Whidbey Island Restaurants – Langley (Prima Bistro)
If you plan on visiting Whidbey Island you’re sure to enjoy the small town charm of Langley. After a day of shopping and exploring the town you’ll want to visit The Prima Bistro.
There are many things that make a great restaurant; though most of us think of great food! That is surely the case at Prima Bistro. Often, however, it is the intangibles that make a restaurant special. There is a certain sense of place; the feeling that you get by just being there. You can click here to view a video on the Prima Bistro. You will want to view in the full screen mode for a better visual impact.
Prima Bistro has that sense of coziness and warmth; whether it be on a cold winter night or a warm sunny day.
In 2009 the Prima Bistro was voted the Best French Restaurant in Western Washington. Evening Magazine had their readers nominate and then vote for their favorites. Le Pichet was second followed by Cafe Campagne and Maxililien. All of those restaurants are located in the Pike Place Public Market in Seattle.
Prima Bistro is owned by Sieb and Jenn Jurriaans. It is interesting to note that Sieb started working in the restaurant business at Cafe Campagne. He became a sous chef at the Bis on Main in Bellevue and then the executive chef at Saltoro’s in north Seattle. Jenn taught at Olympic Hills Elementary for nine years before getting involved in the operation of the bistro.
The original Star Bistro closed for business in 2005. Sieb and Jenn knew the space and they loved the idea of living on Whidbey and starting their own restaurant had always been a dream. In early 2006 Sieb and Jenn secured a small business loan from Whidbey Island Bank and began the renovation. Prima Bistro was born in the summer of 2006 just in time for the busy season.
The roof top deck, though smaller, reminds me of the Pink Door in Seattle. They often have musicians on those warm summer evenings to enhance and keep the atmosphere lively. They have space heaters so even on cooler evenings it’s a great experience.
I was talking to Jenn and she explained how important the locals are to their business. “The local base is really important to us; they are an awesome community.” They do a lot of fun things for the locals and often use themes. When the Blues Brothers movie was playing at the Clyde; their bartenders dressed up as the Blues Brothers. Sex in the City; then they had cosmo specials; just good fun!
Whidbey Island is a very green and organic community. So, it comes as no surprise that the bistro found a spot on the roof for their own herb garden!
This business is their heart’s desire. It is a place that they share with their children and the community. A place to be with friends and to meet new ones. You won’t be disappointed!
You can visit their website by clicking here or their blogsite by clicking here.
Prima Bistro is a French inspired Northwest Bistro located in Langley on beautiful Whidbey Island.
201 1/2 1st Street
Langley, Wa
(360) 221 4060
LIVE MUSIC EVERY THURSDAY Serving lunch and dinner every day starting at 11:30 – HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 3:00-6:00
FOR RESERVATIONS EMAIL: primabistro@whidbey.com
If your looking for a Nursery in Langley the Bayview Farm and Garden is the one for you. I had a chance to meet with the owner Maureen Murphy and I was immediately impressed by her love for her business, her employees and the community that she serves.
Maureen is a hard working owner who enoys the physical and outdoor aspects of her business. She talks about her flowers and the interaction that takes place with visitors; “following the color and the light.” It is their job to be the caretaker and then let the plants do all the work; grabbing your attention.
The Christmas trees are ready for you!
Wow! This is the spring time view; pretty special place.
There is a farm center on the site as well; fresh hay and just things for the farm and home.
This is a green garden facility with a non-toxic approach to gardening. There is a good flow to the nursery and the coming of Spring will enhance everything in a wonderful fashion. Maureen takes prides in the health of her plants; if the plants aren’t healthy “they go away.”
You’ll want to make a point of stopping by by the nursery during this Holiday season. The nursery has everything you need: unique gift items, wreaths, holiday greens and garland, and living and cut Christmas trees!
The Bayview Farm and Garden is located off Hwy 525 at Bayview Corner at 2780 Marshview Ave. Langley, WA 98260. Their phone number is (360) 321-6789. You can visit there website by clicking here.
You might also enjoy this video from Maureen.
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