Comedians from all over the country and the world make their way through LA's comedy clubs on their way to fame and stardom. Here, in alphabetical order, are the clubs where the already famous, soon-to-be famous and wannabe famous comics are ready to make you laugh.
1. Acme Comedy Theatre
Address: 135 N La Brea Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036Phone: (323) 525-0202
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cover: Free - $18
Website: www.acmecomedy.com
Buzz: Improv and sketch comedy since 1989
2. The Comedy & Magic Club
Address: 1018 Hermosa Avenue, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254Phone: (310) 372-1193
Neighborhood: Hermosa Beach
Cover: $10-$30
Website: www.comedyandmagicclub.com
Buzz: 18 and over, Jay Leno performs Sunday nights, 2 drink minimum
3. Comedy Store
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Address: 8433 W. Sunset Blvd.
Phone: (323) 656-6225
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Cover: $5-$20 and/or 2 drink minimum
Website: www.thecomedystore.com
Buzz: Some nights have no cover. Call for info.
Phone: (323) 656-6225
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Cover: $5-$20 and/or 2 drink minimum
Website: www.thecomedystore.com
Buzz: Some nights have no cover. Call for info.
4. The Comedy Union
Address: 5040 W Pico Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90019Phone: (323) 934-9300
Neighborhood: Miracle Mile/Mid City
Cover: $5-$12, may be more for special events, 2 drink minimum
Website: www.thecomedyunion.com
Buzz: Predominantly African American comedians, including some big names. Silly Saturdays clean comedy at the 8 pm show.
5. The Groundlings Theater
Address: 7307 Melrose Ave. LA 90046Phone: (323) 934-4747
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Cover: $12.50-$21.50
Website: www.groundlings.com
Buzz: Improv comedy spawned many SNL alum
6. Hollywood Improv
Address: 8162 Melrose Ave., LA 90046Phone: (323) 651-2583
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Cover: Most shows $14-$20 plus 2 drink minimum
Website: http://improv2.com
Buzz: Dinner available, no charge for Open Mic Night
7. The Ice House
Address: 24 N. Mentor Ave., Pasadena, 91106Phone: (626) 577-1894
Neighborhood: Pasadena
Cover: $5 - $17.50
Website: www.icehousecomedy.com
Buzz: Oldest stand-up comedy club in the country. VIP seating available.
8. Improv Olympic West
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Address: 6366 Hollywood Blvd.
Phone: (323) 962-7560
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cover: $10. They often have free shows at 10 or 11 p.m. weeknights.
Website: www.iowest.com
Buzz: Three shows a night of improvisational team comedy
Phone: (323) 962-7560
Neighborhood: Hollywood
Cover: $10. They often have free shows at 10 or 11 p.m. weeknights.
Website: www.iowest.com
Buzz: Three shows a night of improvisational team comedy
9. LA Comedy Connection Theatre
Address: 13442 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423Phone: (818) 710-1320 Ext. 2
Neighborhood: Sherman Oaks
Cover: $7-$12
Website: www.laconnectioncomedy.com
Buzz: Many famous comedians got their start at this casual valley establishment that lets you BYO food and drinks.
10. Laugh Factory Hollywood
Address: 8001 W. Sunset Blvd.Phone: (323) 656-1336
Neighborhood: West Hollywood
Cover: $20-25, plus a 2 drink minimum per show
Website: www.laughfactory.com
Buzz: In addition to recognized names, the Laugh Factory is known for Jon Lovitz on Wednesdays, "Chocolate Sundaes" and Latino Mondays
