Not a good place, not funny. Not well run. Management seems…read morelike not so good people. Boom Chicago was a huge disappointment. Despite its reputation for comedy, the show felt forced and unoriginal, relying too heavily on outdated jokes and awkward audience participation. The performers seemed more interested in amusing themselves than delivering sharp, engaging humor. The pacing dragged, with skits that overstayed their welcome and improv that lacked real wit. The venue itself was cramped and overpriced, with expensive drinks that didn't justify the cost. The staff was indifferent at best, adding to the feeling that the whole experience was more about making money than entertaining guests. If you're expecting high-quality comedy, look elsewhere--there are far better ways to spend an evening in Amsterdam.

Shute, you don't know how to spend your night in Amsterdam that's not smoking weed or walking along…read morethe Red Light District? er.... why not improvise a bit? Got €25 to spend? Sold! Well, that's not what we did, because I had planned to come see Boom Chicago for months since finding out about its presence. My best friend does improv here in Second City in Chicago so I knew it would be a great surprise to take him to an improv show while we traveled through this amazing city. The venue is close to the Anne Frank House so you're definitely a bit further from the city center. It's a small place (you ARE in Amsterdam after all) but I absolutely loved the intimacy of the stage. It fits around 50 people max and you are up and close and personal with the performers on stage which was fantastic. This level is improv is much more audience based. While there are a few sketches here and there, it's almost all audience feedback which makes for a creative time. I had a blast and was LOLing at all the different jokes they pulled up using my random suggestions. Many of the performers are Americans themselves so they'll definitely share that sense of humor. Staffing was great, the show was on point, and I had a blast at Boom Chicago. I'd definitely come back to see another show sometime, and knowing that some of my favorite comedians came through these walls makes it all the more special.

Fun place to catch a comedy show and fairly reasonably priced drinks and snacks, you can be sure to…read morehave a good night here with friends. I was here on the final & very special night of the festival with FREEZE! (Tim Key + Tom Basden), & @RayPeacock

Went to the Toomler for an anniversary date night and thoroughly enjoyed my time! We came during a…read morenight we English speaking comedians as I don't speak dutch. I love comedy shows and while I was living in Arnhem I was glad I got to attend one as a date night. I start to run out of date options in Arnhem... because it's Arnhem.

From the owner: The Comedy Cafe is a stand-up comedy theater in Amsterdam featuring some of the best comedians in &…read moreoutside of the Netherlands.

From june until september there are free shows (music, cinema, theatre, dance) on friday, saturday…read moreand sunday. I have been visiting concert and realy enjoy the vibe. The audience is mixed and the performances are in general good. Sometimes wheather can be challenge, but performers can be creative by inviting the audience on stage. Tip. Picknick baskets are perfectly fine, so do consider to take along drinks amd snacks.

The Vondelpark open air theatre is really great. It is a fun way to spend a Sunday afternoon…read morelistening to live music out in sunshine. On Saturday evenings there is often (dutch) comedy. I went there yesterday to see a friends band play and it was very nice. You can get your drinks and food at the bar 'Vondeling' which is located in front of the theatre.

Along with my husband and another couple, went to see a comedy performance by easylaughs last night…read morein the CREA Cafe in Amsterdam. We missed the 8 pm performance completely because of general lateness, but arrived just in time to purchase a few beers in the cafe and grab seats for the main show at 9 pm. The format of this improv performance involved five "art directors" who each introduced a movie concept for the audience to vote on and alter with random suggestions about location and objects. The actors performed scenes from each movie concept, and the audience continually whittled down the five concepts by voting for their favorites, until there was just one final movie left that won the show. The price was right (€10 for both the 8 and 9 pm shows), the actors were talented and genuine, the crowd was relaxed, and the cafe next door served as a great place to grab a drink between scenes and after the show. I would highly recommend this event to others and will definitely try to see their shows again. Overall, this is a very good alternative to Boom Chicago. ;) And in a very different part of town, which is nice. Bravo easylaughts! PS - they can't take a PIN card, so bring cash!!

A great way to get into improv comedy! Had great experiences with Ben and Peter. The laughs may be…read moreeasy, but you'll come out of this experience hard!

If you're looking for an amazing live band to dance to, this is the place. It's almost like it's a…read moremini-concert. Extremely talented group of people here.

It was a cool spot to check live music. I actually didn't find many like it that played Jazz/Blues…read more One issue, I saw that they offered rum for 5 euros, I asked for a rum and coke and they were like that will be 8 euros. I was like damn, I thought it was 5 euros, the bartender said, you asked for a coke, that's why it's extra. Ok, I got screwed there!

The Waterhole is a fun little club a friend and I walked into while we were in Amsterdam…read more They had live music that was entertaining, good food (we weren't too hungry, but got some Biterballen as a late night snack), and a super fun vibe overall. If you're looking for some live music in Amsterdam, any night of the week, definitely check out The Waterhole!

Love this bar! The live music was amazing, drink menu is good, there's pool tables and that vibrant…read morevibe was the best thing about this bar!