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There's no other place like the Helium in the city, where you can find local up-and-comers to SNL cast members. Their venue is split between two spaces, the main room and the upstairs. There is no elevator to the upper venue, so keep this in mind. The nearest parking is the Circle City Mall Blue Garage, which is usually affordable but they will often have event rates for it. Upon entry, they do a security and ID check, so make sure to bring a smaller bag and have everything else ready (keys out of pockets, ID in hand). I don't know for certain that they have a bag size limit but it makes security clearance smoother when you have a smaller bag. There is a bar in front of each venue where you can hang out before you're seated. There is a 2 item minimum for the showrooms and items ordered at the bars do not count towards this. If you don't want to order two items, I have heard they charge a $6 "non item" to meet this requirement for you. I think it's better to have the items anyway, because they have some good food there. My service can be hit or miss here, depending on the crowd size. However, my most recent visit was disappointing because we were the very first people in the main room and our server had not checked on us in over 30 minutes after we got our drinks, and then it was over 30 minutes again before we got our food. Like there were people who were already done with their food before we had a chance to order. The staff are always friendly though. I was just getting rather hangry about it. I'll definitely be back here eventually, but this is more of the occasional outing all costs considered.
Helium is always fun and if you don't get a chance to go, you should. Attentive service and a good comedy club experience. They have a variety of food options for everyone with cozy seating. I always recommend this place!
Now that Crackers has officially closed, I'm glad there is still a place downtown for comedy shows! Getting into the venue was MESSY. We arrived nearly an hour early and were still late getting inside. You will be waiting inside the mall, so at least it is indoors and you are not standing in the cold or the heat depending on the time of the year. Also, it was possible it was just a big headliner that caused the traffic issues? The will call process was literally a sheet of paper and was glacially slow. Hopefully they do more virtual tickets in the future. The food you order comes out quickly -- shout out to the kitchen! They are on top of their game. The food and drinks are overpriced, but understandably the business needs to charge a certain amount to stay afloat. If you are in the "upstairs" room, please note it is VERY cozy. If you are claustrophobic, it might not be for you. The front row was literally on stage. Also, the stairs to get to the upstairs room are slightly treacherous -- watch your step!
I love this place! Top notch staff and performers. Easy to reserve tickets. Always have a great time. My advice is to order beer or a canned drink. The mixed drinks are not made well. At my last visit there were two guys talking loudly during the show and they were removed. I was grateful because the experience was being ruined for me as I couldn't hear the comedian. Good job staff.
My first visit here was to see Josh Johnson and even so I arrived around the time the doors opened, the line was forever long already. Wow. There check in was a bit on the slow side, with ALL tickets having to be found manually. Once I got my ticket, I checked in with the host, who decides where you get to sit and then someone escorts you to your table. Be aware that it's gonna be tight. Tiny tables and lots of people. Waitstaff came quickly once I was seated. And my order arrived very fast also. My Barbie cocktail was on the weak side, but still delicious. Be aware that any purchases at the bar do NOT count towards your 2 item minimum. I had ordered just the chips and salsa and also some queso with that. That was just meh as far as taste goes. Payment was easy and quick. The show however was spectacular, which is the main reason for my visit.
Make sure to park in the parking garage near Georgia St. It was easy access to the venue. It was easy getting in. You're checked by security at the door. Provided with a wristband. We had decent seats. I was scared to be sitting up close. But it was worth it. The food was okay. The drinks could've been better. The bathroom was clean. The table was a little rocky so we asked the waitress to put coasters under the legs. I'd visit again. I had a great time.
My husband and I bought tickets to see Quinn Dale on a Saturday night. This was our first time here. We had a blast!!! The place is cozy, with what looked like great seats no matter where you were. The servers were on point! I ordered a something Barbie drink that was really good along with the chicken sandwich & fries. My husband ordered the Philly and he said it was really good. We laughed the whole show, it was amazing! I can't wait to come back!
Good times! Pretzel bites not warm though. Drinks reasonably priced. Staff is always friendly.
Upon entering into the venue, the vibe was great. I loved the decor and atmosphere that it gives. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. We ordered the Caesar Salad and the Mozzarella Cheese Sticks. The food was absolutely amazing! The salad was such a great portion for price and the cheese sticks were super cheesy!! Their drinks are very tasty and have a wide variety of options to choose from (they also sell non-alcoholic drinks). The comedian's are so so funny and gives you a great laugh! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting a good comedy night with great food/drinks and entertainment. For my first experience, this is gonna be hard to top!
Drinks were phenomenal, the staff were great, the comedy was golden, and you get to experience that true comedy club feeling. The image of the Indy backdrop makes it unique and fitting for the city. The front lobby is inviting and has a bar as well.
Get ready to have abs of steel after laughing so hard at Helium! The set up of Helium is perfect for shows. Their seats are spacious and the tables aren't too close together like some other comedy clubs. Our waitress was very nice, but the service was slow. I know many people show up at different times which ends up clogging up the bar and kitchen. We ordered cocktails at the beginning of the show and beer in the middle. The beer was a little flat. Then we ordered fries in the middle of the show and they came out in less than 2 minutes and we're old and soft. I was disappointed that we just got the leftovers from the start of the show. The comedians were fantastic and did a great job entertaining! We will definitely be going back to see other shows!
Open Mic Nights are great for a midweek laugh! You will obviously sometimes laugh more than others, however, the overall experience is definitely worth the $5 cover! Ever wonder what the beginning of your favorite comedian's career was like... this gives you a glimpse into how they got started and what it's like for them to try out new material. Enjoy the show, you never know... the next big star could be in your comedic line up! p.s. There is a two item minimum, but don't fret, the waitstaff is amazing and always ready with suggestions! My server was extra cool, she added Albanese gummy bears to my drink ;)
4 days ago
Such a great place! I've only been here a couple of times, but each visit has been a blast. I appreciate that it's overall pretty clean, including the restrooms. They have a bar and a few tables you can use, but your tab in that area doesn't apply in the show room. Depending on where you're seated, you could end up pretty close to another table. The last time I was here, we never recieved an entree we ordered - so we figured our server just forgot to ring it in. It turned out fine since we had a couple of appetizers to snack on. I guess it worked out in our favor, as we didn't have to worry about meeting the two item minimum per person! Shoutout to Janelle James (principle from Abbott Elementary) - she was HILARIOUS! read more
6 months ago
I've been to Helium three times now. It's in the heart of downtown on Georgia Street. Arrive early if there's a concert or sporting event (which is likely as it's right next to Gainbridge Field-house, Lucas Oil and the Convention Center). You can sometimes find street parking or something at the Circle Center Mall. The venue doesn't seem new and very well maintained. Some of the chairs are falling apart and it doesn't seem super clean. It is a comedy club though so not exactly there for the ambiance. My first time was to see Comedienne Sarah Sherman, then my first ever Drag Brunch which was Wicked Themed and incredible. Last Sunday I saw the Heated Rivalry Drag Brunch and am strongly considering retuning for Y2K one next month. The service can be hit or miss. The way the food is presented is inconsistent. Sometimes you get mimosa served in a Bud Light bucket other times you get a carafe. I had food served in a plastic container while others had actual plates. The prices for food & drinks are reasonable but there is a 2 item minimum purchase per person in addition to the tickets. I was sad to have missed Michael Che recently but Kevin Smith who directed Mallrats, Clerks, Chasing Amy Dogma, Jay & Silent Bob etc will be there soon. They do get some pretty good talent at Helium. I'll be back to catch another show. read more
There's no other place like the Helium in the city, where you can find local up-and-comers to SNL cast members. Their venue is split between two spaces, the main room and the upstairs. There is no elevator to the upper venue, so keep this in mind. The nearest parking is the Circle City Mall Blue Garage, which is usually affordable but they will often have event rates for it. Upon entry, they do a security and ID check, so make sure to bring a smaller bag and have everything else ready (keys out of pockets, ID in hand). I don't know for certain that they have a bag size limit but it makes security clearance smoother when you have a smaller bag. There is a bar in front of each venue where you can hang out before you're seated. There is a 2 item minimum for the showrooms and items ordered at the bars do not count towards this. If you don't want to order two items, I have heard they charge a $6 "non item" to meet this requirement for you. I think it's better to have the items anyway, because they have some good food there. My service can be hit or miss here, depending on the crowd size. However, my most recent visit was disappointing because we were the very first people in the main room and our server had not checked on us in over 30 minutes after we got our drinks, and then it was over 30 minutes again before we got our food. Like there were people who were already done with their food before we had a chance to order. The staff are always friendly though. I was just getting rather hangry about it. I'll definitely be back here eventually, but this is more of the occasional outing all costs considered. read more
10 months ago
Helium is always fun and if you don't get a chance to go, you should. Attentive service and a good comedy club experience. They have a variety of food options for everyone with cozy seating. I always recommend this place! read more
Now that Crackers has officially closed, I'm glad there is still a place downtown for comedy shows! Getting into the venue was MESSY. We arrived nearly an hour early and were still late getting inside. You will be waiting inside the mall, so at least it is indoors and you are not standing in the cold or the heat depending on the time of the year. Also, it was possible it was just a big headliner that caused the traffic issues? The will call process was literally a sheet of paper and was glacially slow. Hopefully they do more virtual tickets in the future. The food you order comes out quickly -- shout out to the kitchen! They are on top of their game. The food and drinks are overpriced, but understandably the business needs to charge a certain amount to stay afloat. If you are in the "upstairs" room, please note it is VERY cozy. If you are claustrophobic, it might not be for you. The front row was literally on stage. Also, the stairs to get to the upstairs room are slightly treacherous -- watch your step! read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
I love this place! Top notch staff and performers. Easy to reserve tickets. Always have a great time. My advice is to order beer or a canned drink. The mixed drinks are not made well. At my last visit there were two guys talking loudly during the show and they were removed. I was grateful because the experience was being ruined for me as I couldn't hear the comedian. Good job staff. read more
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8 months ago
My first visit here was to see Josh Johnson and even so I arrived around the time the doors opened, the line was forever long already. Wow. There check in was a bit on the slow side, with ALL tickets having to be found manually. Once I got my ticket, I checked in with the host, who decides where you get to sit and then someone escorts you to your table. Be aware that it's gonna be tight. Tiny tables and lots of people. Waitstaff came quickly once I was seated. And my order arrived very fast also. My Barbie cocktail was on the weak side, but still delicious. Be aware that any purchases at the bar do NOT count towards your 2 item minimum. I had ordered just the chips and salsa and also some queso with that. That was just meh as far as taste goes. Payment was easy and quick. The show however was spectacular, which is the main reason for my visit. read more
Make sure to park in the parking garage near Georgia St. It was easy access to the venue. It was easy getting in. You're checked by security at the door. Provided with a wristband. We had decent seats. I was scared to be sitting up close. But it was worth it. The food was okay. The drinks could've been better. The bathroom was clean. The table was a little rocky so we asked the waitress to put coasters under the legs. I'd visit again. I had a great time. read more
1 year ago
My husband and I bought tickets to see Quinn Dale on a Saturday night. This was our first time here. We had a blast!!! The place is cozy, with what looked like great seats no matter where you were. The servers were on point! I ordered a something Barbie drink that was really good along with the chicken sandwich & fries. My husband ordered the Philly and he said it was really good. We laughed the whole show, it was amazing! I can't wait to come back! read more
1 year ago
Good times! Pretzel bites not warm though. Drinks reasonably priced. Staff is always friendly. read more
1 year ago
Upon entering into the venue, the vibe was great. I loved the decor and atmosphere that it gives. Our waiter was very accommodating and helpful. We ordered the Caesar Salad and the Mozzarella Cheese Sticks. The food was absolutely amazing! The salad was such a great portion for price and the cheese sticks were super cheesy!! Their drinks are very tasty and have a wide variety of options to choose from (they also sell non-alcoholic drinks). The comedian's are so so funny and gives you a great laugh! I would definitely recommend this place for anyone wanting a good comedy night with great food/drinks and entertainment. For my first experience, this is gonna be hard to top! read more
1 year ago
1 year ago
Drinks were phenomenal, the staff were great, the comedy was golden, and you get to experience that true comedy club feeling. The image of the Indy backdrop makes it unique and fitting for the city. The front lobby is inviting and has a bar as well. read more
Get ready to have abs of steel after laughing so hard at Helium! The set up of Helium is perfect for shows. Their seats are spacious and the tables aren't too close together like some other comedy clubs. Our waitress was very nice, but the service was slow. I know many people show up at different times which ends up clogging up the bar and kitchen. We ordered cocktails at the beginning of the show and beer in the middle. The beer was a little flat. Then we ordered fries in the middle of the show and they came out in less than 2 minutes and we're old and soft. I was disappointed that we just got the leftovers from the start of the show. The comedians were fantastic and did a great job entertaining! We will definitely be going back to see other shows! read more
1 year ago
Open Mic Nights are great for a midweek laugh! You will obviously sometimes laugh more than others, however, the overall experience is definitely worth the $5 cover! Ever wonder what the beginning of your favorite comedian's career was like... this gives you a glimpse into how they got started and what it's like for them to try out new material. Enjoy the show, you never know... the next big star could be in your comedic line up! p.s. There is a two item minimum, but don't fret, the waitstaff is amazing and always ready with suggestions! My server was extra cool, she added Albanese gummy bears to my drink ;) read more
So this was my first time going with my partner, we went to go see Maddy Smith, I have never been to a comedy show before, but I have to say, I LOVED IT!! We weren't allowed to take pictures once the show started (which is understandable), but overall it was so fun! We got front row seats, we had their chicken tenders & fries & falafel. I will say, the chicken tenders & falafel were pretty dry, but it did not bother me as much as it's a comedy club, not a restaurant. I did wish they had more variety in their food choices as there is a mandatory 2 item per person minimum. It was such a chill vibe, we had a lot of fun, and we were super comfy, and enjoyed when the comedians picked on my partner. I would def. recommend and come back to enjoy the talent. read more
This place was so much fun! We were attending something called Indiana's funniest. A Comedy competition of amateurs, Where we got to listen to about 10 or 11 comedians and then put them in order of how we thought they did. Three of them would then go on into the semi finals for an opportunity to win money. A great place - really nice and clean right there at Circle Center mall they weren't overly expensive and food was pretty decent for bar food. Service was really slow, but I would think it all happens at one time after they allow everybody to come in and take all their orders at the same time. We didn't get our food and drinks until probably halfway through the show. But it was good and we really had a great time, the crowd was fun and the comedy was good. Highly recommend if you're downtown Indianapolis and you want a nice evening of laughs. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Our waitress was quick and obviously not trying to interrupt the show! She was great. The food was very mid-- the best i could say about the Philly cheesesteak was "not offensive" and the best my friend could say about the chicken strips is "frozen-- think amusement park food. But the fries? Dumpster." Information you NEED about the menu: the only soft drinks are Coke, Diet Coke, sprite, and lemonade. I have posted images of the prices. It was impossible to find this info online beforehand! The seats were super well organized and the venue was intimate and well run. Get there early! And You're not there for food... maybe stick to drinks & eat elsewhere! read more
2 years ago
First time at Helium, the line getting in moved really quickly, i liked how organized seating was however the server... horriibleeee.. i understand being busy but its to the point you'd think it was his first night on a busy night. He brought someone else's drink, not once, not twice but three times.. I told him it was incorrect instead of grabbing the drink, he just walked away. The sampler? which is a favorite is not worth $25, no shade at all. the tenders are thin & overcooked, the mozzarella sticks are breading, the jalapeno poppers are made with red peppers? I had higher expectations for this experience. read more
4 years ago
Oh my goodness the drinks are expensive!!! $104 for 4 drinks!!! When they ask if u want a single or a double, tip info... a double cost 2x the price!!! Overall the entertainment was awesome and the staff was friendly! Will definitely go back but I will get drunk before and get soda here;( Very clean restrooms and the venue was intimate! read more
Attended the Thursday night show for Brad Miller. Great show. Friendly staff, who are very courteous. We ordered a pitcher of beer and cheese sticks. The beer was cold and refreshing. The cheese sticks had a very good flavor with a crisp outer breading but could have been a bit warmer since the cheese was still a little too firm and not melted. Still, it was an all around great experience as usual. read more
1 year ago
3 years ago
We had so much fun at Helium Comedy Club! It was really nice inside the theater and in the lounge. Facilities were very clean. All of the staff were really nice. We didn't try any food but saw what was being served around us and it looked pretty good. We got some drinks. I honestly thought the drinks were going to be more expensive. They were still on the pricier side but not outrageous. Between 2 people I'd expect to spend at least $50 to get your 2 item minimum per person. They have signs posted all around letting you know that drinks purchase before the show in the lounge do not count on your 2 item minimum. I just appreciated that this was made we'll known. We saw Godfrey and he was hilarious. read more
1 year ago
Had a great time at Helium Comedy Club! We were going to see Anthony Jeselnik and had general admission tickets. We got there an hour before the show started and a small line had already formed. We got be seated around 40 minutes before the show started. If you have general admission, you are a seated in the back level, but still such good seats and slightly elevated so no blockages to seeing the screen. The club workers will seat you at best available in the GA section. You can pay more for Reserved seating in the front and it is still based on when you arrive to get the beat seat in that front section. But GA seats were great, and I would just do GA again in the future. There is a two item minimum per person in the comedy club area once seated. So if you get a drink outside the club at the bar, it doesn't count! You have to get two items (food drink) inside the club. The chips and queso were pretty cheap and good! Chicken fingers and fries fairly average but tasty! A waiter comes around to your tables before and during the show. They cash you out before the show ends so you can leave right when it's over. I had really good service! read more
2 years ago
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2 years ago
This place was amazing. I have been following them on Twitter waiting to see a name I recognized come to town and it finally happened- during covid. This made me a little nervous, but it was actually an amazing experience, and they make you feel very safe. You have to buy tickets by the table. We had 4 people going so we bought tickets for a table for 4 for a reasonable price. Remember that on top of that you do have a 2 item per person minimum either food or drink, but I was very surprised at how reasonable their food and drinks were. I was expecting much worse, but it was cheaper than even some of the bars downtown. We saw a big headliner comedian- Brian Regan- who usually tours at stadiums. Instead there were maybe 25-30 of us sitting in a medium sized room. We were maybe 10 feet away from the stage and there was only one other table behind us. It was awesome! The tables are spread 6 feet apart, and they only fill half of the tables, the rest are sectioned off. All the drinks are in disposable cups. The waitstaff and other staff were wearing masks, and it was required to wear yours when you were not at your table. Most of our group also wore ours at our table in between taking sips of our drinks. I will definitely be back, and am still marveling at the awesome experience we had here. Thanks Helium! read more
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10 W Georgia St
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Wholesale District, Mile Square
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Not sure what you mean by "Lounge"? It's a huge open concept one room brewery. There is a small counter bar section behind railing. Full menu available in the building and same takeout menu.
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