The Exchange Bendigo

We ate at the Exchange for Vallentines Day. We were very surprised that there was only one other group at the restaurant. As you would expect the service was attentive and efficient. Our meals were tasty and enjoyable but I definitely felt it lacked atmosphere...on this night any way.

I really was impressed with this place for the simple fact that the waiter was so nice to us. He went way beyond to assist our group of very hungry and crankey patrons. As my dad was unwell and we had many visits to the...Bendigo hospital, it was always easier to stop somewhere for a feed before heading off on our home journey. We ordered a combination of calamari/chips and chicken/salad, burger/chips. The food came out quickly and it tasted really nice. The waiter even offered to take some group photos, as he could see that I was busy taking snaps. The atmosphere is upmarket pub, but very welcoming. Highly recommend this place.

The end of a family weekend spent together to celebrate Christmas...... what an ending! I booked days prior for a table of for breakfast. We waited nearly minutes to order coffee and then waited another minutes before they arrived. Ordering breakfast...seemed to be an ordeal for the staff too. Only staff members on and there was another large table down the back. The older waiter of the two came and apologized for the delay blaming the other table for making their life hell' and hoped we enjoyed our meal. Well that took ages to come as well only to get poached eggs harder than hard boiled eggs. And the toast was cold and crispy and was presented with the bacon eggs etc on top with a triangle of butter on each exposed corner........... what?!!!! Had to remove the bacon etc in order to butter the toast..... bizarre! Not impressed, not happy and not ever going back.

Great for a drink or a sit down meal or even a quick coffee and take away lunch at reasonable prices. Perfect central location.

The Exchange Bendigo has ticked all the boxes every time we go there. Their service is right on point, you are never left waiting. Their food is fantastic and never a let down. The atmosphere is clean cut and well presented.