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Governor's Comedy Club
Category: Nightlife Comedy Clubs Comedy Clubs [Edit]
90 Division AveLevittown, NY 11756
(516) 731-3358
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Sat
- Happy Hour:
- No
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- No
- Coat Check:
- No
- Noise Level:
- Average
- Good For Dancing:
- No
- Ambience:
- Casual
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
14 reviews for Governor's Comedy Club
14 reviews in English
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Review from Charles M.
Lindenhurst, NY
2/2/2012
I'm a regular at this comedy club. I go regularly to all of the 3 clubs they own including Bellmore & Bohemia. I often get the chance to take a few photos after the show and have a couple of drinks with the comics.
The service for drinks and food is a bit slow but the food is usually pretty good for a comedy club. Their burgers are real good and so is their fish & chips. The Jalepenio Poppers are a real treat! Drinks are average price for comedy clubs at about $8.00 per drink and there is a 2 drink minimum at the table. I think beers are about $7.00. I think they put a bit extra liquor in the drinks to get you loosened up for the show though so I rather have real liquor instead of a beer. I had 3 drinks and was feeling REAL good!
Most of the time I get in for FREE using the comp. tickets I get in the mail. That's right! You go to the club 1 or 2 times and make sure that you fill out the cards at the tables and in about 4-6 weeks you will start getting free tickets. They are good for up to 8 people so you can go and invite up to 7 more people and feel like a big-shot!
The comics are pretty good. Most of them do the circuit from club-to-club every few weeks. John Trueson (the manager at the Levittown location) is always there and you may address any seating or service problems to him since he is pretty accomodating. He himself is a comic and sometimes 'hosts' the show.
James Sr. manages the Bellmore location which I like a little better. It is more roomy. His son James Jr. manages the Bohemia location and he is a real asset to the club! Dominick (his brother) bartends and makes some REAL nice drinks! I like the Bohemia location most of all because it is alot roomier and the seating is completely different than the other 2 clubs. Sometimes it gets pretty crowded at this location and the seating is a bit tight, especially for a big guy like me. That is my only complaint---that the seating could be more comfortable. The chairs are too close together.
The busiest nights are Friday & Saturdays. Sometimes they have shows on Wednesdays, Thursdays, & even Sundays occasionally. You need to check their schedule and even if there is no show on the schedule you need to call them because sometimes they have 'fundraisers'. You can win a raffle or two if you go on those days.
Some of MY favorite comics who I have seen at one of the 3 clubs are John Ziegler, Chris Roach, Eric Tartaglione, Joe Starr, Mick Thomas, Joe Moffa, Kevin Downey Jr., Joey Kola, Tim Krompier, Joe Devito, Sandy Marks, Chris Monty, Angel Salazar, Tim Gage, Mike Yard, Rob Falcone, Anthony (big guy-can't remember his last name) & Carl Labove. Sorry if I missed any.
DEFINITELY worth the price of 2 drinks if you have passes. Paid admission varies between $12 and about $22, depending on the show. Still though, for about $30 per person (if you have to pay to get in) you can't get a better value. Well worth it. It gets 4 STARS from me. -
Review from Amanda G.
Yonkers, NY
12/30/2011 3 Check-ins Here
We've come here so many times and every time, we've had a blast. They serve bar food so stick with the usual suspects like, buffalo wings, fries, etc. I had the fried shrimp and DID NOT enjoy. They are out to make their money and I have to say, when ordering drinks, be careful. Order drinks with the least amount of ingredients because they water down EVERYTHING. The first time I went there and ordered a red wine and I could tell there was water in it. Now, we pretty much stick to rum & coke.
The acts are decent, of course, we've only gone when we have gotten free tickets. Yup! If you ever get a chance to go, fill out the card they leave on the tables and eventually, you will be given a voucher for up to 8 free tickets to attend one of their shows. The problem with that is if you go to a lot of the free tickets show,s the chances of hearing repeat jokes increases exponentially.
It's nice to go with a large group and sit close to the stage because the comedians interact with the audience and the energy gets pumping. It's a nice spot to try out. You'll definitely laugh your ass off at some point in the evening.Listed in: Grouptopia
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Review from Kristina H.
East Meadow, NY
2/8/2012 1 Check-in Here
Have to been twice so far to Governor's and have had a great time each time. The big plus to this club is how close it is to my house. I do love some of the comedy clubs in the city but it can be a bit of event sometimes to travel there. The food I've had has been decent though we have only ordered appetizers and though there is a two drink minimum, they do count soda, juice and bottled water as drinks in addition to the alcoholic beverages. Would return to Governor's!
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Review from Chris C.
Bellmore, NY
1/31/2012
always a good time. the staff is amazing the food is great the prices are good its def a great night out!!!
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Review from Matt W.
Farmingdale, NY
11/22/2011
Governors is a great place. The food is decent, but not great. The drink prices are too high, presumably because they offer free tickets and a 2 drink minimum. With that said, it is well worth it to buy two $6-$7 bud lights for a hliarious comedy show. I have been here 10 times and every show has been hilarious to say the least. The place is kind of small and you may end up sitting with strangers, but hey it's a comedy club. This is one of the funnest things to do on long island. Make sure if you plan to come here, you have a sense of humor.
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Review from Justin F.
West Babylon, NY
10/10/2010
Probably the best comedy club on long island. Though as you can see by my two stars, that isn't saying much.
This place gives out tons of free passes in the mail, so if you're paying to get in, you probably shouldn't be.
Of course the comedians on the free nights are not all great, but they are mostly entertaining. The problem comes in with the drinks. Since they give free passes, they ask for a two drink minimum, and all of the drinks they serve are watered down, gross, and very expensive.
So if you're looking for a night out at a comedy club on long island, it's either this or brokerage (both owned by the same people), so don't expect greatness. If you can still afford the train fare into the city with these ridiculous fare hikes, go there instead. You'll have a better time. -
Review from Red J.
New York, NY
6/13/2011
Having never been to a comedy club before, this wasn't exactly the best impression. The tables are sticky. Bathrooms are gross. Overall, it seems just unkempt and dirty. The venue is really uninviting and the 2 drinks that are forced upon you aren't great either and kinda pricey for a venue of this type. We went to support a friend and it will probably be the only time we will ever be there again.
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Review from BabaBooey D.
New Orleans, LA
9/2/2011
Certainly better than Carolines. Food is mediocre, and they really pack you in close when it comes to seating, but at least every table has a good view of the stage.
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Review from Jennifer S.
Huntington Station, NY
8/19/2009
I've only been here with free passes. Comics are usually pretty funny. Not all of them but no matter where you go they never are ALL funny.
Drinks arent as overpriced as city clubs.
i never have a bad time here -
Review from Franco C.
8/3/2007
I have to tell you, the few times I've been here the service sucked ass. Ain't nuthin funny about that!
The place is a pretty good size - and they pack them in at the tables. They get all the usual headliners as everyone else.
I've never had good service here - the waitresses range from decent to horrible- I usually end up with miss horrible. I get the feeling that the kitchen must be teeny and when everyone places their orders at roughly the same time, the kitchen gets overwhelmed. This is just my gut feeling.
It is either that, or the waitress just has a blatant disregard for serving people in a timely fashion.
I prefer to go to other comedy places. -
Review from Heather M.
New York, NY
5/16/2009
This place is HORRIBLE!!!!! STAY FAR FAR AWAY!!
the waitresses are a mess and can't carry drinks!
spilt drinks all over us and the entire table!
Place said they would pay for dry cleaning and my cell phone that was ruined and they never did! They even called ME and asked for my address to send the check to, and never sent it!
Place is run down and old. Drinks are watered down and over priced. Drive 25 mins more and go into the city, much better places!! -
Review from Dave G.
Long Beach, NY
10/7/2011
For a Long Island comedy club, it's not bad at all. Many complain about the service and the drinks. I've been here many times with the free passes and a few times for headliners. I've never had bad service one time! As for the drinks, I only drink beer so I haven't been raped by the expensive drinks and no idea if they're watered down. Realistically, if you're using the free passes, they have to make money somehow. Not trying to make excuses for them, but you're getting in for free! If you don't like it, go into the city...you'll pay 20-25$ to get in and then pay more for the drinks and it will still be a 2 drink minimum. My advice...drink beer and don't eat there. The food didn't look bad, but not great either. looks like bar type food, so you kinda know what to expect! The comedians have been hit or miss. Sometimes 1, 2, or 3 comedians on the free pass nights. Sometimes they've all been good, sometimes just 1 or 2. overall, I would definitely say to go and check it out, particularly with the free passes! As for the drinks and food, drink beer and eat before you go to the show! Oh also, if you go with someone who is only having 1 drink and you planned on drinking 3 drinks to make up for their 2-drink minimum, make sure she orders it. they charged me for an extra drink once saying that she didn't drink her 2 drinks because I ordered it! Oh and tips are added automatically to your check, so DON'T tip!
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Review from Jennifer C.
Levittown, NY
2/20/2011
if you like to be treated like crap, and spend a whole paycheck for one hour... go to governers.
i went with my family, i was excited while we were being sat, and i was enthused and said "yay" and i was told to calm down by the idiot who sat me.
after i was sat, i realized that 3 of my family members did not get in. i simply went to the front, asked the man letting people in that my family was still out there and were unable to get in.. he copped an attitude, told me he wasnt going to stand there and have an argument with me. he gave me no choice to respond, because he turned completely around with his back facing me.
during the main act, i asked the comedian to do one of his funny bits, he made fun of me..fine.. thats what they do.
management came, whispered in my ear that i had to calm down. needless to say that had really spoiled my night, i couldnt laugh anymore, and i was NOT allowed to have a good time.
to top this off, my husband and i had 4 drinks between the two of us, and paid $80.
ID GIVE THIS NO STARS but clearly I can't. -
Review from Jeremy S.
Commack, NY
3/25/2011
If you are looking for something different, this is a great time. I went there with my girlfriend and 3 other couples and between the comedians and the drinks it was a great time. I highly recommend.
