Improv Comedy Club
For almost 50 years, this legendary club has been introducing some of the greatest comedians of all time to the stand-up scene, including Eddie Murphy, Ellen DeGeneres, Adam Sandler and Dave Chappelle. Jay Leno himself helped paint the ceiling, and you may recognize the signature brick-wall backdrop. The joint fills up every night of the week, but the more intimate venue means that every seat is a good vantage point for the show.
Laugh Factory
Los Angeles magazine says, “Many clubs claim to be world-famous, but the Laugh Factory actually earned the title.” Some of the biggest names in the business have been shaking up the stage at this iconic establishment for more than three decades. If you can’t be there for the show, watch highlights on the website. In Dec. 2010, Laugh Factory snagged the Guinness World Record for "Longest Continuous Stand Up Comedy Show" with more than 130 comedians performing for 80 hours straight.Comedy Store
One show at this Sunset Strip club features a whopping 16 headlining acts appearing back-to-back-to-back. It’s impossible to miss the all-black landmark building with the names of notable performers around the entrance.
M.I.’s Westside Comedy Theater
This Santa Monica funny house is home to one of the most popular touring improv groups in the country, Mission IMPROVable. M.I.’s also hosts comedy classes most days of the week, and you can even test your own jokes during open mic time on Saturdays.
Comedy & Magic Club
Every Sunday, “Tonight Show” host Jay Leno gets back to his stand-up roots with an intimate audience of only 10 people. Catch the club's other signature show “10 Comedians for $10” on many Friday nights.
Jon Lovitz Comedy Club
SNL alumn Jon Lovitz now operates his own eponymous club at Universal Studios CityWalk Hollywood. The regular lineup includes Adam Corolla on Thursdays and ever-popular “Jay & Silent Bob Get Old” on Fridays as well as special guests throughout the week.
ACME Comedy Theatre
Six resident troupes perform weekly sketch comedy and improv shows — now-famous comedians to come from its ranks are Fred Armisen and Joel McHale. The audience is invited to participate in the hilarity at the high-tech, 100-seat theater.
Ice House Comedy Club
Laughter has been rolling at this Pasadena comedy outlet for more than 50 years. The club offers stand-up classes as well as a great birthday package, which includes free admission and a discount for friends.
