The Exchange Restaurant Menu (Update 2025)

Welcome to The Exchange Restaurant, a gem nestled in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. This unique dining experience blends Israeli and Californian cuisine, offering a diverse menu that caters to both vegetarians and meat lovers alike. As you step inside, you're greeted by a cozy yet vibrant ambiance, accented by eclectic decor that sets the stage for a delightful meal.

Highlights of the menu include:

  • Exotic Spices: Savor the tender grilled lamb kabab, infused with aromatic spices, or indulge in a fresh kale salad paired with grilled chicken.
  • Vegetarian Delights: Enjoy a flavorful quinoa bowl or a hummus-like spread with warm pita, perfect for those seeking lighter fare.
  • Decadent Desserts: Don’t miss the malabi, a dessert experience that tantalizes with its rich textures and flavors.

The attentive staff enhances the experience, offering thoughtful recommendations and perfect wine pairings. Come for the food, stay for the atmosphere—The Exchange Restaurant is a must-visit for culinary enthusiasts!

Starters

Red Cabbage

Peanut-lime dressing, herbs & peanut dukkah

US$10.00

Hummus

Chickpea hummus with Syrian pepper, served with pita

US$12.00

Honeynut Squash Tahini

Pumpkin seeds & enzo olive oil

US$12.00

Salatim Platter

Three of chef's daily selections, pickles & olives, served with pita

US$24.00

Lentil Soup

Green lentils, roasted tomatoes, kale & tamarind

US$10.00

Grilled "Caesar" Salad

Grilled cabbage, green strawberries, salsa macha, labneh caesar dressing & almond breadcrumbs

US$16.00

Falafel Salad

Cirone apples, burnt eggplant, radicchio, turmeric vinaigrette & nigella seeds

US$16.00

Market Salad

Grilled broccolini, radicchio, sungold tomatoes candied pecans & lemon-thyme vinaigrette

US$15.00

Salads

Sandwiches

Braised Lamb Pita

Braised lamb, hawaij, arugula, cucumber, Israeli pickles, labneh & zhoug

US$17.00

Banh Mi

Braised chicken thigh, pickles, cilantro & onion

US$16.00

Falafel Pita

Frisee, cucumber, Israeli pickles, herbs, tahini & harissa

US$15.00

Tuna Sandwich

Poached tuna, lettuce, tomato, pickled onion, comte cheese & remoulade

US$16.00

Exchange Burger

Grass-fed beef, griddled onions, lettuce, pickles, white cheddar & confit tomato aioli

US$17.00

Impossible Burger

Impossible patty, daiya cheddar cheese, veganaise & vegan sesame bun

US$16.00

Broccolini

XO sauce, labneh & toasted hazelnuts

US$12.00

Brussels Sprouts

Tomato confit aioli, mint, parsley & fried shallots

US$12.00

Cauliflower

Zhoug aioli & mint

US$14.00

French Fries

Confit tomato aioli

US$8.00

Sides

Beers

Tecate, Mexico

US$6.00

Stone Delicious IPA San Diego, CA

US$8.00

Beachwood Brewing Hayabusa Lager, Los Angeles, CA

US$8.00

Beachwood "Citraholic" Los Angeles, CA

Smog City White Ale, Los Angeles, CA

Tea Selection

Iced & Hot

US$4.00

Coffee

US$4.00

Espresso

US$4.00

Cold Brew

US$6.00

Cappuccino

US$6.00

Latte

Coffee & Tea

Soft Drinks

Coca Cola

US$5.00

Diet Coke

US$5.00

Sprite

US$5.00

Topo Chico

US$5.00

Kin Spritz

US$5.00

Perrier Sparkling

Acqua Panna

Bottled Water