Village Underground vs Fat Black Pussycat.

Village Underground and the Fat Black Pussycat are both part of the Comedy Cellar family at 130 West 3rd Street in Greenwich Village, essentially sharing the same building but offering different experiences. Village Underground is the larger room — it hosts the same caliber headliner lineups as the MacDougal Street flagship, with better sightlines and a more spacious feel. The Fat Black Pussycat is the smaller, more casual space that leans toward developing talent and earlier, more affordable shows. If you want the full Comedy Cellar headliner experience without the cramped quarters of MacDougal, Village Underground is your best bet. If you want a more relaxed, discovery-oriented evening at a lower price point, the Pussycat delivers. Both benefit from the Cellar's unmatched booking relationships.