My favorite thing about this place is the vibe. The food is great & service is great! But I will come back for the chill, slow down, breathe, enjoy yourself vibe. No need to hurry here. You're on island time. Space is limited, view is beautiful, no reservations. read more

Savory a Restaurant - Our beautiful beers - Mediterranean Near Me - Langley, Washington

Not bad. Food shows good technique; not necessarily great taste/palette. Menu and website talk a good game about a relaxed dining experience; mine was rushed and somewhat pressured, even though the restaurant was half empty. I would try it again -- the location, ambiance, and menu were very good. Today, though, was something of a miss. read more

Great food, beautiful atmosphere, amazing view and a very friendly service! We had the short ribs, the squid ink linguine, a side of delicious ratatouille and a fresh and crispy caesar salad. Highly recommended! Will definitely come back! read more

Worth the wait! This new spot in Langley is cozy and comfortable with a nice view of the water. As a starter we enjoyed the smoked salmon with creme fraiche, crostini and caper berries. It was very tasty and a great mix of textures. We enjoyed salads and the Caesar was particularly good with a creamy dressing and Spanish anchovies that were not too salty and added a lot to the salad. For main courses we had the glazed salmon and an off menu special of jerked chicken. The jerked chicken was well spiced and served with a cool corn salad, a great combination. The salmon was served over rice with a spiced glaze and was cooked just right. For dessert we shared a chocolate pot de creme......this was really amazing, not too sweet and a near perfect consistency. We had a nice selection of wines that complemented out meal well. We'll be back...... read more

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We live on Whidbey and could not be more excited to add Savory to our list of favorite restaurants. I had the Mafalda Carbonara. OMG, it was crazy good. The noodles they use just grab the super rich, egg yokey, cheesey sauce that is loaded with crispy fried prosciutto. I mean loaded. Stefen our server and owner could not be more attentive. This place is going to be packed all hours. We had to wait an hour so we grabbed a glass of wine around the corner. It was so worth the wait . Thank you for coming to Whidbey Savory! read more

Savory a Restaurant - Mafalda Carbonara. Please do t ever take off the menu. - Mediterranean Near Me - Langley, Washington

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The sweetest little place I have ever been to. We recently relocated from Seattle to Langley. This restaurant is so freakin' cute. Maybe only six tables? We sat in cushy laid-back chairs. Our server was expert at food and the treatment of his guests (us). Our food and drink was perfect. The host was perfect. It was a really great experience and I cannot wait to go back. read more

Wow! The most savory short beef ribs. The meat was so flavorful and fell apart easily. Service was exceptional with a very clean, cozy and warm place. read more

We have visited Savory three times while staying in Langley. We visited on a Friday night at 4:30 this week and while the food and atmosphere were still good, we felt very rushed this time. The waiter was constantly asking if we were ready to order and once we did, the food arrived in minutes. The dinner was over within an hour. It felt like they wanted to flip the table. We left with half a bottle of wine. This wasn't the dining experience we had hoped for. read more

Wow. What a phenomenal evening. We were so impressed with the attentive friendly service, the cozy vibe, and the food was fantastic! Best Caesar salad I've every had. The soup of the day was vegan tarragon tomato and fantastic. Delicately balanced. Delectable moist salmon entree with wonderful wild rice. Can't wait to return. Great location in town with fantastic view during the daytime. read more

This restaurant was absolutely, hands down 5-stars+++ From the moment we entered this gem RIGHT ON THE WATER in downtown Langley (Whidbey Island) and greeted by top-notch staff and the owners, we knew we were in for a treat. And indeed, we had such a stellar evening. We were a group of 5 and every single dish was A+++ Had both the smoked salmon and white bean/garlic spread as our two appetizers, followed by two Caesar salads then we divided and conquered on dinner so we could all share bites - two braised beef short ribs - boneless beef short ribs slowly braised with tamarind & roasted garlic, served over Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes with a reduction of the braising juices (OMG), one miso, ginger & Arbol chili braised pork over their house blend of basmati & wild rice, topped with a miso butterscotch glaze (OMG), one Mafalda Carbonara - curly Mafalda noodles tossed with roasted garlic, julienned prosciutto, Parmigiano Reggiano, fresh farm egg and cracked black pepper (OMG) and one Squid Ink Linguine (WOWZA) - tossed in white wine, cream, garlic & lemon zest with sautéed shrimp, diced tomatoes & fresh parsley (OMG). We had such an amazing time with the nicest staff (ask for Jim or Phillip) and the owners are absolute gems. It was WELL-WORTH the rainy drive from Seattle. We will be back, not soon enough. Tip: they don't take reservations so get there early to be sure you get a table. YUM! read more

Had read all the reviews and I must say, our experience was not even close to most of the reviews. We arrived at 4:15pm December 14th for our anniversary dinner. Only 1 other dinner was there. We ordered a bottle of wine and while enjoying a glass, I watched the other patron order the goat cheese app which takes around 15 minutes. I saw it delivered and then his entree was delivered about 5 minutes later which gave him no time to enjoy his app. He left fairly quickly. We both ordered the Caesar salad with anchovies. The romaine was cut into tiny pieces and there was not any zing to the dressing. It was basically just lettuce with a couple of anchovies. No croutons, just a couple of toasted slices of bread. My husband ordered the short rib served with gravy and sour cream mashed potatoes. His ordered arrived in a lop sided bowl with so much gravy on it, we both thought the gravy was going to spill out of the lower side. In fact, there was so much gravy that we couldn't even see the mashed potatoes or the short rib. The short rib was fairly tender, but did not have much taste and the potatoes essentially turned into liquid potato soup under all the hot gravy. I ordered the Carbonara which was just OK. There was a lot of it and I basically left half of it. My husband also left most of his. We did not take a chance on desert after our experience. So, a bottle of wine ($60), 2 salads, 2 entrees and $179 with tip. They had a friend from Seattle waiting on our table. After our salads, we left our knives and forks on the salad plate expecting new ones with the entrees. He told us to take our silverware and save it for the entrees. We did, but put them on our napkins as a precaution in the days of COVID. When he brought the entrees, he also brought spoons and set them on the tabletop. I felt like we were in a diner. The waiter and the owner manning the front spent most of our time there talking. There were also a couple of extra people in the kitchen with the chef. Their conversations got louder and louder. We left about an hour or so after arriving and there were no other diners when we left. We went across the street to another restaurant (where we had a lovely dinner the night before) and had an appetizer and desert as we were still hungry and wanted a sweet ending to our anniversary dinner which we got, no thanks to Savory. read more

Savory is a gem. The kind of place you really don't want to tell anyone about because you're afraid you won't be able to get in .....but, that doesn't seem quite fair, so - here we go. Savory is teeny-tiny, with a beautiful view of the water. The mood is elegant and attentive but at the same time comfy and unpretentious. After only being open a few months I could hear the owner greeting most of the customers by name - this is clearly as much of a calling as a business. The food is thoughtful and flavorful featuring local ingredients, gentle twists on familiar favorites and all very approachable. The wine list is focused locally and has clearly been carefully curated. There are no reservations taken and the waiting list fills immediately, I would recommend arriving 15 minutes or more before they open on the night you hope to dine. read more

An exceptional experience, even if it didn't have incredible views of the Saratoga Passage and Camano Island. No reservations are taken, but put your name in stroll around town as you wait...it's worth it! There are only three upscale restaurants in Langley and all frequently have long waits for a table - we got lucky - in fact my wife and I ate at Savory on consecutive nights! Superior food, atmosphere, and service. Ron (one of the owners) is particularly attentive to ensure all diners are getting the best service. The food? Try the Caesar salad, Black Cod, Papardelle pasta, and oh my - the baguette with salted French butter - just mouthwatering! See you next time I'm on Whidbey - thanks Savory! read more

We love this new gem in Langley. They do a very fine job with food and presentation. We have gone early just for appetizers and the amazing view (when the weather was more conducive to outdoor dining), and in the evening just for tea and dessert, as well as for full dinners with friends and family. The cheese board is lovely. The service is top notch. I love that they are slightly hidden from Main Street. It makes it feel like a precious secret that you've been let in on. I know that they tried to ensure that they offer something different from other restaurants in the area, and they do. I look forward to dining with them for years to come. They are able to accommodate me being a vegetarian and my husband who has celiac disease. read more

Not great. Slow service. Would not return. The best thing there was the bread but it was from Sea biscuit Bakery.

Great location. Outside dining was great. Price of food for what was served was a little high, but okay. Service was disappointing. Don't mind higher prices if service is attentive. read more

This place is so cute! The view from the deck is amazing (waterfront) and the inside feels so cute and intimate. The waiter was very polite and everyone loved their food. We had the carbonara, tagliatelle, and squid ink linguine. All of which were excellent! read more

First of all the ambience when you walk in is so cozy and welcoming. But glamorous and comforting at the same time. We were instantly greeted and seated. While this place is small and quaintly nestled in the corner of town it's menu provided an ample selection of food,wine and craft beers. The food was absolutely delicious and the dessert was just the right amount of sweet you need to end a perfect and I mean perfect dinner date with friends,family or loved ones!! Highly recommended and we will be back again and again! read more

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What a gem! Escaped to Langley for a few days and pleasantly surprised to find this fantastic new restaurant in town. Ambience, service, food all amazing! Seating is limited, so plan accordingly. Ron and Stephan do an excellent job of welcoming you and serving delicious fare. We had the short ribs and pasta carbonara and both were excellent! Highly recommend Savory and look forward to returning the next time we come to the island! read more

If I could give this restaurant 6/5 I would! What a special place. The outdoor patio is dreamy! Amazing fire pit with such great tables to watch the sunset. Better than the patio is the food and service! Black cod is PERFECT and the veggies are seasoned to perfection! We loved chatting with Ron and could really tell how passionate he was about the restaurant! The cheese plate was also beyond delightful. No reservations so get your name on the waitlist early!!! We will be back! Thanks Ron and Stephen read more

Had the short ribs (great flavor!) and my partner had the fresh homemade pasta. Chocolate duo for dessert. We REALLY liked it! Get your order in by 8:30pm. The owners are super hands on and sweet. They really care. Great experience:)) read more

A real miss. The system to try and even eat here is... just don't bother. We managed to fix our evening with a great dinner nearby so there are other options! read more

Quite the find! This wonderful, new restaurant on Whidbey Island is a gem. We sat on their patio which has the best view in town. The food was superb. The owners were so kind and accommodating. We will definitely return. read more

We had arrived in town at 7:30pm and wanted a nice dinner. The hours posted were until 9 but we were told that he'd have to check with the kitchen to see if we could be seated. Lucky us they allowed us to eat there. The chairs were arm chairs that were impossible to position comfortably at the table. We were seated so close to another table that we could clearly hear their intense conversation. In fact we could hear everyone's voices over ours. There were endless fruit flies flying around us. I killed 4. The cheese was good. I had the fish which was a mild white flake fish on a bed of plain rice. But the glaze ruined it. It was a spicy teriyaki that way over powered the fish. It was the only flavor of the dish and it was awful. The server asked how we like our food and when I told him he got very defensive. He said that everyone else who ordered it liked it trying to invalidate my opinion. I think he said "flavor palette" a dozen times. It was only one flavor and it was horrible. Over priced pretentiousness in a cramped fly ridden space. Our first dinner in Washington was a bust. read more

I found this place on accident while on a roadtrip, and it was hands down the best food I had that month. The semi open kitchen was awesome given the size of the dining room, it felt very homey but this place was several steps above home cooking. You will not be disappointed read more

We adored this place, the inside has the feel of an elegant old living room, with some mismatched furniture and bottles of great wine on the walls. The food, particularly the dessert, was fantastic. So glad that we got in! One of our best experiences on Whidbey island. read more

What a great find! The food was excellent (the Carbonara shocked me!), the wine list was clearly expertly curated and the service was friendly and engaging. DO NOT skip the cookies or chocolate cake for dessert. Sophisticated dining on Whidbey Island. Great job to the team at Savory and thanks for an excellent meal. read more

Fantastic new restaurant in Langley. Great food, atmosphere, and view. The white bean spread appetizer was delicious as was the squid ink pasta and braised short ribs. Host/owner was super nice. Will definitely come back. read more

This is a very special and wonderful restaurant. We sat outdoors on the deck overlooking the water. The waitstaff was very professional and pleasant. The food was delicious. There was much care on high quality ingredients prepared perfectly with great flavors. We had three courses, each course done to perfection. We will definitely return. High marks for the two pasta dishes we ordered. Normally we cannot finish a pasta dish, but we ate ours up completely! read more

A perfect pub ... owners that care and connect to patrons, really good pub food choices, sports on the TVs... and great staff!!! Outside seating options and good ambiance inside. read more

The food was delicious and the service was attentive. Had the short rib and pasta, both of which were great. The small back patio has a lovely water view. read more

A real gem! We dropped in for dinner last night - our first visit - and were lucky to be seated right away. A cozy and welcoming space, both the service and food were truly outstanding! Our green salads were excellent with a surprising but not overwhelming sprinkling of pepper - you definitely don't need to add any - and a light dressing. Our pasta entrees were superb, really well balanced and in good but not overwhelming portions; the recommended wine (a Latta malbec) was a perfect match. For dessert, chocobolics will love the dense, smooth pot de creme; for those seeking something lighter, the three small lemon tarts are tart and refreshing. We didn't get into the dessert wines, but any restaurant offering multiple Madeiras deserves to be rewarded for its adventurous spirit! Overall we had a wonderful evening and will most certainly return on our next visit to Langley. This is a really special restaurant. read more