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Gotham Comedy Club
208 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011, United States
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Te
Review №1

Huge Comedy and Improve fan and WOW this talented group delivered! Very easy to book tickets and find venue! Easy Uber ride from any hotel in the City. From the doorman to the bartender my experience was over matched by the most equipped and friendly staff! Plus Fair priced tickets, drinks and overall clean venue! Must recommend and will definitely return. Thanks to have found this New York Gem!

Na
Review №2

One of the great comedy clubs in New York. Great venue, friendly staff, good prices. The check-in process is a bit of a mess with people registering their ticket and then everyone having to line up in the entrance before the show starts. Its a really small space so things get a bit hectic. Other than that its clean, they have great comedians and once youre in you can just chill and enjoy the show.

Jo
Review №3

The MC and Five comedians are surprisingly hilarious. The theater is intimate and cozy.Highly recommend for anyone who is into comedy. $20 dollars ticket. No pressure to get alcohol.

Mo
Review №4

Good fun comedy night. Tickets are super reasonable and we got a few big laughs. Id go again.

Da
Review №5

Had an amazing time. Great service, watched the comedy juice show and all four of us walked out with big smiles. Well worth the small cost.

Jo
Review №6

Had an amazing time. Had some issues with ordering from my phone, staff was patient and nice and walked me through it. Great location and went on new comic night do didnt have to spend a bunch of money. Good beer, wine, and liquor selection. Highlight of my trip.

Da
Review №7

I have been here only once with a group of friends, the place is huge and seats are comfortable. The food was good and the crowd were not noisy or overwhelming. Suddenly, Jerry Seinfeld walked in and gave a set, we were so happy and amazed. The other comics were great as well. The only thing worth mentioning is that the service is not as good as other places, it was slow, staff were not as friendly as you would expect as in other comedy clubs. Having said that, I would visit again but wouldn’t expect too much out of the staff.

Ma
Review №8

The food was awesome. Went to see Joey Coco Diaz.. had an awesome time the wait staff was excellent. The food was very good. All and all a really good time..

Ke
Review №9

So glad we visited here! We got to see Jim!! He was totally unexpected! There is a 2 drink minimum to be entertained and admission was only $15. We definitely had a much needed laugh here! Knew this was #1 on my list for first visit to the big city!!

Ga
Review №10

DO NOT BOTHER BUYING TICKETS ONLINE UNLESS YOURE SURE THE SHOW WILL BE SOLD OUT. OTHERWISE YOURE JUST SUBJECTING YOURSELF TO UNNECESSARY SERVICE FEES. I went on a Friday at 7pm to see Deon Cole and it wasnt too packed which was nice but early shows are usually like that. The ticket was $35 which is more expensive than normal but thats because they had a big headliner. Tickets normally start at $12 but it wont be a known comedian. For $15 the comedian is a little more known but its all really subjective. Now for a headlining comedian the prices actually start at $26 but the bigger the name the bigger the bucks. ALSO THERE IS ALWAYS A 2 ITEM MINIMUM. Anyway, I had a really great time and the waitresses and other staff were friendly and helpful. I only had a root beer which was $6 and it was gross lol. Not their fault. So I decided my second item would be a mug which was also $6 so I didnt waste money. Deon was HILARIOUS I highly recommend you go see him if you get a chance. The place is bigger and a lot more comfortable compared to the comedy cellar but I love them both.

No
Review №11

We had a great time. Never laughed so hard. Classy place. Cant wait to go back.

Ka
Review №12

Comedians were fantastic and super entertaining. Drinks were delicious but food was overpriced. The guacamole was not good as the portion is small and the chips are soft. Buffalo chicken was good and flavorful but sauce was not a good consistency. Expect to pay $36 on top of the ticket price for entry if buying food and drinks.

Mr
Review №13

In general the price per person is $26 which isnt bad for 1.5 hours of laughing. Theres also a 2 drink minimum which will forever annoy me since I nor my husband drink alcohol. Otherwise, its a pretty good value for 1.5 hours of entertainment. Definitely get your tickets in advance and experience this New York staple.

Co
Review №14

The comics were funny and there was a good selection of drinks to order. Theres also a nice seating area downstairs to hang out if you arrive early for a show. Both the seating area and actual theater were tightly packed with small tables and lots of chairs, but there was still enough room to be comfortable and see the stage clearly.

eS
Review №15

Super fun! Loved it. Piece of advise: if you are planning on going to a comedy show where the comedians make fun of people and cultures, and that offends you, please, just dont go. This is for open-minded people.I could see many peoples faces showing how uncomfortable they were with some depictions, that is really annoying. They portrayed me as Hispanic, and it was really fun, so, again, if you are sensible , please, dont go.

Pa
Review №16

All I can say is if you have any sense of humor you should make a point of going to a show here. Good service and comedy was really solid. The headliner had us laughing and wanting more!

Ma
Review №17

A cool place to enjoy a comedy show with your friends or family

Ri
Review №18

Excellent night, with some great line ups. The sound in the venue is great, along with a good selection of drinks. Although its a bit confusing to get seated....walk down one line to get your table number, then back out to join the queue to go in.

Da
Review №19

Good variety of comedians. Laid back and relaxed atmosphere.Be sure to arrive early for best seating

Et
Review №20

Great night out! Beautiful club, great line up, Excellent food and drinks.

A
Review №21

Great place! Well maintained facility with awesome service and great comedians. ‘Two drinks minimum’ as usual, but great choices to have an extra! Food is not bad, as well!

Ha
Review №22

We saw Ismo, and has great fun! Great table service and gifs food and drinks!

Ki
Review №23

I went to this place spontaneously, after visiting with my friend in New York. We went in and was placed on a standby list, got lucky and got seats for the 9pm show. The line up was great loved all of the comedians only one put of the four main acts was luke-warm. It was a great time, definitely recommend this place and will definitely be back when Im in my favourite city.

Au
Review №24

Very nice venues, great comedians. Table service can be improved - our server brought 2 different types of red wine, none of them being the one I had actually ordered. Would order beer next time.

Me
Review №25

Fun experience on our last night in NYC. The venue had ample seating and our server was really sweet.Before the show started, I was telling my friend how much I like Amy Schumer... Well, 45 minutes into the show, she dropped by unexpectedly. Hilarious, as always...and the other comedians were great, too!

Lu
Review №26

I had an awesome time there. Very funny comedians. The drinks were perfect and so was the fried chicken. Professional staff. I recommend this place!

Pr
Review №27

Top entertainment from start to finish. We really enjoyed the show. Great comedians and even a Hollywood actor/comedian performed when we were there. Friendly staff and quick service. Best show we have ever seen. I would defenetly recommend a show at Gotham.

Sh
Review №28

Visited from Sydney, Australia - we made a last minute decision to visit Gotham Comedy Club, hoping there would be tickets available at the door (the venue wasn’t packed so we needn’t have worried). Tickets were reasonably priced at only $15, drinks were pricey but we didn’t mind when the entry was so cheap. Imagine our surprise and delight when Jerry Seinfeld made a surprise appearance, giving a half hour performance a metre away from me! We couldn’t believe our luck!! All the other comedians we saw were funny too. A really memorable night and one of the highlights of our trip.

Ga
Review №29

We had a really fun time and were pleasantly surprised by some of the comics that we were not familiar with. The crowd was fun and the staff was very welcoming. Expect to get picked on by the comedians and just roll with it. Definitely has a New York comedy vibe, if that;s whats you are looking for.

Hi
Review №30

Loved the show! Gabriel Fluffy Iglesias was fantastic! The venue is great as always. Staff could be a little more attentive though.

Bu
Review №31

Street parking, easy to find paring as the meters stop charging right before the shows start.Nice and large place, lots of tables.Table service is real slow. We called the waitress and she told us she couldnt take our order cause was not her table!We waited for a waiter for 15 minutes to get to order but once we did it came out pretty quick.The comedians awe came to see were pretty great and it seems like that all up and coming as well as seasoned comedians performed here at one point.NII-TINI- sweet and fruity, yet strong. I really liked it , tasted like candy, almost like a gummy bear, it was perfect for me who loves sweet drinks.So I saw the weirdest thing. Ppl who came alone had to share tables... yet there were EMPTY tables around. I thought that was not a great way to have customers come back that is for sure. The 2 dudes that were sharing the table looked pretty uncomfortable with the situation.CHOCOLATE MUD CAKE- looked like a cheesecake and came with whipped cream. It was pretty food, but very sweet sp try to share it cause I could not finish it on my own.They have burgers and other finger food.overall the only reason I am giving a low score is that to me the service really needs to improved. the wait staff did not do a good job, they were not a team at all.

Me
Review №32

I had never been here, so I didn’t know what to expect. They have a pretty big main room.I went solo and actually that ended up being a good thing because the hostess gave me an awesome seat in the center close to the front. It made me a little nervous, but at least I wasn’t in the first row in the line of fire.Staff was very nice. There’s a two drink minimum.

Gr
Review №33

This is one of the best most famous comedy clubs in this part of the world. From Gotham comedy live TV to the best standup in the business. An amazing venue thats awesome for private functions.

ed
Review №34

Great time, good shows, food good, drinks good and everyone looks to have a great seat. Lots of big names have been on this stage. Great night out.

Ga
Review №35

Great comedy club with great shows. Some comedians were better than others but overall a very good experience.

Co
Review №36

Epic, Amazing, hilarious, LOVED watching Ian bagg just skewer the offended millenials in the crowd who seem to have totally forgotten that they actually paid money to hear jokes. Imagine that.

Mi
Review №37

Perfect standup venue. Saw Craig Robinson and actually got called up on stage and became part of the show. It was surreal. Random appearance by Jerry Seinfeld! One of the best nights of my life.

Br
Review №38

Laughed so hard I cried!! Also, the hostess is awesome and very accommodating. Was able to seat a couple of our friends with us even though it was last minute.

Da
Review №39

Awesome show, and some good drinks. Surprise comic at the end was a great end to the night.

St
Review №40

Visited the weekend before Christmas, was very crowded. Comedians were overall funny, drinks are priced reasonably. My one complaint is that if you go with only one person, theres a good chance youll need to share a table with strangers.

Br
Review №41

Went to see the Wali Collins Comedy Cup. Amazing show. Very intimate space. Its as if everyone is a part of the show. Great comedians! Food is good as well.

Da
Review №42

It was not bad. Before the show begin you were required to go downstairs where the two drink min did not apply. They posted it but be aware

Al
Review №43

My first time at a comedy club was at Gotham. It had a very good atmosphere and the artists were awesome. The only thing I did not like was the several times they asked if I wanted more drinks.

Br
Review №44

One of the best Comedy Clubs in NYC! The drinks are reasonably priced and pretty strong. The variety of comedians that Gotham have come to their establishment is awesome!

Sa
Review №45

Nice small venue. Good staff

Pe
Review №46

Nice place for laughs and smiles

Si
Review №47

A fun time with really good comedians. I forget how pricey drinks are in New York till I get one.... This venue was a lot of fun.

Mi
Review №48

Nice venue, great drinks. i love offensive comedy and when comedians took shots and our group and others, it was hilarious! however, one of our comedians did nothing but complain about how boring and awful our crowd was (some people werent showing much energy) and was overall super depressing and boring.

Ma
Review №49

Nice place, good ambiance, great food and drinks menu, lots of laughs.

Ne
Review №50

Pretty good. The line ups were up to my satisfaction.

Ka
Review №51

Really like this comedy club, usually great comics can be found here! Friendly staff, and Okima in the front that gives you your seats is always sweet, friendly and helpful!

Ma
Review №52

A real intimate ambiance. Discreet staff so you can focus on the comedians.

Ri
Review №53

Club was well kept, the MC was hilarious. One bad comic but otherwise a good evening.

Jo
Review №54

Great comics, service was fast. Had an awesome table.

Da
Review №55

Fantastic entertainment. Top comics perform here but they also do amateur night and other things like that. Definitely one of the top comedy clubs in the city. Went to go see a buddy of mine make his debut on Amateur Night.

Da
Review №56

I had an awesome night here! Great atmosphere, food was decent, service was slow but friendly (I feel they should’ve had more waitresses), comics were all pretty funny and then Jerry Seinfeld showed up. Amazing! Overall a great place to spend an evening. If I find myself in NYC again, I will definitely be back!

So
Review №57

Don’t leave NYC without visiting Gotham Comedy Club!

Ar
Review №58

This place is like no other and the experience has always been fantastic for me. I have never left disappointed and one of my favorite activities in New York. Highly recommend

Da
Review №59

Greatest night ever! We had two surprise comedian guests, Jim Gaffigan and Jerry Seinfeld. Being surprised by two of the best comedians ever is worthy of 5+ stars alone. Great staff, service and atmosphere! Even though I realize its not going to be common to get those types of guests regularly I still will return with the hopes of catching great surprise guests. Thank you for an unforgettable night!

Ma
Review №60

Old school comedy club that always has a great lineup of new and well known comedians.

An
Review №61

Nice spot for some good laughs :) The venue is setup nicely and the tickets are easy to book online.

St
Review №62

Great place, good drink selection, service was on point. Great MC and comics, Sarah Silverman was good and her follow up acts were even better. Easy to get in, was very clean and everything is affordable there. Awesome experience!

Sh
Review №63

Such a great venue! Not a bad seat in the house. The comedians are hilarious and the wait staff is great!

Se
Review №64

This club is unreal! Not only do they bring incredible acts and charge you no money for it, they have partnerships with legendary talent and allow them to crash sets. I just saw John Mulaney for $15!

Br
Review №65

Awesome show last night. The drink menu was a bit pricey but thats expected in the city. We had a surprise appearance of Jerry Seinfeld and George Wallace. Both great sets, George was hilarious. Will definitely come back for another show in the near future

An
Review №66

Nicest comedy club I have attended. Luxurious tables and seating (for a comedy club) and very attentive staff. We purchased a VIP package to see Orny Adams and it was more than worth it. Since drinks are at New York City prices, the price of the VIP package was not out of line (note that there is a two drink minimum). Size of the club is just right - big enough for a good crowd but still intimate, as comedy should be. Very different from a Las Vegas showroom. Highly recommended.

Pe
Review №67

Was running late by a few minutes but got there just in time to see the headliner take the stage. Staff and host were great and accommodating, $25 with a 2 drink minimum for a great seat in the house. Great environment, cozy, so comedian can engage and interact with the audience.

Da
Review №68

Without a doubt, the funniest club I have ever been to. I recommend Tuesday’s Comedy Juice night!

Ra
Review №69

Really enjoyed the Mixtape comedy show with Royale Watkins..the chicken strips were huge and not tasty. Space is a little tight but the show compensated. Overall fun

An
Review №70

Really nice club. Service was friendly, comedians were good, including some surprise (more famous) guest comedians. The only downside was the food - fries were soggy and cold, for example.

Sh
Review №71

Saw Josh Wolf here and he was amazing! Also saw the diversity show which was half amazing half ok but still memorable. Will deff return!

Da
Review №72

First time here and was a great experience. Was upstairs and room is perfect size with very friendly staff. Definitely come visit.

bh
Review №73

Gotham Brings the Best Comedians, We went to see Roy Jr. He was funny, and kept engaging. MC was also super nice. I recommend going early to get better seats. But its realitivy less busy.

Sh
Review №74

This was a great way to spend a Saturday night in NYC! Had an amazing time, couldn’t stop laughing. Would absolutely go back!

Ro
Review №75

Excellent is the best word to describe this comedy club, great entertainment good prices, clean , well organized. And funny as ever

Ma
Review №76

Lovely venue for comedy, and the comics were actually funny. The drinks and food were better than average for this venue. A great middle of the week thing to do.

So
Review №77

I was disappointed I had to share my very small table with another couple. There was no space for the food that was orded. The opening comedian was funnier than the main attraction. It was my birthday and I was expecting a lot better.

Ma
Review №78

The host was hilarious! He needs a full show, I’d pay for it. In addition, Orny Adam killed it! I had high expectations for him but he told us to lower them, and man, did that improve things for me. After lowering my standards, he exceeded my expectations.If you see his show, you’ll understand the joke above.

Jo
Review №79

From the moment we arrived we were well looked after and given great seats(we were early)The performers were diverse and natural and we laughed out loud for the whole 90mins. Well worth it. Reasonable bar prices and fabulous service.

Ma
Review №80

I cannot tell you how much we loved the Bring Her Mama comedy show at the Gotham Comedy Club. And I have to tell you, for starters, that we were not expecting much -- my wife and my two kids (8 and 12, grls). We got there early, ordered some drinks and guac--fare was just fine. The host comes ripping onto the stage (such as it was) and launched a show that was absolutely amazing...from his opening where he somehow engaged and interacted with kids in the audience to the final performer/comic, the show was a blast! Diverse, contemporary, and--best of all--of freakin able to be kid-appropriate and parent-friendly all all at the same time!!! WOW!

Ro
Review №81

A must go to if you live NYC comedy. As a performer, its a great venue. I love it.

Ch
Review №82

I particularly enjoy this club because you can go before the doors open and get your spot reserved, as opposed to waiting in line outside. The layout is great and I dont think theres a bad seat in the house. One of my favorite venues in the city.

Na
Review №83

Fun. Wish they had better food. You do have to share tables with strangers

Da
Review №84

Best comedy show I have seen in a long time. Train ride to NYC also a lot of fun.

Ro
Review №85

One of the go-to spots for standup. Two drink minimum.Surprise guests pop up to work on material. A haven for up-and-commers.

Sc
Review №86

We had a great night with some friends who were visiting from another country. Already a good show when Jerry Seinfeld got on stage and made it a night to remember forever!

Yi
Review №87

Had an amazing time! The comedians were good some of them not to my liking, but they were entertaining everyone. Would definitely recommend this for anyone who enjoys comedy.

Jo
Review №88

This was a great night out. If you have a chance to see Vicki Barbolak (former AGT star) in person, do it. She is hilarious and also really nice. She even recorded a video saying hello to my kids, who loved her on AGT. I wish I remember the name of the host too because he was also really funny.

fs
Review №89

This place and Comedy Cellar are my two favorite spots in NYC to go watch comedy -- theyre two distinctly different vibes. I come to Gotham Comedy Club when theres a specific comic Id like to see - its spacious, the food is pretty good, and you typically get an hour-long performance (versus ~15-minute spots from 6-7 different comics at Comedy Cellar).

Jo
Review №90

Great experience. The comedians were excellent but the bartender downstairs was super friendly. She was very cheerful and easy to get along with

Ja
Review №91

Good entertainment. Reasonably priced. Some of the up-and-coming comedians were very impressive.

Am
Review №92

Wow, what a great night. Went to see Carlos Mencia. Seats were great (a little hard) but no bad seats in the house. Drink options and apps/desserts were yummy and the staff really helped make it an enjoyable evening. Ill definitely be back for another hilarious show!!!

st
Review №93

Loved the atmosphere, staff and of course Bryan the Kid Callen.

Ve
Review №94

Its a great venue. Not a bad seat in the house unless you arrive late. The food is good. I had their burger and fries. The food is way better than Carolines!! The staff and servers are friendly, accommodating, and give excellent service. The drinks were okay. I think they use well liquor. I didnt feel it and got a headache (usually well liquor gives me headaches). Im definitely going back.w Tone Bell and Monroe Martin

An
Review №95

Big venue. Easy accessible to get into and to seat. Slow on getting us drinks. Mix tape comedy show was ok. Not too impressed with the comics. Nice that they offer food even though it is pricy.

Me
Review №96

Love the Chinese guy who did his standup comedy on how awesome Chinese people are!

Mo
Review №97

Good fun, nice, polite staff and great laughs. What else do you need?

El
Review №98

Laughed so hard I was crying. Great venue, strong drinks and good company. Will definitely be back!!!

Al
Review №99

I love this place but it drastically oversells when good names come in and the room gets real uncomfortable really quick. By that I mean, they really push it when it comes to stuffing, and I do mean stuffing the room with people. Staff is always on point, always nice, which is a huge plus and an unbelievable accomplishment considering the fact that working in a place where they can barely get around must be insanely maddening. But they do it! And I love and admire them for it. (The staff, not the organizers)

Ei
Review №100

Cool show with great comedians. Lasted longer than expected! Will come back!;)

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  • Address:208 W 23rd St, New York, NY 10011, United States
  • Site:http://gothamcomedyclub.com/
  • Phone:+1 212-367-9000
Categories
  • Comedy club
Highlights
  • Fast service:Yes
  • Great cocktails:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Alcohol:Yes
  • Beer:Yes
  • Cocktails:Yes
  • Food:Yes
  • Food at bar:Yes
  • Spirits:Yes
  • Wine:Yes
Atmosphere
  • Casual:Yes
  • Cosy:Yes
Crowd
  • Groups:Yes
  • Tourists:Yes
Planning
  • Accepts reservations:Yes
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