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| - Having never been to this venue before, I had no idea what to expect. Apparently, this is their new location. Initially, I'll admit that I was slightly confused as to whether I was visiting discounted hotel destinations, desired a crispy taco or was going to see Chris Porter perform at Stand Up Scottsdale.
As it turned out, my confusion was laid to rest after having successfully navigated my way past the Days Inn parking lot, through a Mexican restaurant and was ultimately ushered inside the unassuming doors of this cozy comedy club.
And inside, I was pleasantly surprised to find a very intimate room that afforded all seats a comfortable and relaxed setting with a great view of the stage and performers.
It's not like some of the other comedy clubs where you find yourself crammed against some stranger while being accosted by waitresses with a "couldn't care less" attitude who are constantly interrupting your experience trying to get the two drink minimum out of your wallet.
The staff was very friendly and respectful of the fact that comedians were performing.
I've been to many comedy clubs in Scottsdale, New York, Los Angeles, and throughout the country and this was, surprisingly, one of my favorite experiences of them all.
I was also pleasantly surprised by the level of talent of the opening acts.
It appeared that this club more carefully selected the comedians then is the case in so many other clubs where you find yourself being tortured by the openers, sweating profusely and wanting to put a bullet in your own temple.
And the headliner, Chris Porter, who recently released a special on Netflix which is a MUST SEE if you're not familiar with him (yet), just f*%cking crushed it from the moment he took the stage to the moment he left.
Afterwards, the comics were in the lobby (aka Mexican restaurant bar area) to greet all the guests.
So, overall, it is a great club, with pleasant service in a very comfortable intimate setting.
Bravo, Stand Up Scottsdale!
P.S. As an added bonus, if you happen to crave a margarita and taco on your way out, you only have to walk 8 feet :-)
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