I came to see the open mic show on Wednesday. My expectations weren't high, but I was wrong. The open mic show was run flawlessly with one comedian after another running 3 minute sets. The audience was very supportive and 95% were funny. read more

PSA: My latest experience is purely one thing. Comedian, great. Venue, nice. Ordered food and a $4.50 soda as their clearly stated 2 minimum required. Asked for a refill of my $4.50 soda. No refills. This isn't printed on the menu and the server claimed he told me when I ordered, but I listened as he took other orders, nope, also no disclaimer. So if you order a soda, ask for no ice and don't expect a refill. I know business is tough but so is living. read more

I took my Mom to a show at Goodnight's last night. It was my first time going there since they moved to the Village District a few years ago. OMG the new location is incredible! I'm so sorry that I didn't take pictures of the space! I was so blown away and living in the moment that I didn't even think about taking pictures. The entrance is on the ground level and there are stairs to get underground into the bar and comedy club. I was worried walking up when I saw only the stairs, but there is an elevator which is wonderful as my Mom is not super mobile. We rode the elevator down and it popped open right at the women's restroom which is perfect because that was going to be our first stop. From there we stopped at the box office will call and picked up our tickets. The will call is in the same room as their MASSIVE bar. We decided to sit at the bar to order a drink before getting in line for seating. The bar area is BEAUTIFUL! I was super impressed and honestly it would be my go-to all the time bar if I lived closer. Jamie was the bartender and she was amazing! She was friendly and welcoming and answered any questions we had. The bar has something for everyone with a variety of beers on tap, a variety of bottles and cans, THC drinks, an amazing cocktail menu, and a fully stocked liquor bar with skilled bartenders who can make anything. We had the pineapple jalapeño margaritas with Tajin on the rim. Absolutely amazing! We then got in line for seating. We were quickly seated and ordered another drink and food. There is a two item minimum per person in the showroom. Each person must order two items which can be a drink, an appetizer, a meal, or a bottle of water. This is a HUGE improvement from their old location which required each guest to order two drinks. Everything we ordered was wonderful!! I highly recommend their Southwest eggrolls. We each ordered a salad too and the salads were nice and fresh. The service was fast and our server was wonderful. I'm super impressed that they were able to get food and drinks to the entire showroom in such a timely manner! I'm really looking forward to more nights out at Goodnight's and can't believe it took me so long to visit their new spot. Seriously, bravo to all of their staff and their design team. Service was excellent and the whole place is beautiful! read more

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Food and beverage was normal for a comedy club - not fine dining but not horrible. The server comes around at the beginning, around the mid point, and at the end for the check, so be ready to order promptly. Our biggest complaint was the temperature in the venue. It was mid 90s outside, so most people were wearing light, summer clothing. It was way too cold inside for short sleeves, tanks, skirts, or shorts. The bar/ticket area felt like normal air conditioning but the actual venue with seating was several degrees cooler. read more

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Saw Akaash Singh at Goodnights and had a great time! It's recommended that you arrive no later than 30 minutes prior to the show; tbh we got there right at show time and it was fine. You have to bring your ID. Then, you tell the host inside how many people are in your party and they lead you to your table. They do have a 2-item minimum purchase rule. I got the Wild Child (Berry Syrup, Lemonade, Iced Tea), which was a bit too sweet for me, and the Iced Tea, which was better in terms of sweetness. Oh one annoying thing is I had no signal there at all weirdly, but they do have WiFi you can connect to. Located in Village District so lots of parking available. 9/10 would recommend! read more

Goodnights Comedy Club - Wild Child - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

service 13/10 Bella is so kind and fun! shows are always good and the food is pretty decent as well. Always a good night at goodnights :) read more

Love the comedy, but the food and building not so much. First it smells like mildew in this basement location, the last time it actually made me feel sick.. Second it was HOT in there last night. Even the comedian was complaining about it. And the food, why is it that comedy clubs can't ever get that right? They force you to buy the stuff then serve subpar grub. I guess when they are forcing you to buy it they don't have to worry about quality. read more

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I loved the sampler platters the Mediterranean one was so good!!! The only downside was when the show started I couldn't see all the food and there was so much left after the show was over. I love the seating and way this location has been set up! I haven't been in a long time (since they moved to the new location)! The service was good the staff was very attentive and kept checking in! read more

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Love this spot!! Bartenders and food staff are amazing!! Food was excellent. Great vibes read more

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We attended for the first time for Amber Autry's comedy show - WHAT A BALL! We had such a good time! The comedy space with intimate, high energy, and easy to navigate. I had my expectations low for service and food but I was happily mistaken! They had a robust menu for appetizers and entrees. I got a chicken Cesar salad wrap and it was surprisingly 10/10! The server was incredibly friendly, helpful, and attentive. I would go back just for that. We return in another month or two and we can't wait! Accessible bathroom and easy parking! read more

Goodnights Comedy Club - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great table service and excellent comedy line up! Every seat had a good view of the stage. I look forward to going back soon read more

Well done performances but for a $100 ticket I'd expect a clean bathroom at the bare minimum especially considering this was when we first arrived. read more

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We went and saw a really funny comedian! He was really good and I liked everything he had to say. It might be controversial to others but that's what comedy is right? It's the truth and everyone just laughs at it because we all know it's true. Anyhow, there was this really annoying lady with her husband there and she just gave off a very evil vibe, it was the same icky feeling and Terror just as like when my step mom's around. She actually kind of looks like her too which is creepy. The husband seemed unamused and thinking oh great here this B goes again starting trouble.. in which he was right.. or we all could tell was going to happen anyhow from her terrible attitude. In any case, the comedian went in on her because she started with him and she ultimately got up and left LOL it was amazing! The rest of the show was great and I can't wait to go back to see more comedians there again. read more

This is a food rating. The food here is definitely not worth the price. My Chicken Philly was on a thick, poor tasting bun. Fast food is more tasty and filling. But, you come here to laugh and be entertained. The food and drink is part of that fee. So food us below average, server was excellent and the laughs were great. read more

The comedy venue has a couple of rooms to accommodate guests and a nice bar area. We went to see Anthony Jeselnik over the weekend and had a great time. Staff was helpful and very organized. They also offered a variety of food and drinks during the show. The line up of comedians was very entertaining. Place was clean and there's plenty of parking in the area. read more

Service was horrible. Comedians were funny. I used to go to their old location near Irregardless. I felt like the service was better then. I doubt I will return unless there is someone I absolutely want to see. read more

Visited Goodnights Comedy Club for the first time last night to see Nicole Byer and will be going again next weekend. Parking was pretty easy as it's in The Village. Saturday nights can be really busy but since our show was at 9:30, it was fine. I purchased the reserved seats for a little more just to not have to worry about seating. I was really impressed with how close to the stage the reserved seats were, I wasn't expecting to be right at the stage. Picking up the tickets at the box office was easy and I'm glad we picked them up an hour before the show started so we didn't have to wait in line. The seats themselves were very simple and a little uncomfortable. For paying extra, they should have cushions or something. Acoustics were good and honestly, I don't think any seat inside would be terrible, even if you arrive late and get seats towards the back. The venue is small and intimate. There is a two item minimum per person. We ordered 3 beers and I also ordered a THC seltzer drink. Prices for beer was super reasonable. We didn't order any food, however. There is free wifi. They were giving away free merch if you texted a number. The texts weren't going through down in the basement of the comedy club so I think I missed that opportunity to win because of it. Otherwise, the wifi was good except for text messaging. Overall, this is a decent comedy club and I'll continue coming back for more laughs. read more

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Dylan Hazen was so good. He gave me good ice cream and a good tip for the ole bedroom. #goodguy

This was my first visit to the new location and I liked it. I still feel like the system of buying tickets online, going to pick them up at Will Call, then waiting in a line to be seated feels kind of silly and adds a sense of urgency to the whole process that just feels unnecessary in this day and age. I guess they're trying to make sure they have a packed house? The 2-item minimum also feels frustrating. I guess if you're a drinker and order both drinks at the beginning of the evening that would make sense, but ordering more during the show is distracting. The food is mediocre (FYI the boneless chicken bites are just tenders with sucky sweet sauce in them and no fries) and the tables are so small that getting a full dinner doesn't make sense- not to mention you are eating messy finger foods in a very dark room after the show starts. We shared a table with two (very nice) strangers but we all considered the size of the table before we ordered our food! I was really happy they have mocktails though. We live in Durham so we left our house an hour and 45 minutes before the show started, thinking surely we'd have time to grab food somewhere in The Village district (even Shake Shack, which is right upstairs). Instead we got there and had to get right in line. It was a fun time but just be aware of these minor annoyances. read more

Such a quaint comedy show location. This club is in a downstairs basement joined by an adjacent club room bar. They offer plenty of food, desserts and drinks along with some notable comedians from NYC to LA. What I enjoyed most about this club is being able to enjoy dinner before and walk over to the show. This made for a wonderful nighttime experience. read more

The comedy club is pretty large with I believe two stages. I saw Donnell Rawlings while here. The drink prices were decent and the food was okay, typical bar food. Before entering the rooms where the comedy is going to there a bar section in the middle which is nice if people want to grab a drink and socialize before taking a seat. read more

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It's a very intimate venue so there really isn't a bad seat. They had a required 2 item minimum for the show, so I bought a bottled water and a Caesar salad because I was getting dinner afterwards and wanted something light. The salad wasn't worth the price they charged. Skip eating light here and get the fried food and appetizers instead. My only complaint on the service was that I paid $4+ for the bottled water and it was 3/4 full by the end of the show. I was sitting at my table and the server grabbed it and threw it out without acknowledging me or asking if I was done. I would've liked to finish drinking my water. Other than that, the staff distributing tickets at the box office were very nice. The comedy club is located in a shopping center, but parking can be a little difficult to find since it's so busy. I recommend either getting dropped off or budget some extra time in your schedule to find a space. read more

First Visit and We Were Kicked Out Over a Policy Nobody Explained. $64 Later and We Never Even Saw the Show. This was my first time going to Goodnights Comedy Club with my mom, and it ended up being one of the worst customer service experiences we've had. We bought our tickets at the front expecting to simply sit down and enjoy the comedy show. The tickets alone were already around $64, so we thought that was all we needed to pay to attend the show. At no point during the ticket purchase did anyone clearly explain that there was a required two-drink or food minimum. After we sat down, staff started coming over to our table telling us we needed to order something. We politely told them we weren't hungry and didn't want drinks. Instead of simply explaining the policy respectfully, they kept coming back and pushing us to buy something anyway. Later the manager came over and kept insisting about the "two drink or food minimum." If a place has a rule like that, it should be clearly explained when people buy the tickets, especially for first-time customers who don't know the policies. Yes, there may have been signs somewhere, but important rules like that should be communicated clearly instead of repeatedly pressuring customers after they're already seated. The situation escalated for no good reason. They eventually brought over two large staff members and kicked us out, claiming we were being a "disturbance." That's honestly ridiculous because we were literally just sitting there. The only reason there was even an issue is because staff kept coming back to our table and pushing the same thing over and over. What made the situation even worse is that my mom wasn't refunded for the tickets after we were told to leave. So we paid for tickets, were pressured to spend even more money, got accused of being a disturbance, and then were kicked out without a refund. For first-time customers this experience felt extremely unprofessional and unfair. We came out expecting a simple night of comedy and instead left feeling frustrated, embarrassed, and disappointed. If management is reading this, I think the least that could be done is reviewing how this situation was handled and considering a refund for customers who were asked to leave without ever getting to enjoy the show. read more

Despite the quirky rules mentioned previously, the payoff was worth it. A great memory was made by meeting Ginger Billy after his stand up. BONUS #2 - Cool that an employee graciously used my cell to take pix and a vid of the comedian and me. BONUS #3 - I appreciate being seated next to the reserved section after paying for general admission. PRO TIP - Can get close up parking across the street read more

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It took about 45 min for my burger. It made it difficult because everyone at the table already had their food and were finished. The show had already started by the time food arrived. I don't think they had enough staff . But food was good and comedian, Misha was hilarious . Definitely recommend. read more

I bought tickets right from the place's website and then they refused to let me in. refused to refund me, refused to answer or assist me in any way. Avoid this place like the plague!!! I would give them 0 stars if I could read more

Great fun with friends and great drinks highly recommended and I'm a pirate momma alumni!

I attended Goodnights for the B.Simone STILL STANDING COMEDY TOUR 2024. I am impressed with Goodnight's space compared to stories I've heard about the previous space before the upgrades. The staff was amazing. When I picked up our tickets the staff told me we had the best seats in the house and we weren't disappointed. Three of us purchased reserved seats and we were at table 203 (second row) from the stage. Great views and listening overall and with the comedians as they engaged with the audience heavily. The opening comedians were hilarious. B. Simone gave us a great show! During the show, I ordered two cocktails the spiked Shirley Temple with Hendricks and the French75. Both were good but the bar should stop being so heavy-handed with the ice. Way too much ice! I would return for reserved seats only because at my mature age I don't do lines and the rigid first come first serve seats as this was a gamble for me. The line was treacherous for General admission (GA). As it was hot out the GA line extended up the stairs where all the heat from the opened doors was sitting. I recommend purchasing reserved if you dislike waiting in lines. The lounge area was a comfy wait in reasonable (cool) temperatures till everyone was seated and then reserved can go to their table. This was my vibe! Goodnights is now my favorite in the area. I look forward to returning one day soon. read more

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There are two drinks minimum. I wish they would just add the cost of two drinks to the cost of the ticket so the waiter would not interrupt every few minutes to get your order.causing you to miss punch lines . Also buying a ticket even if bought directly at the venue before the show causes a service charge . I find this practice decieving and misguiding . read more

I bought tickets 6 months before a show, and they weren't cheap. I was put in a seat next to the bathroom and was constantly annoyed by people coming out of the kitchen and going to the bathroom. I got there early and yet was seated in seats that were so awful I want my money back. The food is okay, but overpriced for what you get. They love their ambiance, but in reality it is pictures of the people who have been there before. I have enjoyed shows there before, but I will not be returning if I can at all help it. read more

Goodnights Comedy Club - The seats where I could barely see the stage or the performer. - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Great setting not a bad seat in that place. Food is delicious and they give you a lot. I had the sampler. Drinks are tasty they don't drown you with ice and wait staff check on you frequently. I will be back. read more

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Went on Oct a couod years ago on vacation to see family saw some horrible man named Simon Gibson. Good lord he was bad. Blamed the audience for not laughing at his crap jokes. I'm from LA. He supposedly is a comic from LA. Never heard of him. Ugggh. read more

Parking could potentially be far, so get here early. The place had a great atmosphere! Good customer service experience throughout. The bartender made a great drink. I guess the price could be better since you're already in for a show, but it wasn't awful. The sitting was perfect, but we were 2nd in line walking into the showroom. Nanutria was in spanish, and his comedy was hilarious. They serve you at the table and are attentive. We'll definitely go back for other shows. read more

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I've been going to Goodnights almost since I moved to North Carolina over 10 years ago. Sometimes alone, sometimes with family and friends. The original location was very cool and had multiple rooms. It could be cramped upstairs and the main showroom was always bustling. Then I went to their temporary space and it was way too big a room - but it was temporary. The new space left me a bit disappointed. It's located in a strip mall, and parking can be quite far away. You have to head down long concrete steps, then to the box office/bar, and finally into the showroom. The space itself has great acoustics and a good layout with a good view to the stage-- except for the servers walking through nonstop. I came to see the comedians, not the servers. Ticket prices for the show I attended were very high for the seat I had. The 2-item minimum is fine, but on top of the already high ticket pricing to have mediocre food to go with it, rushed service, plus the disrupted view, I will not be making this a stop unless a comedian I know well is coming to town and Durham, Charlotte or Greensboro are not options. read more

This cozy little club made seeing Kristen Key a wonderful experience. There is a two item minimum, but my wife and I easily went past that with our drink orders plus appetizers that we got. The service was great and the show was amazing. Can't wait to see more of my favorite comedians here. read more

The new Goodnight's location certainly lacks the charm and history of the old location. The upside is that it's very easy to find parking here compared to the old spot. It's also easy to grab something to eat after or before since it's located in whatever Cameron Village is called now. The Shake Shack being located right above doesn't hurt. I recently went to see Kevin Smith with my wife. They do the annoying comedy show venue thing of making you have a certain item order minimum, and seating you with randos. I get why they do this, even the comedy places in New York and LA do this, it just annoying. The food menu seems bigger than the old location, but it's still mostly fried foods for maybe slightly more than they would be. Kevin Smith was a wonderful comedic person to see and it was a fun night out with my wife. Its very nice to have a comedy club right here in Raleigh, but there's room for improvement. read more

Enjoyed a fun comedy show (Leah and Andrew Rudick) at Goodnights. I was so surprised to see the club was in the former thrift shop I had visited once a long while ago! Tried a gin drink they had on their cocktail list and it was tasty (my friend with me repeatedly commented that it smelled great too). read more

Goodnights Comedy Club - Leah Ridick, 2/9/2024 - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I visited Goodnights Comedy Club with my wife recently to see Shuler King. The venue itself is nice, but a little cramped for space due to the number of people who attended the show. Initially, it was hard for me to find the exact location as there was not a sign outside stating Goodnights Comedy Club. In fact, the only outside markings indicated that this was a ShakeShack. However, I saw numerous people walk inside and once you step in, you'll see a neon Goodnights sign over the steps leading downstairs. Maybe this I just did not see the sign outside??? Seating of the guests started 30 minutes before the show. Not an issue, but the waiting area is very small and the line to enter began backing up the stairs and moving outside quickly. If you had tickets, you waited in the line. If you did not have your tickets then you would go down the stairs and purchase/pick them up. Then you would have to go back up the stairs and wait at the end of the line. This process was not obvious to many people (including myself) who attended the show, but the security person at the door was very helpful in letting us know the process. Once inside, main stage area was more spacious than I thought it would be. There were plenty of seats. I saw some previous reviews about the seating being uncomfortable, but maybe it depended on where you were seated. I had a seat in front of the railing that separates the top and lower seating levels. It was like a long bench seat. No issues for me there. Visibility was great, I don't think there was a bad seat in the house, a nice cozy feel to the room. The person who took our food/drink order was personable and attentive. There is a two 'item' minimum order per person, which was not bad to me. This is similar to the Raleigh Improv. We got two chicken meals (finger/fries and boneless wings) and two bottles of water. The meals were a little higher priced than I was expecting, but not too bad though. The water was $4.50 a bottle. That was high. I was anticipating maybe $3/bottle. The chicken was ok, similar in quality to the frozen breaded chicken from the grocery store, though not on the level like you would get at Carolina Ale House / Chili's / Applebees, etc for a similar price. As for the show, the headliner was great as well as Shuler himself. No issues with hearing or seeing either one of them. Overall, we enjoyed the experience and would probably go again. I think next time though, we'd get there earlier and have desert and something to drink. read more

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First time here, we had the pleasure of seeing Zarna Garg. Moderate sized venue, there's a 2 drink minimum but not strictly enforced. Had reserved tickets and seated right at the stage. Great location in The Village if you want to grab a bite beforehand. read more

Food service was great, had a seat in the back with my lady enjoyed the evening. Adele Givens was there and she was funny as hell. She was on stage for at least an hour with the old school music. We'll definitely go back again to see her. read more