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, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, keto, low-carb, gluten-free, sugar-free, pescatarian, plant-based, mediterranean, whole30, paleo, diabetic, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, weight-watchers, clean-eating, dash-sodium-reduced, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, carnivore, low-fodmap, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, pegan, candida, lectin-free
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
- Rocket Platter - $16: One pancake, two farm eggs, two strips of bacon, hashbrowns Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggs Any Way You Like - $12: Two farm eggs, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Denver Omelette - $15: Three farm egg omelette with bell pepper, ham, onion, cheddar, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Tofu Scramble - $13: Scramble of tofu, veggie sausage, bell pepper, artichoke hearts marinated in chili flakes, spinach, with side of hashbrowns, & choice of toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Meatloaf Hash - $16: Griddled meatloaf with hashbrowns, topped with American cheese & two sunny eggs, with rye toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken & Waffle - $14: Fried chicken thigh, house-made waffle, topped with curled scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Biscuits & Gravy - $16: House-made biscuits, sausage gravy, two farm eggs, topped with chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Pork Belly & Grits - $17: Sunny farm egg, crispy pork belly, cheddar grits, Red Eye gravy, topped with chives Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Classic Pancakes - One - $7: Served with butter & maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Classic Pancakes - Two - $12: Served with butter & maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Fruit Fetish - $14: Honey-Nut Granola, yogurt, fresh berries, topped with Wisconsin honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- From-Scratch Biscuit & Jam - $5: House-made biscuit served with butter & house-made jam Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Everything Bagel - $6: Toasted, served with whipped herb cream cheese Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Spinach Artichoke Dip - $13: Artichokes, spinach, parmesan, cream cheese. Served with crostinis Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Hummus - $10: House-made hummus, crispy chickpeas, pickled veggies, tapenade. Served with toasted pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Dip - $10: House-made buffalo cauliflower dip, topped with crumbled vegan cheese, chives. Served with fried flatbread Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Comet Poutine - $17: French fries, pork belly, Wisconsin cheese curds, beer gravy, scallions Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Plate of Fries - $6: Classic fries served with chipotle mayo Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Vegan Chili Cheese Fries - $16: French fries topped with Comet’s veggie chili, cheese sauce, green onion Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol
- Cheesy Potatoes - $9: Chive mashed potatoes, cheese curds, cheddar cheese, broiled, topped with green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tomato Soup - Cup - $5: House-made topped with chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Tomato Soup - Bowl - $8: House-made topped with chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Veggie Chili - Cup - $5: Comet’s signature blend of peppers and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Veggie Chili - Bowl - $8: Comet’s signature blend of peppers and spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb
- Seasonal Salad - $15: Spring mix, arugula, roasted corn, onion, poblano, cilantro, cherry tomato, cilantro crema, pepitas, cojita cheese Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad - $15: Romaine lettuce, house-made croutons, pepperoncini, Parmesan, tossed with Caesar dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- House Salad - Small - $7: Greens, shaved carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- House Salad - Large - $12: Greens, shaved carrots, cherry tomato, cucumber Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Pegan, Candida
- Big Luck Burger - $18: Two smashed beef patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, house-made pickles, 1000 Island, on a sesame seed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fried Chicken Sammie - $17: Hand-breaded fried chicken, house pickles, mayo, lettuce, tomato, on a sesame seed bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Comet Club - $17: Turkey, ham, bacon, cheddar, pickled red onion, lettuce, tomato, cilantro crema, on toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Leghorn - $16: Pulled chicken, house-made apricot jam, herbed cream cheese, iceberg lettuce, cucumbers, pickled red onion, on toasted sourdough Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Reuben - $16: Slow-cooked corned beef, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, 1000 Island, grilled on salted rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- B.E.L.T. - $16: Sunny farm egg, pork belly, lettuce, tomato, chipotle mayo, on a sesame seed bun, with side of hashbrowns Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free
- Patty Dijonnaise - $17: Two smashed beef patties, American cheese, house-made pickles, beer onions, dijonnaise, on salted rye Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Jake the Steak - $16: Roast beef, roasted garlic miso mayo, balsamic caramelized onion, arugula, roasted mushrooms, provolone cheese, broiled on a hoagie Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- The Cheesy Tomato - $14: Provolone & mozzarella, tomatoes, lettuce, red onion, mayo, herbs, broiled on a hoagie Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Artichoke Melt - $16: Artichoke hearts marinated in chili flakes, provolone, red onion, spinach, mayo, herbs, broiled on hoagie bun Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Vegan Shawarma - $16: Marinated oyster mushrooms, tapenade, lettuce, marinated tomato, cucumber dill sauce, on a warm pita Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chopped Cheese & Beef - $17: Roast beef, bell peppers, mushrooms, provolone, American cheese, chipotle mayo, on a hoagie bun Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Grilled Cheese + Tomato Soup - $15: Provolone, mozzarella & American cheeses on sourdough, with a cup of house-made tomato soup & fries Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Commuter Sandwich - $15: Two scrambled farm eggs, cheddar cheese, on a croissant, with side of hashbrowns Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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, Nut-Free
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber
- The Stendler - $17: Slow-cooked corned beef, scrambled farm eggs, hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with Sriracha Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- 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 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Mac & Cheese - $16: Classic creamy mac & cheese, covered with even MORE cheese, broiled, & topped with green onion Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- 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: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Mayo-Clinic
- Chicken A La Comet - $16: House-made biscuit topped with pulled chicken, white gravy, mushrooms, red & poblano peppers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Chicken Strips - $16: Hand-breaded fried chicken tenders, choice of BBQ or Buffalo dipping sauce, with side of fries & ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Vegan Wings - $16: House-made seitan, battered & fried, tossed in choice of BBQ or Buffalo sauce, with side of fries & ranch Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Friday Fish Fry - $18: Beer-battered fish served with French fries, fresh slaw, lemon, house-made tartar sauce, rye toast Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Toast - $3: Sourdough or Rye Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
- House-Made Jam - $1
- Hashbrowns - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Single Egg - $3 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Bacon - $2 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Ham - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Corned Beef - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Sausage - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Vegan Sausage - $4 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Cholesterol
- Pork Belly - $5 Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Carnivore, Lectin-Free
- Fruit Cup - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Weight-Watchers, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic, Pegan
- Mashed Potatoes & Gravy - $4: Mixed with bacon, chives, sour cream, topped with house-made beer gravy Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Cheddar Grits - $4 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Fresh Pie Slice - $9: Made-from-scratch and delivered daily from Honeypie Bakeshop Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- 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
- Space Truckin’ - $12: Hibiscus infused Ilegal Joven Mezcal, Pineapple Amaro, House Spiced Syrup, Lime
- Comet Old Fashioned - $10: Central Standard Brandy, House Tart Cherry Syrup, Lemon-Lime Soda, Angostura Bitters
- Classic Comet Bloody Mary - $11: Wheatley Vodka, served with a beer chaser
- Hot Coffee - $3.75: Bottomless cup
- Cold Brew - $6
- Cream City Soda - $2.75: Cola, Diet Cola, Ginger Ale, Lemon-Lime, or Sour