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Petite Vie, Western Springs, IL

Petite Vie

4.8
4.8
256 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
  • Neighbourhood 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
  • Area
    Western Springs
  • Cross Street
    Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    BNSF Metra Train Stop, Western Springs
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

Menu

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What 256 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • 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."

256 Reviews

  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. Deive

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a unique and fun evening honoring chef Jean Joho. Outstanding food and wine pairings. So nice to see not only the participants having a good time, but the chefs as well. What a positive experience. Thank you chef Paul.

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Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 256 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 31 times today
Google Map for Petite Vie

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
  • Area
    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
    Gluten-free Options
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