Exchange AlleyWe thoroughly enjoyed ourWe thoroughly enjoyed our meal. The restaurant staff is very accommodating and hospitable. Our only objection was that the restaurant was quite warm on the night we dined there, but I assume they were having temporary AC problems.
There are a lot of interesting items on the menu and among the various dishes we ordered there was not one that we found lacking. The anchovy toast, crispy beef cheeks and jambalaya balls appetizers were all quite good. The pasta dishes (lasagna edges and priest stranglers) were excellent. The black bass was tasty but a bit difficult to manage with the whole spring onions in the bottom of the bowl.
We definitely look forward to returning to Exchange Alley for another meal.6/8/2013 12:00:00 AMFantastic place in the neighborhoodWaiters are always friendly and helpful, food is always delicious and fit for any occasion. Great for sharing, intimate gatherings, lunch, big groups. It's on my regular rotation.6/1/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat waiterI took my friend out to dinner to celebrate his graduation.
We met one of the most friendliest and sweetest waiter ever.
The food was also very good. The noise level got a little too high but we were at the restaurant for nearly 5 hours as it was comfortable. It was a really nice occasion and my friend was happy.5/29/2013 12:00:00 AMFunky, eclectic, great staff.......Funky, eclectic, great staff...............I will be back for sure.......5/26/2013 12:00:00 AMA Great SpotWent for a 7pm reservation and had a good conversation with the bartender while I waited for my date. The bartender was hospitable and even informed me of great beers near Coney Island. The dishes were delicious and for appetizers worth the price and more. The atmosphere of the restaurant really set a good mood for my date and I enjoyed it a lot.5/20/2013 12:00:00 AMAmazing foodA wonderful place to dine, loved the drinks and the food. Slightly odd waiter outfits, but for me that just addax to the experience. Absolutely the best food we ate on this holiday, and good prices as well. Will definitely be back!5/16/2013 12:00:00 AMdelicious, delicious, deliciousstumbled upon this spot and it has become one of my favorite spots in the east village/alphabet city area. wonderful food, friendly staff, amazing drink list, live bands during brunch - what's not to like?!5/12/2013 12:00:00 AMquintessential neighborhood gemFriends in nyc recommended Exchange to me as a great place "off the beaten track". I brought 3 business colleagues and they were not disappointed. One hipster friend called the priest stranglers on the menu " the best pasta dish he ever ate". The hangar steak, jambalya balls with Brown gravy and salt seared cod were all extraordinary. We ate family style and shared 3 apps, 4 mains and the cheese plate. The only one that wasnt as well received ad the others was the braciole, which was just a tad dry. Service was excellent and very friendly. Chase was our server and made solid recommendations on beers and sides. 5 stars for this near perfect little gem.5/7/2013 12:00:00 AMExcellent New Orleans influencedExcellent New Orleans influenced food bursting with dynamic flavors. Limited menu, but seasonal dishes & reasonable prices make for a wonderful experience.4/27/2013 12:00:00 AMGreat for a low key night.A lovely experience all round. Very helpful friendly staff, interesting menu and just a pleasant night out.4/25/2013 12:00:00 AMExceptional food; unique flavorsExceptional food; unique flavors and pairings; everything, but ordinary. Urban beat atmosphere.4/16/2013 12:00:00 AMThe menu was varied and weThe menu was varied and we liked everything that we ordered. We had a vegetarian with us and she was especially pleased with her choices. We were a little disappointed with the fact that they did not have a full bar. I thought the wine by the glass selection was limited and overly expensive. I will go back when I am in the neighborhood again, but may not make a special trip just to go to the restaurant.3/30/2013 12:00:00 AMPhneomenalPhenomenal. Everything was good: food, atmosphere, music, service...everything. The attention to detail was impressive.
We ordered two entrees and all six sides. Enough food, as it turns out, for dinner the next nights at home. But, we were intent on sampling everything we could.
The entrees were great: pasta and hanger steak. But the best part were the sides: brussels, radicchio, kale, etc. Even the fries were a treat.
Highly recommend for most occasions.3/22/2013 12:00:00 AMHad a wonderful "Girls NightHad a wonderful "Girls Night Out" dinner on a Saturday night. Staff was great, food delicious and ambiance eclecticly fun!
We dined on several small plates and a trio of veggies (plus cocktails) and all were delicious!3/16/2013 12:00:00 AMEclectic and provocativeMy dad grilled our waiter about almost every item on the menu, and I was very impressed with his insightful answers. I was even more impressed that all the food that came to our table was delicious!!!! I also enjoyed the setting, which is laid back enough not to be pretentious, but well-lit enough to feel very glam.3/13/2013 12:00:00 AM