side of the restaurant. Then you go sit down and then someone brings you your food. The line was slightly long. It was my first time here and there were no directions to tell you what to do, so after a few minutes I asked the people in front of me who told me what to do. You seat yourself and order at the bar. I finally get to the counter and it's the rude lady. I was nice to her and she was somewhat decent. However I didn't tip her because she was rude and she didnt realize I was the girl who called and she cut me off mid sentence. I order my food and take the ticket to the window and realize I forgot to order my crepe cake. I go back to the front and tell the lady (I posted a picture of her) I forgot my cake. Yallll..... she literally rolled her eyes, turns to the system to enter my order and then says.."I need your signature and this time a total" and circles the tip and total lines. Mind you I gave a total for my first ticket I just didn't tip her because she was rude and had a bad attitude. After this she definitely didn't get a tip the second time around. However, the men working the kitchen (where you drop your order ticket off) were nice. By this time I was already aggregated and annoyed, but I still managed to be nice because they didn't do anything. Also, I'm not sure why she was tripping over a tip when she had a bad attitude because not one person ever came to help us after our food was delivered. I saw one guy randomly walking around but he didn't seem to really be helping anyone. There wasn't any service after the food was brought to the table so what was anybody doing for a tip? I don't mind tipping at all but once you get an attitude or act unpleasant, you can hang it up with me! A tip is a reward or way to acknowledge the person giving you good service to say thanks and is not in any way an obligation. For brunch we ordered the Hot Mess, Buttermilk Biscuits & Gravy, and Crepe Cake. Their food was really good. All of the dishes were good and seasoned well. Their hash browns that come with the biscuits & gravy were very very good. Seasoned perfect and cooked well! The Hot Mess was different but I liked it. It consisted of scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, jack cheese, potatoes, sour cream, scallions, and sriracha hot sauce. It was very tasty! The biscuits & gravy were also yummy! The biscuits had a slightly crispy edge with a crumbly tender middle. The Gravy was seasoned well and added the cherry on top! The 20 layer Crepe Cake was amazing! It was orange crepes, pastry cream, toffee sauce, lemon cream, nuts and strawberries. It was so good! The flavors went together well and the crepes were perfect! If you like sweet brunch dishes this is definitely for you. We enjoyed this! I also tried their homemade ginger ale. It wasn't good. It tasted like ginger but had a weird taste. It started out ok when you first sip it and then the after taste flat lined. It was a quick pop of fizz and then whomp, whomp, whomp. It also tasted weak or flat after the initial burst of ginger taste when you first sip it. Overall, the food here is amazing but the service and people skills suck! read more

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Local bar with lots of room. Had brunch. Hot mess. Very good grapefruit Brûlée. Décor is kitch and hipster inspired read more

The Comet - Hot mess with grapefruit brûlée. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Very peaceful bar for a weekday. Calm 50s, 60s, and folk melodies play on the radio as the dim lights and dingy tables set the ambiance. Two backlit glass front coolers full of craft beer allow for choices that are welcome in such a place. The bartender and patrons are grungy yet somehow beautiful. I see they have a food menus, but that experiment must wait for a future visit, and oh I will be back. read more

The Comet - The ambiance is retro and cool - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Delicious Mexican food can be found in this dive bar but Sunday brunch? Yes! The Eggs Benedict is the best I've ever had. I also tasted my fiance's dish called "hot mess" & it was great! I didn't care for the pickled vegetables on the pork carnitas tacos but the steak tacos I had during Happy Hour (M-F 4-7) were amazing! Don't leave the brunch w/o a slice of the 20 layer crepe cake - it was to die for! read more

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I mean, cheap gigantic delicious spicy fresh and delicious burritos and punk rock? More of both please.

We're regulars at the Comet. Here's the deal: you have to know the rules: - Order food at the counter and take the ticket back to the kitchen yourself. No one will explain this or take pity on you for not knowing. - Sunday nights are the Bluegrass Comet Allstars. The wait for food is longer; you're competing with a cult following. - Sunday brunch - awesome... but expect lots of Northside "outsiders." They're not sure how to order, sit, function, etc... also, the Comet always has a unique weekly brunch entree - sometimes it's awesome- and sometimes - it just sucks... read the menu and risk it... if you dare. - weekend nights... omg... the live music can be eclectic and interesting or literally the worst bullshit you've ever heard. Check that out before you plan a whole evening there. We love the Comet. Prep for not-so-friendly bartenders and a set of odd behavioral expectations. Be brave. You might not regret it. read more

Looked in the kitchen and the cook had us hand in his pants.. skinny white dude. Needless to say I kept an eye and he was handling food. I told him I don't want our chips and salsa for obvious reasons and he hid from us. DONT GO HERE for any food. First yell review. Great bartender though read more

**This review is for the brunch only** First off, it you are not a local or a regular, no one points you in the right direction here, so here's a tip: order food at the bar then bring your ticket to the kitchen window in the other room for a number. The Comet is a staple dive bar in Cincinnati, and part of Northsides bar district. There is nothing fancy here. What you see is what you get. We ordered the biscuits and gravy and the eggs benedict. The biscuits and gravy actually had maple in it, which I should have noticed before I ordered because I was not a huge fan of the savory and sweetness together. The biscuits were giant and I would definitely splitting this dish. The bf got the eggs benedict which was great. I had a bite and the poached eggs were cooked to perfection, the sauce was also perfect, great flavor. We would order this again. Each dish also comes with a side of potatoes. These seem like they are in a giant bin somewhere in the back and they throw them in a skillet for warmth. Ours were stale, and cold. Not very appealing, but our table agreed that this would be the perfect hangover brunch spot. Not the best brunch I've ever had, but worth checking out. read more

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Best Feature: Great drink selection + VERY unique! Good food, too! Worst Feature: Live music can be a bit overwhelming. I had never even heard of The Comet until I went there with my boyfriend many months ago. We've stopped in several times and each time I have a great time! The first thing I discovered that I loved about it was the drink selection - what a great variety! A lot of common and also unusual beers to choose from. I love the interior - very cozy and intimate with interesting decor. They have live music from time to time and a jukebox you can always choose music from - the live music has occasionally been a bit too loud for my taste when I am trying to have conversation, but I LOVE the ambiance and the option to have real bands and musicians play! The food is also good - I had never tried anything until my boyfriend highly recommended the burrito. Dear god - a packed burrito that is quite delicious! I absolutely enjoyed very bite and will gladly order it again! I love this place - it's a bit of a drive from our current location but it is totally worth it!! :-) Lot of great times and great food/drink! read more

The Comet is pretty cool. We came here looking for a good brunch spot and were not let down. The Comet is very unique located in the Northside and serves many purposes. Walk in and order your food and drinks from behind the bar. There is bar seating and booths on the left half of the bar. This is divided by a wall that has a few window cutouts that keep the spaces together and separate at the same time. The right half of the bar/restaurant has unique seating arrangements, booths, small tables, etc. This is the side that has a little kitchen window. Seat yourself and grab a cup and water from the jug in the front if you so choose. I had the hot mess. This was a plate full of eggs and other breakfast mixtures ( I don't know how else to describe it). It was good. I also had a bloody mary and a mimosa which were satisfying. This may be considered a hipster area or a rougher area, but don't let that deter you from trying out something different. read more

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The Comet is a Northside tradition. Catering to hipsters, beer nerds, music-lovers, vegetarians and everyone in between. You'll find young and old at any time of the day. Major drawls: awesome jukebox, giant burritos, mile-high nachos and GREAT beers on tap and in their cooler (admire, but don't self-seve). The most distinguishing factor of the Comet is the fact that everyone lines up to order from the corner of the bar, so make sure you queue up so you look like a regular. Favorite times to come: every Sunday for the Comet Bluegrass AllStars; a rag-tag group of men and an awesome woman who make some fabulous music!! The second Saturday of every month you can find reggae in the charming basement that feels like any old basement that has been decorated with Christmas lights to feel more festive. The music is piped out of two turn tables from two real groovy folks who dance as they look thru their many boxes of records. read more

The Comet - Comet Bluegrass AllStars! - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

The Comet has an amazing beer selection and they always have great shows going on. Two main reasons why most people go to The Comet. The third reason is that they have the most badass burritos and quesadillas. Their burritos are the best in Cincinnati. They are gigantic and you get a ton of food for what you pay. Not only do you get a burrito packed to the point of it possibly exploding, you get really great tortilla chips with it. I always get a side of amazing guacamole to eat with the chips. I love the atmosphere of The Comet. We usually go earlier in the day during the week to grab dinner here. Around five or six. It's usually not packed at all. Sometimes we're the only people sitting in the dining area. The main reason we go around this time is so we avoid a band playing. It's really loud and you can't hear yourself think when a band is playing. Great for when you are there seeing a show, not so great when you just want to sit and eat some food and talk to friends. If you are coming here to order food, make sure you go to the bar to order your food and look at a menu. After you order your food the bartender will give you a piece of paper to take into the dinning area and take it back to the kitchen window where the cook will trade you the piece of paper for a table marker and will bring your food out for you when you are done. People seemed to be confused by this in other reviews. They also have an amazing jukebox I would check out. Awesome song selection and albums to pick from. I have yet to make it out to Comet to try their brunch that everyone raves about, but I'm defiantly going to make it happen sometime. read more

The Comet - Quesadilla With Tortilla Chips. Sour Cream. Mild Salsa. Guacamole. - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

One of my favorite bars/burrito joints in the city. Casual atmosphere with an extensive beer selection and absolutely fabulous burritos (which, as mentioned, are the size of your head). Unlike other bars where ordering can be a grueling exercise in trying to get the bartender's attention, at the Comet customers simply queue up at the end of the bar to order their food and drinks. Bands play here almost nightly and it can get kinda loud as control of the sound seems to be left up to the band. read more

The Comet - Photo by Shane Bee - Mexican Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio