Petite Vie

Petite Vie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Lise

   Chicago6 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Exceptional meal and service. The front section was extremely noisy - luckily there was a table in the back we could be moved to.
   

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   Patsy VIP

   Chicago9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 3

   We absolutely loved our dinner at Petite Vie last night. I’m happy to report that they are open to the idea of reducing the volume of the music, which can be overwhelming. The meal was outstanding, and our service from Laura was not only impeccable, it was fun! 
   

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   Berny VIP

   Chicago46 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We have been toPetite Vie twice and have enjoyed it each time. It is probably not everyone’s taste, but we love the environment and the wonderful French food. I enjoyed every bite of the cassoulet  and my husband devoured the steak frites. The service was very attentive and friendly. My only negative comment is regarding the fois appetizer. It should have been served room temperature. It was too cold and not very flavorful.  otherwise it was a wonderful dining experience. 
   

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   jane VIP

   Chicago32 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   A wonderful place to celebrate or just enjoy an incredible meal.
   

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   Kevin

   San Francisco9 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Petite Vie does it RIGHT!! From the hostess all the way thru to the busboy, Excellent at its best. Very lucky to have this restaurant in Western Springs!
   

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   Mary Pat VIP

   Chicago192 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 2, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Our first time at this new place was a welcome surprise! Food and service were excellent. We will certainly return.
   

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   Ann VIP

   Chicago34 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 2, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   The restaurant is beautiful but too small to enjoy completely. Tables are too close together and it was very cold. The food was delicious and service was adequate but not fabulous.
   

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   Melinda VIP

   Chicago26 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 1

   We were excited to try this restaurant. Food was delicious!! However, that’s where it ends. We were seated 3rd table on the left. Tables allowed 12-18” to squeeze into the shared bench seat. At one point our servers rear end was resting on our table to take the order for the couple next to us. Pillows took up space for my purse & sweater. We felt as if we were having a fine dinner on a plane in a basic economy seat. The noise was overwhelming. Clanging of pots, pans & dishes from the kitchen, martinis being shaken and music made it impossible to carry on conversation. Both tables left & right of us were elevating their voices over the noise. We just gave up trying to talk to each other. Again, we loved the food. Not the ambiance. We have been to France, eaten in wonderful bistro’s and this does not reflect that European charm. Because of that we probably won’t be back.
   

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   Jen

   Chicago1 review

   3.0

   Dined on March 30, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   We had seats at the chefs counter and service was very slow. We got an appetizer, split a salad and entrees and they all were delicious. Our dessert was a bit disappointing though. We got the tarte tatin and the crust was soggy, it was not a traditional caramelized apple tart, and portion was very small for $16. We didn't have a terrible time but aren't looking to go back any time soon.
   

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    Patricia VIP

    Chicago193 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Fabulous dinner! Our server was very nice and very helpful. We enjoyed endive salad and onion soup as starters. For dinner, my husband had perfectly cooked trout and I had the scallop appetizer which was delicious. Dark chocolate mousse was delightful.
    

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