Comet Café – American
This spirited neighborhood haunt hums with the nostalgic energy of a classic diner reimagined, where the comforting aroma of sizzling griddles and golden-brown biscuits fills the air. Guests tuck into generous plates of savory meatloaf hash and crispy, syrup-drenched chicken and waffles, while inventive offerings like earthy mushroom toast and rich pork belly over creamy grits elevate traditional comfort food to an art form. The experience captures the soul of a modern greasy spoon, offering a warm, bustling space where every craving is met with bold flavors and a touch of culinary whimsy.
1947, North Farwell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI, 53202 +14142737677 http://www.thecometcafe.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 2:00 AM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM - 2:30 AM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 2:30 AM
- Sunday
- 9:00 AM - 2:00 AM
Menu
Breakfast Items
- Rocket Platter - $16: One pancake, two farm eggs, two strips of bacon, hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Any Way You Like - $12: Two farm eggs, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Denver Omelette - $15: Three farm egg omelette with bell pepper, ham, onion, cheddar, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Tofu Scramble - $13: Scramble of tofu, veggie sausage, bell pepper, artichoke hearts marinated in chili flakes, spinach, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Meatloaf Hash - $16: Griddled meatloaf with hashbrowns, topped with American cheese & two sunny eggs, with rye toast Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chicken & Waffle - $14: Fried chicken thigh, house-made waffle, topped with curled scallions Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Biscuits & Gravy - $16: House-made biscuits, sausage gravy, two farm eggs, topped with chives Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mr. Toad's Mushroom Toast - $16: Sunny farm egg, roasted mushrooms, Parmesan, pickled red onion, truffle vinaigrette, arugula, on English Muffin toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Pork Belly & Grits - $17: Sunny farm egg, crispy pork belly, cheddar grits, Red Eye gravy, topped with chives Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mushroom Omelette - $17: Three farm egg omelette, roasted mushrooms, watercress, spinach, Parmesan, house-made beer cheese, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Pancakes - One - $7: Served with butter & maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Classic Pancakes - Two - $12: Served with butter & maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Fruit Fetish - $14: Honey-Nut Granola, yogurt, fresh berries, topped with Wisconsin honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
- From-Scratch Biscuit & Jam - $5: House-made biscuit served with butter & house-made jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Everything Bagel - $6: Toasted, served with whipped herb cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Appetizers
- Spinach Artichoke Dip - $13: Artichokes, spinach, parmesan, cream cheese. Served with crostinis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Hummus - $10: House-made hummus, crispy chickpeas, pickled veggies, tapenade. Served with toasted pita Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Dip - $10: House-made buffalo cauliflower dip, topped with crumbled vegan cheese, chives. Served with fried flatbread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Comet Poutine - $17: French fries, pork belly, Wisconsin cheese curds, beer gravy, scallions Available at: dinner, lunch
- Plate of Fries - $6: Classic fries served with chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Chili Cheese Fries - $16: French fries topped with Comet’s veggie chili, cheese sauce, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheesy Potatoes - $9: Chive mashed potatoes, cheese curds, cheddar cheese, broiled, topped with green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Soups & Salads
- Tomato Soup - Cup - $5: House-made topped with chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tomato Soup - Bowl - $8: House-made topped with chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Chili - Cup - $5: Comet’s signature blend of peppers and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Veggie Chili - Bowl - $8: Comet’s signature blend of peppers and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Seasonal Salad - $15: Spring mix, arugula, roasted corn, onion, poblano, cilantro, cherry tomato, cilantro crema, pepitas, cojita cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, house-made croutons, pepperoncini, Parmesan, tossed with Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - Small - $7: Greens, shaved carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- House Salad - Large - $12: Greens, shaved carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
Sandwiches
- Big Luck Burger - $18: Two smashed beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, house-made pickles, 1000 Island, on a sesame seed bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fried Chicken Sammie - $17: Hand-breaded fried chicken, house pickles, mayo, lettuce, tomato, on a sesame seed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Comet Club - $17: Turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar, pickled red onion, lettuce, tomato, cilantro crema, on toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Leghorn - $16: Pulled chicken, house-made apricot jam, herbed cream cheese, iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, pickled red onion, on toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Reuben - $16: Slow-cooked corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, 1000 Island, grilled on salted rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- B.E.L.T. - $16: Sunny farm egg, pork belly, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo, on a sesame seed bun, with side of hashbrowns Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Patty Dijonnaise - $17: Two smashed beef patties, American cheese, house-made pickles, beer onions, dijonnaise, on salted rye Available at: dinner, lunch
- Jake the Steak - $16: Roast beef, roasted garlic miso mayo, balsamic caramelized onion, arugula, roasted mushrooms, provolone cheese, broiled on a hoagie Available at: dinner, lunch
- The Cheesy Tomato - $14: Provolone & mozzarella, tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, mayo, herbs, broiled on a hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Artichoke Melt - $16: Artichoke hearts marinated in chili flakes, provolone, red onion, spinach, mayo, herbs, broiled on hoagie bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Shawarma - $16: Marinated oyster mushrooms, tapenade, lettuce, marinated tomato, cucumber dill sauce, on a warm pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Cheese & Beef - $17: Roast beef, bell peppers, mushrooms, provolone, American cheese, chipotle mayo, on a hoagie bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Cheese + Tomato Soup - $15: Provolone, mozzarella & American cheeses on sourdough, with a cup of house-made tomato soup & fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Commuter Sandwich - $15: Two scrambled farm eggs, cheddar cheese, on a croissant, with side of hashbrowns Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Deluxe Commuter Sandwich - $18: Sunny egg, sausage patty, beer onions, cheddar cheese, arugula, chipotle mayo, on a croissant, with side of hashbrowns Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Breakfast Burrito - $15: Scrambled farm eggs, cheddar cheese, peppers, french fries, pinto beans, wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with ranchero sauce, cilantro crema, & pico de gallo Available at: breakfast, brunch
- The Stendler - $17: Slow-cooked corned beef, scrambled farm eggs, hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with Sriracha Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
Main Dishes
- The Classic Meatloaf - $19: Beef-pork meatloaf, bacon-chive mashed potatoes, grilled tomatoes, bacon, onions, open face on salted rye topped with beer gravy & chives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Compact Turkey Dinner - $17: Slow-roasted turkey, sage stuffing, & chive mashed potatoes that’s beer-battered, fried, & topped with country gravy. Served with Vegetable of the Day Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mac & Cheese - $16: Classic creamy mac & cheese, covered with even MORE cheese, broiled, & topped with green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Salisbury Steak - $16: Two house-made vegan lentil walnut patties over chive mashed potatoes, topped with sautéed mushrooms, Brussels sprouts, & covered with beer gravy Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken A La Comet - $16: House-made biscuit topped with pulled chicken, white gravy, mushrooms, red & poblano peppers Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chicken Strips - $16: Hand-breaded fried chicken tenders, choice of BBQ or Buffalo dipping sauce, with side of fries & ranch Available at: dinner, lunch
- Vegan Wings - $16: House-made seitan, battered & fried, tossed in choice of BBQ or Buffalo sauce, with side of fries & ranch Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Friday Fish Fry - $18: Beer-battered fish served with French fries, fresh slaw, lemon, house-made tartar sauce, rye toast Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- Toast - $3: Sourdough or Rye Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal, Macrobiotic Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- House-Made Jam - $1 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Hashbrowns - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Single Egg - $3 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Bacon - $2 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Carnivore, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Ham - $4 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Corned Beef - $4 Dietary tags: AIP, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Sausage - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, AIP, Renal, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Vegan Sausage - $4 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pork Belly - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fruit Cup - $5 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, lunch
- Mashed Potatoes & Gravy - $4: Mixed with bacon, chives, sour cream, topped with house-made beer gravy Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheddar Grits - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
Desserts
- Fresh Pie Slice - $9: Made-from-scratch and delivered daily from Honeypie Bakeshop Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
Beverages
- Harvest Moon - $12: Brandy, St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur, Allspice Dram, Maple, Lemon, Star Anise
- Pink Pony - $12: Pink Peppercorn infused Twisted Path Gin, Blackberry Syrup, Lime, Soda Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
- Space Truckin’ - $12: Hibiscus infused Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Pineapple Amaro, House Spiced Syrup, Lime Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Comet Old Fashioned - $10: Central Standard Brandy, House Tart Cherry Syrup, Lemon-Lime Soda, Angostura Bitters Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Classic Comet Bloody Mary - $11: Wheatley Vodka, served with a beer chaser Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal
- Hot Coffee - $3.75: Bottomless cup
- Cold Brew - $6
- Cream City Soda - $2.75: Cola, Diet Cola, Ginger Ale, Lemon-Lime, or Sour Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, TLC
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