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The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street ushers in a new sensibility to The Financial District. While maintaining The Setai’s striking decor Executive Chef Josh Capone brings his hometown style of San Francisco based Contemporary American cuisine into play. Ingredients are locally sourced and seasonal. Flavors are bold yet balanced. The approachable menu now features both a la carte and prix fixe options for lunch and dinner. Our three course prix fixe menus are now priced at $28 for lunch and $42 for dinner. As an experienced baker his breads and focaccia are now made on premise. To finish a great experience desserts are now under the guidance of former Aureole alum Alise Ciucci.
We look forward to welcoming you to The Exchange.
50 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 50 reviews
5 stars
(18)
4 stars
(22)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(22)
- fit for foodies(18)
- romantic(18)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- great for lunch(12)
- good for groups(10)
The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street Reviews List
Review 1 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Impressive
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I found this via OpenTable and was very glad I did... the restaurant itself is very nice in side. Impressive. Perfect for taking clients. The service was outstanding as was the food. I'll be returning."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 2 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The pre-fixe lunch is an excellent
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The pre-fixe lunch is an excellent value and the setting is great to take a client."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 3 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had been fans of SHO and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had been fans of SHO and dined there every time we visited New York, more thantwo dozen times. We were very disappointed when the Setai decided that SHO was too upscale for lower Manhattan and hesitated trying The Exchange. When we finally had lunch there this week we were very pleasantly surprised: the food was excellent! We will definitely be back!"
Dined on 03/13/2013
2004
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Review 4 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This is a hidden gem in the
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is a hidden gem in the financial district. The restaurant is beautiful, very much zen like. Space is huge, you don't have to worry about getting kicked out because it's too crowded. The food is surprisingly good. The prix fixe is $42 for 3-course dinner. The menu is changing every week, so there are always something new. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 5 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Why is this place not busier?
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Why is this place not busier? Go and you won't regret it!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
It's rare to find a spacious
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"It's rare to find a spacious restaurant in Manhattan. This place has beautiful zen like setting, very comfortable. Even though there are not that many selections on the menu, the cuisine actually covers a very wide range. Highly recommended when you need a last minute business or romantic meal in the Financial District."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 7 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, great service,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great food, great service, great ambiance"
Dined on 02/20/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 8 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We don't know NY well it was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We don't know NY well it was hard to find the right door to go into to get to the restaurant should have a better sign for night."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
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Review 9 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This restaurant is tucked
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This restaurant is tucked away on the second floor of the Setai - near Wall Street. It has very modern, but cozy feel - beautiful decor, quiet and the table are spaced far about so as not to intrude on your neighbor. The tuna tartar and the Sea Bream were perfectly prepared. We also went for ice cream and sorbet tastings. So good!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic
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Review 10 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
No Hergatt, No Restaurant
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Gone is the deft hand of chef Shaun Hergatt at this former NY Times two-star restaurant, and it shows -- in everything. From the well-meaning but amateur front-of-house staff, to a kitchen that seems bored with the very idea of plating, to tasty but ho-hum dishes. While the restaurant had announced its staff would stay on following Hergatt's departure, the well-tuned machine that once turned out some of the most inventive and surprising food in the city with professionalism and flair, was nowhere to be found on our recent visit for a Valentine's Day dinner. The food was adequate, though the presentation was completely absent (a pile of meat on a plate covering a mushy mound of potatoes was the beef entree). We won't be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
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Review 11 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great, special meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This place is a hidden gem - food was fabulous but there were hardly any other diners there on A Wednesday night! People! Come on! Give this Wall Street location a chance after hours and you will not be disappointed. Food was beautiful."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 12 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Ravioli main course woefully
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ravioli main course woefully small. Starters and desserts first rate."
Dined on 02/12/2013
2005
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Review 13 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
A little disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Disappointed in the quality of food, was encouraged by the quantity. In time we would hope the new chef would tune his skills."
Dined on 02/11/2013
2011
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Review 14 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service great food,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service great food, always enjoy the time here."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 15 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delightful dining experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Delightful dining experience. Delicious food, very attentive service, gorgeous decor. The tongue appetizer was sublime. The chocolate tart was superb. The duck melted in your mouth. I highly recommend this restaurant."
Dined on 02/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
There does not seem to be
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"There does not seem to be enough space in the Private Note section.
My guest and I had very good lunches. The service was good until we asked for the bill. We had to ask 4 times before it arrived. At least twice, I saw the waiter looking at me: I signalled for the bill and he turned and went to another area.
When we picked up our coats, mine was wet. It was a dry day, so I have no idea how it got wet in the coat check. There was not damage, but others might complain.
You have a good restaurant and I am sure to come back, but some things need correction."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2013
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 17 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Entering The Exchange through
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Entering The Exchange through a passageway filled with interesting wall hangings, several of them beautifully framed African-looking brushes and necklaces, is in itself a dramatic experience. The dining room is spacious and tables are far apart, insuring privacy. We were seated at a glass wall flush with the kitchen, and it was fun to see the prep going on just a few feet away. For Restaurant Week, I chose the parsnip and apple soup garnished with basil oil; it was delicious. My entree was duck confit on a bed of couscous, also wonderfully flavored. My friend had the tongue appetizer and a fish entree. Desserts were a lemon cake and a chocolate mousse with coffee. Service was attentive. A wonderfully relaxing lunch; will return!"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 18 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
While the decor and the service
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"While the decor and the service were of the quality that I would have expected for the price, the food was not up to snuff. The preparation of the cod was good without being great, the execution of several dishes was technically proficient without being inspired, and overall, I got the impression that the food was an afterthought compared to the rest of the place."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2007
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Review 19 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Waited long time for table
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Waited long time for table when in a hurry. Rest staff k, but hosts and reception Poor"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2010
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Review 20 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Very pleased with food and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Very pleased with food and service"
Dined on 01/22/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 21 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Intimate Neighborhood Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great intimate restaurant to eat with anyone. The service was excellent & food memorable. A nice touch is that they make their own pastries; which was fresh bread & desserts. Another nice point is that you can see into the kitchen which was spotless even when prepping all the food for patrons. :o)"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Spacious, classy restaurant,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Spacious, classy restaurant, with very good food, well presented. We were welcomed on an uncrowded weeknight (about 20 deg F outside), and found the staff to be very friendly and attentive. Tables have much space around them, so your conversations stay as private as you might want."
Dined on 01/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great venue. Lovely ambiance
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great venue. Lovely ambiance and delicious food. The service was a little slow, considering we were at lunch and needed to get back to work."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Exchange at the Setai Wall Street
Based on the average of (27) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate