Comedy @ The Carlson

Category: Comedy club

Address: 50 Carlson Rd, Rochester, NY 14610, USA

Phone: +15854266339

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: 5PM–2AM

Thursday: 5PM–2AM

Friday: 5PM–2AM

Saturday: 5PM–2AM

Reviews

Jeremy Stokes

May 27, 2022

What a great venue! Great location. Clean. Well run. Great prices, great shows, great drinks. I bring the wife here from time to time, and we enjoy ourselves EVERY time. This place is a true gem for Rochester. If you haven't been there yet...you MUST check it out. You won't be disappointed.

Victoria Erquiaga

May 19, 2022

The staff is Amazing here we had great drinks, food and laughs ! The comics that come to preform are some of the best in the business! We seen Jamie Kennedy and he was hilarious. We will definitely be back again.

Cynthia Martinez

Mar 12, 2022

The drinks are amazing!!! πŸ‘ŒπŸΌπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ Loved the performers. Couldn't stop laughing πŸ€£πŸ˜‚ please go check it out and order an LONG ISLAND ICE-T and if sharing, try the pretzel πŸ₯¨.πŸ€—πŸ₯°πŸ₯°πŸ₯°πŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸπŸŒŸ

Shoshana Noble

Jan 15, 2022

Great venue. Great comedians. Love local spots

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Questions & Answers

Does the VIP Meet and greet come with drinks or food?

Racheal Stepien | Jan 22, 2019
C Green | Jan 23, 2019

(I suppose it depends on the venue & who your seeing)

YO! Do you have open mic nights?

John Thorne | Nov 22, 2021
C. Hasenauer | Nov 23, 2021

They have "new comic nights" which are held quarterly, occasionally more frequent. Sign ups (when open) are through held online on their podcast website "Comedy at the Carlson cast" and then names are drawn on the show.

Is it open to the public due to covid?

Bridget Batista | Nov 22, 2021
C. Hasenauer | Nov 23, 2021

Yes, It is now open.

Is there a drink minimum?

Chris Eli | Jan 22, 2020
Michael Lyzwa | Jan 23, 2020

No

How much are the tickets

Van Ruffin | Jan 22, 2019
Jake Geiger | Jan 23, 2019

It varies widely depending on the show

Are flip flops and shorts acceptable here?

Fun Guy | Jan 22, 2019
Jay Marvel | Jan 23, 2019

I wore shorts a few times, that's not a problem, never tried flops though

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How do u get the tickets if u buy them on line

Giovanna Sellins | Jan 22, 2019
Comedy @ The Carlson (Owner) | Jan 23, 2019

Enjoy the show tonight, everyone!

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Is this venue handicap (wheelchair) accessible?

Bethany Mangefrida | Jan 22, 2018
Duane Wilt | Jan 23, 2018

Yes.

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Is the a cover or minimum food purchase/

Wayne Smith | Oct 23, 2021
O O | Oct 24, 2021

No. I just paid for my tickets on line and we picked them up at the door. There were no minimum purchase notices

Can I order tickets at the door?

Mike Sausa | Jul 25, 2021
Rachel Kim | Jul 26, 2021

Yes you can get tickets at the door. Depending on the show, to be guaranteed tickets - order them ahead of time.

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When do you guys have an open mic ?

Winter_bb | Jun 25, 2021
Kevin Markman | Jun 26, 2021

There are New Comic Nights when they have them. Check out Rochester Comedy page on Facebook and it will be announced. Follow the @Carlsoncast and check out the other open mics 🎀 in town

Does this place take Discover credit cards?

Bri S | Jan 22, 2020
Kiley Staats | Jan 23, 2020

When you buy tickets online, they don't take Discover, only Visa, Mastercard, and Amex. Maybe they do when you're there, but not online.

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Is there seating for larger crowds? 10 or 12. Or can we put tables together?

Mike Deaton | Jan 22, 2020
Lee Beck | Jan 23, 2020

Absolutely πŸ‘.... There's a lot of room in the main dining area, and a very relaxed atmosphere. There is also a small concert type stage venue in an adjacent room for an additional 50-75 people. Owner is really really accommodating, so just ask !!!

Do the v.i.p tickets just offer seating or a meet and greet as well ?

Gomega 209 | Jan 22, 2020
Jonathan Giordano | Jan 23, 2020

Depends on the show. Be aware, if you get there early, there is little difference between VIP and regular seating.

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Are tickets refundable?

Naomi Ortega | Jan 22, 2020
Richard Sullivan | Jan 23, 2020

never have been

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What does comedy in the rickles mean?

Tracie Jackson | Jan 22, 2020
Jessica Bella | Jan 23, 2020

The Rickles room is another room at the Carlson where they hold shows. I believe it is smaller than the main room

Can you have a private event here?

Stephanie Troupe | Jan 22, 2020
Matt A | Jan 23, 2020

Yes, our company had a private event there.

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Does this place do an amateur night? If so, will there be one during the Christmas week?

John Hensler Comedy | Jan 22, 2019
Greg M | Jan 23, 2019

Watch their calendar, they are great with keeping it current

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Is there any handicapped parking next to the building?

Robin Pajerek | Jan 22, 2019
JANICE SCHWIND | Jan 23, 2019

The parking lot is across the street. There is handicapped parking there.

Should VIP seat holders come early? Does the ticket price include a meet and greet?

Robin Pajerek | Jan 22, 2019
Greg M | Jan 23, 2019

I believe the comedians pick and chose the options. VIP could be the only option, I would.check with the venue and performer

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Where is the parking?

Voican Madalina | Jan 22, 2019
B Sienna | Jan 23, 2019

There is a lot directly across the street.

How early should one show up for a good table?

Matthew Heinsler | Jan 22, 2020
Chrissy Elliott | Jan 23, 2020

Are food and drink prices reasonable

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How do I find out the name of one of the comedians that preceded a headliner?

Kelly Hanson | Jan 22, 2019
Zsuzsanna Sziveri | Jan 23, 2019

Social media

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Hello, how is the seating?

Madeline Rutledge | Jan 22, 2019
Jodi C | Jan 23, 2019

Very large room with several tables and chairs. The chairs are pretty comfortable, not "posh" but not uncomfortable. Enough space between tables to not feel crowded.

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Is there an age requirement for entrance?

jim gonzalez | Jan 22, 2019
Ana Crittenden | Jan 23, 2019

The website says all shows 21 and over.

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Can I buy tickets at the door for the 7:30 show tonight

Cassandra Knight | Jan 22, 2019
James Lynch | Jan 23, 2019

I have not attended an event there. Sorry, can't advise on this inquiry.

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Is there a two item purchase requirement?

Theodore Winston Connor-Corley | Jan 22, 2019
Patrick Boyle | Jan 23, 2019

No.

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Do you have gift cards available?

Noelle D'Amico | Jan 22, 2018
Katie Schultz | Jan 23, 2018

Yes

How do I sign up to do a show

Chris Menz | Jan 22, 2018
Rob Thompson | Jan 23, 2018

Walk in and inquir about a show or ask if you would be able to MC a show and see where it goes

How long normally are the comics entertaining? Time wise.

Tricia Haegele | Jan 22, 2018
Andy Stobie | Jan 23, 2018

Setup comics do 10-15 min, headliner 45 or more

How are the covers for admittance and for shows?

Anthony Placanio (Mr. Shaw) | Jan 22, 2018
Andy Stobie | Jan 23, 2018

Tickets are available for all shows through the website, or at the door. Prices vary but are reasonable.

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