Food: No food but drinks were perfect strength- Vodka soda and Rum and coke…read more Service: Bar tender had on a great a banana shirt and was friendly. Ambiance: Underground vibe to it. Just as expected- folding chairs, intimate seating. Comfortably can seat about 100? Originally came for Interrogation but arrived early enough to catch The Best of show also. Interrogation was clever and funny. Best of show was mixed- some comics had a hard time pivoting to an audience demographic they were not expecting. Maybe rodeo brought a different crowd?

We went on the night for new material and it was all funny, I had a great time the drinks were…read moreaffordable. The crowd was nice, I definitely look forward to going back again.

Went to DC Improv Comedy Club to see Michael Blackson and had such a good time. I've been to a ton…read moreof shows here over the years and honestly it's always a great experience. The atmosphere is fun, the crowd energy is usually good, and it's one of my favorite spots in DC for comedy shows. Just don't forget there is a two item minimum once you're seated, so definitely keep that in mind before you go. Other than that, it's always a good time and I'll definitely keep coming back for more shows.

Dropped in with coworkers for amateur night and we had a wonderful time. The servers were attentive…read moreand our glasses were never empty. Amateur night had no cover but there is a minimum purchase of two items from either the drink or food menu. We ordered nachos and fries for the table, and the food doesn't disappoint. I loved the nachos. We thoroughly enjoyed the night and the venue. We sat in the middle and close to the front and our view was unobstructed. Highly recommend for a fun and funny night out during the middle of the week.

Such a great spot! The comedians are lovely, the space is so intimate and you are naturally just…read moredrawn into the action. I can't wait to return!

- Small enough space that we can all see properly but big enough that we have enough room to sit…read morearound - Helpful staff - Fun way to spend the night on weekdays! - Air conditioned - Smells a little weird inside

great fun show. they have some cool tricks and lors of laughs. We went for date night and had a…read moregreat time.

This review is for the show at the Writers Center, Bethesda, MD, which doesn't seem to have a Yelp…read morepage of its own. I recognize that the Magic Duel takes huge pride in 5 star reviews on Yelp, which I deeply respect. But I did wish that we had seen the show in a different venue. I am no stage expert, but lights and sound do matter a lot in delivery of a magic show for a skeptic like me, going because the significant other loves magic shows. With better lighting, things would have been more "magical" (thinking bottles.) I was also surprised that a bubble artist, as good as she was in her profession, was considered a magician. After some quick research, you will end up at Magic Duel in this genre, so please go to Dupont or Georgetown.

We decided to catch a show last minute and were able to get tickets! It was very crowded, and the…read moreshow started a little late, but I actually appreciated that because it gave everyone more time to get seated. I was initially worried that we wouldn't get good service since we weren't sitting at a table, but the waitstaff were incredibly organized and efficient. They clearly knew exactly what they were doing, and the service was timely and attentive, even with such a full crowd. Everyone was taken care of, and drinks were served without distracting from the show. I was really impressed with how smoothly everything ran--it made it easy to relax and enjoy the evening!

I attended the 9:30 p.m. show on August 2, 2026. Although the show was scheduled to begin at 9:30…read morep.m., guests were encouraged to arrive early because general admission seating was first come, first served. I arrived around 8:50 p.m., expecting to have plenty of time to check in and get seated. From the moment I arrived, the event was disorganized. A staff member checked me in and directed me downstairs to wait in the bar area until seating began. There were multiple groups of guests with different seating options, but there appeared to be no clear system for checking people in or seating them. The process was confusing and poorly managed. To make matters worse, one staff member became so frustrated that he began cursing at guests. Watching an employee lose his composure and direct his frustration toward customers was completely unprofessional. Guests were not allowed into the seating area until around 10:20 p.m., nearly an hour after the scheduled start time. Even then, many people were still waiting outside. It appeared the venue had oversold the event and did not have enough seating for everyone. Whether the issue was the promoter or the venue's management, the event was mishandled from the beginning. After waiting for so long with no clear communication, I decided to leave. I wasn't willing to waste any more of my evening, especially since the venue also enforced a two item minimum for food or drinks. Expecting customers to continue spending money while failing to provide a well organized event only made the experience more frustrating. I came to support a talented artist, but the venue's poor organization overshadowed the entire evening. Unfortunately, after this experience, I will not be returning.

Entering went smoothly and glad I brought my actual id. They required it. Usually I show a pik on…read morethe phone. Actors are super friendly. You are greeted with a shot upon entering. Ordering another could not be any easier. Hit QR code, pick, Apple Pay, drink in hand within minutes. Theater was well decorated but a little chilly. The show itself was so entertaining!!! I had a lot of fun. I laughed. Lots of hilarious puns on DC, sexual innuendos, and horror movie references. Very witty!! Highly recommend!!!

I purchased this and only told my husband what we were going to a comedy thing. We both had such…read morean amazing time. He later told me that when we first whot there he didn't have a high hopes, but ended up having a much better time than what he expected. It's so fun to see everything decorated. It really helps the mood. 100% would do it again.

Really enjoyed the show. A lot of funny comedians and great food drinks and music. Would recommend…read moreit for a cheap date night in the city.

From the owner: At the DC Comedy Clubhouse, we aim to bring customers the most enjoyable comedy experience…read morepossible. Our diverse lineup of comedians are sure to have you laughing out loud. Come see why the DC region has produced so many comedy greats such as Dave Chappelle, Wanda Sykes, Martin Lawrence, Whitney Cummings, Patton Oswalt, and more.

I have been going to the overachievers comedy show since it was at brass monkey, in Adams Morgan…read more Long before it had gotten so much popularity. I am so happy to see their show's only gotten bigger and better! Martin Amini, the host, has truly worked hard to get their show to were they are at now. He is truly one of the sweetest, most humble, and obviously funniest guys I know! I have never been disappointed with any of their shows. They're so well known now that comedians fly in from out of state. My friends and I went to their show last night and did not stop laughing. Their head liner, James Davis AKA "hood adjacent", had us laughing so hard, the entire time that our stomachs, and cheeks were hurting by the end of the show. Even their opening acts, one funnier than the last. Can't emphasize how much fun we had here. Their next show is on March 8th. Get your ticket! Take your friends! You won't regret it! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-overachievers-comedy-show-hosted-by-martin-amini-tickets-42749357479?aff=erelexpmlt

I can't say enough good things about this comedy show! I almost don't want to post this review…read morebecause its my secret happy spot, but these guy are too good to not spread the gospel: you will laugh, you will cry (tears of laughter), and you will have a heck of a good time (and maybe even win some beats by Dre!). There is a rotating line up of comedians (normally about 6) and one main "headliner" who has a somewhat longer set and is also normally a bigger name. The comedians are great, Martin is an incredible and super funny host, and DJ Bo is like wow, just amazing! DJ Bo, who keeps the music running all night is INCREDIBLE! Every time I am there all I think is "where can I go to see this man spin beats???" This week I learned the answer to that is Cloak and Dagger, so you're welcome, peoples :) The venue is intimate, they serve drinks and some snacks. Its better to get tickets on line in advance because it SELLS OUT and I have seen the line go out the door and people get turned away. You are guaranteed a feel-good night of laughs with the Overachievers Comedy Show :) ps. even though the address for the theatre is 13th street, the entrance is actually on L St.

Wow I can't even count the number of shows I've seen here in my lifetime. As I'm originally from…read morePittsburgh, it was nothing to make the drive to catch some of our favorite bands performing. This old school punk venue has been around since the early 80s and I started seeing shows here in my late teens. The history behind this place is just mind-blowing and incredible. To me it's one of the best places to see a live band. The sound is spot on. I've seen Fugazi (sadly never got to see Minor Threat), Bad Brains, and several other bands here. Iconic and legendary venue... for music lovers it's a must at least once to see a performance here.

Solid concert venue in a convenient location in DC. Parking is available on surrounding streets if…read moreyou arrive early enough. You can also pay for a parking pass through their website but the lot only opens up an hour beforehand so be sure to plan your evening with that in mind. We ended up parking on the street for only $3 since we arrived early to grab dinner nearby. The entry line was super long and literally went around the block but it moved surprisingly fast. Staff was friendly and helpful at the door. The inside was dark when we arrived and it would've been nice to have some house lights so people could find their way around the venue a little easier. The AC was cranking and the temp was comfortable. Upstairs has standing room and some bleachers which provides a good view with less of a crowd. Their VIP area looks nice and I'd be interested in splurging next time for a seat and a better view. There's bars downstairs and upstairs and even some food concessions. Getting out of the venue from the balcony was a bit stressful with only one way out. It makes you imagine what would happen if you needed to get out in a rush... other than that, it's a good space.

Hot Girl Summer was FUN! Thanks to one of my fine suitors for putting me onto this way cool comedy…read moreclub. My date was big on comedy shows and knew just about every new and up n' coming artist. He traveled all over the country to see these cool comedians. I literally wouldn't have learned about this place without him! After dinner we came here. To know the story is to appreciate this place. I'm not spoiling the story so come check them out yourself! Service: Good! Family oriented! Food: No food here. BYOB and Food. I would definitely come back! Soon too! Warning: it's small but joyful! Ladies: Dress is chill! I was in my best attire and honestly felt out of place. No dresses required. I was over dressed! Wish I would have known to tone it down.

I was in DC visiting my daughter, and we decided to check out one of these comedy shows. Needless…read moreto say, it was one of the best decisions we made all week! The comedians were hilarious, and so much of the material was relatable. The room was diverse and filled with easy-going people who came ready to laugh and can actually take a joke! I will definitely make this a staple every time I visit DC. I also love the BYOB concept. Such a fun night and a great way to experience comedy in the city. Highly recommend!