The Celtic Ray Public House, an authentic Irish pub in downtown Punta Gorda, provides live Irish entertainment and comedy shows. Check internal signage, gig guides or the Celtic Ray's website for upcoming events. The pub also offers cigars, wine, imported draught beers and more than 30 bottled beers. Its traditional Irish menu includes fish and chips, bangers and mash, lamb shank and shepherd's pie.
Celtic Ray Public House
145 Marion Avenue
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
941-505-5556
celticray.com
The Visani Restaurant and Comedy Theater in Port Charlotte is 15 minutes from Punta Gorda and features live comedy every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Performers range from local comics to top talents from "The Comedy Zone," the nation's largest comedy club network. Tickets prices range from $8 to $10, excluding special events. Late night private comedy shows are available and reservations are always recommended. The Visani also offers Happy Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday. Its complete dinner menu includes Italian entrees, hand tossed pizzas and homemade desserts.
Visani Restaurant and Comedy Theater
2400 Kings Highway
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
941-629-9191
visani.net
Laugh-In Comedy Café is next to the Groove Street Grill and Discotheque in Fort Myers, approximately 25 miles from Punta Gorda. Visitors to the comedy café must be 21 or older. Performances are at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. every Friday and Saturday. The 8 p.m. shows are promoted as smoke-free. Laugh-In Comedy Café also offers a full dinner menu.
Laugh-In Comedy Café
8595 College Parkway
Fort Myers, FL 33919
239-479-5233
laughincomedycafe.com