DC Improv Comedy Club

Best place in D.C. to see comedy! The staff here is absolutely outstanding; friendly, attentive, and they make you feel welcome from the moment you walk in. The food is decent; nothing extraordinary, but not bad either. Prices are fair, making it a great spot to enjoy a night of laughs.

Had a great time at DC Improv! Went to see a show featuring amateur veteran comedians, and the energy in the room was fantastic. The venue itself is intimate, making for a great comedy experience—every seat feels close to the stage. The staff was friendly, service was quick, and the food & drinks were solid for a comedy club. Really cool to see veterans bringing their unique perspectives to stand-up. Definitely recommend checking out a show here if you’re in DC!

DC Improv was epic! We had a great night full of laughs and family fun. Chris absolutely should have been the headliner—he delivered strong material and really connected with the crowd. The overall lineup was solid. Amber is growing as a comic—her versatility showed, and she’s definitely one to watch. Elizabeth hosted the night and brought some solid mainstream punchlines to keep the energy up. Napoleon, repping my home state of NC, leaned into dry humor—not my favorite style, but he had his moments. Christian had a few good punchlines, but didn’t quite stand out for me. Chris, on the other hand, was my top pick—versatile, relatable, and consistently funny. Service throughout the evening was great as well. Overall, DC Improv delivered a strong night of comedy!

Nice place shows was good win i went finding a place to park your car is alittle hard but other than that it was okay service was pretty good food wasn't that great

DC Improv is one of my go-to spots for a good laugh. They consistently bring in amazing headliners in the main room, and if you're into discovering rising talent, the smaller room features some surprisingly funny up-and-coming comedians. The main room is definitely tight seats and tables are practically stacked on top of each other, so be prepared to get cozy with your neighbors. There’s also a two-item minimum per person, so expect to order something. The food and drinks are pretty average—nothing to rave about—but if you're just looking to snack and sip while enjoying the show, it does the job. What stands out, though, is the consistently great comedy and the welcoming vibe. The staff is always friendly, and they keep things running smoothly. Plus, the venue is wheelchair accessible, which is important and appreciated. If you're in D.C. and looking for a night full of laughs, DC Improv is a solid choice for a fun, casual evening out—whether you’re catching a big name or checking out the next generation of comics.

Had a great time! Eddie Bryant and the other comedians were hilarious! Service was great, from the check-in, to the seat staff, to the waiter. No line or wait to enter. A good time. Two drink min per person, but you can order a bottle of water and plenty of other options if you don't Partake in libations lol. Took one star because seats are a little close and some were awkwardly placed when trying to see the stage. But me and my party didn't have that issue as our seats faced the stage. Would definitely go again.

They have a pretty good system. First they had us stand on the Will Call line to assign our tables. Then we got on the actual line but I did feel like it worked well. The space was a decent size but they do smack a lot of people in. I guess any place you sit, you can still see the stage. We had a decent view. The bathrooms were clean and so was the space. The food and drinks were good too.

We saw Trey Kennedy and it was great!! The food was tasty, service was attentive and friendly and the bathrooms were clean. We had a reserved table right up front. Seating is a bit tight, but it's all part of the atmosphere. Looking forward to my next show.

Went last night to see Gina Yashere. Great show and the warmup act with Dana was phenomenal. Our server was named....... Forgot but he had dreads and was amazing How him and the staff stay organized is special we went to the early show... descent enough location with places to eat in the area but improv does have a 2 item minimum. Our food was good the desserts not a fan. The prices have always been reasonable and we got to pick our seats since we arrived as soon as the doors opened. Nicole Byer is next. Oh and not far from metro and parking garages.

I took my friend to see one of his favorite comedians, Kyle Kinane, this evening, and I was super excited since it was my first visit to a comedy club. I usually see most comedians at the Warner Theatre. We attended the 10 PM show so we could enjoy dinner beforehand in the city. Now, onto the club experience: let's be clear that everyone, from the folks at the will-call window to the gentleman at the door and the young lady who was our server, was absolutely amazing all evening long. It's nice to see that some people in the service industry still enjoy their jobs--two thumbs up! You all rocked. The venue was dimly lit once the show started, and photography and phone use were not allowed during the performance. There is a two-item minimum per person at the table. They had a food menu, which consisted of what I consider typical bar fare. We didn't order food since we had already eaten, but the dishes that came to other patrons at our table looked and smelled really good, and the service was prompt. We met our minimum by ordering two drinks each, and the bill came to $48--not too bad for city pricing. There were two downsides: first, the steps to get into the venue were wet and slippery due to the rain, so please take caution when it's not dry outside. Second, when I say they fill the room, they really fill the room--every square inch is occupied by tables and chairs, leaving very little room to maneuver. Having your back to the stage is never my favorite way to watch a show, but we were close to the stage, and we made it work. All in all, we had an amazing time, and when we attend a show here in the future, we will make sure to get tickets closer to the stage.

What a wonderful experience. We went to the comedy showcase for the 7:30 show on a Friday night. We got there at 6:30 and were able to get a great spot. Our server Trevon was super attentive and was able to handle our groups jokes. He delivered drinks in a timely manner and got our orders together swiftly. We started with the mozzarella sticks and these were some of the best I had. I also ended up getting the chicken finger basket and again very good and happy with my choice. Now what we really came for the comedy. We were cracking up through the 5 acts. They were all really good. I had 3 favorites that I couldn't stop laughing the whole time. It's a great place to come if you're looking for a laugh and it's an intimate place.

I love this place. I come here often because there's always a great show to see. The drinks are strong and made well. The food is usually pretty good especially the dips. The servers are always on top of their game. I say come early for the show so that you get better seats.

A 2 minute walk from the Farraguat North Metro station Tickets are basically "will call". So be prepared to wait in line, that goes down stairs. The person checking for tickets literally just looks your name up on a list and you're escorted in Attended with a friend, Friday night super late show lol. We opted to get a reserved table. Tables are TINY, as the seating is agaisnt the wall, and not on opposite sides of the table Club area is maybe relatively small, but probably because so many tables/chairs are packed together We saw 4 local artists. They were all hilarious! Long Island Drink was good & strong Chicken Tenders were good. Came with maybe 5-6 sizeable tenders. Does not come with fries. I ordered Buffalo with blue cheese, ended up getting just plain chicken tenders and ranch dressing. I was able to get a side of buffalo sauce Ty was our waiter - he was awesome! Maybe there was 2-3 bathroom stalls for women. Tiny bathroom area. Made for a short wait to use This place was cool, I would like to come back for other performances!

Thank you Daymon for being attentive to our need by providing great customer care! Be well.

Lucky to get the same fun server as before! The staff is a well oiled machine. They are able to turn the room around in no time at all between shows! Food is always served quickly and hot and the atmosphere is mostly upbeat. So good to watch the earlier guests hone their skills before the headliner!

Fun place that is an old school style comedy club with a two food/drink item minimum We had a reserved table so were able to get a good seat on a Friday night and both seats faced the stage but be warned many larger tables have seats that face away from the stage. The comedians were really funny when we went but of course that's the luck of the draw on who you see. Food/drinks were about what you'd expect for a comedy club. The soft pretzels were fine and seemed like they might've been frozen and microwaved. The draft beer was good and the mango heat margarita was meh, seemed like it was probably a mix and had a strong mix type flavor, but that didn't stop me from having a second one. Service was really fast and friendly here and I'll come back for another show.

This is a good venue for comedy, and provides the experience you would expect. We saw a show here and were pleased. The show started on time, the stage was visible from every part of the room, the bathroom was passable, and the wait staff dropped the check before the show was over, so we weren't trapped there indefinitely. The space has zero ambience; it's got low ceilings, everything is painted black, and the tables and chairs are functional at best. There is a 2 item minimum, and the ratio of food/drink quality to price is skewed in the wrong direction. However, no one comes for the dining experience - this is a performance venue that has a restaurant smooshed into it and if you adjust your expectations accordingly, you can have a nice time.

I paid about $55-60 to see D.L. Hugley here. The price wasn't bad but booked without realizing I would have to order two items from the food menu. It was mentioned on the booking confirmation (or I could have missed it before making my purchase). The place is cute and intimate. My server Q was very attentive and in less than 5 minutes of being seated she was right there to take my order. I was happy to see they had 3 different mocktails on the menu. I tried two of them and they were yummy. The women's restroom was clean and I really appreciated that. From where I sat, I had a great view of the show but I could see where someone's view could get obstructed. I came to a Sunday evening show so the city was quiet and metered parking was free but I can imagine that parking would be a nightmare on another day. Overall it was great and I'll definitely keep an eye out for more shows. And thanks for the great service Q!

I always enjoy myself at DC Improv, for stand-up, special or celebratory nights like new year's eve or Valentine's day, and the popular Pun DMV when the audience can sign up to compete! Staff are friendly, tables and bathrooms are clean. Two item minimum per person with solid food options - fried bar food and also vegetarian appetizers, range of entrees, classics like burgers. Cocktail menu, decent beer list and decadent desserts.

Came on a Wednesday night with my good Judy's for Kid Fury's 930pm set. This is my first time at DC Improv so I didn't have many expectations. The location is clean, well lit and easy to find. Parking on the street was easy but it was a Wednesday so it maybe more of a headache during the weekend. The atmosphere was laid back with purple/red/blue tinted lighting on the inside which gave the room a nice glow. There's a 2 item minimum so I ordered a strawberry lemon drop and a bbq burger with fries. I did unfortunately get the wrong burger and had to be brought the toppings on the side for this error but it was rectified fairly quickly. Outside of the item minimum I'm not sure if I'd come back but the experience was decent enough.

Had a super fun Friday night here. My jaw was hurting from laughing too much by the end of the show. We had front row seats since we're here this night mainly to support our friend Rodney Perry. For other occasions when we came here, I preferred the high tables on the left side. We had Great table side service, delicious bar style foods, and tasty cocktails+tea. Minimum 2 items are required to purchase per ticket holder. And no admission required on open mic nights, which is something we always want to come to check out. It's a club so darkened lighting are expected. There are Parking garage either right next to the entrance of the club or nearby one street over. If you love comedies and haven't been here, highly recommend by @WineDinenVacay .

Swanky, dive vibe with nice ambiance. Very organized establishment. The food is comparable to bar food and a decent variety including vegetarian options. The wait staff tackles a lot so be patient but they'll take care of you. I did notice a few items were billed between .50 cents to $2 more than what was on the dining room menus. They need to do better with that as those dollars add up depending on what people order. Loaded tots are good but can be mushy so if stick to regular tots or loaded nachos. The bacon cheese burger is a good portion size but the neat has no flavor and borderline dry. Side salad w/ chunky blue cheese was good. Wings are standard deep fried.

This belowgound standby bans phone use during the show, so I post no pictures, but that's probably a good thing. They require you to order two items from the food and drink menu, which likely isn't as good as what you'd find elsewhere, but at least they had decent options and I got a salad with abundant avocado and a San Pellegrino to wash it down. The show was relatively without hitch and overall the feel was very retro. Small indoor venues took a big hit during the COVID era, but this one appears to be going strong.

Love a good funny! Been coming here for years. There are two sides, a smaller hole in wall side and their bigger side. Been to both. Food is okay, entertainment is always awesome! Super cool staff! Would def recommend. You'll need a reservation!!!!

Been in the DMV for years and I must admit this was my first time at the DC Improv, but I can say it won't be my last. The night I went there were two shows happening at one time so getting into the venue was a little tricky and confusing but once inside we were seated at a table right next to the stage. the venue is very "intimate" so there's a possibility that you may share a table with someone you don't know but I didn't mind that at all. We were all there for a good time and let me tell you a time was had! They enforce a two-item minimum per person per table so be mindful of that. While I didn't have any food, I heard that the buffalo chicken dip, wings, and chicken tenders and fries were all good. Although this was my first time here, it definitely will not be my last. I had so much fun seeing Jay Pharoah, the guy is hilarious and a genius with all of the impersonations. I'm tempted to check out their website once I'm done with this review to see who they have coming next.

So, this might have been one of my best birthday gifts - coming to DC Improv. I had such a great night here, listening to comedians and being in the company of good people, not even who I commuted in with. The people at the surrounding tables were great too. I would of course go again - by myself, with a group, for date night, etc.. You can find some of the best comedians here.

This was my first experience at the DC Improv and it was awesome! Went for a date and the service was great, although they were busy, they made sure to check in with us as much as possible and brought our drinks/food out in a timely manner. The staff was super nice and the show that was put on seemed well-organized with the show starting on time and no issues being observed. I will definitely be coming back in the near future!

My husband and I saw Akash Singh, my favorite comedian, here on January 20th. We arrived about 15 minutes early and were able to get decently good seats. The tables are pretty close together, so it's hard to get to your table. Once we were settled, we did not get up at all until the show was over because it was just too hard to squeeze out. Good thing I ordered food in advance because it was very hard to flag down a waiter during the show. It was also very dark. Our food items were actually pretty good. I got the burger and my husband got the grilled chicken sandwich. The grilled chicken sandwich was better. Parking is a little hard in the area, so plan to arrive early. It is first come first serve seating, so make sure you come in advance to secure a good seat. If you come with a bigger party, make sure you account for finding a table that can fit your party. Luckily we were only two people, and we were seated with four other strangers at our table. Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience and I would come here again for a future comedy show.

This place was amazing! I'm visiting DC for the first time and had to catch a few events at the comedy club. I went two nights in a row and attended three separate events, which I all enjoyed. The first night was "Read the Room," which was basically the comedians speaking to the people in the room to make the audience laugh, led by the very handsome and funny Tim Miller :) The second night, I attended two shows: a stand up comedian line up, followed by the very special Arnez J. I had such a good time! The nachos on the menu were so yummy, I would get them again and again. The woman who opened up for Arnez J was hilarious! I almost liked her more than Arnez! Overall, very good vibes. I loved the people at my table, even though I didn't know any of them. The service was also very good, both nights. I would definitely return if I visit DC again. Laughter is therapy yall!

The visibility of the stage is horrible. There is no true elevation and they pack the room to capacity. Barely elbow room to eat/ your minimum two order meal or beverage. The bathrooms are not disability accessible. The nachos were underwhelming, but I didn't have high expectations. The only toppings they offer are chicken, chili and steak. The mock-tail I had was good just very iced down. Best thing about the show was Kid Fury.

This comedy club never disappoints! I always have a great time watching different comedians, the food is food. Just remember, there's a 2-item minimum per person. If you're coming with a larger group, make sure to give a list of names in advance so you can be seated together--they're very organized about that. The staff is amazing, especially Will, who is the best server--super attentive! Highly recommend for a fun night out filled with laughter.

The DC Improv is one of my favorite places to visit in Washington, D.C. Most nights of the week, the comedy club puts on standup comedy shows, as well as other comedic acts like sketch comedy, improv, pun-themed comedy, politician-impersonating roasts and more. In addition to the main room that accommodates several hundred people, there's also a smaller lounge room that seats around 60 attendees. I've enjoyed many shows in both rooms, seeing headliners like Tracy Morgan in the big room, and local comedy troupes and standups in the lounge. Everyone who works at the DC Improv is friendly and focused on guests having a great time. Servers are quick and attentive. The menu includes non-alcoholic drinks, vegan options and the legendary Chocolate Thunder Cake. The club's basement location makes it cool and unique in the city. If you want to laugh in DC, book a ticket to any show at the DC Improv, and you're sure to have a great time.

Saw four shows in two days (Friday-Saturday) featuring the same improv artist, @ianbagg. He was terrific. His material was different for every show. The other performers were funny too, but their canned routines got stale the third and fourth times around. The venue is downstairs...tricky at night. Service was great. There's no cover charge, but everyone is expected to make two purchases. The club is big and the food is what one normally expects at a comedy club. Seemed that most snacks and drinks were about $14.00. Friends suggested the Old Fashions were sub par. We all agreed the Long Island Iced Tea was the best value. Finding a place to stay in DC is a big issue, making it tough on out-of-towners.

Came here for the annual Paris Sasahy brunch. It was fun per usual. Thank goodness i had a table and that we arrived early. I was sad to see that they changed their menu! No more wings. So i was left to order the chicken and waffles. It was really good though so i was not disappointed with it. Drinks were good and strong.

I love DC Improv! It's become a go-to on my last two visits to DC and its always a great time. For one, they have a great lineup of comedians. Secondly, service is organized and consistent. During my last visit in July, I swung by to see Deray Davis. I purchased my ticket online with no hassle. On the day of, I showed up about a half hour prior to show time and got seated in a great spot. Among many of the things I like about DC improv, its their system of seating single folks. I'm an avid solo traveler, which means I enjoy venturing out alone but I love to connect with others during my travels. DC Improv is probably the only place I've been to that will seat others who are attending alone, all at one table. I love this idea because the folks at the table are so cool! One was even a NY native, so we had a lot in common. The show started on time and the opening acts were hilarious. One was from Brooklyn, NY, so I resonated so much with his humor. DeRay was top tier as well and timing for each act was reasonable. Sound is great but the view can be skewed depending on where you sit. During my first visit, my view was obstructed by a structural beam. There are TVs, but I'd rather see the person full view. There is also a two item minimum (I saw a review say it's not written anywhere, but it IS on their site and noted on tickets). I decided on the chicken quesadilla and a soft drink. Typical bar food, nothing spectacular but it was good. Service was great however, it does get a bit hectic once the show starts or minutes prior. Overall, a great vibe and the perfect start to my July 4th weekend. Highly recommended and I will be returning!

DC improv has been on my list for quite some time and when an ad popped up on facebook advertising that DL Hughley was visiting this summer I decided to finally give it a shot and go visit! The booking was easy enough, and you receive a lot of instructions before you arrive with what to expect. (I definitely recommend reading them carefully, because I almost went to HH beforehand not realizing that there is a two item minimum per person, whether that is food or drinks!) I chose their "early" show on Sunday and, again, we were told what to expect ahead of time including checking in, being seated, and when to arrive. Ultimately, when you buy your ticket, you don't have assigned seats, but you are given a seat when you arrive and you have some flexibility on where you'd like to sit. Not a problem! We got there maybe 30 minutes after the doors opened and were able to sit only a few tables back from the stage. Everyone at the table(s) was really nice and the servers came over right away to start taking orders and get things out to people before the show started. While we didn't get any food, the drinks were good and there was a good variety. Once the show started, we were able to just sit back and relax and have a good time. The servers are able to continue bringing people items without interrupting the view or the show itself, so I think they do an excellent job making sure people are able to still enjoy what's on the menu, even after the show has begun! The team at DC improv is very organized and as long as you read your instructions on what to expect before you come, you will have an enjoyable experience and avoid any hiccups. Looking forward to coming back again for more shows in the future! Plus - It seems like a lot of the people I spoke to were regulars, which is a good indication that DC improv is a great local comedy club!

We were invited to join another couple to see one of their favorite comedians, David Nihill. We had never been to DC Improv before and didn't know what to expect except for what I read on their website, which actually is very informative and funny in itself. A very helpful read prior to attending or booking your tickets. We booked general admission and figured the experience from what I read would compare probably to what we experience when attending performances at Birchmere where the doors open at a certain time and the sooner you get there, better your seats might be. Luckily I did read in advance that if you have friends attending same performance and want to sit together, to let the box office know, which we did. So our seats were blocked as a 4-some and whichever couple got there first would get seated and the other 2 seats would be waiting their arrival. Entry was easy, greeted by a VERY energetic staff member, Marcellus (sorry don't know how he spells his name) who we told this was our FIRST time, so he was SUPER Excited and gave us a lot of intro information about not using your cell phone in the club, where to go if we needed to use the phone, what to do if you needed to step outside for a moment and where the all important restrooms were. We had GREAT seats, unfortunately our waitress, I think her name was Alana was NOT so great. She was slow, messed up the drink order, then took way too long to return with the correction, did not return to ask about refilling waters or further drink orders until it was "last call" time. I kept seeing other wait staff with water pitchers giving their clients refills, but our table section was basically neglected. We ordered dinner as there is a 2 purchase minimum (combo of drink and or food, doesn't matter). There are no free refills on soda, only free thing you can get is water, which is fine for me, but need to bring the pitcher by once in a while, especially when eating. We both had the chicken tenders which actually was VERY good. They came out VERY hot, so freshly made with your choice of sauce. We both selected Honey Mustard, which was more mustard than honey, but good. Once our friends arrived, she ordered a cheeseburger and she said it was excellent! She felt it was prepared fresh and tasted like good ground beef. We also ordered basket of fries, they came out hot, but they were the "play-dough" type, not cut from the potato. They were were ok, ketchup and honey/mustard made them better as we aren't fans of the processed type of "french fry". I really wanted to try the sweet potato fries, but the waitress did say they would be too much for 1 person. I'm glad she said that, as the Chicken Tenders was a hearty portion and sharing the regular fries basket was PLENTY of food. I found the establishment nicer than I was expecting. Remember, we're used to Birchmere. Seemed VERY clean, restrooms were clean when we arrived. Space is relatively tight, but not as bad as I was picturing and SO glad we were a table of 4 because if you go as a couple, the way the seating is done, you most likely will be sitting across from your partner instead of next to each other unless in a 4-top as we luckily did (If you reserve seats, those are tables around the stage and you will be sitting next to your partner there). Because we arrived early, we ended up with really great seats close to the stage. There are TV's visible in the room, so I doubt there is a bad seat anywhere really. There are a few High Top tables around the perimeter, which probably would be good viewing spots as you would see above the heads of people sitting at all the tables. Stage is elevated, so if you are sitting further back and behind other tables, I'd imagine you can still see well enough, UNLESS you get near the couple BIG columns that are in the room. Lastly, the COMEDIAN, David Nihill was FANTASTIC. Quality entertainment and looks as if they do attract worthwhile talent. We definitely will go back as we found a good parking garage for an over-sized vehicle that didn't charge extra fee and it was a 3 block walk, not bad. I cannot comment if there were any service charges on our bill as we didn't realize the waitress combined the 4 of us onto 1 tab despite the fact that we arrived 45 minutes earlier than our table mates AND ordered as soon as we got there. She also never asked, but having never been there before, didn't think she would combine our tab.

I went to DC Improv with some friends last night and had a good time. Will call for our tickets was outside on the sidewalk (only took a few minutes for a sold out show), and then we walked downstairs into the basement where DC Improv is located in the building. When you walk in, they seat you at a table, and it seemed like there isn't a bad seat in the house (given the height of the stage compared to the tables). There's a two-item minimum per guest, so we each ordered a bottle of water (sparkling or still) and a beer or a glass of wine. The wines were not great, so I probably should have ordered a beer even though I don't drink beer often. They also offer cocktails and food. The service was pretty seamless and our orders didn't take long. The venue was fine, and the show we saw was good, but I'd rather a place just charged more per ticket than require a two-item minimum for each person in attendance. Overall fine and pretty standard venue for a comedy/improv.

Service was good. They were very attentive. Food was OK. Average bar food. I had a fun time

Pros: - cool venue - they really hype up the crowd - central location of DC - seems like they get some great acts - the host will really put on an engaging show Cons: -the two drink minimum is kind of overkill on top of pricy tickets. I understand trying to make revenue but it makes for an expensive night out - i don't blame the venue for this, but at least two comedians admitted they were already drunk or high before getting on stage and it totally caused issues with their act. It wasn't worth the ticket + two drink minimum seeing two comedians, already impaired, just ramble on stage and repeatedly say "sorry i'm high/ drunk already" and not be able to remember their act. Again, not the venues fault but it didn't make for a great experience.

We've been to the DC Improv numerous times and always enjoy it. The food is good, the servers are kind, and the things are well priced. I'm giving this review today because of some top quality customer service. I had a huge mixup on my end (not the Improve fault), and called to get something arranged. The support who picked up was Brax, and she helped me resolve my issue that changed multiple times. She was patient and extremely helpful, and even when out of her way to call me back and make sure everything was set up well. Thanks Brax!!!

I had entirely too much fun here. This was my second time here in the past few months and I certainly plan on coming back soon. We came to see Aries Spears and, while he certainly was funny, the whole situation made for a great night. You walk down the stairs - giving immediate speakeasy vibes. You're seated immediately - even though the place was packed the servers were on point. We were brought drinks and food immediately - this place is a well-oiled machine. And the food is delicious. We ordered wings, crab dip with pretzel sticks and it was so good, I kept eating long after I was full. Highly recommend.

DC Improv is a little gem that brings you comedy greats and good food. Went here to see Sam J and another time for an open mic night. They have a 2 item minimum, so I usually do an entree and a drink. I've had the burger and the chicken Caesar salad wrap. The burger was clearly frozen patties. They do give you 2 patties, so it's hearty. The fries are pretty good. The chicken salad wrap was good as well. This will be one of my regular spots.

A long time running, old school staple and comedy club in the heart of downtown DC. We saw a fantastic showcase of five comedians; with DC native Teddy Carpenter from the original HBO Def Comedy Jam being the headliner. Some of them were pure-absolutely hilarious and they kept the crowd laughing in stitches. At times, it was hard to breathe because of the comedian's jokes, animated delivery, and random improv and cracking jokes on people in the audience.....which is true talent in itself. Additionally, we had an excellent server. She was very attentive the entire show and kept the drinks and food coming. Not to mention the food we ordered was really good. There were a couple areas that needed improvement, from the restrooms which were tiny for the size of the venue and seating which is very tight. But, even with all those little things that could be improved, we went for the comedy and they all certainly delivered on that!

We had a great night at the DC Improv! We were admitted promptly (no waiting in line) and seated immediately. There is a 2 item minimum per person and my hummus, pita, and raw veggies plate plus my strawberry daiquiri fulfilled the requirement. The kitchen provided the food quickly and the server delivered it hot. My companions enjoyed their daiquiris, Greek salad, chicken wings, and cheeseburger with sweet potato fries. Aries Spears and his podcast partner had the audience in stitches. This was a quick, fun, casual night out. Just know that live comedy can be risqué/edgy so this isn't for people who are easily offended. This was a close up view of a major headliner and I enjoyed the show much more than at a big venue.

Cute date night area! Amazing staff, always refilling, or asking if we needed anything. A great showcase of local comedic over some late night snacks and drinks!

It's been years since I've been to a show at the Improv. My sister's fiance got us tickets to see Donnel Rawlings, and if you're a Chapelle Show fan, they you know why we were excited to see his show...Ashy Larry..or the famous phrase "I'm rich b****" lol Parking is like any other situation in DC.if you're lucky you might get parking on the street. We opted to park in a parking garage right around the block. When we arrived, it was kind of confusing how the set up. Doors open at a certain time to allow people from the prior show to exit. So we had to stand on the side by "will call" you give them your name and they give you your tickets. It was pretty smooth overall. When we were able to go in, they sat us as a table, which had a pretty decent view. Each person at the table has a 2 item minimum, which includes food, drinks, water. All the comedians that opened up for Donnell were amazing and had us cracking up! The service was pretty good and our server was efficient. I stuck to seltzers, but my sister enjoyed the spicy marg they had. I liked the chicken nachos, but the crab dip wasn't a favorite. Can't wait for the next show!

Coming from NYC (regular at the Comedy Cellar, Carolines on Broadway), I have pretty high expectations of what a stand up comedy show should involve. The last two I've been to were for Mo Amer, and most recently, Brian Simpson. I've only been to main room shows and always reserve the two seaters which are front row seats. I've never been disappointed by the performance and I like how the staff is well organized, friendly, and prompt. I haven't had any issues to speak of and truly appreciate being able to have a professional stand up arena to attend to when a comedian I'm a fan of comes to town (other than the ones in congressional hall). I feel like they cultivated it's own culture and has a strong fan base to speak for it. You can feel the excitement as you walk through the doors. The food is not good but I don't go for the food. I'll usually order something to share - we had nachos with chicken last time and it was a hot mess but I picked out the chicken and jalapeños to chase down the wine and Tito's I consumed. The pricing for seats are very fair and I find their site easy to navigate. Can't wait for the next show!

EXCELLENT SERVICE, EXCELLENT FOOD AND DRINK, AMAZING VIBES. It's a speakeasy type of set up in which you walk downstairs into the comedy club. Seating is pretty tight but makes for a warm vibe WARNING THERE IS A TWO ITEM MINIMUM PER GUEST that was not advertised on the website or ticket . We went to see Tracy Morgan and he was pretty funny. Now the FOOD was BOMB. We ordered wings, pretzel with cheese, this AMAZING CRAB DIP OH IT WAS SO GOOD!!! And a few drinks . Definitely coming back for another show

What a fantastic way to spend NYE with a bestie, drinks, and a ton of laughs! We went to the showcase-- so lots of variety! Truly a great experience and amazing service! Forgot to get a picture of chicken tenders-- but they were quite tasty-- and shareable! The ceiling had tons of colorful balloonnnsss!

Typical bar food. You won't find anything healthy or keto here. But the vibe is always cool and lowkey. The comedy acts are solid, whether local or more famous acts. They keep the place entertaining. Plus, the acts will often do autographs after the show. Service is ok given the type of venue with live performers.

Came here to see Sabrina Wu for the first time. The venue itself is intimate and it was fun to feel so close to the comics who performed. Our server was a bit brusque and disappeared for a while. They're very strict about everyone at the table having to order at least 2 things even if you're going to put the check on a single card. The check in process was also weird, leaving us standing out in the rain for 15 minutes before letting us inside to get seated. We tried a couple of different food items and all were decent. Typical bar food, but the old bay fries and spinach dip were both pretty solid. All in all I'd still come back if there was someone I wanted to see performing

I have been to DC Improv for many shows but this was the first time I ordered food. We came here for the Drag brunch show and they have a different menu for their brunch. I ordered the Improv Fried chicken sandwich in which you can choose your sauce from Buffalo, BBQ, Sweet Chili or Mambo and I chose the Buffalo sauce that comes with seasoned fries and a side of ranch. The sandwich was good but tasted better with the ranch dressing. My friend ordered the Chicken and Waffles but they didn't have waffles so they substituted it with French Toast. We also ordered the the mimosas to share since it came with a bottle of champagne and a side of juice of chose from Strawberry, OJ or Pineapple so we picked Strawberry. They brought our drinks and then the food came without utensils so we had to wait to ask for some. Then I asked if we could have a some more of the Strawberry juice. For dessert we ordered the Reece's pie which was good and didn't feel heavy. The bill comes and I asked why there was a double charge of Orange Juice $10 total and the waiter stated that it was an extra charge for the Strawberry juice I requested. Why wouldn't they disclose that it is an extra charge? Just a courtesy to say it will be an extra charge and I can decide if I want to proceed ordering it. So no I wasn't happy about that. I do like that now they offer reserved seating which is nice and don't have the pain on waiting in line since before it was first come first served.

I've been to DC Improv twice now and have enjoyed myself both times. There's a 2 item per persons requirement when visiting. The drinks are not weak and the food has been good each time! Parking stinks so I definitely would recommend ubering or metro. Service is good, no one was rude and food/drinks come out timely. Just note if you're a smaller party depending on the show you'll get seated with people you may not know. This did not bother us, but just be aware of that possibility. It was great meeting new people and there were lots of laughs.

Let's face it...after the two years this world had, we could all use some laughter! This is a great local spot in DC thats serving up some laughs! The wait staff is on point here! Very attentive, which is a plus. The menu items are served hot, simple and straight to the point. The seating arrangement makes for no bad seat in sight. I didn't see an elevator for those who are unable to climb stairs, so this could be a problem. I'm not sure if they disclose that online when purchasing tickets because I didn't buy them. I'm always down for good food, great friends and even greater laughs! Check this years comedy headliners out and grab some friends to check it out.

Great place to enjoy a comedy show! All of the staff members were friendly and helpful. The show started on time and was funny. And then the food was actually really good and I wasn't expecting that at all, so it was a nice surprise. I tried the crab dip and cheese cake.....I know, weird combination lol...but it was good!

I have to say, this was an amazing visit! So glad I got that instagram ad to see DeRay Davis. We arrived early as we had General Admission Tickets so seats are first come, first served. Also, there is street parking right in front starting at 6:30PM. As the seasoned transplant I am, I got there at 6:15 and sat in my car until 6:30PM. There was a gentleman outside giving us the Park Mobile code to make things super easy for us. Loved that! Once we got in, we went to will call and were promptly shown to where we could sit (anywhere that wasn't reserved). We sat in the center, third tale back, which is really close. For those who have never been here, the place is small and intimate. You will be close to strangers, but all in good fun. If you don't like the concept, reserve a table. There is a 2 item minimum once you are there. Of course most people ordered more than 2 items including myself. I had the quesadilla, an old fashion, and a Long Island Ice Tea. The old fashion wasn't giving what I needed it to give. The quesadilla was great! I will say you can taste the liquor! Service was quick and efficient! The opening comedian was from NY and super funny, then there was a gentleman form Baltimore and it was ok. A lot of people went to the bathroom during his set. Overall I was super impressed and can't wait to go back. As an FYI, there were a LOT of couples lol. I went with my cousin who was in town.