Great service! We went on a Saturday night and we laughed non stop! The comedians were great! Highly coming here for a date or a friendly hangout read more

A great night from the mean door man . To how the setting is . The staff have nice service, food is good . Best part there is the comedy . At lest 4 people come up and make you laugh for 1.5 hours. Great night out read more

I've been to this place before. The comic line up was pretty good the night we went. I didn't try the food but my friend said the wings and fries were very good. Like any other comedy clubs, there are not much leg room unless you are sitting at the aisle. When I went to the lady's washroom almost none of the toilets were flushed, I'm not sure if the water pressure was bad or slow or if it was the users, management should check it out. read more

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Cancelled the show because if a flood? I assume broken pipe. We drove 4 hours and had 45 minutes on foot to find a place. Got second city and Thank god for that! It was awesome read more

I love this comedy bar. First of all they are extremely well organized. There's lots of space and seating. The staff is excellent. As a huge comedy fan, I was so pleased that they put on a proper professional show. And the MC was hilarious. And then they had Three comedians who came out and did a really solid 10 minute sets. Which was followed up by a fantastic headliner. I will definitely go there again. read more

In a darkened, musky basement at Yonge and Rglinton, one can participate in a collective consciousness of enjoying some stand up and a few drinks. Tonight, there were three performers and the MC, and while it seemed there were more misses than hits, the crowd seemed to be lovely and appreciative of the efforts of the comics giving an earnest effort. There was a point in the show where this poor fellow from Elliot Late became a bit enthusiastic and was the recipient of a public scolding by the one female performer. While the crowd erupted in cheers I felt a bit dismayed that he was called out in such a fashion. You might also catch yourself looking down at your watch in the midst of reductive, dry and unfunny bits. Overall, the venue is perfect for an occasion to participate in something a bit different. I believe there are different pricing for different days of the week, and Saturday night it was $20/each. On our way out, we were given. A 2 for 1 coupon for a return visit that must be used by a certain time. read more

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Omg I am a comedian and I love headlining Absolute Toronto ! The food, the staff, the fans!!!! It's the BEST!!! read more

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Having passed this place numerous times, I finally had the chance to go. Located on Yonge/Eglinton, this place is way bigger than I thought. The front has the bar and table seating. The back is the comedy club. Buy your tickets inside (check the website for pricing as different dates throughout the week have different prices). You can definitely pack a lot of people in the comedy club. It is a tight squeeze between tables though, but all the servers make it look easy to bring your food/drinks. I didn't order food, but just drinks so I can't really comment on the taste, but looking at the menu they have the typical burgers, apps variety plate (chicken fingers, fries, etc). Just note, if you want water..it is not free. They charge $2 a bottle. Of course it is hit or miss with the comics. We had 3 comics...I believe the show is about 90 minutes. Overall we had a good group of comics so the evening was fun. I would definitely recommend people come here and check this place out - drinks and a laugh....what could be better than that? read more

Great experience all around tonight, from the service of the staff to the comedians. We got the dinner and show option (the $43 price quoted on the site covers taxes and tip), which was nice because the dinner was self-serve AYCE and since it "forced" us to arrive a bit earlier than show-only customers, we ended up getting first dibs on where we wanted to sit! Our guide, knowing that it's our first time at a comedy club, kindly recommended some excellent seats to us, for which I'm super grateful. The atmosphere once inside the theatre was excellent; the little candles created great ambience. The room filled up quite quickly given that it was a Saturday night, and overall it was a really cozy and lively atmosphere. Our server was excellent, checking on us several times throughout the night, yet somehow wasn't disruptive at all either. The highlight of the night, the comedians, were all fantastic - they had the room laughing all throughout the show, I had moments where I had to wipe laughter tears off, and overall it definitely put my party in a great mood. This was the perfect intro to live standup comedy for us and there's no better way to kick off the weekend with an evening of laughs and drinks and good cheer. Would definitely recommend and come back! read more

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This was the third comedy bar that I've been to in Toronto and I absolutely loved it! Pun intended! I laughed my butt off. I went with two girlfriend's on a Friday night. The place was packed. The seating was great; you could see and eat from every seat in the house. Service was frequent and friendly. The drinks were strong, and decently priced. The nachos were great too - our second choice, since they ran out of the spinach and artichoke dip before the show even started (weird!). I was surprised they only had bottled water though. I thought it was a condition of their liquor license that they have to have free water available. Bit of a rip off there in my opinion. read more

Absolute Comedy - Nachos - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

I've come here twice now - once on a Wed (pro am night for $5) and again on a Saturday (dinner and show for $27 not including tax and tip). Had a great experience both times. Well worth it for the money you're paying. First time I went, we didn't make a reservation. We got seated near the back cause all the closer better seats are saved for people who made reservations. Spots were decent nonetheless, and there were a lot of comedians on for Wed. Some were really funny, some weren't as funny - but overall good quality of comedians keeping in mind it's pro am night (mix of pros and amateurs). Saturday was great. Host and headliner were really funny. Show alone would've been $15 if we didn't do the dinner and show package. Dinner was good! It was from 6-7pm, and show started at 8. It's buffet with salad, veggies, pasta, lasagna, roast beef and mashed potatoes. I really enjoyed the salad bar (lettuce, tomato, cucumber, carrots) with the 4 dressing options. The cheese on the pasta was good, and the mashed potatoes were actually really tasty. I wasn't impressed by the roast beef or lasagna. Make sure you start eating early enough, cause they don't refill the buffet items. Dessert was bite-sized butter tarts, carrot cake, and brownie. Overall, this is a great way to spend an evening, and I'd say is good value. Some things to keep in mind: Box office is cash only They don't serve tap water in the comedy seating area (which I entirely disagree with, especially if you're serving alcohol) - but they do sell bottled water for $2 read more

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Taking a reservation seems to be like talking with the dictator of GoAwayAStan. The seats are very uncomfortable and the food is cheap and bland. As for the comedians... they are pretty darn funny. I've heard they can be hit or miss but the few times I've gone I guess I've been lucky on that part. Part of me wants to give this a lower rating with the issues but since there are so few places with good comedians I just can't. read more

Absolute Comedy - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

My wife and I had an incredible time last Sunday night watching Tracey MacDonald perform! She was hilarious and we were still laughing at some of her jokes on the way home. Next time she's in Toronto, don't miss out on TMAC! She's my favorite female comedian! read more

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Best comedy club in Toronto. Decent food and drinks if only a little tiny bit too expensive. Show depends on the comedians they have on stage but that is true of all comedy shows and it is usually a good show here. read more

I love going to see comedy shows, but haven't always enjoyed the venues that host them. This place is great, because you can go a bit early and play a game of pool and have a few drinks before/after the show. Their drinks are reasonably-priced and the staff very friendly. It's great having a venue for stand-up in my neighbourhood and I will become a regular here for sure. Great place to see local talent. Excellent location at Yonge-Eglinton. They do a buffet dinner for groups at a very good price - not five-star food, but quite good for what you pay. The room holds more than 200 people, so if you are looking for a place to go with a big group, I would highly recommend this place. Just a note if you plan on attending - please be courteous and keep quiet when the comics are on stage. It's very disrespectful to them and the rest of the patrons who are paying to hear the comics - not you/your group! I was very disappointed to hear a group of people sitting close to the stage, and they would not shut up - to the point where one of the comics had to ask them to be quiet because they were so loud. If you need to socialize with your friends that badly, please choose another option instead of live comedy. read more

Beats Yuk Yuks! My favorite place to catch some laughs after a long work week. Entrance price is cheaper than a movie ticket and food is even cheaper. Delicious too, go for the nachos (huge) or poutine if you just want a snack. The MCs are always great and line ups usually awesome, especially when Trixx is featured! read more

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My friend won tickets to see the Saturday night show. Arrived around 10pm to pick up our tickets from the box office (cash only). They have a bar area with seating and billiards before you enter the main seating area. Stand up comedy in Toronto (or any bigger city for that matter) is always a hoot. The seating is somewhat cramped, and you're practically touching elbows with the guy beside you, but nonetheless, a good time. A pitcher of sangria was $25 but it was cheaply made and didn't have any fruits - that's right, not even of the frozen variety...just lots of ice. Friends' wings smelled delicious and our server was accommodating. Bring your own water, as the only water they serve here is bottled water - for $2 each. Park further north along Yonge to avoid the LRT nightmare - paid parking is enforced only until 10PM, or take the TTC. read more

I always have a great time here. The comics are 90% great (I've seen a couple of misses) and their drink and food prices are not exorbitant. This is a really great place to spend an evening with friends or on a date. The only thing I don't really like is the fact that service during the show is kind of slow. They don't seem to have enough staff for all the big parties, so you tend to wait a bit for drinks, unless you got a pitcher with one friend. Some tips: - Always make a reservation - Remember your reservation number - Bring exact cash If everyone does this, that obnoxious line to pick up tickets would be way shorter. read more

Absolute Comedy - Comedy Clubs Near Me - Toronto, Ontario

The newest and arguably best comedy club in Toronto brings comedy back to a bustling Toronto neighbourhood that is no stranger to laughs. The former home of the Yuk-Yuk's Super-Club, the entire operation has been made over to provide a showroom designed for comedy. Patterned off the hugely successful Absolute Comedy club found in Ottawa (http://www.yelp.ca/biz/absolute-comedy-ottawa), the showroom boasts space for well over 200. Like its Ottawa counterpart, a main bar and dining area allow for pre-dinner meals and dinner packages, and post-show drinks with free pool and foozball. And for a comedy club, the food is quite tasty as well (either the regular burger or the Buffalo chicken burger filling the hole nicely). Wednesday nights are the Pro-Am nights where amateurs and professionals alike take the stage trying out new material. The week's host brings the acts to the stage and the headliner for the week does a brief sample set to allow you to see the type of comedy that will be heard throughout the weekend. Tuesday nights are becoming more and more popular with theme shows helping to fill out the week. Every second Tuesday, Andrew Evans hosts "The Dark Show", a night of comedy where the material is, well, dark. You've been warned. A couple of other warnings: You need to call for reservations, and if you're really unfortunate, you'll see me taking the stage. If you see me, say hi. Once I'm done. read more

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What a gem! Had an awesome night. The main act Pete Zedlacher had me in tears! The staff was great. The food was good. All in all a great night! I would highly recommend this. read more

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This establishment illegally refuses to serve you free tap water. They have a liquor licence and therefore are required to serve tap water for free. read more

I've been to Absolute Comedy a few times and have always had a great laugh. I've only been with one other friend, so we always get seats really close to the stage. The atomsphere is always lively. The only bad thing I could say about this place is when we ordered our food (nachos and a pitcher of beer, which was nothing spectacular, but good nonetheless) our waitress came around and said last call. We said we were done ordering. We expected her to come around with our bill. The show ended 10 minutes later and we still hadn't recieved our bill. We had to wait another 10 minutes after the show was done while she sorted out the bills. Maybe she was new, but it was really disorganized. Other than that it's a great place to go. The food is decently priced and comes out pretty fast. Everyone there all want to have a good time and you leave happy with a sore face from smiling so much. read more

Went on a Friday night with my girlfriend. We had front row seats and it was an absolute laugh. Would come again

I am a frequent patron at Absolute Comedy and have yet to have a negative experience. The comedians are always top tier, the service is excellent, and there isn't a bad seat in the house. Whenever anyone is looking for a fun evening out, I always recommend Absolute Comedy. Best comedy club in Toronto! read more

An underground venue which seemed very- very outdated. The menu only offered junk food, the comedians were very depressing and bArely funny. With only the headliner who got a few laughs... The drink options were minimal and the seating was uncomfortable, although every seat had a good view of the tiny stage the seats were terrible (old, hard and unsteady) Many seemed un pleased with having to share their table with strangers. The waitress we had was quick and organized. Definitely not an upscale place lol! But an ok thing to do when there's nothing else going on I guess... read more

Hands down the best time in the city for $5! A group of us went for a b-day party Tuesday night and I was able to park for free across the street on Orchard View, the service was super-attentive and the acts were all good. I mean obviously humour is subjective, but overall I felt that it was definitely worth the price of admission. Yes, it is a bit of a dive, the seats are hard (which I don't mind), it is a little cramped (or some might call it "intimate" :)), and I had to sit with my head turned the whole night, but you can't beat that price for live entertainment! Our b-day balloon was in the way a bit so a server took it but brought it back at the end of the night. The food was a bit overpriced and the music was a bit too loud, but I would still recommend it as a fun, economical night out. read more

We had a really terrible experience. I can't name one thing that I didn't hate other than the headlining comedian who was entertaining at most but I didn't have any laugh out loud moments. The place was out of salad. Out of SALAD. That means that their kitchen can't produce anything properly! Even after back and forth frustration and "accommodation" I was so upset and nothing was accommodated for me. I ended up settling for their grilled chicken burger but the bun was burnt, there were no vegetables because they're out of salad so there were no toppings! It was a dry piece of chicken on a burnt piece of bread! Not only that but they charge for refills! This is after we spoke with management three seperate times to ensure that their kitchen would be prepared because we also have a food allergy in our party. It just seemed like an embarrassing oversight by their kitchen "management". Besides the food, it was freezing inside. The music that was playing before the show started was terrible and obnoxiously loud to the point that my boyfriend sitting right next to me couldn't hear what I was saying. We wanted to leave before the show even started. I will say that our server tried her best to work things out and be sympathetic, but I was really surprised that I was charged full price for a meal that was only half-finished by the kitchen, and even for a refill. It's the little things that make service stand out and unfortunately this was a huge fail for me. I will definitely not be back. It's so not worth it, and I feel played and ripped off. read more

I love this place! AC is conveniently located just north of Eglinton subway station. The venue is spacious and the atmosphere is even better. Even though I was tucked away in a corner, I could still see, hear, and enjoy the comedians. Plus, for $6 on a Wednesday, you can't go wrong. read more

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SO much better than Yuk Yuks! I couldn't stop laughing. It's recommended that you arrive early for the show and there's good reason for that: you'll want good seats! Otherwise, prepare to be comedic fodder :) Entrance fee and drinks are so reasonable for such a great time. We saw Arthur Simeon and Andrew Vaughan: A+++ would return! read more

Stand up comedy can be hit or miss. The show I saw was a hit! It was one hilarious comedian after another. The acts could have been on much bigger comedy circuits. When I called to make reservations the lady who took my reservations was super nice and even remembered I called when I came in. I got an order of wings which were decent. Not the nicest looking place inside, very dated, but I guess that's what comedy clubs look like. read more

I've been here quite a few times and I've never had a bad time. Everything about the place is affordable including admission, drinks and food. You can easily go here and have a good night for $40. The comedians are also good. Staff here is also amazing so friendly and helpful. We usually order some finger foods here as it's always nice to have a snack while enjoy some drinks. I've never actually had a meal here but the appetizers are all basic deep fried pre made appetizers and it's perfect for the venue. read more

Being the math nerd that I am, I'm going to start this with a lame math joke. "Absolute" in math will turn a negative into a positive and keep a positive positive. Absolute comedy does exactly that, it will turn a negative mood into a positive mood or if you're already in a good mood, it will maintain/extend that good mood. If you understood that joke, then let's have a math party and if you didn't, can I please hang out with you because I want to be as cool as you. :-) Seriously, here's the breakdown: Likes - much cheaper than Yuk Yuk's and Second City. Will still keep you laughing. For an entertainment venue, drinks and food aren't totally insane prices. Food is served relatively fast, as is food and the servers are always walking around to make sure you are satisfied. Dislikes: Not many, but kind of odd how they will take credit/debit for the food, but not for the box office. Find it odd Verdict: Great cheap night out. read more

The only thing wrong with this club is the owner and the management. I got free VIP passes (Not good on Fridays or Saturdays? What does VIP stand for exactly - Very Insignificant Patron?). They make you call a day ahead and give your credit card number and threaten that if you don't show up a minimum of 30 minutes before show time, they will charge your card the full amount. Then, you arrive at the show and, no matter how much food and drinks you order, they will not give you a glass of tap water. Bottled water only. This is a rip-off and it's also not environmentally friendly. To top it off - while watching the show, a staff member came over and told us to keep it down or he'd kick us out - when it was clearly the group of eight obnoxious people sitting in front of us who were heckling the comedian - not my date and I who were equally annoyed with those people and just trying to enjoy the show ourselves. The management of this place really disgusts me. Now, I only go when I get free passes and refuse to buy anything inside. It's unfortunate because the comedians themselves are always very funny, servers are generally nice and the food is decent. I really wish the management would change their tune. They make going to a comedy club miserable - and who would have thought that was possible? I wish this was still the old Yuk Yuk's. I really prefer their management - even if the prices are higher. read more

A lot of fun, a lot of laughs, and a lot of good times! I've been here several times in the last several years with groups of friends and we always have a good laugh. It's a great place for a date, as there are also other great restaurants near by to check out, and it's a great place to go for birthdays or special events. Warning: If you sit in or near the front row, you will likely get picked on! I don't believe I've eaten here before, but I've had drinks. Best would be to get beer. The mixed drinks aren't the greatest. I've had beer, house wine, and bloody caesar. The caesar was too sweet and there was nothing special about it--no celery stick. Also, if you order water, they'll tell you that they serve only bottled water, so there is no way to order just a glass from the tap! All in all, I come for the entertainment, not so much for anything else. They also have amateur/pro nights on Wednesdays for $6, Thursdays & Sundays are $10, and Fridays & Saturday nights are $15. On Saturdays, they have two shows, one at 8pm and the other at 10:45pm. Try to arrive 30 min early to check-in and reserve your seats! read more

There seems to be a trend in comedy clubs and the people running it being jerks. They asked us to be there at 8:30 for the 9:00 show. So we show up a little late at 8:40, no big deal... The first thing the guy at the ticket counter says is "you're late"... Not a very nice way to greet paying customers. In any case, we had a reservation and our table was waiting for us so there wasn't any need to rush. The show itself was good. The MC was actually the best act of the night with the 2nd act coming in close 2nd. Surprisingly, amid all the hype, the main act wasn't all that great. I guess humour is a personal thing and I'm sure others enjoyed it. Overall a pretty good experience and I'm sure I'll be back someday. read more

Every single time I come here I end up with sore cheeks from laughing so hard. I have come here several times on a wednesday and on a Saturday. More recently I filled out their survey 2 years ago and actually won 10 free tickets so that was a Bonus. The comedians are all hilarious and the service and drinks are all on point! Live comedy is not easy so come out and see some real talent! read more

Highlights: - Great location. 5 min walk from Yonge/Eglinton Subway Station. - Good couple of hours of entertainment for a reasonable price. (Prices range from $6 on Wednesdays to $15 on Saturdays.) - They serve A-OK pub food, and again for reasonable prices. And if you don't want to eat at Absolute, you'll have plenty of options to choose from in the neighbourhood. Tips: - If you plan to go to the club on a Saturday night, make sure you call in advance, reserve your seats and show up early to choose your seats. - Cheap tickets on Wednesday nights! ($6!) - Make sure you fill out that survey they give you at the end! Just like they tell you, someone will be chosen from the filled survey to win free tickets for the next show. - Avoid the stage side tables. This will keep you off the comedian's radar and you won't hurt your neck looking up for 90 minutes Food: B Service: B+ Food presentation: B Atmosphere: B+ Prices: B Recommended?: Yes read more

What better way to start off the long weekend than with some laughs. Me and some friends ended up going to Absolute Comedy last night and it was great! We ended up ordering curly fries, a poutine and beer because theres nothing better than having a little snack while listening to jokes. When we got our food my buddy realized our waitress didnt bring a fork for his poutine. He asked for one and she said she'll bring it right away. While he was waiting he ended up eating the fries in the corners that didnt have any gravy. Ten minutes goes by and he says "I guess I'm not getting that fork." About another ten minutes goes by and she ends up coming to our table and says oh yeah the fork. When she brought the fork we were all set and the laughs continued. Overall we had a great time. I am sure they'll see us again. read more

This place would get 4 stars from me if it wasn't for one issue: they only serve bottled water. That's right, you must pay if you want a drink of the agua. They will not serve you water out of the tap, even if you ask nicely, or if you're feeling dehydrated after a 5-km run, or if you just drank 5 shots of tequila in rapid succession and you're approaching a dangerous level of alcohol toxicity. The venue is good, the prices are good, the comedians have always been well worth the price of admission. But come on guys! This isn't Europe! It's somewhat cruel and unusual to not serve tap water. This policy has to go. read more

Fun time a friend had some tickets for a show and I had some free time why not. Right at the corner of Yonge and Eglinton under a bar is this comedy hall. Good laugh good food fully licensed bar. My wife ordered cranberry and soda, I had a bottle of water and 2 Johnnie walkers. When I asked for 2 cups of hot water for my wife the server said they charge hot water at the same price as tea and said that's a double charge, I wasn't to thrilled that they would charge and it wasn't like we didn't order anything and just asked for water. That's my reason for my 2 star rating. Other wise service was good comics were good. read more