French-inspired Northwest cooking
Prima Bistro in Langley
Plan a meal at Prima Bistro with current hours, reservation guidance, menu style, family options, accessibility questions, and nearby Langley stops.
Prima Bistro serves French-inspired Northwest food at 201 1/2 First Street in downtown Langley. It works for a planned dinner, a relaxed lunch, or a meal before an evening performance without moving the car.
What kind of meal to expect
The restaurant describes its menu as seasonal, with a full cocktail bar and wine list. Current menus include bistro standards alongside seafood, meat, and vegetable dishes, but individual plates and prices change. Check the official menu page rather than planning around an older menu photo.
Prima identifies itself as family-friendly and lists a children’s menu along with gluten-free and vegetarian options. Those options do not guarantee an allergen-free kitchen; contact the restaurant directly about a serious allergy or cross-contact concern.
Hours and reservations
As verified July 14, 2026, the restaurant lists these hours:
- Sunday through Thursday: noon to 8:30 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: noon to 9 p.m.
- Weekday happy hour: 3 to 5 p.m.
Prima recommends reservations and says walk-in space is limited. Online reservations run through Resy. Parties of six or more are asked to call during business hours at 360-221-4060. Limited takeout may be available at the kitchen’s discretion.
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Recheck the Prima Bistro home page on the day of your visit.
Indoor and outdoor seating
The restaurant lists both indoor dining and outdoor deck seating when weather permits. The deck is a useful request in mild weather, but it should not be treated as guaranteed seating. Ask when booking if outdoor space or a particular accessibility need is important.
Pair it with Langley
Prima sits on First Street in the walkable village core. A meal pairs easily with galleries and shops, the Langley Whale Center, or a waterfront view from South Whidbey Harbor. The harbor is downhill from downtown, so allow extra time for the climb back if a reservation follows the walk.
For an evening performance, review the current program at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts and leave time to walk or park before the show. For more choices by occasion and town, use the South Whidbey restaurant guide.
Practical details
Address: 201 1/2 First Street, Langley, WA 98260
Phone: 360-221-4060
Reservations: Recommended; limited walk-ins
Takeout: Limited and subject to kitchen capacity
Website: primabistro.com
Sources and freshness
Details change. These primary sources were checked during the most recent review.