Hunter S.
Yelp
No photos, as your phones get sealed in an envelope, but this is all I thought it would be!
The Village Underground is an extension of the famous Comedy Cellar (where Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, Kevin Hart etc. have been known to make impromptu appearances to try new material).
I went to the 10 PM show. I asked the door people the best time to come back, was told around 9:20. I was returned at 9:20 and was given a manilla envelope that said, "1/40" and told to come back in about another 20 minutes. This was apparently my seat assignment. As a single, I was sat in a chair that was part of a booth-like setup with two couples. It wasn't weird at all, seriously, and everyone just minded their business and watched the show. At first, filing us into the club seemed chaotic, but it went fast and I quickly figured out the process.
There doesn't seem to be a bad seat in the house. Intimate, but didn't seem crowded. Comedy Cellar and the associated venues use a showcase format, which is what makes them unique. You see around five or six comics in 10-15 minute blocks.
Most of the comics brought some laughs. I mainly went to see Greer Barnes, who has been around a long time and doesn't get the credit he deserves (Netflix, get this man a special!). Overall, I chuckled a lot and laughed out loud at Greer. Pretty decent comics.
There is a two drink minimum, it can be bottled water, apps, alcohol, soda. Cover varies. I went on a Tuesday so it was 14 bucks. On busy nights/weekends, it is usually 24 or 25 dollars. The drinks are fine. But you're not here for craft cocktails.
This is a fun experience. I plan to go again, not only to see Greer Barnes again, but see some of the other comedians at some of the other venues.
Staff was nice and helpful. Door people were welcoming and knew what they were doing.
Very affordable night of levity in the east/west village.