Where Greenwich Village Comedy Club appears on New York Dearest
It's on 1 of my list. Each entry below is what I wrote about it there, with my verdict on that list, the fullest first.
Worth it
- SubwayA, B, C, D, E, F, M to W 4 St-Wash Sq, 4 min
- Address99 MacDougal St, New York, NY 10012
- From my guide, updated September 2026.
Greenwich Village Comedy Club is tucked into a small basement just off MacDougal Street. It’s one of those clubs where the room is tiny, the stage is close, and everything feels a bit more immediate. The crowd gets into it quickly, and that helps the energy stay high.
Most nights follow a showcase format, so you’ll see a variety of comics doing short sets. I like it for last-minute plans or when I’m already downtown and want a low-pressure show. It doesn’t draw huge buzz, but it delivers a solid night of stand-up in a neighborhood filled with comedy history.
Worth it, says Antonina. Been? Say if you agree.