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Best Comedy Clubs in San Francisco, CA

The top stand-up comedy venues in San Francisco, California. Find shows, tickets, and venue details for the best comedy clubs in the city.

Top Picks in San Francisco

#1

Secret Improv Society

533 Sutter St

Laugh out loud live improv comedy show in San Francisco! A staple of nightlife downtown. One block from Union Square. Great for groups and date nights.

$15–$28All ages
#2

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco

444 Battery Street

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco is a stand-up comedy club in San Francisco, California. This San Francisco venue hosts regular open mic nights alongside headliner shows. 18+ admission policy. Find show schedules, tickets, and venue details on ComedyClubFinder.

$18–$3518+Open Mic
#3

The Purple Onion

The Purple Onion was a celebrated cellar club in the North Beach area of San Francisco, California. It closed in 2012.

$15–$30

All Comedy Clubs in San Francisco

#1

Laugh out loud live improv comedy show in San Francisco! A staple of nightlife downtown. One block from Union Square. Great for groups and date nights.

(415) 596-6661All ages$15–$28
#2

Punch Line Comedy Club - San Francisco is a stand-up comedy club in San Francisco, California. This San Francisco venue hosts regular open mic nights alongside headliner shows. 18+ admission policy. Find show schedules, tickets, and venue details on ComedyClubFinder.

(415) 397-757318+$18–$35
#3

The Purple Onion was a celebrated cellar club in the North Beach area of San Francisco, California. It closed in 2012.

$15–$30

Cobb's Comedy Club has presented the finest comedy talent in the industry since its founding in 1982.

(415) 928-432018+ (unless accompanied by a parent or legal guardian)$18–$35

About San Francisco's Comedy Scene

San Francisco's comedy scene is as vibrant and unique as the city itself, boasting a rich history as an incubator for comedic innovation and a platform for addressing social and political issues. You'll discover a diverse array of comedic voices, from seasoned veterans to rising stars, all honing their craft away from the pressures of larger entertainment hubs. Venues like the legendary Punch Line Comedy Club – San Francisco, a city institution since 1978, and Cobb's Comedy Club, consistently host top touring headliners. For those seeking something different, the Secret Improv Society offers spontaneous, unscripted laughs, while historical spots like The Purple Onion have long been part of the city's comedic tapestry. Visitors can expect a dynamic mix of stand-up, improv, and open mic nights, reflecting the city's