Exchange has a very cool and hip vibe. The coffee was delicious and the food was good as well. I had an onion and cheese toast, which was good (a little overdone, but no big deal). The prices were a bit high. Regardless, it was a nice place to stop for breakfast. read more

Perfect coffee. Nothing fancy in my order- skim flat white. But as soon as I took one sip I knew I wanted to order another. I also ordered the Walloumi sandwich, halloumi, tomato, avocado, and a range of condiments that made this one of the best toasties I've had. Ever. Definitely be back to try more menu items soon. After all, it took me long enough to get here in the first place read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

It was love at first sight. The clouds were ominous and about to burst and there at the end of Ebenezer Place shone a beacon of light with wooden benches, a clean and not busy interior and a huge front counter dedicated to one thing, coffee. Don't be surprised if you can't get a chai latte or a hot chocolate here or if the breakfast menu is 4 items long, the title of the cafe is "specialty coffee" and that is clearly what these guys are made to do well. My soy latte was huge and in the most delightful cup. My dining companion's cappuccino was done "in traditional fashion" (without chocolate on top) - who knew, and to top it all off I was offered sparkling water out of the tap. Could this be the holy grail of hipster coffee bars in the east? If they start serving sparkling water in jugs me thinks so. Then he caught my eye. Sitting inconspicuously at the end of the counter, not causing a fuss was Louis. One gaze at his crusty brown exterior and soft, tender inside I knew I had fallen hard in love. So I got up all my courage and invited him to lunch. Louis only joined me briefly, but the moment we spent together was unique. I started to peel back the layers of white sourdough, fresh baby spinach, avocado, and roasted tomatoes to discover the piece de resistance, his gooey Woodside Chevre inner layer. Go for lunch, a coffee meeting or just an afternoon working up at one of their benches and gazing into the peaceful Vardon Place. This shop has caught my heart. read more

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I cannot say enough good things about Exchange and I can't stop thinking about when I can go back! My housemate and I have been listening to coffee podcasts lately and have therefore become slight 'coffee snobs'! After reading some rave reviews for this place that does coffee 'properly' I had to check it out. It was a busy morning when I arrived as an event was being set up in the laneway outside and people were popping in for their morning coffees. However I was not treated as 'one of the crowd.' Instead I was greeted by a very friendly barista and as soon as I was seated I was brought sparkling table water (a joy in itself!). I decided to try a filtered coffee and was pleasantly surprised by the price - especially when it came and I was able to fill my cup three times over! I loved the presentation of a glass jug and cup on a wooden board - very simple and sophisticated. I liked that it was served with no milk or sugar, even on the side - keeping to how it is traditionally supposed to be drunk. The addition of some 'tasting notes' is fabulous. I loved reading about the people who own the plantation while I drank their coffee. I am looking forward to building up somewhat of a collection of these cards the more I visit! I didn't eat anything here on this occasion but I'd like to go back and try - the food I saw coming out looked amazing. The menu is very simple and sparse with only 3 or so choices on the board - but I believe this is so they can focus on making the coffee perfect. Next time I'd like to try the espresso flight and have more of a chat to the people working there - from snippets of overheard conversation it sounds like they know what they are talking about and have lots to teach. So if you're looking for a quick coffee on the run this place will do the job - but if you are more looking to sit and really savour and appreciate a well made coffee - this is the place! read more

It is about time that I share my love for Exchange Speciality Coffee. When I am in the CBD, like most people, I have my favourite coffee destinations. Exchange Speciality Coffee is one of those places. It is a place that I know I can rely on for good, strong and quality coffee! The service is always fast, friendly and inviting. I actually cannot walk past the place without stopping for a coffee. Groupie anyone? As for the menu, well there are a lot of really lovely items here. I have tried some of the sandwiches and cake. All very fresh and of high quality. I love a place that takes care in all aspects of their business. I cannot fault them. Also, I should mention for tea lovers that they have a really lovely tea menu as well. So they cater for all tastes. Which is important! As for the décor, it is minimalist. Which I love. They do not have to hide behind any fancy furniture or decoration. They are true and proud in their craft. Oh Exchange Speciality Coffee, until we meet again! read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Magic! - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

A delightful space serving top notch coffee from Sydney's Mecca, Melbourne's Market Lane and others further afield. I was lucky enough to visit when they'd had a delivery from Workshop coffee in London. A delicious Kenyan Aeropress got my heart racing with juicy berry flavours (admittedly I'd already had two coffees in the hour beforehand) and had I not already had an enormous breakfast I would have made a serious dent in one of their door-stop sized sandwiches. Staff were lovely and happy to nerd-out with me while chatting about coffee. A big thumbs up to the music too - featuring everything from Portishead to Active Child. Love love love. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

Exchange is a hip specialty coffee shop on Vardon Avenue in the East End. Simply decorated, clean bright & white, there are a handful of tables and chairs inside and more outside on the sidewalk. A compact list of coffees spanning espresso to cold drip is complemented by Waterloo Teas, a few savouries and a few sweets to nibble on. Being indecisive types, we opted for the coffee flight, which, the friendly barista explained, is the current blend of coffee presented two different ways. An espresso and a latte were presented on a wooden board with a postcard explaining the origin of the coffee, the method and time of harvest, farming practices, roasting method and tasting notes. The espresso was strong and to my taste bitter but Mr Wino said it had a natural sweetness. I found the latte overwhelmed by milk. Service was friendly & quick, prices weren't bad, and if you stick with coffee styles that allow the flavours to shine (low milk) you'll have a good time. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Hip interior - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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One word that I can use to describe this place is 'astounding'. The coffee there is brewed to absolute perfection, if you're within the vicinity I highly recommend you pop by and try a coffee out for yourself. The atmosphere of the shop is amazing also, they've got a 50's to 60's vibe going on inside, with wooden tables, metallic seats and awesome music. The actual menu is good also, with a relatively healthy selection of foods. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Skinny Cappuccino, delicious. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

What an awesome place. Just breezing through Adelaide and decided to find good coffee. THIS PLACE HAS IT. They know their stuff when it comes to coffee. But aside from the fab coffee, I also tried the leavened pikelets and the Wallace sandwich. Both were really good and worth the visit alone. But what brings this place together is the shop fitout. It's pretty standard for cafes these days, but I really enjoyed the space, the staff and the great natural light. This would be my regular if I lived in Adelaide. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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Found this place looking for Yelp recommendations. It has lived up to hype. Small menu but easly covers all dietary requirements. Coffee really really good. I am watching the Barrista do his thing with precision read more

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Nice spot to sit for coffee and people watch. You're on the corner and the walls are glass so you will be pretty much facing the outside wall no matter what. One of the few places that make an actual flat white in Adelaide rather than a latte in a mug. Menu has done very delicious, albeit light, salads and some things on bread and muesli type items. Lots of nice looking cakes/tarts/cookies. Menu is always changing. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Nice outdoor spot - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

Great vibe and atmosphere, while eating a good breakfast. Small gem for those slow morning read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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Exchange is located out the back of the old Adelaide fruit and veg exchange building. A really clean and modern facade with a warm and open interior. Had seen the pikelets on social media and had to try them out to see if they were as good as they looked. They were. Got a filter coffee to go with my brunch that was so flavoursome and confirmed all of the good word of mouth is heard about the coffee here. Turned a relatively hungover working Saturday morning into a fantastic day. Go here if you like good coffee, good service, and most especially if you like brunch. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Leavened pikelets with poached pear, maple syrup, lemon curd & rhubarb coulée - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

I love here! They have lovely staffs, and glass walls which can let sunlight come in in the winter morning. I've only been here twice, and tried the "grilled pear, brie, rocket, onion, jam on a brioche bun", the filter brew coffee, a cup of soy flat white and the bircher muesli. I have to say except the filter coffee(maybe I'm not an authentic coffee lover...) I enjoyed every bite of the other three!! The bun, I thought it was too small for $7.5 but after I eat it, the size is just right for its rich layers flavour!! The soy flat white, It was such a glass of joy!(what? am I making sentences?) The Bircher muesli! My tongue told my eyes to close them to enjoy the first bite---it was heavenly good!!! the oats, the flaked almonds, the raisins, the fresh strawberry slices and the mint on the top!!! It was a perfect combination of moist, crispy, sweet and fresh!! I'm being emotional...it's just so nice to have a bowl of muesli a day before final exams! Oh and why I still rate 4 stars not 5? Maybe just because I miss my savory, hot, warm, soupy chinese style breakfast soooo much!! read more

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I wish I had something different to say for the sake of a balanced conversation, but from the staff to the fit out to the sparkling water on tap, I was completely taken by Exchange Speciality Coffee. And then I tried the coffee. And the peppermint rooibos. And it was all over. While the menu is small, what they do they do very well and I have no doubt this will quickly become a must-stop shop on the pilgrimage for Adelaide's best coffee, if not the mecca. read more

Exchange has the big reputation as being 'best in the East', but not to my taste. They think they are 'the best' but to me the coffee here is way too acidic & fruity. Disappointed twice & with extra shot. Nice menu tho. Better coffee elsewhere in Ebenezer. read more

The food looks so pretty and "photo genetic"! And I could taste the freshness of their materials. loved the interior as well- very minimal and simple, which brings you a relaxed feeling when you walk in. It would be nicer if they have more options on the menu~ overall I enjoyed my experience here, it would be so nice to spend some time here, with a coffee and some brekky! read more

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Exchange Specialty Coffee really does know the way into a girls heart. It was a chilly morning in the city centre of Adelaide. Walking to Ebenezer Place is always a lovely experience, where you can always bump into the cutest and unique of places including, boutiques, cafes, beer bars and Exchange Speciality Coffee. The perfect Monday morning meeting went down like this: Friendly and welcoming service along with a side of delicious breakfast and aromatic coffee all in a warm, minimalistic and modern cafe. I'll be back for more ESC goodness! read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

As an American expat, I love this place solely for the simple black drip coffee! I've also had one of their lunch specials which was extremely good. It's pricey, but nice, and it's a great spot for alleyway people watching. read more

Lovely little place with a clean Scandanavian vibe. Service was a bit slow on the day we were there. Food order of a Reuben took about 30 minutes to get to us. Espresso was okay, but didn't have any stand-out flavours. Maybe I was there on a bad day. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

I feel like Im being generous with my 5-star reviews, but with the help of yelp I've just been able to go more places 5-star worthy that I never would have seen before. Exchange Specialty Coffee is one of them. Located just off of Ebeneezer Place next to a pub and among a few other coffee and cafes, I probably would never have even seen this little shop. The decor is great, minimalist, with a couple of small tables (a few outside), bench space and a large table for a group. It looks like the sort of place you'd spy all the uni students with their laptops, laughing to themselves that only they know of this gem of a coffee shop. Without a doubt the best coffee I have tried in adelaide (hallelujah!), the service was great and even though the menu was small it was absolutely delicious. I had The Gloria (really a bruschetta I suppose), which was fresh, warm and yummy, and totally cheap for what you got. The coffee could have been drunk without even a teaspoon of sugar as it has this great nutty kind of taste, it was the perfect temperature, not burnt, and served in nice cups that were easy to hold (with handles so you don't burn yourself!). If I could never ever go anywhere else for coffee again I would totally be fine with that. Really. read more

Loving basically everything about this place. In the espresso machine Coffee seems to be on a constant rotate an you can order specialty blends, so you will always get a unique experience with every cup. The barristers are very knowledgable and are able and willing to take your taste buds on a journey. Food is spectacular. All the goodies I can't bring myself to make at home. It's better when you don't have to cook anyway. I love the unique decor of the place. It it manages to be some how retro and modern at the same time. Like the coffee, the environment of the Exchange has a unique and complex flavour. read more

"Specialty coffee" They don't lie ! Top notch coffee, food and service. Will probably be a wait because they are so popular but completely worth it ! read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

Up there with the best coffee places in Adelaide. Also excellent brunch game. Can pretty much always find a table too even when busy. One of our go-tos read more

Love this place. Walking in you're hit with an immediate sense of calm. This place is all about the beverage - the best coffee, tea and hot chocolate. I have to admit I've yet to have a coffee here which is the reason owner Tom set it up BUT as a self-confessed tea addict I can highly rate their selection. Food is also good - though limited quality of the gourmet sandwiches and baked goods is high (my fav is The Brit or Reuben for old-school goodness). It is a bit pricey but you can tell the minimalist menu has been had selected for quality so go for the experience! read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - The Brit - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

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The Talented and Service focussed people working with Exchange are always Consistent . Exchange specialty coffee is brilliant . Rich flavours and a great urban vibe popular with cyclists and well behaved pooches . Little niceties like sparkling table water offered complimentary by warm quirky smartly attired staff . read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

I finally got to partake of an Exchange Coffee and Yes, it is worth the trip into the back streets (Ebenezer Place) of Adelaide's East End. I had a very smooth flat white, the flavour was lovely. I would have liked a little more heat in the milk as it was just hot enough. Also sampled one of their pastries (cherry/custard Danish) that was very tasty. On the whole, a nice addition to the East End read more

Great service, spectacular coffee, lovely location... I can't fault Exchange. I may have to move to Adelaide just for this place. read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Such. Good. Coffee. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

All of the love! My favourite coffee shop of the moment. Perfect for a quick latte whilst reviewing notes, a macchiato accompanied by a good chat with friends, a take away to carry you though a lecture, or a long black over one of the unique magazines available for reading. I love the clean, modern aesthetic and I've never had a bad coffee here. After introducing a friend to Exchange yesterday, I swear I saw him go through what seemed like a minor spiritual ecstasy when he took the first sip of his latte. They're aren't about the chai lattes (they do have a hot chocolate and herbal teas on the menu for the non-caffeinated amongst us) and food choices are limited. Let's be honest though, we're all there for the coffee (and sparkling water on tap). read more

The Exchange is good, not great but good. Come for the coffee, but the sandwiches don't quite hit the mark. They're perfectly adequate, just not exquisite. Maybe a softer bread with the Reuben would work better... read more

Exchange Specialty Coffee - Great presentation, good sandwich. - Coffee & Tea Near Me - Adelaide, SA

I've always had a soft spot for Ebenezer Place and I am more than happy to see it has become quite the coffee and food hub of late. On the corner of Vardon Avenue, just before you reach East Terrace, is 'Exchange' and what a lovely little gem you are, aren't you? Not particularly eye-catching from the outside, once you get in there though it is really something else. Full-length glass windows let plenty of light in and creates a beautiful mood within the space. It's just really calm and relaxed, and the coffee, well, it's pretty bloody special. I was served by a man with dreads (didn't catch his name), who was warm and friendly without being forced. He's just a chilled-out barista with a knack for making really, bloody good coffee. I ordered a skinny cap, and it was divine. The perfect amount of creaminess and coffee strength and zero bitterness. Huzzah! I cannot fault it one bit, and that almost never happens when I order 'skinny' anything! I am looking forward to shoving some of the food they offer into my gob, but for now I'm rating it on it's coffee, and it is top notch! (They also have 'Smith Journal' for you to read too so it's happy days all round!) Just get down there before everyone else hears about it or before the hipsters start taking it over! read more

After a search on Yelp of where to go for coffee and lunch today, my daughter chose Exchange. The welcome by staff was friendly and the coffee was awesome, the best coffee I have found in Adelaide so far! I had the field mushrooms and although a simple meal I couldn't have been happier or fuller (couldn't eat it all). We where offered a choice of still or sparling water that was on tap and I was impressed with how clean everything was especially the cutlery and glasses,I'm fussy about that sort of thing when I eat out. I can recommend this as a great, relaxed and friendly place to try. read more

These guys take their coffee very seriously. A beautiful machine, delicious coffee and great food. Grab a mean sandwich for lunch or a cheeky Danish in the morning. Interesting tea selection too. read more

It's hard not to love this place. I would highly recommend this place for all those coffee lovers and connoisseurs. Definitely the place to go if you like filtered coffee. read more

I went to the exchange a while ago and was really looking foward to it. I was actually pretty dissapointed. The portions are small and the seating arrangements are just... weird. No table to yourself and the other option is the bench. Might go back for just the coffee to maybe study on my own because I love the lane its down, but that is about all. read more

Best coffee in the East End, Exchange are the true purveyors of specialty coffee. Their updated menu is probably the best breakfast in the CBD (the beans are fantastic) and there's a great selection of teas for the caffeinatedly cautious. Clean fit-out, always good indie tunes, and the complimentary sparkling water is a real nice kicker. Do it. read more

Great new cafe in the East End. Great minimal decor, good coffee (and tea). The sourdough rolls are fantastic and substantial. Watch our for the daily specials - eg soup, friands. The ambience here is really nice - no cars streaming past, just pedestrians and bikes. Gluten free options will be available soon, if not already. read more

How could I fault a place that serves endless glasses of sparkling water with their flawlessly concocted coffee?

I'm always looking for independent coffee shops that focus on their craft and Exchange is no exception. Welcoming fit out with outdoor seating and a great vibe. The coffee is some of the best I've tasted and while I didn't have anything to eat, the food looked great. read more

The coffee is so strong and the smells will wake you up all day long! I picked up a latte there once and got it just right. They have a few table to customers who want to hangout with friends. Just nice to sit inside or outside the coffee bar. The staff is friendly, they assist you on "what type of coffee should I have today". read more