If, on a Friday or Saturday night, you happen to be digging into a plate of those famous fried onion rings or a crisp-fried softshell crab at Burke's Restaurant, you might never guess that there's a full-fledged comedy club upstairs. Credit that to good soundproofing, because the Comedy Factory is always ringing with laughter as up-and-coming comedic talent takes to the stage. Offering two shows a night, the comedy club's material runs from mild to raunchy. With its cafe-table seating and well-placed stage, Comedy Factory manages to retain an intimate feel despite its 200-seat capacity. -- Cynthia Glover (Photo: Laureen Miles Brunelli)