The Ride or Die Oregon Trail event was so much fun! I came with a group of 4. The hosts are super funny and there are tons of interactive games where you get up and make/drink/do things. I never even played Oregon Trail growing up, but I still had a great time and highly recommend this event. The beer selection was also good (we got pitchers at a time for a better deal) and they have light snacks and pizza too. read more

Caveat is literally my favorite place to hang out in NYC. I have never been to a bad show there. VERSUS, their monthly goofy debate show is my personal fave read more

I went here last night for a live show of an awesome podcast, Family Ghosts. It was $15 for the event and you can buy popcorn and other snacks once there. They also have a ton of different spices that you can put on your popcorn, which is fun. They have a great lighting and sound setup here. It's in a basement, which made it feel like kind of a fun secret. After looking at their website after the event, it seems like they have a lot of other cool shows that I hope to check out at some point in the future. The venue's brand seems to be like "intellectual nightlife", and I haven't encountered anything else like it in NY. They have a TON of shows (multiple shows every night), so check one out sometime! read more

So glad I discovered Caveat! There's something amazing happening here pretty much any night of the week. It's a welcoming space that's perfect for newcomers to NY who want to check out what up-and-coming artists and comedians are doing. The shows are always on point, with some of the most original, smart performers in town. It's a basement space so there's also a fun clubhouse-y vibe, and it's right near some excellent ramen spots for pre- or post-show goodness. read more

Caveat has uniquely intelligent acts ranging from comedy to drama to music to conversations, and more. The crowd has a lot of science faculty, grad students, and other genuinely interesting and smart folks. I've been twice just out of curiosity, and I was blown away both times. They're basing the type of programming on something from London that intertwining science and comedy. I've never seen anything like it in the US, and I think it's the best UK import since Monty Python. read more

Attended Christie Aschwanden's event for her book "Good to Go"--my first time at Caveat. And I love the place. Great seating, sound, and bar. Like dinner theater, without the dinner or theater. (They'd do well to serve a full menu.) And their lineup is so eclectic and cool. I'll be back. read more

I just performed there for a private party. A wonderful venue with perfect sight lines and great sound. General Manager Anne is a positive delight to work with. read more

I'm a huge fan. I went for an adult science fair which was really interesting and fun. I stayed for the Planet Earth (the greatest show in the world) drinking game. Also very fun. I often look for something a little different instead of just plain old happy hour and this was a great find. I look forward to going back. read more

Cool venue for smart shows. Tables and a gallery area that's all open seating. Typically cover but they have good acts and some small snacks and pizza and beer and wine only. Free WiFi is fine as satay is spotty downstairs. Beer list is better than I expected a few good bottles/cans for IPA but expect to pay $9-12 per pint. Have about 10 on draft that again are steep considering you're paying cover but have a style for everyone. Solid venue and fun nigh overall. Caveat is in great location and is a great way to experience New York as a guest. read more

I went to an Oscar Party there tonight. It was sold out but they let me in for free standing room. I was at the bar and the whole place was very crowded. The place must hold a few hundred and I was impressed that it was much nicer than I expected. During commercial breaks they had brief entertainment on stage. I only stayed an hour but what a nice thing to stumble on! Reason for 4 rating, not 5 is because they weren't cleaning the bar really. The bartenders didn't mind serving trays laying around or whatever. When I gave them my garbage from the popcorn I bought, I was told the garbage was on the other side. I am tipping them! It's a minor thing but it still existed. Overall it seems like a fun place with a nice crowd. read more

Must see in the East Village. Been going to Caveat since it's opened and have a great time every time. Great place to go for a weeknight date night. I've liked all shows except maybe one or two. There's something for everyone at this venue so be sure to find which shows interest you. Favorites for me are MSG and Encyclopedia Comedia. read more

Whenever I'm looking for something interesting to do on any given night, my go-to is to look up what's going on at Caveat. I've been to dozens of shows there over the years (the people working the door have started to recognize me), and it's consistently amazing. I always tell all my friends about Caveat and encourage them to go. It's truly one of my favorite places in NYC! read more

Really great space for nerdy entertainment. Love the idea. I'm docking a star because virtually every single audience member and wait staff were white (of around 100-150 ppl total I'm guessing). As a white person, it was so white in there it made ME uncomfortable. Not sure what the issue is but I would urge the proprieter to bring on a more diverse staff and reach out to attract a more diverse audience. If I come back and its different, I'll add a star, if same, I'll remove another. read more

This uniquely formidable venue is quite a significant boon to the level of discourse in this neck of the woods. Outside, its sign, 21A Clinton St, belies the carefully designed tables and chairs that allow more people to hear the performers than the classic table and chair layout of many spots. More people receive more knowledge which is good for all of us. It's almost enough to attract the opposing force of Trump Tower-LES. read more

Caveat is a fantastic NYC space. Always good vibes, great shows, and lively audiences.

Really cool space to do something more interesting than just go out to the bar. The ambiance was really cool inside with good music and a decent beer and snack selection. Ticket prices were very fair and the content for the evening was very stimulating. I attended Flash Forward's live show on November 4th. We need more spaces like this. read more

I was very excited to go see the Reductress show at Caveat. Before going to the show, I did my research: I looked at the Reductress Facebook event AND at Caveat's website to see details, including if it is a 21+ club. I saw no such indication. However, when I arrived at Caveat (after a 2 hour journey that cost me $30 in addition to the $12 tickets) they refused to admit me because it is a 21+ venue. (For clarity, we are sophomores in college, not children.) The manager insisted that the information is on the "about" page, which is actually just individual bios about the Caveat team. When I offered to pay for non-alcoholic drinks or food to cover the same cost, they simply refused. I am extremely disappointed in Caveat's unforgiving policy, especially in light of the fact that it was nowhere on the website. They lost my business, my money, and my respect. read more

My friend and I bought tickets to see the Reductress comedy show, which we were very excited about. However, when we got there, they told us the club was 21+ and that we could not attend (we're 19). We checked in advance to make sure the venue was in fact not a 21+ venue. Nowhere on their website did they state that the club was 21+ and it also didn't say it on the Facebook event. Both the person at the door and the manager were not accommodating or understanding, even when we offered to pay for food or drinks for any cover charge. The manager was insistent that the information was on their website when it was clearly not. We traveled over two hours to come to the event only to be turned away. Very upsetting experience. The night was supposed to be filled with laughter, but all I got was bitter resentment. read more

I love this place. The shows are great, the drinks are good and affordable and the popcorn bar is amazing.

This place is amazing! I love the decour and set up. The programming is great. I've seen hip hop anime shows, North Coast, the DaF festival, and a few podcast tapings. My favorite bar in NYC right now. read more

A really fun alternative when you want to go out for the night and do more than just drink. I went to a show called 'Encyclopedia Commedia' where the focus is on acts relevant to a specific section of the encyclopedia. The performers were a bit of a hit or miss - some were really great while some were just not fun. However for the cover & drink prices, still worth it. I will be going back for sure. read more

LOVE THIS PLACE. It's everything I never knew I wanted. So many fun, creative events. Sometimes the show will be not quite what I expected or wanted but I never regret going. read more

Stopped by for an early evening show -- a science podcast being produced live. Space felt spacious. Stimulating conversation. Nice beer choices and flatbread with curry sauce bar food. I'm from out of town, and we've got nothing like it at home -- this is the kind of place that makes me wish we lived in the big city. read more