Comedy Cellar, New York City

Name: Comedy Cellar
Address: 117 Mac Dougal Street, New York City, United States
Telephone: +1 212-254-3480

#598 among attractions in New York City

Nightlife, Comedy club

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The Comedy Cellar is a comedy club in Manhattan where many top New York comedians perform. It is widely considered to be the best comedy club in the country. It was founded in 1982 by then stand-up comedian, and current television writer/producer Bill Grundfest. It is located in Greenwich Village on 117 Macdougal Street between West 3rd Street and Minetta Lane. Above the club is a restaurant called The Olive Tree Cafe to which it is connected, where many of the comedians hang out after performing. The club is owned by Noam Dworman, who inherited it from his late father, Manny, and run by booker Estee Adoram, who has developed the club's talent for nearly four decades. The businesses share the same menu, kitchen, and staff. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 40°43'49"N, 74°0'2"W

Address

117 Mac Dougal StreetDowntown Manhattan (Greenwich Village)New York City United States

Contact

+1 212-254-3480

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Comedy Cellar – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: The Bitter End, Le Poisson Rouge, Washington Square Park, Washington Court.

~770 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Comedy Cellar?

Nearby attractions include Provincetown Playhouse, New York City (2 min walk), Minetta Creek, New York City (2 min walk), Minetta Lane Theatre, New York City (2 min walk), Father Demo Square, New York City (3 min walk).

How to get to Comedy Cellar by public transport?

The nearest stations to Comedy Cellar:

Metro

West 4th Street–Washington Square • Lines: <F>, A, B, C, D, E, F, M (4 min walk)
9th Street • Lines: Hob–33, Jsq–33, JSQ–33 via HOB (7 min walk)

Bus

Broadway & West 3rd Street • Lines: M55 (9 min walk)

Ferry

Brookfield Place / Battery Park City Ferry Terminal (36 min walk)