Good wine list. Great food.
- Paul Gibula Verified
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Ron Petri left a 4 star review!
- Ron Petri Verified
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Altogether good experience but a little on the pricey side for lunch.
- Kathleen E Prather Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you for joining us for lunch Kathleen. We are glad you joined us again! Read More
I came to Prima Facie Bistro last week for a birthday lunch with a friend, and our server Kitty was so warm, attentive, and genuinely wonderful that we decided to come back this week for dinner with our husbands and specifically requested her. She remembered us right away, took amazing care of our table, offered a great bottle of wine recommendation, and created such an inviting, enjoyable experience both times. The food is fantastic, the cocktails are exceptional, and the atmosphere has that perfect cozy-yet-elevated feel. We’ll definitely be back — Prima is a gem. -Sincerely, Monica R.
- Monica Richard Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market This is such a great review Monica. Our new guests will be able to use this information for learning about Prima Fac... Read More
My first stop in the Prima Facie Bistro… Outstanding. Great service and food.
- Stephen Smith Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for the great review Stephen. We look forward to having you back soon. Read More
My first stop in the Prima Facie Bistro… Outstanding. Great service and food.
- Stephen Smith Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for the great review Stephen. We look forward to having you back soon. Read More
Prima Facie Bistro is one of those rare spots that feels both sophisticated and welcoming from the moment you walk in. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance — warm lighting, rich navy and gold details, and an inviting buzz that makes it ideal for date nights, dinners with friends, or a cozy solo martini at the bar. The food? Absolutely top-notch. Every plate feels thoughtfully crafted — from their flavorful entrées to seasonal specials that never disappoint. The cocktail menu deserves its own round of applause — creative, balanced, and beautifully presented (Martini Monday is a must). What really makes the experience exceptional, though, is the service. Kitty, one of Prima’s servers, brings an energy that elevates the entire atmosphere. She’s attentive without hovering, genuinely kind, and seems to read what each table needs — whether that’s a quick laugh, a quiet check-in, or a stellar wine recommendation.
- Local Reviewer Verified
Prima Facie Bistro is one of those rare spots that feels both sophisticated and welcoming from the moment you walk in. The ambiance strikes the perfect balance — warm lighting, rich navy and gold details, and an inviting buzz that makes it ideal for date nights, dinners with friends, or a cozy solo martini at the bar. The food? Absolutely top-notch. Every plate feels thoughtfully crafted — from their flavorful entrées to seasonal specials that never disappoint. The cocktail menu deserves its own round of applause — creative, balanced, and beautifully presented (Martini Monday is a must). What really makes the experience exceptional, though, is the service. Kitty, one of Prima’s servers, brings an energy that elevates the entire atmosphere. She’s attentive without hovering, genuinely kind, and seems to read what each table needs — whether that’s a quick laugh, a quiet check-in, or a stellar wine recommendation. We will be back again and again.
- Local Reviewer Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market WOW! What an amazing review. We appreciate the detailed feedback about what made your experience 5 stars. We can't... Read More
We had a top notch meal at Prima Facie! Everything was delicious including calamari, steak, and cocktails. The steak butter was absolutely heavenly. One of the best steaks I have had probably ever. The prices are very reasonable given the atmosphere, fabulous food, and attentive service. The legal themed drinks are a fun touch as a lawyer myself. Cant wait to come back
- Kayla Knipfel Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for the review Kayla. Our team takes pride in trying to achieve a great experience for all of the ... Read More
Met some college friends there. Great place to have extended lunch and a couple drinks.
- Chuck Smith Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you Charles! We been a great meeting point for people from all over the city to catch up with friends. Read More
Met some college friends there. Great place to have extended lunch and a couple drinks.
- Charles Smith Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you Charles! We been a great meeting point for people from all over the city to catch up with friends. Read More
The food was amazing! I ordered the special which was 2 smash burgers with pepper jack pimento on sesame bun. I also had the bone marrow. It was bigger than i thought it would be. It was good! The service was excellent. The prices were reasonable. The portions were perfect for lunch. I definitely will visit again.
- Kristina Kimball Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you for the amazing review Kristina. You made some excellent choices while dining with us! Read More
I was excited that African wines were being offered. If only there was a Pinotage offering..... We went on a weekday night, and it was busy, but we scored a reservation and had a wonderful dinner. You MUST order the bread appetizer.....it wowed all 3 of us (and we are choosy). The vault room is cool to see and the soundless old movies being shown on the wall is unique. The entire staff (Joseph was a great server) and the owner worked the room clearing tables, greeting guests and making things cohesive without being too intrusive. The trout was beyond perfect, the lamb ragu scored high points and the salmon with beets all were met with rave reviews. We ended with the wrapped brownie dessert, which I think we should have skipped.
- jodie england Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for dining with us Jodie. A good pinotage would be a nice addition for sure. We look forward to h... Read More
Mark Harding left a 5 star review!
- Mark Harding Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you for the review Mark. Read More
Recently opened, Prima exceeded all expectations. Located in the small town of Parkville, it’s among many other quaint little restaurants and shops with some already decorated for the holidays. Lovely small town setting overall. And for a Tuesday night, the town was bustling and Prima was crowded with diners and bar patrons. Great atmosphere and terrific food with prices that are “worth it”. Our menu selections included salmon with a beet salad side, lamb ragu on pasta and chicken. A brandy peach cobbler dessert completed our delightful evening. As entertainment, old time movies were flicked onto a wall. Enjoyed the three stooges and early stars like a young Robert Taylor and Loretta Young while there. We’re already planning our return to Prima.
- Ron Musolino Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for the 5 star review Ron. Your detailed feedback will help future guests learn about our restaurant. Read More
10 out of 10 recommend!
- Christine Barr Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you for the 5 Star Review! Read More
My husband and I went for a date night and had delicious food. I have a garlic allergy so I’m always limited on what I can have so I had the salmon and we split the crab cakes. They were both wonderful. He had the pork chop and raved about it and the sauce for days! The cocktails were nice as well
- Lisa Freidel Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you so much for the great review Lisa. You chose some great items to enjoy. We look forward to having you bac... Read More
We needed this restaurant so badly in Parkville. Open for lunch on Mondays!! The food is incredible. I highly recommend anything with the buttermilk ranch dressing, that I wish they would sell in their marketplace cafe next to the restaurant.
- Molly Pickel Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you for the great review Molly! That buttermilk is very good. If you ever want to buy a pint of it to take ho... Read More
Elizabeth likes long walk on the beach!. Now that we've established that, this restaurant is a great addition to downtown parkville loved it. Service was extremely quick and the food was great. Everyone in the fam enjoyed their meals and they have a great upstairs venue and a cool, vault dining room... highly reccomend.
- Kevin Smith Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Kevin- we are so pleased to learn that you've connected well enough with our staff to learn about their preference fo... Read More
A great dining experience from all aspects!
- Josh Lindquist Verified
Response from Prima Facie Bistro and Market Thank you Josh! We are glad that our team was executing on all aspects of your dining experience. Read More