I wrote some things I wish I hadn't written, but Yelp won't let me remove it, so instead I'll rate 5 stars as a way to edit. This app is trash and you should understand if you see this that anything you write here will be preserved, whether you made a mistake or for any other reason. Good luck, and again, sorry to Comet Tavern.
Andrew V.
actually extremely rude security and staff, which is so unfortunate considering their location on the hill ;( We showed up around 1:20am, and for some reason the security guard was holding the doors from inside to block us from entering. When the doors eventually opened as other people were leaving, we asked the security multiple times if they were closing early (closing on the door says 2am), and never received an answer. Shortly after when an employee came out to throw out some boxes, we kindly asked once again if they were closing early, initially received no answer, and then when they were looping back to the entrance they passed by us and mocked us saying "does it say we're closed? Have you tried walking f*cking in?" Before walking back in and having the security hold the door-- again. Another group was pleading about another person they got separated from before being locked out, which eventually lead to the security guard slamming the door outward and getting in her face and yelling at her to "f*ck off" and to stop knocking on the door. When someone nearby tried to tell them to back off, another security rushed out and started yelling the n-word at them and the situation began to escalate-- at which point my group and I walked away and visited the wonderful taco pop-up next door :) So, in short, would never recommend this place to anyone-- much less try to bring friends who are visiting town to this horrid place.
Jim Daniels
Good Lord what a den of hipper than thou wannabe cool kids. I stopped sizing up the people around me for their poseur emblems when I was in high school. Quintessential spot for the quintessential second rate city that thinks it's the ground zero of cool. Keep thinking you're awesome, Seattle!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Robert Smedley
Same food as the lounge nextdoor but no kids and faster service!
Lauren S.
This place is fantastic for brunch. While others wait to be seated next door at Lost Lake Cafe, I walk in, grab a table and put in my order off the List Lake Cafe menu. The food is tasty and the service is always top notch.
Emily M.
Honestly it's a great space, the music was great, and they have great seating. Unfortunately, the positives stop there. The bathroom was really dirty and one of the toilets didn't have a seat on it. My partner told me in the other bathroom, the toilet wouldn't flush and it was full of other people's... you get it. While I was in the bathroom my partner was taking a few deep breaths and closed his eyes and one of the bouncers came up and told him to keep his eyes open or he has to go. I understand they've probably had people pass out and had to deal with it but sheesh.
Juan Fajardo
Randomly decide who enters.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Bay C.
I've been here a number of times. Birthday celebrations, Halloween, New Years weekend, or just random occasions. Always had the best time. Crowd is very lively and it's not hard to get a drink (or five). You can relax at a booth and dance your bum off. However, the past few times have been a little wonky. Going in entrance one, I showed the bouncer my drivers license they nearly took it. I said absolutely not. Snatched it and ran to entrance two. The bouncer then proceeded to tell me I'm too drunk and that he spoke to the previous girl. I only had 2 vodka red bulls. That's still the driving limit. Very disappointed, Comet. Get a grip so we can have fun. I would recommend going to Sam's Tavern, Ozzies, Chas Chas, or making the trek to Ballard.
M F.
For 5th consecutive time, I got stopped and held by the entrance prior to entering despite the bar being so empty. What are the coincidence? Unless i am being stereotyped and discriminated based on how I look, what are the odds it happens to me just as I expected it to happen? Last it happen was on 03-02-2024 and I was hoping I won't get held by the entrance. It's like they're testing your patience so you end up going somewhere else. I will be recording my future visits and I have collected enough that this is happening purposely, i will be suing this bar.
Sara Jackson
Cool atmosphere of the old bar’s history, but the bartender could’ve been cooler to match the vibe. He was a stickler and wouldn't exchange my drink out when I didn’t like the first one he made me. Guess I hurt his feelings.
Continuation of an institution. Food is provided from the diner next door (Lost Lake), which dropped quality since the pandemic (Covid-19). Separate from the diner, the bar's booze pours and beer options are solid. Though it doesn't quite live up to the entity that was the original Comet, it's a solid happy hour and late night option for an old skool Capitol Hill dive bar vibe, which is currently a very short list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Food F.
Whatever is in the tap drinks, I am recovering from alcohol poisoning. Please look into nozzles or etc, make sure they're clean and no mold growing or etc. Other wise, it's a chill bar but please just make sure to check those things. & I only ordered one drink.
Nicholas A.
Very rude and unprofessional bouncers and staff; take your business elsewhere. I get bad vibes every time I'm near this place.
Seamus M. Mooney
Heavy pours.
Neko Nebula
They'll help themselves to tips on your card without consent
I wrote some things I wish I hadn't written, but Yelp won't let me remove it, so instead I'll rate 5 stars as a way to edit. This app is trash and you should understand if you see this that anything you write here will be preserved, whether you made a mistake or for any other reason. Good luck, and again, sorry to Comet Tavern.
actually extremely rude security and staff, which is so unfortunate considering their location on the hill ;( We showed up around 1:20am, and for some reason the security guard was holding the doors from inside to block us from entering. When the doors eventually opened as other people were leaving, we asked the security multiple times if they were closing early (closing on the door says 2am), and never received an answer. Shortly after when an employee came out to throw out some boxes, we kindly asked once again if they were closing early, initially received no answer, and then when they were looping back to the entrance they passed by us and mocked us saying "does it say we're closed? Have you tried walking f*cking in?" Before walking back in and having the security hold the door-- again. Another group was pleading about another person they got separated from before being locked out, which eventually lead to the security guard slamming the door outward and getting in her face and yelling at her to "f*ck off" and to stop knocking on the door. When someone nearby tried to tell them to back off, another security rushed out and started yelling the n-word at them and the situation began to escalate-- at which point my group and I walked away and visited the wonderful taco pop-up next door :) So, in short, would never recommend this place to anyone-- much less try to bring friends who are visiting town to this horrid place.
Good Lord what a den of hipper than thou wannabe cool kids. I stopped sizing up the people around me for their poseur emblems when I was in high school. Quintessential spot for the quintessential second rate city that thinks it's the ground zero of cool. Keep thinking you're awesome, Seattle!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Same food as the lounge nextdoor but no kids and faster service!
This place is fantastic for brunch. While others wait to be seated next door at Lost Lake Cafe, I walk in, grab a table and put in my order off the List Lake Cafe menu. The food is tasty and the service is always top notch.
Honestly it's a great space, the music was great, and they have great seating. Unfortunately, the positives stop there. The bathroom was really dirty and one of the toilets didn't have a seat on it. My partner told me in the other bathroom, the toilet wouldn't flush and it was full of other people's... you get it. While I was in the bathroom my partner was taking a few deep breaths and closed his eyes and one of the bouncers came up and told him to keep his eyes open or he has to go. I understand they've probably had people pass out and had to deal with it but sheesh.
Randomly decide who enters.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I've been here a number of times. Birthday celebrations, Halloween, New Years weekend, or just random occasions. Always had the best time. Crowd is very lively and it's not hard to get a drink (or five). You can relax at a booth and dance your bum off. However, the past few times have been a little wonky. Going in entrance one, I showed the bouncer my drivers license they nearly took it. I said absolutely not. Snatched it and ran to entrance two. The bouncer then proceeded to tell me I'm too drunk and that he spoke to the previous girl. I only had 2 vodka red bulls. That's still the driving limit. Very disappointed, Comet. Get a grip so we can have fun. I would recommend going to Sam's Tavern, Ozzies, Chas Chas, or making the trek to Ballard.
For 5th consecutive time, I got stopped and held by the entrance prior to entering despite the bar being so empty. What are the coincidence? Unless i am being stereotyped and discriminated based on how I look, what are the odds it happens to me just as I expected it to happen? Last it happen was on 03-02-2024 and I was hoping I won't get held by the entrance. It's like they're testing your patience so you end up going somewhere else. I will be recording my future visits and I have collected enough that this is happening purposely, i will be suing this bar.
Cool atmosphere of the old bar’s history, but the bartender could’ve been cooler to match the vibe. He was a stickler and wouldn't exchange my drink out when I didn’t like the first one he made me. Guess I hurt his feelings.
Service: 1
Restaurantji Recommends
Continuation of an institution. Food is provided from the diner next door (Lost Lake), which dropped quality since the pandemic (Covid-19). Separate from the diner, the bar's booze pours and beer options are solid. Though it doesn't quite live up to the entity that was the original Comet, it's a solid happy hour and late night option for an old skool Capitol Hill dive bar vibe, which is currently a very short list.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 4
Whatever is in the tap drinks, I am recovering from alcohol poisoning. Please look into nozzles or etc, make sure they're clean and no mold growing or etc. Other wise, it's a chill bar but please just make sure to check those things. & I only ordered one drink.
Very rude and unprofessional bouncers and staff; take your business elsewhere. I get bad vibes every time I'm near this place.
Heavy pours.
They'll help themselves to tips on your card without consent