Comic Strip Live on the Upper East Side offers an escape from the "what should we do tonight" blues. It's always great when someone makes you laugh. Unfortunately, the $20 cover + 2 drink... More

Comic Strip Live on the Upper East Side offers an escape from the "what should we do tonight" blues. It's always great when someone makes you laugh. Unfortunately, the $20 cover + 2 drink minimum might not leave you so happy, search for deals - their website www.comicstriplive.com offers promotional ticket prices, making the evening a big more affordable. Arrive at least 30 minutes prior to show time. Sure, you'll be waiting a while, but at least you'll have good seats. We sat in the middle and were greatly distracted by the folks behind us gabbing away during the show. Of course, it didn't help that one of the comics was more weird than funny, but 2 of the 4 performers were excellent.
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This place is fine if you like standup. You never know what you might get. There is a cover plus a two drink minimum, so it's not cheap to go there, but you may discover some new and funny talent.... More

This place is fine if you like standup. You never know what you might get. There is a cover plus a two drink minimum, so it's not cheap to go there, but you may discover some new and funny talent. You'll be exposed to a barrage of comics, maybe fifteen per night, and they are totally random in predictability of funniness. They've been totally unfunny or mildly funny or hilarious. It's always a gamble, but if you keep your sense of humor you'll have a good time!
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This stand up comedy club was definitely worth the visit - I have been three times to see up and coming comedic talent perform. As with any comedy club, the audience makes a huge difference, and my... More

This stand up comedy club was definitely worth the visit - I have been three times to see up and coming comedic talent perform. As with any comedy club, the audience makes a huge difference, and my second visit was tempered by a weak and sometimes rude crowd. Some comics were able to deal with the interruptions effectively, however, salvaging what otherwise could have been a total disaster. The last show on a Saturday/Friday, therefore, is probably not your best choice to avoid the rowdiest crowds.
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