Kymbre D.
Yelp
I love this place! Annnnnd this particular night....ALI WONG KILLED IT!!!
I come to Stand Up Live at least twice a month, for their various events - YUP! It's not only comedy shows, there's plenty more activities like Drag brunches, Burlesque shows, etc.
I joined their email list a year ago when I moved here where I receive updates weekly about the upcoming events and seem to find a way to end up at Stand Up Live more then most. I can talk about the venue in general, but I want to to reiterate that Ali Wong was amazing! It truly reminded me why I LOVE this place.
Sometimes it's a major, super famous headliner, other times it's someone I've never heard of, or amateur night which is on a few Sundays here and there. Either way, the host, the servers, and the atmosphere are ALWAYS welcoming, professional and attentive as it is very important for me to receive my cocktails in a timely manner ;).
Suggestions:
- Arrive early - with the exception of VIP seating, it's 1st come 1st serve seating.
- Check out the menu ahead of time so you can give your server your order as soon as you sit so you're not going to town on your food while the show is peaking :(
- Food/Drink minimum requirements - this is fair and makes sense AND if you don't drink, they have some fun and new mocktails so non one will judge you for drinking sparkling water all night (Folks really judge non-drinkers these days) - I'm not in that group, but I practice empathy :).
- BRING A JACKET! It is soooo cold in there, every time I go!
Outside of all the above, check out their website, sign up for email alerts, and read the rules and expectations and you're guaranteed to have a grand ol' time!
As the old saying goes, "Don't walk...run" to this place for solid bar food, quality drinks, and an entertaining show EVERYTIME! The steak & rice, nachos, sammiches, and loaded fries are my constant go-to selections when I go to a show and they're consistently delish. To be honest, you can't go wrong with a night here whether it's a date or an outing with friends.