Concept for De Exchange Lounge's warmly lit bar, with dark wood, brass and African artwork

A NEW CHAPTER FOR BOLTON

Come for
the flavour.
Stay for
the feeling.

Nigerian soul. A modern lounge.
A place for good food and even better company.

Step inside the vision

NIGERIAN KITCHEN · COCKTAILS · CULTURE

Interior concept · Opening date to be announced

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Eat.Drink.Celebrate.Connect.

Lounge concept with emerald seating, warm wood and Nigerian-inspired artwork

A glimpse of the atmosphere we're creating.

THE HEART OF DE EXCHANGE

A meeting place.
A feeling of home.

Some of the best moments happen around a table. We’re creating a place for more of them.

De Exchange Lounge brings a Nigerian heart to Bolton: familiar flavours, warm hospitality and a love of bringing people together. A place to share a meal, discover something new and let the evening unfold.

Chris Amogu’s vision is a restaurant, cocktail lounge and cultural meeting place, welcoming everyone to the table.

Get a taste of what’s coming

ONE PLACE. SO MANY REASONS.

Make yourself
part of the story.

From the first hello to the last song.
Here’s what we’re bringing to Crown Street.

Dining concept with African artwork and inviting table seating

01 / THE KITCHEN

Big flavours.
Shared plates.

Nigerian favourites, generous hospitality and something worth gathering around.

Cocktail bar concept with glowing gold lighting and rich wood

02 / THE LOUNGE

Your evening,
beautifully mixed.

A cocktail in hand, a comfortable corner and time to enjoy the company.

Social dining concept with African-patterned seating and warm light

03 / THE CONNECTION

Good people.
Unforgettable nights.

Private celebrations, cultural evenings and the rhythm of a room coming together.

The spaces shown are interior concepts. Final interiors and the programme will be confirmed ahead of opening.

A FIRST TASTE

Rooted in Nigeria.
Served with soul.

Beloved classics and fresh ideas for the bar. A little preview of the menu direction we’re exploring.

Private seating concept with upholstered booths and intimate lighting

SPACE TO MAKE IT YOURS · INTERIOR CONCEPT

YOUR PEOPLE. YOUR OCCASION.

Some nights
deserve a little more.

A birthday with your favourite people. A family milestone. An evening for the whole team. Tell us what you have in mind for a future celebration at De Exchange.

Advance enquiries welcome. Dates, availability and packages will be confirmed after opening plans are finalised.

IN THE HEART OF BOLTON

A familiar address.
A fresh chapter.

12 Crown Street
Bolton, Greater Manchester
BL1 2RU

The former Millstone & Bank Street Bar & Pub,
reimagined as De Exchange Lounge.

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SOMETHING GOOD IS COMING

Be part of
the beginning.

We’re preparing to welcome you. Our opening date, hours and reservation details will be announced here.

christianamogu@yahoo.com

A FEW THINGS TO KNOW

Before we
say hello.

When will De Exchange Lounge open?

Our opening date is still to be announced. We’re developing the space and the experience, and will share opening hours, the final menu and booking details here when they are confirmed.

Can I book a table or an event yet?

We welcome early enquiries about private dining and celebrations. Use “Plan an occasion” to prepare an email to Chris. An enquiry is not a booking; dates, availability and terms need to be confirmed directly.

Will there be dietary options?

The opening menu is being developed. Please mention any dietary or accessibility requirements when you enquire so we can discuss what will be available. Confirmed allergen information will accompany the final menu.

What’s the idea behind the lounge?

A welcoming place where Nigerian food, cocktails, music and culture bring people together. Our plans include restaurant dining, a relaxed lounge, cultural evenings and private celebrations.

Come for
the flavour.
Stay for
the feeling.

A meeting place.
A feeling of home.