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The Exchange, Lancaster, PA

The Exchange

4.6 (988)
$30 and under
American
25 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for scenic views
  • 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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Ryan McQuillan
  • Neighborhood
    Lancaster
  • Parking details
    The Exchange offers a public parking lot, attached to The Lancaster Marriott.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Rooftop Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    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 988 people are saying

The Exchange reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Lancaster County

    Best Ambiance

  • Lancaster County

    Hot spot

  • Lancaster County

    Lively

  • Lancaster County

    American

  • Lancaster County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Exchange in Lancaster is a vibrant spot with "great views" and "fabulous food," especially their pizza and unique offerings like the salmon dip. The ambiance is praised as "amazing" with a "welcoming vibe." Service often shines, thanks to attentive staff like Issa and Josh. A must-visit for sunset drinks or a relaxed evening.

988 Reviews
  1. Lisa VIP

    London36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Stopped for an early dinner before an event nearby…very nice space with a lovely view. Service was good and we very much enjoyed the meal.
    The ExchangeResponded 2 days ago
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your early dinner with us, especially the view, service, and your meal. It means a lot to know we could help make your evening before the event a pleasant one. We hope to welcome you back again soon — whether for another dinner or just to enjoy the view!

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  2. Gary

    Charleston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice fun place with a view of the city. Food, drinks and staff were great
    The ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, service, and of course, the city views. We hope to see you again soon for another great visit!

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  3. JASON

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Came for sunset drinks and dessert. It was great we will be back thank you!
    The ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for joining us for sunset drinks and dessert — we're so glad to hear you had a great time! We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Cheers!

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  4. Diane

    San Francisco9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Went on Mother’s Day for brunch. I have read reviews over the years and had higher expectations. The furniture, bar, and menus were not clean. They did not have any Bloody Mary mix. The print used on the menu was difficult to read. Food was pretty good. Service was slow. The Hostess was very friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, I have to say I would not go back.
    The ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for joining us for Mother’s Day brunch and for sharing your honest feedback. While we’re glad to hear you enjoyed the food and found our hostess friendly and accommodating, we’re truly sorry to hear that other aspects of your experience didn’t meet expectations. We sincerely apologize for the cleanliness issues and the unavailability of the Bloody Mary mix — that’s not the standard we aim to uphold. Your feedback about the menu design and the pace of service is also noted and will be shared with our team for immediate review and improvement. We understand your disappointment and regret that we didn’t leave you with a more positive impression. Thank you again for your comments — they help us do better.

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  5. Matthew

    San Francisco2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Great drinks, great views, and highly recommend the Pistachio Pizza
    The ExchangeResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the drinks, the views, and especially the Pistachio Pizza — it's definitely one of our favorites too. Hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  6. Beverley VIP

    Philadelphia39 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love The Exchange. It is a great setting and a very relaxed way to reconnect with friends over some shareables and great cocktails. We had an enjoyable evening and we would like to give a shout out to our server, Dan.
    The ExchangeResponded on May 7, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear The Exchange is a great spot for you to relax and reconnect with friends. Sharing great food, cocktails, and conversation is what it's all about. We’ll make sure Dan gets your shout-out—he’ll really appreciate it! Looking forward to having you back again soon.

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  7. Fred

    Philadelphia1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE coming here! The ambience is great, the views are amazing, and the food is fabulous. Our server, Issa, was wonderful—attentive, helpful, cheerful and fun. Just the right amount of engagement with quick and seamless service! We’ll be back!
    The ExchangeResponded on May 7, 2025
    Wow, thank you so much for the wonderful review! We’re so happy to hear that you love coming here and that the ambience, views, and food continue to impress. Issa will be thrilled to hear your kind words—we’re lucky to have such a fantastic team member. Can’t wait to welcome you back again soon!

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  8. Jeremy

    Philadelphia5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place and awesome atmosphere! Josh our server was excellent. If you are ever in area it's a spot you need to visit.
    The ExchangeResponded on May 7, 2025
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the atmosphere and that Josh took great care of you. We’ll be sure to pass along the compliment! We hope to see you again the next time you're in the area.

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  9. Jane

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at the Exchange. It was a beautiful night with fantastic views. The wings and pizza were very different and delicious. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
    The ExchangeResponded on May 3, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful evening at The Exchange and enjoyed the views, wings, and pizza. It's always our goal to offer a unique and memorable dining experience, and your recommendation means the world to us. We hope to welcome you back again soon!

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  10. Eduard VIP

    Alabama21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very nice vibe. Good food quality. Great drink selection.
    The ExchangeResponded on May 3, 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to leave us a wonderful review and have a lovely day!

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FAQs

The Exchange is rated 4.6 stars by 988 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
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Google Map for The Exchange

25 South Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    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
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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