The Exchange

Absolutely-freakin'-lutely lovely bar with the BEST service. The drinks are great (with unique flavors), the service was amazing, bathroom was clean, and the seats are comfortable with great ambiance. Would definitely come back (especially if you're looking for a less-romantic vibe than many of the other Mass Ave cocktail bar options). PROS:-Everything about our server, Jace. Despite doing all of the people-ing for the entire cocktail bar, he spent quite a bit of time chatting with us, making us feel valued, and providing really fantastic cocktail recommendations and a history of the place. This is probably some of the best and most personalized service I've had a cocktail bar this year. -Our cocktails were delicious too, so kudos to the second employee who was crafting all the drinks so Jace could manage tables. We never waited long for a drink. -I'm not a huge whiskey person, but I *do* love good cocktails. Our server said they could add a bit extra sweetness to various cocktails when I was unsure about the original flavor, and pretty much everything that was brought to our table was delicious in the best of ways. A bartender being able to modify things to best work for their patrons is A+! -They bring a full whiskey bottle of water to your table to "pour your own" as needed. The whiskey bottle is a great touch, and it makes it easy to keep yourself hydrated and safe while enjoying their cocktails without bothering a server. CONS:-Even at open on a Thursday, they were surprisingly busy (compared to the cocktail bars around Mass Ave.) Expect to encounter more people here, it seems, than nearby options. Partnered with natural light streaming through the windows, it made the vibe here feel "friendly" instead of "sultry" which is the ambiaence it seems a lot of nearby options are going for. -I only found a single unisex bathroom for the entire establishment. Not a huge deal when it's less busy, but I always worry when there's a single bathroom for a location designed for drinking. (Bathroom was clean though!)

The Exchange is a beacon of sophistication and charm. This upscale bar and cocktail lounge offers an impeccable ambiance, where the music softly complements rather than overpowers, creating an ideal backdrop for meaningful conversations. My visit with my boyfriend and his parents was enhanced by a menu of expertly crafted cocktails: my boyfriend enjoyed a classic Old Fashioned, his father relished a balanced martini, his mother savored a bold and refreshing spicy margarita, as I delighted in the enchanting Starlight Special. The Exchange masterfully blends elegance with comfort, making it a standout destination for both intimate gatherings and refined socializing.

Where do I begin? This might just be my new favorite place to grab drinks! What drew me in was their wide selection of whiskey flights. My boyfriend was coming to town and he's a huge whiskey guy so I knew I had to bring him to check this spot out.We stopped by for the first time ~4:30pm last Saturday and were extremely happy/impressed with our experience. This bar is 2 floors. We went down to the basement and loved the dim, intimate lighting. It made for a great conversational space. The cocktail menu has a lovely, unique selection and there are whiskey options galore for all you whiskey lovers out there.Our bartender, Chris, was the man!!! He was very knowledgeable on all the different types of whiskeys they offered and gave us perfect drink recommendations based on our palettes. I had the Epic Luau and the All Hell Broke Juice. My boyfriend chose the whiskey flight (bartender's choice) and the Executive Old Fashioned. Our drinks were perfect!My boyfriend really enjoyed the experience of a whiskey flight and the bartender's choice is a fun option as you never know what you're going to get and you get to try something new! Chris made sure to ask my boyfriend a couple questions before crafting his flight (he requested 1 japanese whiskey, 1 rye whiskey, and 1 wild card aka any type of whiskey that Chris absolutely loves). It was a real treat having a one-of-a-kind, personalized experience and having a friendly, skilled bartender makes it 10000x better.Overall, I'm so glad we stopped by because it really kicked off our weekend on a high note. We'll definitely be returning in the future! Props to The Exchange for giving the people a good time

This is a really cool place to grab a drink before dinner. Great atmosphere, friendly service, and delicious drinks. We'll definitely be back.

YES YES AND YES I really like the vibe of The exchange! It's dark, intimate, artsy... just love it. Comes w/ 2 levels. Upstairs is smaller and more lighting. Downstairs is more dark and private w/ more space for bigger parties.The cocktails are significant and signature. They make a mean cocktail but be specific or things can get outta hand in price or general preference. The staff is fun, professional and educated on what's good for the palate. Definitely try them out!

A hidden gem on Mass Ave! We came in here by chance around Christmas time and have been back several times since. It's a fantastic place to grab a drink! The atmosphere is dark and cozy with different seating options. The service is great and the drinks are spectacular! I love the Executive and the Aviation cocktails!

One of my favorite places to go on mass ave!!!!The exchange is a hip and fun whiskey bar, but seating is limited. The staff is always so friendly and helpful when it comes to the drink menu. In addition to drinks they serve small plates into the evening.

I love the vibes here, however, the espresso martini was disappointing. Maybe that's my fault though for ordering one at a whiskey bar. Decent prices and friendly staff!

I cannot recommend this place enough. I love coming here with friends for a quick drink to start or end the night. My favorite is Petal to the Metal! It's a lavender gin drink & I dream about having this drink all the time! It's delicious! Staff is always amazing as well. It is very moody and has "speak easy" vibes.

Monday Mornings are best on Saturday evenings... They had me at cold brew and I was not disappointed. The overall ambience of The Exchange Whiskey Bar is relaxed elegance. I'm obsessed with the eclectic vibes, mixed with rich tones, and textures... whatever the occasion this is the place to celebrate! Our waitress this evening was Asia, she has such a great personality and really added to the experience! This was my friends first time here and she commented that she really enjoyed the overall vibes and how friendly everyone was... love hearing this when I introduce friends to new to them venues.