I have been to Exchange twice since they opened- once on opening night and another weekday night since then. I have tried 3 cocktails overall, and they have all been alright. The presentation of them is amazing, I am just always slightly underwhelmed at the taste. They are a little heavy on the alcohol taste, although maybe I am just uncultured when it comes to good cocktails haha. The people I was with got some whiskey and bourbon flights that they seemed to enjoy. The first time we visited we got food menus once we sat down (just some small snack foods- cheese spreads, charcuterie boards, deviled eggs, etc.), but the second time we did not and had to ask what they offered. We ended up getting a cheese spread that was fantastic. Overall this place has a very cool vibe. Amazing decor, fitting wallpaper, and a great view of mass ave either from above or below. I enjoy visiting just for the ambience and location. Sitting downstairs was my favorite. They do a good job with covid precautions that I have seen, with everyone wearing masks. It seems a bit crowded inside but it looks like they do have the tables 6 feet apart. The low ceilings I believe give the impression that it is closed than that. I will be back because with such a good cocktail list, I know there is one there for me- I just need to find it! And to try some more of their small plates. read more

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Cute bar with lots of upscale mixed drinks, mostly whiskey based. Music after 8 pm gets loud to promote more of a dance vibe.

We stopped in here for the first time before our dinner reservation to kill some time. The interior was really nice and the downstairs had a modern speakeasy vibe. Lots of comfy chairs and a couch. I was really hoping they would have a NA cocktail list and to my delight they did! There were three creatively thought out options. Each one sounded great, but I went with Life Force. The best way I can describe it is it tasted like a cucumber flavored sour skittle, but in the best way. Tons of complex flavors and bitters. It was amazing. My husband liked his whiskey cocktail as well but he really liked mine more. This is definitely our new go-to place for a drink. I'm excited to try the other two NA cocktails. read more

The Exchange - Finally a thoughtful NA cocktail menu! - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Thrilled to have a whiskey bar like this in Indy! Wonderful selection and reasonable prices, fantastic cocktails. Staff really knows their stuff and can help you make a decision based on your own flavor profiles. My only wish is they had more app options and didn't run out frequently. read more

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This place was lovely!!! I knew it was going be the minute I found a spot by the door. I would say it took bout 10 mins for us to find a sit, once we did it was all up from there. We started off with old fashion, then had some delightful drink in wine glass! We ate bacon and got charcuterie board. I would say don't go there hungry didn't know they just served snacks. Overall it was great experience and our waitress was great! Def would go again and again! read more

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Great ambiance! We visited Indianapolis for the weekend and decided to try this place because it looked cool. It is definitely all about drinks, but their hummus dip was good. Their service is amazing! We will definitely come back. read more

The Exchange - Don't tell lies in heaven 10/10 Hollaback girl 9/10 Hummus 7/10 - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

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Highly recommend building your own flight. Picked three I have never had. The bartender was able to help me round out my pairing by suggesting the middle bourbon. This place is a super chill vibe. The only thing that would make it better if there was live music. There is music playing in the background, I sort of variety upbeat and popular music. If you are a bourbon/whiskey/connoisseur of interesting and never seen before liquor, go here. read more

The Exchange - Build your own flight - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Great selection of spirits, knowledgeable and friendly bartender, well crafted cocktails at a location in the heart of it all! Inside you find well decorated space. We sat upstairs so great natural light and we were there at a time when we got to see it convert to dark... The lighting and atmosphere inside adjusted with it Just enough bar bites so you can keep on sipping the mixologist's works... Charcuterie, dip, etc. Pay parking on the streets surrounding, easy access by bike or bus, definitely walkable from other downtown areas. Our group had two cocktail lovers with two bourbon/whiskey lovers and all were happy.... Highly Coveted selections that are available while they last / higher price point spirits on the rotating TV screen, but the rest of the menu included a great selection of some things I'd still consider coveted like eagle rare for instance. Cocktail wise, we had adventures including.... House marinated cherry, cocktail cube drink, toasted marshmallow and seared pineapple leather.... Come and try the adventure! read more

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Drinkers of spirit-forward and sweet drinks alike would find something great at The Exchange, a two-story comfy bar on the corner of Mass Ave. The atmosphere, location, and menu selection are all stellar. I'm not huge on whiskey, but the drinks are very creative and tasty. The staff is well-educated on the menu, and they contribute their own ideas for the menu. There are MANY options outside of whiskey-based drinks, like vodka and tequila. I'd recommend ParkMobile street parking on Mass Ave or New York St. The price is very fair for cute cocktails. read more

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Grown and sexy! It reminds me of a cigar bar. I waited on my friend to get there and the bartenders made sure I didn't feel alone. Theyre so helpful and knowledgeable of the menu but that's because they make it. They have a list of specialty cocktails that all the bartenders come together and make. They only get 4 stars from me because their "food menu" could use just a couple more items on there. We loved our girls night read more

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Such a great spot to chill with friends and grab a few drinks. I've been wanting to try since it's opened so my husband and I stopped by briefly for one drink. We both got the Executive Old Fashioned. This drink came with a full smoke show. Can't wait to go back. Also, there's a downstairs area. read more

This was my first time here and wow from walking in I was so amazed. I'm always enjoy a low lit speakeasy prohibition vibe bar and that's exactly what this was. The bar-top was full upstairs so we went downstairs and sat at the empty bar where we were greeted by a fantastic bartender name Brandon. Round 1 I started off with "sneaky peat" which was a smokey drink topped with a roasted marshmallow. The drink was very strong (not complaining lol) so I drank it slow. My friend had a drink that tasted like apple cider but very smooth and not too sweet it had the perfect amount of tartness to it! Round 2 While also enjoying some of the BEST damn bacon I've ever had with a side of onion jam I opted for another drink "Don't tell lies in heaven" this drink was a cherry based whisky cocktail with vanilla bitters, you could really taste the vanilla at the end which made for a wonderful finish. Round 3 Since it was national wine day I ended the night with my favorite white wine...Sauvignon Blanc, this wine was so crisp and refreshing that I asked Asia (the other bartender who was such a doll) if I could take a picture of the bottle. It was so good! I really enjoyed my night here and can't wait to visit again, definitely one of the best bars I've been to EVER....by the time we left there downstairs bar was full! read more

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Okay, I gave this place 4 stars last time because of the cheap cheese in the not-so-cheap charcuterie board. I loved the drinks last time, but this time we sat at the bar which was an entirely different experience. I didn't get his name, but the guy wearing the Goosebumps shirt tonight is the absolute best bartender ever! I had given up on finding creative bartenders who actually listen and can make a customized drink, but he absolutely nailed it! He said (based on the other drinks I had ordered), "You like clear liquor, citrus, herbal, and smoke?" Yes!! And he made a drink that felt like it was absolutely personalized to my taste. The drink he gave me was exactly what I wanted but would have never even known how to ask for. He's like a mind-reader cocktail guru, and I am absolutely blown away. read more

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One of my favorite go to spots for a date due to the ambiance and drinks! It's darkly lit with a lot of comfortable seats. If you're going on a weekend try and get there a bit earlier because it fills up quickly and seats are harder to find read more

Came here on a whim on a Saturday evening with a friend. I had wanted to check it out, but always looked too busy for my COVID comfort levels. As for COVID: seats are semi-spaced out. I wouldn't say they're 6 feet apart as a guy seated at the bar was only about 3ish feet from us. Our waitress was wearing a buff/neck gaiter which have proved to be worse than a face mask. A note on accessibility since Mass Ave struggles to provide basic accessibility: it does have an accessible entrance by means of an elevator, but you are limited to staying to the first floor if I observed correctly. I went with a vodka drink as I had a vodka drink prior. I really wanted to try a whiskey cocktail, so that'll be nice. Lots of people were ordering a smoke-infused drink that was brought out on a wooden tray and had a globe of smoke around the drink that was fun to see. It also smelled amazing. My drink was just okay. I didn't want something too sweet and it was too sweet for my likings. It needed some brightness to it like lemon/lemon or some bubbles. It was a fig-infused vodka with mango juice. My friend ordered the berry vodka cocktail and it was much better in terms of not being overly sweet. Reason for the 4 stars: - drink wasn't the best I've had - service was not good. We waited a good 15-20 minutes for our check. I had to go up and ask for it and it still took her a good 10 minutes to bring it to us. It was busy, albeit, but all the tables around us were taken care of it seemed. Must have been an off night. Looking forward to coming back and trying a whiskey cocktail next time! read more

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This bar is hands down the cutest bar I've been to. It feels so upscale and fancy without being too overwhelming. We got there really early. (We were the first ones there.) It took no time for the place to fill up, and after having a few drinks there, I know exactly why. Their cocktails are BOMB and they have tons of whiskey to choose from. If you're a whiskey enthusiast, this is definitely the place for you. If you like seasonal cocktails and good vibes, you'll love it here too. read more

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My new favorite whiskey bar downtown! Great vibes, great Ambiance, Great music. Just need more food so we don't have to leave Food: We had the charcuterie board. Good to snack on while enjoying the drinks. Drinks: So many options on the menu. This time I got the scotch flight as the Sneaky Pete. I always get the Sneaky Pete, for the smokey flavor and the marshmallow. Service: Jeremia was helping us out, he's amazing! Very helpful and engaging. read more

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If good vibes were a whisky bar, this would fit the bill. The Exchange is a perfectly placed spot with speakeasy energy. The two floors provide ample space for spirits fans to get cozy with their favorite cocktail. The seating definitely gives classic library feels, with high top tables mixed in for great variety. The staff is welcoming and knowledgeable and the house specialty drinks are perfectly blended. This is definitely among my Top 5 places on Mass Ave. read more

First time here and I'll definitely be back. Drinks and snacks are delicious, and the service is phenomenal! read more

The Exchange - Lion's Tale and Charcuterie Board - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I would say a little nice drink location to get bourbons, scotch, and mixed drinks BUT then you notice they have a down stairs as well that I am sure they will open when it gets too busy or for private events which makes this location quite big and open. Good selection of drinks and some allocated items that are hard to get your hands on in stores. Have enjoyed my times here. read more

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What a vibe, my dudes. So classy and fun in there with great whiskey. I'm a fan of the flight options. Will have to go back sometime and try another. read more

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This has been one of my regular spots since it opened on Mass Ave. I love the location and it's one of the easiest bars to get in and out of. It's has two floors with unisex bathrooms on each. Once you walk inside, you don't even feel like you are in Indy. Very "instagramable." I usually order their seasonal drinks and 9/10 times they are wonderful. This is one of the better whisky bars that Indy has to offer. They do have a few small bites for food- but - this is absolutely a place for drinking/hanging out, not eating. read more

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This is a cool place to stop on Mass Ave! It's right at the top of Mass Ave (across the street from The Eagle). You have to go up some stairs to enter and I'm not sure if there is any handicap accessible entry to the top area. I believe there's a bottom area but we did not go to that. We got to fun whiskey drinks! I wasn't really sure what we got. The menu isn't the most helpful if you're not a whiskey drinker, but check out reviews to look at pictures to see what you might like! The inside is really cool and is such a vibe! I could have sat in here all day! Make sure to check out this place! read more

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Still great! The Cheshire Cat was amazing! Also the rock in the eagle rate was so clear! They do the everything uniquely and get all the little details right! read more

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I've been here many times and feel that the vibe is great in here. However, it took 25 mins to get our drinks. We understand it can take awhile and the atmosphere is more chill, but it was borderline too long of a wait. The autumn aspirations is a strong and more mature drink. My drink, the seasonal holiday cobbler was great. I'm usually not a fan of the drinks here but this was the best one. This is a safe space from what I've seen. The staff was great. read more

The Exchange - Holiday cobbler Autumn aspirations - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

What a great new bar located on Mass Ave in a historic building. There is a lot of parking near the Mass Ave area which cost money however if you park a little bit further away you can sometimes get free parking near the residential areas. Upon arrival there was a little bit of a wait but it went fairly fast especially if your party is small. It felt safe because people are spread out and all of the servers were wearing a mask. The environment was very relaxing and fun. The music was great and as the evening it got later they even turned up the music. The bartender appeared to be enjoying his time as well which was fun to watch and added to the environment. Do you like whiskey this is your place to go as they have a plethora of options to choose from. However on this time I did not have any whiskey and said I had two different cocktails on the regular menu. They also have a holiday menu that appear to have a lot of delicious tasting items as well. I will admit that the drinks are a little bit steep but I would say that due to the environment that this place is trying to accommodate an appeal to it makes sense that the drinks are priced they way in which they are. In addition I genuinely felt like the drinks were prepared well and they did not cheap out on the amount of alcohol they put into the drinks. Both of the cocktails that I had were flavorful and tasted of good quality. Please appreciate the beauty of the bar as I felt that it was very well displayed and they did a wonderful job with that. I'm sure that over the course of the next year this place is going to continue to see growth and have a great outcomes in Indianapolis. As always support local as much as possible. Cheers! read more

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Stopped in for a quick drink on Thanksgiving weekend before heading back to Bloomington. The crowd was mainly 30-50's. Their drink menu is massive - with their smoked old fashioned and it's variations being the main attraction. While I only got a Sun King, the service was quick and easy. read more

The Exchange - Bar area - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Such a fun place right off mass ave! Celebrated an early Christmas dinner and decided to start here for some festive cocktails. They have a HUGE bar menu but they have a small featured menu right now for the holidays that has a nice variety of different Christmas cocktails on it! Both of the drinks were delicious and the perfect way to start the night. It was a little cramped inside even with only table seating. I personally wouldn't say the tables are placed socially distanced apart due to one of our chairs practically touching the group behind us. It is super loud in there with the music but it is a bar so you can't really expect less! Very fun though and a great new addition to mass ave. Would be a great party place for friends and other big events! read more

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A speak easy vibe in a Midwestern city. This type of bar is a rare and welcome sight for Indy. Expensive but worth it for a party of four! Will be back! read more

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I'm finally reviewing after visiting about 3 or 4 times. I'm so happy this spot exists on Mass Ave. We typically are able to find street parking nearby and this is the perfect early evening place to meet up with a group before heading to another dinner or concert. The service is always great and the cocktail list has a fantastic variety. There is something for everyone here and in my experiences the servers are very knowledgeable. If you're unsure what to get, they will help guide you! This will continue to be a go to meeting spot for me. The decor is warm and inviting and I love the views out into the street from multiple angles. read more

The Exchange - Valentine's Day special - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Great new place ok mass Ave to grab a cocktail, especially before and/or after dinner! A great vibe inside with eclectic decor and a diverse drink menu. One of my favorite cocktails is Remember the Maine and it's rare that places serve it, let alone have it on the menu like The Exchange offers! read more

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Another great cocktail spot! Drinks and bar service were good, table service was slow and not as friendly. Super packed spot on a Saturday night. read more

Love the vibe in this place! Nice and cozy place to go with a friend, on a date or with a group of people to chill/hangout. Drinks are beautifully crafted by the mixologist. I tried one cocktail and it was so good I just stuck with that same one for the whole night! It was delicious! It was there take on an espresso martini. It was called Monday Morning. It had cold brew in it with bourbon and a salted pecan syrup so good and the bourbon flavor was definitely there but it wasn't crazy over powering. read more

The Exchange - Monday Morning - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

I've been wanting to try this place for awhile and it will definitely be one of my new hangout spots! Our waiter was lovely. I ordered a drink I wasn't a big fan of so she switched it out for me free of charge. The music was also great and so was the aesthetic . The drinks are very strong, which is great for the price. I felt very classy and sophisticated just being inside. Love it!! read more

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food was on point & came out fast, fried pickles slapped! the drinks were served quickly by friendly staff! the vibes were 10/10! dim lights and late nights, we will be back :) read more

My friends and I have been wanting to come here for drinks for a while now, and I am so glad we finally did! The Exchange has a very speakeasy-esque vibe to it with many cosy (and picture worthy) spots for a drink. I was impressed with the expansive list of regular and seasonal cocktails as well as so many bourbons and whiskeys. I am a fan of more sophisticated cocktails, and they definitely lived up to what I was expecting. I had the Basic Witch, one of their seasonal drinks, and I loved interesting but very well balanced combination of tequila, chocolate, and orange! I also appreciate the use of egg whites for the foaminess and velvety mouthfeel of the drink. I also had the Petal to the Metal, which was a little sweeter than I normally care for, but was still very good. They also have a limited appetizer menu, and we got the the hummus and the deviled eggs. The hummus was excellent, but I found the deviled eggs to be just okay. The bar staff were friendly and took great care of us. I found the prices to be pretty fair, around $12-14 for a good quality drink. This place is also right off Mass Ave, so parking can be hard to find during busier times. Although, I have always found a spot within a block or so. My friends and I had a great time catching up here, and I will definitely be back! read more

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This is a nice addition to Mass Ave. The decor is modern and manages the lighting well. It is dark enough to have ambiance but bright enough that you won't need your phone as a flashlight to read the menu. The cocktail menu is innovative and well executed. I wish the whisky menu was a little more full. It had less common items like Jura but missed headliners like Lagavulin. It is definitely designed to encourage branching out. Prices are reasonable. The main reason I gave 4 instead of 5 stars (and I really almost went to 3 for this) is that the bathroom has no lock. It's not broken or anything. There's nothing at all. Not even a nail and an eye screw. So always bring a friend because if you have to go, you'll have to go together and take turns standing guard. read more

The Exchange - Sheep - Cocktail Bars Near Me - Indianapolis, Indiana

Overall great cocktail bar with a unique atmosphere and tasty drinks! I would recommend the Monday morning for anyone who is a coffee lover, it's a unique twist on a espresso martini type drink. The old fashioned w/ marshmallow was good as well but definitely a "sipper" it was very strong! I liked the unique-ness of the drinks and they were high quality, worth the price for sure. Service was good, not super friendly but the waitress suggested a good drink and was helpful. Strong drinks, so I only needed one, but can't wait to try more. I will definitely be back! read more

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Stopped by a few months ago after a (small) wedding cermony when we had an hour or so to spare before the reception. At the time, this just opened - I was impressed by the decor, speakeasy vibes, cocktail selection, apps, and how seriously they were about wearing masks (and keeping them on). A great addition to Mass Ave and crossing my fingers that they're here to stay!! read more

Just met there for drinks!! The drink menu was quite extensive and rather elaborate! But there were quite a few that peaked my interest! There is a coffee one that looked really good but our server said it was pretty strong and I wasn't feeling it! I ended up going with a Plum Reader, because it said it was similar to a French 75 which is my new fav!! And it was absolutely delicious and beautiful!! I didn't take a photo because I was on a second date and was nervous lol don't hate me!! But there are other pics of it up so you can see how beautiful it is! Not super lively, definitely more of a sit down chill place, and would be a great place to start the night since it's at the beginning of Mass Ave! read more