Welcome to The Comedy Store La Jolla, a historic stand-up club located at 916 Pearl St in the heart of La Jolla. This venue keeps the spotlight on sharp, no-fruss humor with a 21+ audience and a 2-drink minimum. Show formats include regular Open Mic nights on Tuesdays, The Best of San Diego showcases, and headliner bookings from prominent comedians. While seating is first-come, first-served with no published public seating chart, you can expect a lively, intimate atmosphere and a steady stream of rising talents and legendary names who’ve graced the stage in years past.

Whether you’re planning a night out with friends or a solo comedy pilgrimage, we’ve got you covered with practical tips on parking, transport, and nearby hotels and dining options to make your visit easy and enjoyable.

Below you’ll find venue details, accessibility notes, and hand-picked affiliate partner recommendations to help you secure your plans and maximize your La Jolla comedy experience.

Parking in La Jolla is best planned with street parking options around 916 Pearl St; read the posted meters and signage for restrictions. For transit, consider Route 30 buses stopping at Pearl St & La Jolla Blvd, or the UCSD Blue Line trolley extension with connections via buses 201/202. If you’re staying nearby, a short walk from hotels such as Empress Hotel of La Jolla, Grande Colonial La Jolla, Pantai Inn, La Valencia Hotel, La Jolla Cove Suites, and Scripps Inn makes for a convenient evening. We’ve highlighted affiliate hotel and dining partners to help you book trusted, straightforward options without the guesswork. Secure your seats and join the locals for an unforgettable night of stand-up at The Comedy Store La Jolla.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Address: 916 Pearl St, La Jolla, CA 92037
Venue type: Stand-up comedy club (The Comedy Store brand); 21+ shows with a 2-drink minimum
Seating: First-come, first-served; no reservations; no public seating chart published
Parking: Street parking available around La Jolla; official guidance notes street parking
Transit: Nearby bus route 30 stops at Pearl St & La Jolla Blvd; UCSD Blue Line trolley extension serves La Jolla; connections via buses 201/202
Nearby hotels: Empress Hotel of La Jolla, Grande Colonial La Jolla, Pantai Inn, La Valencia Hotel, La Jolla Cove Suites, Scripps Inn (within a short walk)
Notable events: Regular Open Mic/Tuesdays; The Best of San Diego showcases; headliner bookings (e.g., Chaunte Wayans in mid-February); history includes performances by legends like Robin Williams and Richard Pryor
Demolished/renamed: No reports of demolition or renaming; venue continues at 916 Pearl St as The Comedy Store La Jolla
Capacity: Public capacity figures are not published by the venue or widely disclosed by major outlets

The Comedy Store - La Jolla Tickets

Upcoming Events at The Comedy Store - La Jolla

Headliners Coming to The Comedy Store - La Jolla

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Couples Therapy

Greg Fitzsimmons

Ryan Sickler

Annie Lederman

About The Comedy Store - La Jolla

Seating, Parking & Venue Information