Petite Vie

4.8

256 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Charming

Nestled in the heart of downtown Western Springs, Petite Vie offers a menu curated with classic French dishes infused with Chef Paul Virant's signature flair. Spending time researching in France for inspiration, Virant has crafted every dish with meticulous attention to detail and a reverence for tradition.

Seating 65 guests, Petite Vie’s intimate space exudes the warmth and comfort of a traditional French brasserie, while seamlessly blending modern design elements. A collaboration between Virant, his wife Jennifer and long-time friend and designer Jody Tate, every detail at Petite Vie tells a story of meticulous craftsmanship and thoughtful curation.

Featuring French intricacy and layering, the space is a canvas of artistic expression, with artwork curated from both local talents and treasures acquired during the team's time in Paris. Framed prints, commissioned paintings, and a round antique mirror passed down through generations, adorn the walls, adding layers of intrigue.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(708) 260-7017
Website
https://www.petite-vie.com/
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Paul Virant

Location
909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558
Neighborhood
Western Springs
Cross street
Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
BNSF Metra Train Stop, Western Springs
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Wine

What 256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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Chicago / Illinois
French

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Petite Vie offers a delightful French bistro experience with "outstanding service" and "exceptional food." Guests love the "creative cocktails," charming ambiance, and attentive staff. While the noise level can be high, the restaurant's vibrant atmosphere and reasonable prices make it a must-visit. Don't miss the "delicious pork chasseur" and "outstanding mushroom tart."

257 Reviews

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Robert
Chicago
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really nice brunch, tasty, nice warm meal on cool November day. Great service too
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Janet
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I am a fan of Paul Virant So I was dying to try his new restaurant. I brought my stepdaughter out of town also is a fan of Vie. We love the escargot, and the pike appetizers. Our entrées were also superb! We even tried a tart for dessert. Our service was wonderful, ambience was great and we were so pleased to be there.
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linda
Naples
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Loved the trout. Perfectly prepared. Delicious appetizers. Many great options!
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peter
Naples
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
great atmosphere, food and service. ..................
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Tomoko
Chicago
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent! We enjoyed the fois gras, salad lyonnaise, confit duck, steak frites and profiteroles. I’m a fan of Chef Paul’s Gaijin and this was my first time at Petite Vie. Loved it!
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AUDREY
Chicago
40 reviews
vip
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding and the Manager even came over and helped us with wine and food selections . High quality and great service . Right there w Le Bouchon
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deepak
Chicago
14 reviews
vip
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food has always service was great. Truly, a gem in the western suburbs.
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GlenS
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very Lively, Vibrant, & Authentic Space! Reminds you of being in France! The menu is Awesome! Food executed perfectly. Service is on point, knowledgeable, & eager to please. Owner is on site and constantly on the move working to make sure everything is to his, & the diners satisfaction. He & the staff genuinely care! That is obvious. Excellent French forward wine list. Started with a mixed drink , & cocktail. The bartenders definitely know their craft. Great drink! Food was fantastic! Best chicken I’ve had in years! Nice the menu can satisfy whether you just want to share small plates or eat a 4 course meal. Know the space is authentically lively and loud. Lots of energy. Great Spot! Will be back!
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Bob
Chicago
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Utterly disappointing. The old place was so fine - great food, great service and wonderful atmosphere. Guests are now crammed in like sardines. Acoustics are awful - one n table of braying guests made it difficult for our server to even hear our orders. We were so close to the table on either side of us it was difficult to have a private conversation - especially shouting above the din. Food was ok but not great, and certainly not good enough to compensate for the noise level.
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Susan
Chicago
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a fantastic dinner at Petite Vie. Food was delicious. Service was very attentive. We were celebrating a birthday and they went out of their way to make it a special evening. Highly recommend the gnocchi appetizer and steak frites.
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Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 31 times today

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Additional information

Cross street
Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
Neighborhood
Western Springs
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
French
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
BNSF Metra Train Stop, Western Springs
Executive chef
Paul Virant
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Wine

Website
https://www.petite-vie.com/
Phone number
(708) 260-7017

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