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The Exchange, Lancaster, PA

The Exchange

4.5
4.5
948 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for happy hour
A high-energy cocktail lounge amidst the Lancaster sky, The Exchange redefines your view of this historic yet Hip City. We are a 21+ establishment after 4pm. You must present a valid physical ID at the door.

Sip from an extensive craft cocktail menu complemented by thoughtful wine & local beer selection; savor a menu of inventive small plates by Chef Ryan McQuillan; and socialize at the The Exchange: Your favorite gathering place.

RESERVATIONS: Reservations are encouraged during peak times and weekends. Walk-ins are welcomed on a first come, first serve basis. If you're looking to make a reservation, please find us on OpenTable, or call during business hours.

INCLEMENT WEATHER: Please be aware that outdoor seating is not guaranteed; your reservation is subject to cancellation in any case of severe weather or unsafe wind conditions on the roof. If we are unable to move your reservation inside, we will contact you.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (717) 207-4096
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan McQuillan

Offers

  • Rooftop Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 16:00 - 18:00
    Come join us for Happy Hour Monday through Friday from 4-6PM. We are featuring $12 Rotating Cocktails, $7 Daily Wine Features, $5 Draft Beers as well as $8 Marinated Olives, $12 Truffled Buffalo Cauliflower and $13 Margherita Pizzas.

What 948 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Philadelphia County

    Great for scenic views

  • Lancaster County

    Innovative

  • Lancaster County

    Good for groups

  • Lancaster County

    Healthy

  • Lancaster County

    Hot spot

  • Lancaster County

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Lancaster County

    Romantic

  • Lancaster County

    Lively

  • Lancaster County

    American

  • Lancaster County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Exchange in Lancaster offers a "breathtaking" rooftop dining experience with "amazing views" and a "wonderful ambiance." Guests enjoy "creative craft cocktails" and "delicious" food, though the menu is "limited." Service is often praised, with standout mentions for servers like Josh. It's perfect for special occasions or sunset views.

948 Reviews
  1. Gary

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food, and service was impeccable . Gorgeous views of the city!

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  2. David

    VIP

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent excellent place to hang out and the food is delicious and excellent!drinks are the best.
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your amazing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the food, drinks, and overall experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another fantastic visit!

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  3. Deborah

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat at our table for 15 minutes and no service. Reservation at 8:45. Server appeared around 9:15. The food was delicious but everyone was done almost and mine came late because I ordered without pesto on top and she had to get another. Watching the fireworks was great from outside. Would try it again next year. This was the first experience we had with not great service. Been here 5 times.
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the food and the view of the fireworks. However, we sincerely apologize for the delay in service – this is certainly not the experience we aim to provide, and we understand how frustrating that must have been. We're grateful for your continued patronage and your constructive feedback. We'll be sure to address the service timing to ensure it’s better next time. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back next year for an even better experience.

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  4. Harry

    Greater Boston

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent venue. Atmosphere and service were awesome. Need more menu items, however.
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and service during your visit. We appreciate your suggestion about expanding the menu, and we will definitely take that into consideration as we continue to refine and improve our offerings. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great experience!

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  5. Kelly

    Philadelphia

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great time! We were able to be outside with the heaters and fire pit tables. What a great ambiance! Service was attentive and friendly and the food was really good. I’m looking forward to going again!
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the outdoor seating with the heaters and fire pit tables. We're so glad that the ambiance, service, and food met your expectations. Our team works hard to create a welcoming and memorable experience, and it's wonderful to know it made an impact. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another enjoyable visit!

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  6. John

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    82 reviews

    2.0

    82 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    It would be nice if the food and service were equal to the setting. The food is just OK. The setting is fabulous. The space is designed as a conversation lounge. The music is too loud for conversation. The food used to be very very good. The current menu is too ambitious. Get back to simple good tasting bar food and improve the pizza. The staff works very hard unfortunately there is not enough staff to provide good service.
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're glad to hear you appreciate the setting and design of our space – we truly aim to create a welcoming environment. We will look into adjusting the volume of our music to create a comfortable environment for conversation. We also appreciate your feedback about the food and service. We're sorry to hear that the food didn’t meet your expectations during your visit. As for the service, we appreciate your recognition of our hardworking staff, and we're actively working to ensure we have the right level of support to deliver a great experience for everyone. Your input is important to us, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon with a better experience.

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  7. Aliosky

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    CAM was great. His service and attention was awesome
    The ExchangeResponded 1 day ago
    We will be sure to pass along your kind words to Cameron! He is a great asset to our team! Hope to see you again soon!!

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  8. Angel

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant only had one server working and she just couldn’t get everything done.
    The ExchangeResponded on 22 December 2024
    Thank you for sharing your experience. We sincerely apologize for the wait you encountered due to having only one server on staff. We understand how important prompt service is and will work on improving our staffing to ensure a better experience for all our guests. We hope to have the chance to serve you again soon!

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  9. Mosheaff

    Philadelphia

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 12 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a fun place to enjoy delicious light appitizer food. Fun drinks and the best view in Lancaster city!
    The ExchangeResponded on 22 December 2024
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the appetizers, drinks, and the view. It’s always great to know our guests enjoy our establishment. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience!

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  10. Sharon

    Philadelphia

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Pizza was great! Seating can be uncomfortable, table too small for 4 diners. Service top notch!
    The ExchangeResponded on 22 December 2024
    Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed your meal and had a positive experience with our service. We also appreciate your feedback on the seating, and we will definitely take it into consideration as we continue to improve. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!

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FAQs

The Exchange is rated 4.5 stars by 948 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for The Exchange

25 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

Additional information

  • Area
    Lancaster
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 11:00 am–12:00 am Sun 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    The Exchange offers a public parking lot, attached to The Lancaster Marriott.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ryan McQuillan
  • Additional
    Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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