Wowow.. been to Greenwich Village a few times to eat all the different food like Mamoun's, Pommes…read moreFrites, Artichoke, etc etc over the years but I've never caught a show at the Comedy Cellar. I reserved a spot online to avoid the hassle of not making the cut at the standby line. As a party of 1, I sat with another party of 1 and she was there to see Usama Siddiquee as well. What a coincidence! 2 item minimum and phones are put in a puffy mailer bag that you have on you until the rest of the show. Their beef yakitori skewers were juicy and tender! My cucumber gin drink was refreshing and not too strong. Each comedian that went up did such a great job with various styles of humor and experiences to share. I wasn't expecting a drop in but Marcello Hernandez from SNL went up and did some new material. God.. I love good surprises. Usama closed out the night strong and I was incredibly pleased with the show. Not gonna lie.. it was kismet that I got to shake their hands after their sets since my table was by the exit door. Def an evening I'll never forget!

Listen, I don't have to say much about this place. It's a staple. It's legendary. It's iconic. Been…read morecoming here for years, and it's never once been a bad time. Founded back in 1982 in a basement on MacDougal Street, and it's stayed almost exactly what it's always been: low ceilings, brick walls, candlelit tables packed close enough together that you're basically eavesdropping on the next table over whether you want to or not. Godfrey is a regular here, and he never fails to make me split my sides. He's been holding down rooms at this club for the better part of three decades at this point, and it shows every single time. Then there's the actual reason people fly in from out of town for this place: the surprise drop-ins. I got lucky and caught Kevin Hart doing a full 45-minute set for my friends visiting from out of town, completely unannounced. That's the magic of this room. Chappelle, Chris Rock, Seinfeld, half the biggest names in comedy have all quietly walked through that door to work out new material in front of a crowd that has no idea who's about to walk on stage next. Food and drinks are great, though pricey. Doesn't matter. You're paying for the room and the possibility of a night like that, and I'd happily pay triple just for the ticket alone with no food or drink involved. Only real knock: the door guys aren't especially friendly, and if you land on their bad side, they will kick you out, so tread carefully there. You also lock your phone away in a pouch the second you walk in, which sounds annoying and is actually the best part of the whole system, since it means the room is actually watching the show instead of filming it. Service moves fast and you barely notice them working around you. Just make sure you order everything you'll need up front, once the room gets going, they don't want anyone breaking the flow to flag down a waiter. A true New York institution, and worth every dollar.

I essentially avoided these comedy clubs (and the bars around them) for my entire tenure living in…read moreNYC because I thought they'd be cheesy, tacky and touristy. But recently I kept seeing good comedy clips of Comedy Cellar on YT so decided what the hell, why not give it a try? Pro tips: - it is worth it. cover charge is not bad, you basically get to see 5-6 comedians. some nights are $25, but it was Sunday, so was $18. plus 2 drinks, so not an expensive night out. - definitely get a reservation. don't be those 20 people sadly standing in the standby section on the sidewalk, hoping to get an open spot. between the 3 jointly-owned clubs (incl Comedy Cellar & Fat Black Pussycat), they probably do 15 2-hour shows a night. You can always grab a resv for tomm, if tonight is full. - expect organization/chaos. they sort of have this down to a science. they line up the 200 people on the street out front, check ids, assign your table, get your phones into bags, etc. but once inside the system can break down a tad and long waits for drink service and your bill at the end, so be patient. - you will be forced to put your phone on silent and placed into a sealed pouch for the show. no exceptions. literally, your table # is written on the outside of the pouch. - be sure to check-in the minute you arrive, to get your pouch and then get in line (there is no one telling you this) - overall it's a fun time. comedians are talented, it's one of the best places in the country to see comedy and quite a NY experience.

pretty sure comedians hate Yelp but here I am. The operation, just from my first experience, was…read morelike watching a well-oiled machine at work. from the check-in to cashing out, they make it super straightforward and simple. Our waiter was great about checking in unobtrusively. the owner Noam should be commended for his level of customer service & the way he makes sure staff upholds it. Sets were killer, especially Ryan Hamilton, Yamaneika Saunders, and Lucas Zelnick. website is super informative and well organized so you have an idea of whose performing at each room + have an understanding of ground rules/menu offerings/etc. the line outside could use a biiit of work // clearer or larger signs because it was a bit chaotic to navigate with so many people but was chill once we found the Reservations line. hiiiighly recommend making one, btw. Ordered Passion & Heat cocktails + onion rings + a Stella. the onion rings were way better than I expected as was the cocktail.

We went to see Romeo and Juliet. I was laughing from the moment we walked into the theatre…read more Slapstick comedy - have an open mind! Great time and good service during the show for getting drinks. Plenty of restaurants nearby to eat before or after...

This was a fun show I purchased my tickets on Groupon. When I checked my credit card they charged…read moretheir own tip of $3.00 on one drink when I closed out my tab. Kinda shady.

Fun comedy night. You get to experience multiple comedian. I will definitely go again Try it you…read morewon't be disappointed

First thing's first...remember to make a reservation. Thankfully going on a dead cold Monday we…read morewere able to get in without one and thoroughly enjoyed the entire night's showcase of comedians. Best part of the show was the host. He did a great job of warming things up to start and really connected well with the audience. Certainly be prepared to be called out for some good laughs as he pretty much had a great joke on everyone there. The comedians were from all over the country and from very different backgrounds of life. This place is great for any occasion at any time of the week with coworkers, couples, or big groups of friends. There was even one guy there who went alone (and was obviously was picked on by the host for that very reason). I will say the 2 drink minimum that everyone complains about isn't that bad. Typical price for NYC but certainly nothing special. Flavored margaritas (mango and blood orange) were a bit sugary. I would recommend sticking to something basic here. The only buzzkill was the random $10 service charge, which we didn't see noted anywhere like the 2 drink minimum notices everywhere but maybe we didn't looking hard enough. Nonetheless, we had a great time and will be back for more laughs!

I'm wondering if the sound system is set by the venue, or if the show's producers exert control…read more Here's why I ask, and also my quandary in awarding stars: the storyline of our show was pretty much relayed by song. But the sound was so loud, what they sang was garbled, making it difficult to understand and follow. "Do you get this?" I asked my friend. "I can't make out what they're saying!" she responded. So -- very unlike me -- we left during intermission. I don't want to malign the show. The script (from what I gathered) was clever and the performers, talented. The theater itself is a nice, informal off-Broadway venue: a bar in the lobby, comfortable seating with good views throughout. I'll give Asylum another try. I've noticed they feature some interesting productions. (I'm sorry I missed "Naked Magicians.") But for last night's experience, a regrettable three stars.

Enjoyed seeing Spirit of the Game there. Fun musical about Ultimate frisbee. Good staff and a…read morewell-designed venue.

We reserved for a table for 8 ahead of time for an 8PM showing and the minimum spend per person was…read more$40/person due to the size of the party. There were quite a bit of options on the menu and given the minimum spend, we were able to try a little bit of everything. Overall, the food did not disappoint at all and was exactly as expected. The popcorn chicken and crispy brussel sprouts were my standouts! I recommend getting there early so you can order while you can still see the menu since it does get quite dark once the show starts and it gets a bit more challenging to communicate with the waiters during the show. While stand up comedy isn't normally my cup of tea, I still enjoyed my time here!

The crispy pork belly was to die for especially with the jam. Savory sweet combo was great! Also…read morehad the A5 steak bruschetta which was decent, the steak au juu definitely helped. Had the margarita pizza which was mid. Vodka Fra Diavola was 8 out of 10. The service was fantastic. They catered to every need and they got us ready for the show right away. Ambience was vibes. Music was really good and the comedy show special was hilarious.

This show was not very funny, pretty crass in parts, and just overall silly. It's supposed to be…read moregay friendly yet none of the people she called up on stage were gay. It just isn't that clever of a show. Simulating head at the end with a banana was ridiculously juvenile. Save your money!

This could be a life-changing experience for the uninitiated. Dr. Alex is simply a stunning MC. Her…read moreand her talented crew have put together a raucous event that is non-stop from beginning to end. In a word, "fun". In a few words "an inclusive, often barrier-breaking experience." Your choice if you buy a ticket in the "participant" section (or) not but being close to the stage feels like riding very sexy roller-coaster. Perfect for a date night, for those couples that are looking to spice things up, and if you're single like me, also plenty of room to explore and make new friends. Highly recommend!!

This will be one of the most unique experiences of your life! To preface it, Batsu means…read more"punishment" and this is a comedy show based off Japanese game shows. It's very high energy with crowd involvement (but only if you sign up, so don't worry about being randomly called up). Prepare for some raunchy, cringy, and NSFW punishments that kept us entertained the entire time. It's a great experience for celebrations, especially for big groups or date nights. The show is $45pp or $75pp for VIP, which includes a headband and random sake shots. I came here for a friend's birthday celebration, which was a grand ol' time! Our group got the Sushi Boat ($111) that comes with 4 nigiris, 12 sashimi, and 4 rolls. We also ordered the Tokyo Hot Fries ($10), which were seasoned so well --these were addicting! The same seasoning was also used for the 10pcs Fried Chicken ($22), so also loved that. The Pork Gyozas ($9) were pretty standard though. Alongside we had sake, beer and cocktails. All was a fun time with lots of drinking and laughter.

I was skeptical about this show, but I ended up trusting my friend's judgement. Tickets are half…read moreoff for Tuesday and Wednesday shows...so a good way to "test" out this event. The improv was engaging, and audiences are encouraged to participate. The performers were very talented and provided great value entertainment-wise. The food was average, though it did satisfy our hunger. But you don't come here for the food. Bring some friends and have a great laugh!

So many brilliant minds have crossed this stage, an honor to have been here…read more We got to see: WIL SYLVINCE, BRIAN SCOTT MCFADDEN, DWAYNE PERKINS OPHIRA EISENBERG and KEVIN DOMBROWSKI hosted. Food is bar food, two item minimum, ambience is that of an OG comedy club. Needed this moment at this point in time. As hard as it was to laugh, they each got me to do it. Much love to all brave enough and committed to making sure we laugh at all times.

Went to see Godfrey this week! Very organized getting in. The have staff waiting to take you to…read moreyour seat after you check in. A lot of seating is cushioned and benches. It can be a little tight but you get to know your neighbors quickly. I was happy that they had Flower Power, IPA. My friends ordered wings and tenders, they weren't impressed. They said it's just bar food. That's sad, because I have had great bar food. But I would definitely return to this venue for comedy and drinks!

Only Comedy Club on the Upper West Side that offers the best comedians in an upscale environment…read morewith a full dinner menu. Great any night, date night, night out with friends, or more. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a good laugh and a good meal.

Couldn't have asked for a better way to celebrate my birthday. it had hilarious comedy, great food,…read moreand an incredible team who made the whole night feel special. One of those NYC nights I'll remember for a long time! A big thanks to the staff, especially Gina!