Corned Beef and Comedy at Irving's

Corned Beef and Comedy: they go together like Lucy and Ethel, or Abbott and Costello.

Experience this classic comedy duo when in Livingston presents the 11^th Corned Beef and Comedy show on Friday, Dec. 9.

“It’s a riot,” said Maryann Fischer, who works at the Deli.  “Everyone has a great time.” 

For $49.95, customers will get a full dinner (including one of Irving’s famous sandwiches, fries or potato pancakes, salad, unlimited fountain drinks, dessert and coffee) and the show.  Plus, it’s BYOB.

“It’s the best deal in comedy,” said owner Mike Holst.  “You get to see the best comics and have a terrific meal, for a great price.”

This show is a “Best of the Best,” featuring some of New York City’s hottest comics, and it is expected to be a sell-out.  “These guys are all closers; they usually get top billing wherever they perform,” said Holst.

Take Joseph Anthony, for one.  “I was surprised he even agreed to do the show,” said Holst.  “He usually performs at The Borgata, but we are lucky to get him.”  The evening’s host is the highly popular John Larrochia – aka the New York Fire Comic.

Holst started the shows about a year ago, because as a standup comedy fan he was irritated by having to drop $100 a person to see his favorite comedians perform at comedy clubs.

Doors open at 8 p.m., and seating is limited – so call 973-994-5100 to order your tickets now.  As an added incentive, anyone who mentions this Patch article gets an additional $5 off per ticket.