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Comedy Cellar

117 MacDougal St, New York City, NY 10012
212/254-3480
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Ranked #21 of 460 nightlife in New York City
4.5 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
Type: Comedy Clubs, Theatres
Description: Greenwich Village comedy club.
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New York City, New York
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2012 NEW

We decided to go to the Comedy Cellar when my parents were visiting from Michigan and it was very fun. A few things make the Comedy Cellar stand out. First, the location is perfect for travelers since it is located in the heart of historic Greenwich Village. In addition to the location the talent was very professional, they seem to... More

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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012

This place was awesome! I heard about this place the week before I went to NYC, so made advance reservations for a Tuesday at 8pm for a group of 6. There was no prepay or anything (which worked out as only 5 of us ended up going). Only a $12 cover (plus 2 items) and we ate there, so dinner... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012

Comedy clubs in New York can really be a hit and miss proposition. Comedy Cellar has some of the best and funniest comics. The cover is reasonable and the two item minimum is ok.....expect to spend $45 a person for a weekend night show.

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Brookfield, Wisconsin
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27 reviews 27 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2012
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This place is legit. I go here everytime I come to New York. The cover is low and there's a 2 drink minimum, but who needs a reason to have a drink! Ardie Fuqua was hilarious we really enjoyed him. Plus you never know who is going to show up, there is always the potential for a famous comedian to... More

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Derby
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012 via mobile

Went to comedy cellar on Sunday evening 10pm show great experience with some excellent comediens - will definitely go back; cover charge 14 dollars with min 2 drinks purchase; overall good value

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26 reviews 26 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Having booked a month before our planned 7 nighter in the Big Apple we were not disappointed. We even arrived prior to our 10pm slot to eat above the club in the Olive Tree Café. Great food followed by great comedy simply wins every time when a good night out is needed. MC on the night (and every night) is... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2012

Special thanks to Tripadvisor & its advisors for listing this as the top comedy venue... Hubby & I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves & the food & drinks were reasonably priced too.

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Saint Louis MO
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2012

We attended a performance here during our most recent trip to NYC. Everything about it ROCKED. Calvin, the bouncer, was a DOLL and so helpful in terms of getting us on the standby list. (We did not have reservations.) We got in and saw a GREAT show. Honestly, these stand-up comics were much, much better than any I've seen on... More

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Newington, Connecticut
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2012

This little "hole in the wall" comedy club was so much fun! They have a great mix of comedians and kept the crowd lively. It's a tight place and they really pack people in but it's worth it for the show. The only draw back is that there is a ticket charge and a two drink (or food purchase) minimum... More

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Metairie, Louisiana
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

We went to the cellar last year and loved it. We went again this year and had a blast. Definitely high caliber comedians.

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