Cool, cozy atmosphere. Definitely felt like a comfortable place to hang out for awhile with a group of friends. Board games available. I stopped by on a Monday evening and was one of two people in the whole place. I was really excited to try out Outer Planet, as I had read about the beers online which sounded pretty good. I got a taster of Sarah's Secret Sour, the Witty Gose, the Galactic Gourd Ale, and the Orion's Harvest Oktoberfest. I wasn't impressed with the pumpkin ale or the oktoberfest. The sour and the gose were surprisingly tasty in comparison. All seemed a little flat for my taste, but then again, I do love a little carbonation in my beers. Maybe I should have tried their other beers, but left a little unimpressed. read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

good beer pretty small & lowkey spot. they have some snacks & currently have everyone wearing a mask unless seated at ur table. the staff was very friendly & helpful too! read more

Amazing beers, with great choices for all in our group. Had a fun time sampling and learning about these beers. Great place for hanging out and dog friendly is a major plus!!! read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Great deal in growlers!!! I want to go back and get more of other flavored!!! - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Probably my favorite brewery on a vacation the PNW. It's small and quiet on a Wednesday evening. In a very walkable neighborhood. The host was super friendly and even advised on other breweries to check out while we were in town. I ordered a flight of lighter beers, since I was full from dinner. The beers all were very much to my liking, and I normally am not a fan of light beers. I'm not a beer connoisseur so I don't really know how to describe beer, except that when i like it, I like it. When I don't, I don't. That probably doesn't help with your decision to check this place out. But they have at least a dozen on tap so you should have no problem tasting the gamut from light to dark at this bright and airy brewery. read more

I got irrationally excited when I saw a brewery had opened up on 12th. Maybe it was my high expectations but Outer Planet fell into my "this is OK.... not bad" category. Nothing special but a decent place to grab a beer. The long and short of it: 1. Beer. Outer Planets beer was my biggest issue with the place, but granted that it's a brewery it's a big issue. At best I found most of the brews decent. Their English Space Beer (ESB) wasn't bitter. Their Grapefruit IPA tasted relatively flavorless. Their Pale Ale was probably my favorite, and it was decent. They were out of a few things both times I went so I'll be back to try their other offerings, I just haven't been impressed yet. 2. Atmosphere. I'm a big fan of the rest of the brewery. Its small, but large enough for a few groups and set-up so you can watch people stroll down 12th. It has a good local neighborhood spot feel that made me want to hang out longer then I had intended to. 3. Dog Friendly. Dogs and beer just go together, and while space might be somewhat limited grab your pooch and head on over for a pint and bowl of water. Who drinks what is your call. 4. Food. Self-serve pretzels are a nice touch. A good salty munchy to pair with the beer makes everything better. They also offer ordering from Sodo Pizza. I still have high hopes for Outer Planet and hope that their beer quality improves as they get their feet under them. It's in the perfect spot for a small neighborhood brewery and I look forward to spending lazy summer Sundays and rainy winter all-days there. Overall Grade: C+ read more

I got to give the guys that work here major kudos! Some friends and I swung by here and thought the tap room was open according to Yelp. The tap room changed their hours and were not open but they were there. They apologized for the inconsistencie in the hours posted and said that they would open at 4 pm. They also went on to say that the first round would be on them because of the discrepancy. I thought it went above and beyond regular customer service and I appreciated it. Sure enough we came in at 4 and they remembered their promise and the first round was on them. One beer was more than enough so we didn't get anymore rounds but I did buy a t-shirt so I wasn't really there to get free beer. I sincerely liked the logo and wanted to buy a shirt so it wasn't a sympathy purchase. The beer was very good! Steve got their pilsner which was very good while I got the IPA on tap. That had plenty of bitterness and was everything I was looking for that Saturday afternoon! read more

Lots of games at the bar, good service, pretty decent beers, average taproom, a nice stop along a beer tour but doesn't need to be the main event. read more

I don't know how a previous reviewer could have said the oatmeal brown tasted like water. It tasted chocolaty, roasty, full bodied, full of flavor. That was my favorite one. This is a cool little space they have, and a welcome addition to the neighborhood since it's now the only public microbrewery in Capitol Hill not owned by AB Inbev. (how does Ballard have 10+ but we only have 1?) We tried a taster flight of the 6 beers they had available Thursday. I was a fan of 3 and the other 3 not so much. The Bohemian pils had too much diacetyl (buttery aroma / taste), the ESB was a bit too bitter (more like an American pale with English malts) and the 13% barleywine was way too sweet and under-aged (harsh alcohols). I think they rushed the barleywine - a strong barleywine like that takes 6 months to age at least, and needs to be fully fermented. The sampler was $14 which I thought quite pricey for about 16oz of beer. At some other breweries that price would get you 12 samplers instead of 6. The oatmeal brown however was their best, and the IPA was good too - they just need to cold condition longer or filter to clean it up a bit. I'll probably be back in a few months to see how they're doing. read more

This is probably my favorite brewing in Capitol Hill. They are owner operated, they have amazing beers and fantastic service. read more

Wow. We had an excellent experience here. After dining next door at Culture Club Cheese Bar, we stopped by Outer Planet to share a small cheese pizza (I know...it was a lot of cheese in one evening) and taste a couple of beers. It happened to be trivia night, but we sat at the bar & chatted with the bartender instead. I think he may have been the owner? He was SO sweet. Very friendly, talkative, but not in an annoying way. I could have chatted with him for hours! Outer Planet does not have a full kitchen, but they serve pre-made (locally) small pizzas for $8.00 that are heated in a toaster oven. This was all we needed - the perfect snack for 2 people. This brewery may be small and fairly new, but they serve up a great selection of craft brews. I asked for tastings of the IPA & saison, but our bartender recommended the pale ale. I'm so happy with that decision...it was delicious, right up my alley. I'll be back for a tasting flight. read more

Came here last night for the Habitat for Humanity benefit happy hour, and honestly wasn't blown away by this place. It's in a strange location, on a residential street, and they only had one bartender working even though it was a Thursday night & packed. He was doing his best but it's just a lot to take on with no support staff! I feel like there are too many other amazing breweries in the area to come to this place - not terrible, not great, just okay in my opinion. read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I have visited all 50+ breweries in Seattle, and this is one of my favorites. The beer is very good (4 of 5 stars for beer itself), and the ambience is consistently on point. Never been too loud, rarely overcrowded, always friendly help. I especially appreciate how receptive the bartenders are when I order flights (not a given at many other breweries). All that, plus: free pretzels, self-serve water, stumbling distance to Cal Anderson, and very reasonable prices. Great success. read more

The beer! Omg! So good! A lot of selection, not just your run of the mill place. Games are available and you can bring in foood!

I came to get a flight. I loved the hef!!! The yeasty hefeweizen awesomeness came through in just the right way. The bourbon brown(?) was okay. Didn't pack the punch you would want from a beer like that. The guy who helped me was really nice and the place has a cool vibe. read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Flighty goodness. - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

A new brewery on the Hill. How exciting! I stopped by last week after work on Friday, and it was PACKED. The space is super tiny, and my girlfriend and I had to stand at the bar, sandwiched between the pretzels/water station and a mom with her two small children. We got a flight with all of the beers except for the Bohemian Ale. The quality ranged from pretty good to mediocre. The IPA was the highlight, and the saison was also tasty. The brown ale was decent. The ESB was boring, though admittedly I'm not a fan of the style (same reason we skipped the Bohemian). The barleywine tasted good, but it was very flat. We might have gotten the bottom of the keg, but who knows. Overall, good first experience, and I'm confident the beer will improve in quality as they get better. read more

Excellent brewery in Capitol Hill! The space is small and the beers were really good. I had The Bohemian which was a light beer, reminded me a bit of a Pilsner and was really good. I also sampled the experimental IPA. It was one of my favorites. It had strong Belgian flavored and wasn't overly hoppy--a very drinkable IPA. I would definitely stop by here again! read more

This brewery has a strange. It doesn't look or feel like a brewery- and it does have an odd location. The beers themselves were very good. Had the dark Belgium and the Saison- also tasted the ESB. The beers are clearly well made. The crowd was a bit odd as well. I didn't see any groups ordering more than one round of beers- so there were lots of people coming and going the entire time we visited. I get the sense this is someone's hobby. If you're a beer nerd though- it's worth checking out. read more

Small brewery, decent beers, a bit of a unique twist on variety. Overall pretty good. Nothing too special to say about it one way or another. read more

Really friendly service and a nice selection of beers. It was nice to have more diverse options than a long list of just IPAs. My dog got spooked and spilled my beer. They brought me a new one and a dog bowl. Thanks! Will definitely come back. read more

We walked by for a few months before they opened and were excited to try them for the first time this weekend. They were open on a rainy Sunday afternoon so we decided to swing by. We got the flight and it every beer was on point. I loved the saison. They have pretzels to munch on as you drink your beers and are dog friendly. Super knowledgeable staff that is warm and welcoming. Can't wait to bring friends back and see what they create next. Nice to have a local microbrewery on Capitol Hill. read more

Nice friendly small in town brewery - Have about 8 beers on tap - usually try 2-3 samples read more

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My husband and I love beer, and trying out new breweries. Outer Planet never lets us down, one of Seattle's best. Bring a book, your dog, and enjoy a craft beer in a low key setting. read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

My wife and I dropped in to sample the beer on a date night. The beer was great, with a friendly brewmaster presiding over it all. And they are generous with the sampling. The IPA was my favorite: a nice grapefruit hop flavor with a touch of crisp pine perfectly balanced with a medium malt. Finally, a quality Cap Hill brewery! read more

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These guys have a nice selection of beers on tap... Sampler costs a bit more than some but tasting room is great place to sample some beers on a sunny afternoon. read more

Outer Planet Brewing - Sampler - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Really nice place atmosphere was cool the beer was good nothing really stood out but pretty good spot read more

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They know beer! Phenomenal beers across the board, even for styles that aren't usually my bag. I loved them all! Definitely a tendency towards malt and balanced hops over tear-inducing hop bitterness. They have a tap lineup of 6-8, which is more than I expected for such a small and new microbrewery. The staff is extremely friendly and very willing to talk to you about their beers, present and future. I had a fantastic time! They don't have food (beyond free pretzels which is awesome), but there is often a food truck outside which is very tasty (Taco Gol). Handy big bike parking area out front, too! If you are in Seattle and like beer, you simply MUST check out this brewery on Capitol Hill! I wish I could give it more stars! read more

Outer Planet Brewing - A tasty flight at Outer Planet! - Brewpubs Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Outer Planet is our neighborhood go-to for excellent craft beer! The staff is always friendly, and we had a nice chat with the owners on one occasion. They are regularly innovating and creating new brews and sours; def. keeping things interesting. OP is a must try if you're in the area! read more

GREAT BEERS... Everything I sampled tasted like a quality finished product. Not a big IPA fan but the IPA was wonderful and the American Pale was one of my favorites along with the Brown. Nice clean taproom, Jim ROCKS and the beer is great. Give it a shot, you won't be disappointed. We'll be back Jim... read more

Five stars for the beers, the Urantia Planetia in particular, which is finished with a wild yeast. One star off for the real lack of ambiance comfort and warmth. There are no shades on the large westward facing windows, so you bake in the afternoon sun. The brewer is top notch, but the place has no personality yet, because it's too new. I would recommend: 1, Sun-obscuring window shades. 2, Attractive wall decorations and 3, A good looking and personable young woman working behind the bar. Those are my three suggestions to improve their space. Their beer is already great! read more

The beers here are pretty solid but also very basic. Standard porter, ipa, ext. They are done well though. It's a good location from cal Anderson Park and nice to walk over after playing any sports for a cold beer! read more

Beers were good, glasses & flight boards are fun & unique, free games (especially cards for humanity) & free pretzels are awesome. The serving area is way off to the side so that was a tad strange because it was completely cut off from the lounge area. I would also highly recommend for minors to not be allowed here because when you are enjoying a nice relaxing afternoon with your significant other drinking beer & playing games and 3 young kids start running around, throwing marbles.....its kind of kills the vibe. read more

This was my second time in Seattle, second time checking out the brewery scene. I was lucky enough to catch Outer Planet after they opened up. As I walked in I was kindly greeted by the bartender as she asked if I had been here before. When I said no I was immediately offered samples. There were 6 beers on tap (one guest beer). I tried the IPA, and loved it. Great hop taste without overpowering flavors. My next beer was the bohemian. Extremely drinkable, smooth, and tasty. If I was a local, I'd be here all the time. I was lucky enough to catch Jim the brewer on site. He was very kind and informative. We talked all things beer. Next time I'm in town I'll definitely stop by again! read more

I tried this place after watching them build it up in our neighborhood -- incredibly nice guys and the kind of place I want to support. The beer was amazing- I especially liked the Bohemian and their IPA was great, nutty rich flavor. I am so glad I went to the opening, seems like what we need in our community. The Barley wine was unique too and I highly recommend the flight, a fun way to check them all out. It's so great to have a fun, creative brewery right here in our own hood that I can walk to, they rock!! read more

We're from out of town and happy to have found this place. The beer that was recommended complimented the seafood we brought from outside. Super friendly and gave great advice for places to eat and have dessert. read more

Excellent beer very welcoming environment! The brewer Jim is so talented. For three months old they are doing an outstanding job with drinkability. Topher in the tap room is friendly & helpful will definitely be back! Highly recommend especially for a social gathering. read more

Was excited to check out this brewery. We stopped by at noon since hours on website indicated they open at noon. However, employees were just arriving to open... at noon, so we left since they weren't ready to be open. Chairs were still upside down on tables. We left to go to another brewery that was open. read more

I live right upstairs and I adore this place. The owner works his butt off (I see him coming and going at any point during the day) and it shows. I see reviews saying it's in a weird location, but for me it's perfect. It's right in the middle of the residential area so the locals have a perfect place within walking distance, and I have never seen any unruly/drunk behavior here (and I literally walk by it everyday and night.) It's a nice way to be in Capitol Hill without the hustle and bustle that can get old. No frills, no fancy liqueurs that I can't pronounce, free pretzels, and dog-friendly! The owner always lets me sample the newer beers and he LISTENS to his customers about his brewing choices. Also, they have the BEST stout and gose I've had since moving to Seattle. read more

One of my favorite breweries. Friendly bar tenders and great beer that happened to have brewers on site to answer any questions. Great place!! read more

Solid selection, though a little on the pricey side. Free pretzels are a nice touch. All in all, a solid neighborhood brewpub.

Bring your own food, or order a SoDo Pizza. Kids are welcome, and served free apple juice (parent permitting).