The best comedy clubs in Los Angeles in 2026 are The Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip, the Laugh Factory, the Hollywood Improv, Largo at the Coronet and The Groundlings for sketch and improv. UCB on Franklin, Dynasty Typewriter and The Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach round out the list, and big-name surprise drop-ins are common.
LA is where comedians come to work out new material, so you can see famous names on an ordinary weeknight. Most clubs have a two-drink minimum and do not allow phones in the room.
The Sunset Strip club where comedy legends got their start.
The Comedy Store, opened in 1972, has three rooms — the Main Room, the Original Room and the Belly Room — with shows every night. Well-known comics drop in regularly.
It is the heart of LA stand-up.
Good to know: Book online; weekend shows sell out. Phones go in pouches.
8433 Sunset Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90069
A Sunset Boulevard club with shows every night and surprise drop-ins.
The Laugh Factory runs multiple shows nightly, with lineups that often include famous comedians testing material.
It has hosted comedy legends since 1979.
Good to know: Late shows are cheaper and often have surprise guests.
8001 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90046
A classic brick-wall club on Melrose with a big main room.
The Hollywood Improv has a main room and the smaller Lab, hosting stand-up showcases, headliners and podcast tapings.
It is a reliable night out with strong lineups.
Good to know: Check for headliner shows; they sell fast.
8162 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Longer sets from big names in an intimate theater.
Largo at the Coronet hosts comedy and music in a small theater, known for long-form sets from major comedians and musicians.
Phones are not allowed during shows.
Good to know: Shows sell out quickly; join the mailing list.
366 N La Cienega Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90048
LA's famous improv and sketch theater.
The Groundlings is an improv and sketch troupe whose alumni include many Saturday Night Live cast members. Shows run most nights in its small Melrose theater.
It is a different flavor from stand-up clubs.
Good to know: Book ahead for weekend shows.
7307 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
Cheap improv and sketch shows from the famous troupe.
UCB's LA theater on Franklin Avenue runs improv, sketch and stand-up shows most nights, many for low prices.
It is a training ground for future TV writers and performers.
Good to know: Check the calendar for cheap weeknight shows.
5919 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Comedy and live podcasts in a historic theater.
Dynasty Typewriter is a comedy venue in the historic Hayworth Theatre, hosting stand-up, live podcasts and variety shows.
It is a favorite with alt-comedy fans.
Good to know: Check the calendar for live podcast tapings.
2511 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057
A beach-town club known for big-name Sunday shows.
The Comedy & Magic Club in Hermosa Beach is a dinner-and-show venue that has hosted major comedians for decades.
It is the best comedy night out in the South Bay.
Good to know: Dinner packages give better seats.
1018 Hermosa Ave, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Multi-room comedy club with a restaurant in Burbank.
Flappers Comedy Club in downtown Burbank runs several shows nightly across its rooms, plus a restaurant and bar.
It is convenient for a Valley night out.
Good to know: Combine with dinner on San Fernando Blvd.
102 E Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502
The Comedy Store on the Sunset Strip, where generations of stand-ups made their names. The Laugh Factory and the Hollywood Improv are close behind.
Most do, usually two drinks per person. The Groundlings, Largo and UCB do not usually have one.
Yes. Well-known comics often drop in unannounced at The Comedy Store, Laugh Factory and Improv. Largo books big names for longer sets.
Many clubs lock phones in pouches or ban their use during shows to protect new material.
Usually 18 or 21 and over; some clubs allow 16+ with an adult. Check each show.