Department of FoodieDepartment of FoodiePerformance venue, education center & cafe offering shows & classes in comedy, dance, art & more.
27-16 23 Avenue, Queens 11105From Google Maps reviews.
As a performer, I have to say QED is an incredible place to do a show. The crowd at this place, as is true for most privately owned smaller places, was phenomenal. Really engaged & responsive. The stage is a bit small, but it was enough for our magic show. Dealing with Hannah was a joy, and the bar had beer, wine, and a limited liquor list, as well as food. It's kinda cool to be able to get a few cookies while watching a show. Can't wait until our next show!
This is a hidden gem deep inside Astoria. I am happy i find the local stand up comdy place and dont have to travel to manhattan. I hope drinks and food are good and will try next time. This place needs to get promoted more, as a long term Astorian, i only noticed QED through an acquaintance's post about her poetry event yesterday!
I first heard about QED Astoria Comedy Club on 5/1/2026 from a friend, and ended up going the very same night with another friend—and I’m glad I did. The spot has a really cool, calm vibe that makes it easy to relax and enjoy the night. The comedians were solid and kept the crowd engaged throughout. The food was actually really good too, which was a nice bonus for a comedy venue. What really stood out to me was the environment and the staff. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the staff members
From the Nov 8, 2025 health inspection. Lower-priority items are listed after the serious ones.
Shelves, ledges, or equipment exteriors aren't clean or easy to clean.