Exchange Alley Coffee House

Finally got to try this place after our sumptuous lunch in Molito! Being the basic me, I just opted for their Long Black coffee. My brother got the Hot Chocolate, while my boyfriend ordered the Cappuccino. I also got 3 slices of cheesecake for sharing. IT WAS SO GOOD! I like the hint of zest in it, as it balanced the sweetness of the cake. One more thing that made me stay longer even after I had my cake and coffee is their playlist. Hi, Exchange Alley! Can you also publish your playlist on Spotify like other establishments? :

Get some of their single-origin coffee! The Tres Hermanas tasted delicious. It's a little acidic but not that bitter. Please try their hot chocolate, too. If you want something tailored to your tastes, ask the crew and they'll provide you with recommendations according to your palette. They're fun and solid. Ambiance is a bit edgy. Tables are a bit small if you want to work or study here, but it's a good place to chill.

I will definitely come back! The ambience, food, and service were superb! I tried the breakfast pasta which is very unique but satisfying. It has cherry tomatoes on it, arugula, and fried egg on top.. The shroom toastie is for the win! I dont know if they made the bread themselves though.. but the combination of mushrooms and the flavor itself satisfied my palette and suits my taste. Well of course the coffee they serve here has high quality. You get what you pay for.

After my simple but decadent lunch at MGC, I proceeded to Exchange Alley Coffee House (EACH) for dessert. I remember raving about the milk soft serve at Bebe Rouge and telling our eldest son about it. He tried it and said I should try the offering of EACH. I ordered the Faux 'gato (P160). It was milk soft serve with a 60% Davao Dark Chocolate shell. I struck a conversation with their barista, Geo, the namesake of my son except his has an e instead of the usual i. He is proud of what they have achieved as a coffee house and tells me that they have a cult-like following among young coffee afficionados, as evidenced by the number of guests (l deem are regulars) that he calls by name. Equally proud is he that they support local and sustainable farming. So impressed was I with the creamy, rich flavor of the milk ice cream that it could stand toe-to-toe with the likes of Cremia and come up on top, depending on taste preference. He told me that they get their milk fresh from a local farmer that supplies them bi-weekly. He also explained the process they go thru to make their own ice cream. The Malagos chocolate provides the perfect blend of bitter and sweet that goes well with coffee or dessert. Being a chocolate lover, I attest to the quality, smoothness and taste of their in-house chocolate blend. Paired with the grilled cheese, I am now overjoyed!

I usually order the caffe latte and the avo toast as a pre-workout meal and to start my day right. Both are delicious, meticulously made and the service is very amiable. Their wifi connection is strong and the WC is very clean. I can see myself coming back often.