I've seen six or seven shows at The Comedy Vault. It's an intimate venue to see great touring…read morecomedians. I counted seats once and if I remember correctly there are around 160 seats. Since it is a smaller venue, the staff takes care of seating you when you arrive. The earlier you arrive, the closer to the stage you will be. For the most recent show we attended, we arrived about 30 minutes before the show and were seated to the far right of the stage. But from there we could still see the comedians with no problem. There is a two item drink or food requirement per person. Cocktails run around $15. They also have a variety of appetizers and desserts. The staff is friendly and professional. One of the things I appreciate is the club's no heckling rule. They ask that attendees do not speak to the performers during their set - unless they speak to you first. If you're looking for a fun night out, and a chance to see top notch comedy in a intimate venue, The Comedy Vault is the place for you!

Such a great little spot, a true gem. Larger names than you would expect at first glance come…read morehere, so don't sell it short! Also, lots of places nearby to grab food & drinks pre or post show, with easy parking options, too! Perhaps my favorite thing about this place is the quick and easy communication - I messed up an order once, picked the wrong day, (my fault), and I emailed them asking if they could fix it - it was an @gmail.com, so I wasn't sure how reliable that was, lol, but they responded quickly, and fixed my error, when they did not really have to. I really appreciated that! When I had questions about our larger group attending a show last weekend, they responded quickly, gave suggestions about good spots to go beforehand, and advice about when to arrive. You can tell its a real place, run by real people, who want to do good business so people return! There is a 2 item minimum for a show, does NOT have to be alcohol, just an FYI.

I've been to several shows here, and I always have a great time. So many laughs! I wish I had found…read moreit sooner!

So much fun! We laughed and truly enjoyed ourselves. Love the atmosphere and the owner is so very…read morewelcoming and personable. Hats off the groups and individuals who go up and perform the improv. So funny and entertaining. Will be going again and again!

Friendly staff and a variety of show options! Forget the high cost of going to a downtown Chicago…read moreshow, check out a locally owned comedy spot! Friends invited me to my first Improv show here and it was laughs the whole time! They have a full bar and fresh popcorn and snacks too. Lots of good restaurants nearby too. Already have plans for our next visit so hope to see you there!

The cast of High Maintenance at the Bit Theatre last weekend left no crumbs! The production…read morereverberated with excellent performances by all, with an especial spotlight on the spirited Vera, played by Cynthia Jackson Pearson!

Learned that the promotion tickets are not for the shows I want to see. Have enjoyed the shows so…read morefar. Staff are great and I pass the greeter a $5 for a front row seat at the stage. 2 item minimum and validated parking makes for an affordable evening. Easy online ordering with prices showing the total with all fees and tax. Easy check in with your name at the front desk, no tickets issued. Have never had anything but Coke and mixed nuts. They certainly keep everything spotless but they do keep you packed in like sardines.

I am incredibly disappointed with the service at the Rosemont location. Our party went to see a…read moreshow, and there was a strict two-drink minimum. We were happy to follow the rules, but our waitress completely vanished after taking our initial order. She did not return until just a few minutes before the show ended. Because of the policy, we were forced to order our second drinks right at the end. Instantly, we felt rushed to leave. Several people still had full drinks. A few of us were hurried out of the main room and handed plastic cups to finish our drinks outside. It is completely unfair to enforce a two-drink minimum but fail to provide the service required to meet it. Guests shouldn't have to hunt down a waitress while trying to enjoy a show. If you force people to buy drinks, your staff needs to actually show up.

I've been here a few times over the years. They have a lot of big names that come through. The…read moreparking sucks because it's part of the mall and there are restaurants nearby. I think if they were a stand alone building, the parking would not be as awful. After you park, they have two lines going into the building. One is general admission and the other is VIP. General admission was on the left and VIP was on the right. They are not labeled. VIP just means that you sit closer to the stage. Seats are like first come first serve. Btw when it is busier, they have people sitting in front of you at each table. They fill each table to the max. In general, I would recommend lining up at least 30-40 mins before the show begins, for better seating. After you sit down, you have to order two items per person. We just ordered two drinks each. It's kind of an asinine rule but I guess that's how they make their money. We ordered food in the past. Ever since then, we just grab food nearby before coming. Food was okay here. The drinks are not bad, the glasses are a good size so you can sip on it throughout the show. Service was good, although it could be better. It took awhile to receive our drinks. Depending on the comedian, you can get a free picture or you have to pay for one. Overall, it's like a 3.5 experience but 5 stars for the comedian. Meh, I'll give it 4 stars.

First Time In This Place watching a comedy show. We watched Jr De Guzman and he was so funny I…read moredidn't expect that very thankful that my friend invited me to go to the show we were in the second row table and the ticket was $53 which is super worth it. Parking was in an issue the place is small their stairs but there's also an elevator which I like the fact that it is small because it's more intimate that way and the comedian can actually interact with the audience. We didn't really try the food but there is a two drink minimum or an order of food so we just did two drinks it's a bit pricey so just need to expect that. The service was great the our server was always there checking up on us and asking what we needed so that's also a good thing. Will definitely come back and see more shows here. Happy watching!

Great Friday night improv show! Skits-n-Giggles performed…read moretonight and they did not disappoint. The show was so funny, good audience participation. This was a Halloween / spooky show with a twist. I am a big fan! The troupe rotates members so it's never the same show. The venue is small but very nice. This is also a dance studio. They offer drinks like beer, wine and soda. Snacks like popcorn, chocolate and fresh cookies. Staff is so nice. Tonight they did dancing after the show. Parking spaces are limited but a neighbor business ( The wreck room) allows parking in their lot. And the venue just added slot machines.

Omgoodess when to their New Year's Eve, Great Gatsby murder mystery event. Absolutely had a blast…read more From the minute we got our table we were emerged right in to the socialite world. So interactive. Highly recommend you won't be disappointed

I love seeing comedy here! The showcases are fantastic. The open mic is always fun too. The…read morevenue also has great food. They serve drinks and hookahs for an great night out.

From the owner: The Smoke Break is a weekly stand up comedy open mic and monthly showcase. We are located at the…read moreOasis Café 2009 Franciscan Way in West Chicago IL!

This place was pretty small and I was unsure of how it'd all turn out. But man the owne LIT IT UP!…read moreShe was the mc introducing all the comedians. This show is not for the faint of heart, we dont need any sallies coming in. It was raw unrated took shots at everyone and everything. I really enjoyed it. I can't remember names I am so bad but I was there June 5th. The first act oh man right out the bag came out strong and kept it coulda did better with more confidence, he will get there I know it. Again like x-rated not for sallies. Oh they are upgrading to a full bar too which is amazing pretty sure closing all july maybe august for it. But the owner really had it all there for you in terms of selections, very genius her setup! I applaud her she is a BAB!

This place is super freaking cute! It's small and very intimate. The owner was adorable and…read morehilarious! They had snacks you could purchase or you could bring your own in. They had a good selection of beers, premixed drinks, soda and water. The comedians they had were all hilarious. Had a great night! Can't wait to go again.

The atmosphere is okay. It's not great. The prices are outrageous. I saw a post that the owner…read morewas lowering prices. But it's still $9 for a lite beer. If that's lower...what the hell was it before? Cash only but at those prices, it's crazy. Either take a card or charge lower. Pick one. You charge cash to avoid paying taxes (it ain't a secret) but this place is banking off it. It's in Alsip for christ sake. The land of cheap motels and cemeteries. I think the place has potential. The problem is it gets away with what it's doing and has for 10+ years. Hopefully at some point they get the act together. A mixed drink a lady ordered was $25. Phew.

My experience was unacceptable. I purchased tickets for tonight's comedy show, drove 30 minutes to…read morethe venue, and then waited another 20 minutes outside with no response from anyone. Calls to (708-422-5055) went unanswered. There was zero communication, no staff present, and no updates to ticket holders. This is not how any reputable event should operate. My time and money were wasted due to poor management and a complete lack of accountability. Has anyone had to receive a refund for pre-sale tickets?

Theater of Western Springs is a wonderful night out where you can see a play that is as good as and…read moresometimes better than seeing a play on Broadway - and I have been to NYC. The actors are really good. Set's are professional, acting is stellar. Price of tickets is very very reasonable. If you want a fun night out, subscribe to TWS - please support this local theater.

The joy of participating in live theatre has been sucked out. Politics has taken over and only the…read more"chosen" can survive. After years of diligent volunteerism being snubbed for the last time has taken its toll. Don't go here to be seen, heard or developed. If you're not "golden" you're "gone."