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    Outsider

    4.3 (42 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 2:00 pm, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Puttanesca
    Gregory G B.

    We have become "regulars" at Outsider. Chef Ian's preparations are simply amazing. The menu always contains a surprise, here are a few: a taco appetizer, three meat meatball appetizer and a charcuterie board. All of these are flavorful and satisfying. Chef even has a drink of his own called "The Ian." The drink is not on the menu, just ask for it. I am addicted to his meat loaf! We are full season ticket holders for the Chiefs and eat there before every game. GO!

    Pepperoni pizza
    Katie H.

    Service: The service here was great. I actually went two nights in a row and both times we were greeted with a smile and they were so kind! It just felt friendly! Atmosphere: This is a neat little space! The building is an old brick building, so it has a little bit of a rustic or vintage feel. They also have fresh plants around the restaurant, including fresh basil (which I LOVE!). The kitchen is also right in the middle of the restaurant, so you can see the cooking, the pizza oven, everything! It's really neat. My daughter loved it! Food: My daughter got a pepperoni pizza and loved it. I tried a piece and it was really tasty! My husband got the Moxie meatloaf and said it was the best meatloaf he had ever gotten from a restaurant (my homemade meatloaf remains his favorite ‍). The meatloaf is a mixture of ground, chuck, brisket, and pork. It's served with a demi glaze on top of mashed potatoes. It was scrumptious. I started with the French Onion soup. It was HOT HOT HOT (temperature), but once it cooled off enough to eat some it was SO SO yummy. My husband and I both loved it. I then got the burger which was also a mixture of ground, brisket, and chuck. It sounded delicious, but if fell flat for me. The burger patty itself wasn't made well and kind of fell apart in pieces when I tried to eat it. On top of that it didn't have much flavor - it really just tasted like plain ground beef. Kind of like, raw ground beef flavor when all you taste is meat. It wasn't great and I didn't eat it. I did like the fresh salad it came with though! We would love to go back. The cocktails were good, the service was great, and most of our meal was also delicious! Worth the trip!

    Pickle Pizza

    One of my favorite meals I have had in a long time. Every dish was wonderful and the service was excellent. I would recommend to anyone.

    Moxie meatloaf
    Lindsey H.

    Tonight's meeting for the Eat Meet club was at @outsiderpnw . Located in the Papillon building east of the Spokane Arena. The owners have created a vibrant yet cozy environment with the exposed wood oven. We had a very friendly server who was welcoming and accommodating. HIGHLY recommend the French Onion Soup... drooling as I type this. It is a smaller space so I would recommend a reservation. Overall a good experience, service was a tad slow but very friendly. . . French Onion Soup- jammed onions, calvados, cream sherry, bone broth Jarlsberg, country French bread Prosciutto pizza- San Marzano tomato, prosciutto, asiago, fresh basil, dressed arugula, country olives. Moxie Meatloaf- ground chuck, brisket, pork, garlic, parmesan, chipotle bbq sauce, mashed potatoes, demi glacé. The Paul- San Marzano tomato, mozzarella, pastrami, coppa, guanciale, pepperoni, goat horn peppers

    Moxie Meatloaf
    Andilee J.

    Hands down the best food in Spokane! Farm to table feel. Quality, fresh ingredients and the most fantastic entrees. Great cocktail and wine selection. Service was amazing. Super enthusiastic and knowledgeable server who answered all of our questions. Small restaurant but upscale feel for a quiet and quaint space. Highly recommend the meatloaf and rotisserie chicken. The pizza looked fantastic but we didn't have room to order all the entrees.

    Hamburger pattie
    William K.

    Disappointing. Upon walking into the restaurant there was no sense of an identity. What kind of restaurant is this? The menu also lacks an identity. Pizza place? Hamburger place? Pizza and burgers were tasteless. We had a wonderful waitress. Prices on the web were significantly lower. Not a good beginning to our evening.

    a black vase with pink flowers on a wooden table
    Sarah K.

    We had Valentine's dinner at Outsiders and were able to experience their 6 course set menu with wine pairings. Everything was incredibly delicious, fresh, and flavorful with combinations that we had never tried before. What a fun meal to eat too, every bite was exciting! Plating was beautiful, service was fantastic and the atmosphere was great. From the lighting, to the music, to the table scape and decor, we were continually impressed with our experience as the night went on. If you need a new place in Spokane to try, please go here!

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    Deborah S.

    My first time at The Outsider and it won't be my last!! The moment you enter the bright contemporary space you are greeted and welcomed in!! The open kitchen lets you see Chef Ian work his culinary magic!! I ordered the popular Pork Cubano sandwich with field greens salad and housemade pickles!! Absolutely astounding!! The pork so tender like butter and the pickles with just the right amount of tang!! I broke down and ordered dessert, chocolate layer cake that was not too sweet but just right, frosting was light and fluffy, cake was moist and light!! I will be back to try other delicious selections soon!!

    Kelley P.

    Wow!!!! Sitting here right now enjoying Valentines dinner. The food and ambiance is amazing. Definitely recommend this amazing gem. The service was great!!! We will definitely be back.

    Ate all the pizza!!
    Tiff R.

    Phenomenal food and probably the best pizza we've ever had! Service was great as well with excellent recommendations plus it's super cute and cozy inside.

    French onion soup, phenomenal.
    Tami N.

    Came here for Restaurant Week, did not disappoint! Our server, Natalie I think was her name, was exceptional. The food fantastic! Can't wait to come back and try the pizza.

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    In classic speakeasy fashion, this dark "craft beverage" bar (not JUST whiskey bar...according to…read morethe tender on duty) is tucked neatly behind a bookshelf within a storefront that lacks outer signage. You could easily (and maybe have...) walk past it and not even know. I found my way in and was faced with a dark room and a wonderfully lit display of liquors. They infuse many of their own and offer flights of infused whiskeys. The drink menu has options that feature many different spirits. I chose a gin and citrus drink that was a wonderful blend of bitter and refreshing. I made myself sip it slowly, but it was tasty enough that I could have thrown it back. The bar tender was friendly and attentive, as well as knowledgeable. The room seemed to be recovering from the recent Hoopfest...there were coolers and some things in the back of the space. There were also a LOT of bottles on the counter behind the bar. I don't know if it is always like this, but I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and would definitely go back for the drink and to show it off to friends.

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