Backyard Comedy Club – Friday Night

Russell Howard's endorsed Backyard in Bethnal Green as one of the best. Friday nights here pull in top comedians from around the world. The venue's thoughtful about the experience: kitchen and bar open early, so you can arrive and settle in with food and drink before the show begins, then watch live comedy for a couple of hours.

It's an 18-plus room, so the atmosphere's adult-focused. The place fills up regularly, so getting your ticket in advance is the smart play.