Such a great place! I've only been here a couple of times, but each visit has been a blast. I appreciate that it's overall pretty clean, including the restrooms. They have a bar and a few tables you can use, but your tab in that area doesn't apply in the show room. Depending on where you're seated, you could end up pretty close to another table. The last time I was here, we never recieved an entree we ordered - so we figured our server just forgot to ring it in. It turned out fine since we had a couple of appetizers to snack on. I guess it worked out in our favor, as we didn't have to worry about meeting the two item minimum per person! Shoutout to Janelle James (principle from Abbott Elementary) - she was HILARIOUS! read more

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I've been to Helium three times now. It's in the heart of downtown on Georgia Street. Arrive early if there's a concert or sporting event (which is likely as it's right next to Gainbridge Field-house, Lucas Oil and the Convention Center). You can sometimes find street parking or something at the Circle Center Mall. The venue doesn't seem new and very well maintained. Some of the chairs are falling apart and it doesn't seem super clean. It is a comedy club though so not exactly there for the ambiance. My first time was to see Comedienne Sarah Sherman, then my first ever Drag Brunch which was Wicked Themed and incredible. Last Sunday I saw the Heated Rivalry Drag Brunch and am strongly considering retuning for Y2K one next month. The service can be hit or miss. The way the food is presented is inconsistent. Sometimes you get mimosa served in a Bud Light bucket other times you get a carafe. I had food served in a plastic container while others had actual plates. The prices for food & drinks are reasonable but there is a 2 item minimum purchase per person in addition to the tickets. I was sad to have missed Michael Che recently but Kevin Smith who directed Mallrats, Clerks, Chasing Amy Dogma, Jay & Silent Bob etc will be there soon. They do get some pretty good talent at Helium. I'll be back to catch another show. read more

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There's no other place like the Helium in the city, where you can find local up-and-comers to SNL cast members. Their venue is split between two spaces, the main room and the upstairs. There is no elevator to the upper venue, so keep this in mind. The nearest parking is the Circle City Mall Blue Garage, which is usually affordable but they will often have event rates for it. Upon entry, they do a security and ID check, so make sure to bring a smaller bag and have everything else ready (keys out of pockets, ID in hand). I don't know for certain that they have a bag size limit but it makes security clearance smoother when you have a smaller bag. There is a bar in front of each venue where you can hang out before you're seated. There is a 2 item minimum for the showrooms and items ordered at the bars do not count towards this. If you don't want to order two items, I have heard they charge a $6 "non item" to meet this requirement for you. I think it's better to have the items anyway, because they have some good food there. My service can be hit or miss here, depending on the crowd size. However, my most recent visit was disappointing because we were the very first people in the main room and our server had not checked on us in over 30 minutes after we got our drinks, and then it was over 30 minutes again before we got our food. Like there were people who were already done with their food before we had a chance to order. The staff are always friendly though. I was just getting rather hangry about it. I'll definitely be back here eventually, but this is more of the occasional outing all costs considered. read more

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My friend and I came here for the first time and had a good time! We parked at the garage in the mall that connects to Helium. They do a small security check for ID and purses. They seat you first come, first serve unless you booked a reserved seat. We ended up with good seats. Our server was nice but very busy. They have a two item minimum once sat in the showroom so I got a Coke and a burger. The food was just ok. I wish the club let you take at least a few photos of the acts but they do not allow that. Overall it was a good experience read more

Helium is always fun and if you don't get a chance to go, you should. Attentive service and a good comedy club experience. They have a variety of food options for everyone with cozy seating. I always recommend this place! read more

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Now that Crackers has officially closed, I'm glad there is still a place downtown for comedy shows! Getting into the venue was MESSY. We arrived nearly an hour early and were still late getting inside. You will be waiting inside the mall, so at least it is indoors and you are not standing in the cold or the heat depending on the time of the year. Also, it was possible it was just a big headliner that caused the traffic issues? The will call process was literally a sheet of paper and was glacially slow. Hopefully they do more virtual tickets in the future. The food you order comes out quickly -- shout out to the kitchen! They are on top of their game. The food and drinks are overpriced, but understandably the business needs to charge a certain amount to stay afloat. If you are in the "upstairs" room, please note it is VERY cozy. If you are claustrophobic, it might not be for you. The front row was literally on stage. Also, the stairs to get to the upstairs room are slightly treacherous -- watch your step! read more

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Seriously this is a comedy club, but they still make some great drinks and some good bar food options. The people that work there are exceptional, tip them, and they bring in some great comedy! AJ Wilkerson was there this evening and man I thought I was going to pee my pants (older woman you know if you know). But just enjoy and laugh! Great venue that we have in downtown Indianapolis! Love you Helium Comedy Club, you keep being you!!!! read more

This has been the first time I've been to a stand up comedy show at Helium Comedy Club. I saw funnyman Mike Jones as an opener for Godfrey. The opener was absolutely funny. He connected well with the audience an the laughs came organically. Then there's the headliner. As I've enjoyed watching him act in the movie Soul Plane and listening to his podcast but I have never seen his standup. I would say that he's a required taste. He's an impersonator at best. (We didn't know that.) read more

I love this place! Top notch staff and performers. Easy to reserve tickets. Always have a great time. My advice is to order beer or a canned drink. The mixed drinks are not made well. At my last visit there were two guys talking loudly during the show and they were removed. I was grateful because the experience was being ruined for me as I couldn't hear the comedian. Good job staff. read more

Helium Comedy Club - View of stage from my seat. great! - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Helium is a pretty typical big comedy club experience. It's pretty soulless. But they will shell out the bucks to book some big acts, and you'll have a perfectly good time. I made the mistake of attending on a Saturday night late show. So the crowd was more than a little bit out of control and service was subpar. But if you want to see some big names, this is how you're going to get to do it. And it will get the job done. read more

My first visit here was to see Josh Johnson and even so I arrived around the time the doors opened, the line was forever long already. Wow. There check in was a bit on the slow side, with ALL tickets having to be found manually. Once I got my ticket, I checked in with the host, who decides where you get to sit and then someone escorts you to your table. Be aware that it's gonna be tight. Tiny tables and lots of people. Waitstaff came quickly once I was seated. And my order arrived very fast also. My Barbie cocktail was on the weak side, but still delicious. Be aware that any purchases at the bar do NOT count towards your 2 item minimum. I had ordered just the chips and salsa and also some queso with that. That was just meh as far as taste goes. Payment was easy and quick. The show however was spectacular, which is the main reason for my visit. read more

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Make sure to park in the parking garage near Georgia St. It was easy access to the venue. It was easy getting in. You're checked by security at the door. Provided with a wristband. We had decent seats. I was scared to be sitting up close. But it was worth it. The food was okay. The drinks could've been better. The bathroom was clean. The table was a little rocky so we asked the waitress to put coasters under the legs. I'd visit again. I had a great time. read more

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My husband and I bought tickets to see Quinn Dale on a Saturday night. This was our first time here. We had a blast!!! The place is cozy, with what looked like great seats no matter where you were. The servers were on point! I ordered a something Barbie drink that was really good along with the chicken sandwich & fries. My husband ordered the Philly and he said it was really good. We laughed the whole show, it was amazing! I can't wait to come back! read more

Helium Comedy Club - This was our view of the stage!! - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

You have a minimum drink and/or food requirement. If you order food, It has been prepared early and sits in a warmer for hours. The lettuce has wilted and the food is horrible. If you order a soda, you get no refills. I've attended twice and haven't been back since. These are the reasons why. read more

Good times! Pretzel bites not warm though. Drinks reasonably priced. Staff is always friendly. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Front door - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Upon entering into the venue, the vibe was great. I loved the decor and atmosphere that it gives. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. We ordered the Caesar Salad and the Mozzarella Cheese Sticks. The food was absolutely amazing! The salad was such a great portion for price and the cheese sticks were super cheesy!! Their drinks are very tasty and have a wide variety of options to choose from (they also sell non-alcoholic drinks). The comedian's are so so funny and gives you a great laugh! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting a good comedy night with great food/drinks and entertainment. For my first experience, this is gonna be hard to top! read more

Helium Comedy Club - Door entrance into club - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Love this place. this is a perfect date night spot. My husband and I will got to Tap District and then walk over to see a comedy show and have great drinks. read more

Drinks were phenomenal, the staff were great, the comedy was golden, and you get to experience that true comedy club feeling. The image of the Indy backdrop makes it unique and fitting for the city. The front lobby is inviting and has a bar as well. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Stage - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Came here for a night of laughs and left with sore cheeks (from laughing... mostly). Helium Comedy Club really knows how to set the mood--dark, intimate, and the perfect size venue where there's not a bad seat in the house. The staff was super friendly and efficient, even with a full crowd. Drinks came out quick, and while it's typical comedy club pricing, I didn't mind since the vibe was on point. They also have a decent little food menu if you're feeling snacky.. Whether it's a date night, girls' night, or you just need a little serotonin boost, Helium's the move. Already checking out the upcoming shows to plan my next visit. read more

Get ready to have abs of steel after laughing so hard at Helium! The set up of Helium is perfect for shows. Their seats are spacious and the tables aren't too close together like some other comedy clubs. Our waitress was very nice, but the service was slow. I know many people show up at different times which ends up clogging up the bar and kitchen. We ordered cocktails at the beginning of the show and beer in the middle. The beer was a little flat. Then we ordered fries in the middle of the show and they came out in less than 2 minutes and we're old and soft. I was disappointed that we just got the leftovers from the start of the show. The comedians were fantastic and did a great job entertaining! We will definitely be going back to see other shows! read more

Helium Comedy Club - Entrance to show area - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Open Mic Nights are great for a midweek laugh! You will obviously sometimes laugh more than others, however, the overall experience is definitely worth the $5 cover! Ever wonder what the beginning of your favorite comedian's career was like... this gives you a glimpse into how they got started and what it's like for them to try out new material. Enjoy the show, you never know... the next big star could be in your comedic line up! p.s. There is a two item minimum, but don't fret, the waitstaff is amazing and always ready with suggestions! My server was extra cool, she added Albanese gummy bears to my drink ;) read more

Helium Comedy Club - About to be entertained... photos/videos are not allowed during shows, sooo this is all the sneak peek you're going to get ;) - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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So this was my first time going with my partner, we went to go see Maddy Smith, I have never been to a comedy show before, but I have to say, I LOVED IT!! We weren't allowed to take pictures once the show started (which is understandable), but overall it was so fun! We got front row seats, we had their chicken tenders & fries & falafel. I will say, the chicken tenders & falafel were pretty dry, but it did not bother me as much as it's a comedy club, not a restaurant. I did wish they had more variety in their food choices as there is a mandatory 2 item per person minimum. It was such a chill vibe, we had a lot of fun, and we were super comfy, and enjoyed when the comedians picked on my partner. I would def. recommend and come back to enjoy the talent. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Falafel - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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This place was so much fun! We were attending something called Indiana's funniest. A Comedy competition of amateurs, Where we got to listen to about 10 or 11 comedians and then put them in order of how we thought they did. Three of them would then go on into the semi finals for an opportunity to win money. A great place - really nice and clean right there at Circle Center mall they weren't overly expensive and food was pretty decent for bar food. Service was really slow, but I would think it all happens at one time after they allow everybody to come in and take all their orders at the same time. We didn't get our food and drinks until probably halfway through the show. But it was good and we really had a great time, the crowd was fun and the comedy was good. Highly recommend if you're downtown Indianapolis and you want a nice evening of laughs. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Stage - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Our waitress was quick and obviously not trying to interrupt the show! She was great. The food was very mid-- the best i could say about the Philly cheesesteak was "not offensive" and the best my friend could say about the chicken strips is "frozen-- think amusement park food. But the fries? Dumpster." Information you NEED about the menu: the only soft drinks are Coke, Diet Coke, sprite, and lemonade. I have posted images of the prices. It was impossible to find this info online beforehand! The seats were super well organized and the venue was intimate and well run. Get there early! And You're not there for food... maybe stick to drinks & eat elsewhere! read more

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First time at Helium, the line getting in moved really quickly, i liked how organized seating was however the server... horriibleeee.. i understand being busy but its to the point you'd think it was his first night on a busy night. He brought someone else's drink, not once, not twice but three times.. I told him it was incorrect instead of grabbing the drink, he just walked away. The sampler? which is a favorite is not worth $25, no shade at all. the tenders are thin & overcooked, the mozzarella sticks are breading, the jalapeno poppers are made with red peppers? I had higher expectations for this experience. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Aries Spears - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Long story short you are forced to buy 2 items during the show food/drink which I can accept. The worst thing about this place is the food is awful. The worst food I have ever eaten at a bar/restaurant ever without exaggeration. It's the standard menu of bar food but imagine the quality of a middle school or kids baseball concession stand. Like even worse than high school, like at least there is food kind of quality. All microwaved but surely you reading this could microwave it better at home. When you order the burger, they don't ask how you want it cooked. Then I received the burger and it's the cheapest bun they could find with the cheapest single dry patty. No big deal if the burger costed like $5 but I think it costed $15 which is nuts. All of that would be ok if the show went well but it did not. The headliner comedian cancelled and they pretended like they notified us prior to the day but they didn't. The other comedians who were going to perform were stuck in traffic. The show started an hour after it was supposed to and again it would be no big deal if it was just an hour but it was an hour and a half because they require you to come 30 minutes early. Why put all these inconveniences on the audience if you guys offer a horrible product? read more

The place is cool, prices are expensive of course. Park in circle center- so much easier to get to the place. It would be nice if Helium gave parking vouchers to at least get a discount. Going downtown is so annoying and expensive so helping cut that cost might entice more people to come to this club. Just a thought! read more

I would highly suggest buying tickets at the box office when they go on sale, instead of purchasing the tickets online, the price per ticket is very different. I did not know this was an option, but now I do. Our server was overwhelmed and forgot many items we ordered for our group and drink orders. I would visit again for another comedy show, but would do things differently the next time! read more

the club was amazing, Craig was amazing but the security was hyper aggressive. I was called a cracker and smashed to the g and then antagonised by a hipster skinny white guy with a pedo stache. without his multiple black security he had them all mad at me for using terminology that is race and ethnic appropriation for me. I was physically assaulted for asking if I could please buy merch. the comedian was fun as always and the staff took everything way too seriously and used the fact that there is a drink minimum to their advantag. I'm gonna kill myself now so tell Craig I love him. read more

You will not be disappointed. It easy to by tickets, the times are good. The place is nice. Good for date night or overall fun. The food is ok and the servers come around often to check on you. read more

Oh my goodness the drinks are expensive!!! $104 for 4 drinks!!! When they ask if u want a single or a double, tip info... a double cost 2x the price!!! Overall the entertainment was awesome and the staff was friendly! Will definitely go back but I will get drunk before and get soda here;( Very clean restrooms and the venue was intimate! read more

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Attended the Thursday night show for Brad Miller. Great show. Friendly staff, who are very courteous. We ordered a pitcher of beer and cheese sticks. The beer was cold and refreshing. The cheese sticks had a very good flavor with a crisp outer breading but could have been a bit warmer since the cheese was still a little too firm and not melted. Still, it was an all around great experience as usual. read more

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My first time here to see Casey Rocket. The food was well priced and it was a sold out show. Our waitress was swamped but did a great job. I had the falafel bites which were AMAZING!!!! The pretzel bites were good, and the chicken tenders with fries were delicious. The falafel stole the show for food. Shared a table with some strangers but they were awesome and authentic fans like us. Great atmosphere and really no bad seats in the venue. read more

We had so much fun at Helium Comedy Club! It was really nice inside the theater and in the lounge. Facilities were very clean. All of the staff were really nice. We didn't try any food but saw what was being served around us and it looked pretty good. We got some drinks. I honestly thought the drinks were going to be more expensive. They were still on the pricier side but not outrageous. Between 2 people I'd expect to spend at least $50 to get your 2 item minimum per person. They have signs posted all around letting you know that drinks purchase before the show in the lounge do not count on your 2 item minimum. I just appreciated that this was made we'll known. We saw Godfrey and he was hilarious. read more

Helium Comedy Club - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Terrible experience! Way too many hecklers, the service was God awful. This is the second time I've been here, I will not return. Their management has zero control. I must admit, the security guards were very professional and courteous. I feel bad for them, there are FAR better comedy clubs in Indy, this is not the spot. read more

Had a great time at Helium Comedy Club! We were going to see Anthony Jeselnik and had general admission tickets. We got there an hour before the show started and a small line had already formed. We got be seated around 40 minutes before the show started. If you have general admission, you are a seated in the back level, but still such good seats and slightly elevated so no blockages to seeing the screen. The club workers will seat you at best available in the GA section. You can pay more for Reserved seating in the front and it is still based on when you arrive to get the beat seat in that front section. But GA seats were great, and I would just do GA again in the future. There is a two item minimum per person in the comedy club area once seated. So if you get a drink outside the club at the bar, it doesn't count! You have to get two items (food drink) inside the club. The chips and queso were pretty cheap and good! Chicken fingers and fries fairly average but tasty! A waiter comes around to your tables before and during the show. They cash you out before the show ends so you can leave right when it's over. I had really good service! read more

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A very fun and intimate venue to see comedians. It has a two item limit with attention staff and tasty drinks. They did not have a bag policy but they do metal detection for safety. read more

Came to see Rene Vaca and was worth the drive! The only hassle I had was parking.. being an out of towner - didn't know where I could go so I parked way out. Tickets were easy to pick up and the guys were very kind in showing me to my seat.. (I showed up 30 minutes late) but very kind and even then my spot was vacant! The only NEGATIVE were the greeters??? Or whomever they had at the entry 3 black people: a female and 2 males .. all on their phones providing poor service. She made me go all the way around the rope even since I was late and was the only one there lol in her hastily voice. Then the one younger black guy, followed me to the tix booth and asked if I came in by myself - to which he didn't like my answer and boldly called me a "mean ass female" and hollar back to the other coworkers - I corrected him sternly and went about my way. The tix gentleman didn't acknowledge the slight confrontation which was sad, but I don't expect much. Then at the end I wasn't allowed to leave and the one waiter firmly pushed me down in my seat to wait on my tab (only 2 waters , which he imposed on me.. but w/e) he cited he "will get to me shortly and that I have to pay. Obviously! Don't touch your patrons, after sitting one is looking to stand up and stretch their legs. Aside from the crude attitudes of some minor staff, the "no bad seating" was perfect and it felt 'homey' and welcoming. 4.1/5 will recommend. Please retrain and hire better staff. read more

I attended my first comedy show at helium tonight. First and foremost the show was amazing, the openers were hilarious, and the main event was even better. The one thing I will say that stood out to me was the management here. I accidentally bought tickets for the Friday show, and didn't even realize that was my brother's birthday and the management let me move it to Saturday. Well, I'm a server and my job scheduled me for Saturday so I reached out to the Helium management and let them know the issue, and first they responded so fast, second they let me move it to the Sunday show. I've always gone to Summit city Comedy Club, which is in Fort Wayne, so I thought I would give the helium club a try and I will be coming back! The only thing I thought maybe could've been a little bit better, was our server came around and took drink orders when we sat down, but then he didn't come back until last call, but I got my second drink, so it was okay! I posted this on Google as well, but I just wanted to make sure they saw how much I appreciate their management. I would definitely suggest to get the reserved seating, we were right in the first row. read more

On April 13,2024 my wife and I attended the 730pm show at the Helium with Maddy Smith being the headliner. Maddy Smight was absolutely freaking Hilarious! The host Nate Plus the two opening acts were such a good time. They were all so damn funny! We walked out of that place with our guts hurting from laughing so much! Two drink minimum no trouble because I drank through about 5 cocktails on the cocktail menu. I may or may not have been feeling a little extra good as we left but No harm/ No foul as our hotel was 5 minute walk. My wife's super power is getting us awesome seats and somehow we managed to get seats right up by the stage and every entertainer made a few comments to us. WE plan to do another weekend trip to do a Helium comedy show. Thanks for a GREAT Time! read more