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The Exchange

4.5 (165 reviews)
Closed 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Espresso martinis
Megan C.

Speakeasy vibes, modern cocktails. Perfect for date night or drinks with the girls. They have a happy hour until 7pm every week day. Totally worth asking for their half price drinks. Their espresso martini is one of the best Ive had.

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Amy H.

The Exchange is a cool place to stop for a drink. My friend and I were in Indy for the night for a concert & stopped in fairly late and it was hopping. We found a cute little table with two chairs that worked for us to sit, but had we had a larger party we likely would have been standing. We each ordered a cocktail which we didn't care for personally & also each had a glass of prosecco. It was definitely a place with cool ambiance to meet with you friends or for a date night stop.

Mary H.

Stopped in for a little late date night cocktail. I love the seasonal creations. There's something for everyone and if you don't care for the cocktail list, the bartenders are great and can create something to your taste.

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Leo M.

First time here . Awesome place for cocktails! Friendly staff, great music, and the drinks were amazing. I'll definitely be coming back.

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Alesha M.

This may be the place. The Exchange is a gorgeous whiskey-forward bar in the heart of Mass Ave. With a cozy and beautiful garden-level space. There is an Elevator (so it is accessible to all) and a ramp from outside. You can also rent out the space during the week. The rough stone exterior walls are adorned by a curved glass window letting in light on one side from the busy streets of Mass Ave. The floors are piled high with deep red and vibrant oriental rugs, ascending that classic speakeasy vibe. There are plenty of different seating options like leather sofas, cushiony chairs, and bar stools; however, the spot to nab would be the two private tables tucked away under the curved glass window. The end of the space has a large mirror and is perfect for selfies. They have a cocktail menu featuring a variety of spirits, whiskey, gin, vodka, etc., and a few good local bourbons like Cardinal Street Distillery, 18th Street Rye, Hard Truth Hills, etc. I'm so impressed by the Bar staff, they were busy but still making perfect cocktails with a smile, I'm astonished at their skill and composure. We'll be back for a date night to check it out more thoroughly on a less busy night.

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Hunter S.

The Exchange is a must visit when in Indy. Was visiting town and was looking for a cool place to grab a drink with a few friends where we all sit together, and hear each other over some cocktails. We found the spot! Drinks were all excellent. The vibes were on point with a speakeasy type scene. Exposed brick and leather couches pair well with the menu. The mixologists nailed even custom orders from us. Highly recommend for the mass ave area.

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Lauryn S.

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

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Kayla B.

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!)

Ayla N.

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.

Executive old fashioned and dark side of the moon
Monica H.

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

Tank G.

A quick note about the bar's historical aspect. It is located in the Hammond Block building, which was built in 1874. It is one of the oldest original buildings still standing in the Indy. This is a decent low key/chill bar located on the CBD end of Mass Ave, across from the Eagle. There is a lot of metered parking available within a reasonable walking distance from this joint. There are also a few commercial parking lots nearby, if that is your thing. The bar is two levels with full bars and lounge seating available. As I mentioned, it is a very chill spot with a lot of personality. It is a casual place that has a high end vibe. They have a decent signature cocktail menu with some seasonal cocktails on. They claim to also have the 450 of the best whiskeys you can find. I was not that thirsty, so I will take their word on it. It is a cozy space with a very friendly staff. The drinks are not just savory, but they make them a presentation, especially their Old Fashioned. There is also light food options available including deviled eggs and bacon with onion jam. This is a neat little duck-off located just outside on Indy's CBD. My group really enjoyed hanging out here. They have some savory cocktails and great staff. I recommend checking this joint out.

Natalie G.

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.

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Theresa G.

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!

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Their website is terrible. There are no menus for food or drink. We have friends arriving late tonight and we wanted whiskey but also food. Do they serve food and if so what kind? Thank you

Small bites - they're definitely not a food spot. I'd recommend grabbing food first, then visiting them for a great cocktail or two.

I know they are a whiskey bar but, do they have any champagne or sparkling wine?

Is this establishment 21+ only?

Yes 21 and up

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Amazing food. Volcano sushi was awesome. Excellent customer service, quick attention and everything…read morewas nice

My friends, family, husband, and I all came here for my birthday dinner back on 1/6. It was by the…read moremost perfect meal I've had in Indy. All of my loved ones were there to celebrate my birthday, and paired with such amazing food it made it a magical night. It was a Tuesday night and was fairly busy, but we passed any downtime chatting with each other and sipping on cocktails. The owner, Nara, is SO kind, sweet, gracious, I could go on and on. You can tell she really loves her job and running a business. The staff were so attentive for such a large party and made sure we always had fresh cocktails, water refills, and empty plates were removed promptly. We had vegetarians, peanut allergies, and picky eaters, but they accommodated everyone. I think my husband and I ended up splitting 5 sushi rolls total (still dreaming of them) and the table pretty much split multiple appetizers across the board. Everyone loved their cocktails, appetizers, and entrees. When I thanked Nara for such an amazing dinner and let her know it was my first time dining there and that it was my birthday she brought out a round of lychee sake shots for the table and started playing a happy birthday song throughout the restaurant. Literally almost cried because it was so sweet and thoughtful. The sake was crazy delicious and a hit for the whole table. The only *minor* downside was that each cocktail was made individually by what seemed to be just one bartender, so it took some time for drinks to come out. Again, otherwise a perfect meal, but keep that in mind and be patient for drinks to come out! My husband and I's favorite sushi haunt has always been Mori Sushi before now, but now I cannot wait to come back to Hasuno for more amazing appetizers and sushi rolls!!! They have a small parking lot that fills up fast, but there is always lots of street parking in fountain square. It's a great spot for dinner and easily walkable to other spots for nightcaps to end the evening.

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