Petite Vie

Name: Petite Vie
Address: 909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL, United States, 60558
Telephone: (708) 260-7017
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

279 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

Good for special occasions
Neighbourhood gem
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 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00
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
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Wine

What 279 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

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
French
West Suburbs
Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Petite Vie is a charming French bistro offering "incredible food and service" with a cozy atmosphere. Guests rave about the "phenomenal trout," the creative cocktails, and a menu that beautifully captures French culinary flair. While some mention noise levels, the overall dining experience remains "exceptional" and a must-visit for special occasions.

279 Reviews

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Luke
San Francisco
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A gem of a neighborhood French restaurant. It’s a bistro atmosphere in the front. The dining area in the back was more formal and nicely appointed, but felt a little cramped. Our waiter had a French accent and knew the menu well. The service and food were excellent. The appetizers were delicious as was the duck confit, but the beef bourgenon special was dry. We were in a hurry so no desert. I will definitely come back.
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Linda
Chicago
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous brunch today - everything 5 star. Will be back SOON
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Brian
New York City
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Best spot in Western Suburbs! Great food, service, vibe. . .
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Jim
Chicago
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sat at the bar which, frankly, is the best way to go. Patrick is an awesome bartender. Had a great time, food was awesome. Will be back.
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Terri
Chicago
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great experience, food was delicious. Patrick is always warm and welcoming.
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david
Chicago
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As Everytime we go to petite vie, the experience is always great, whether lunch, dinner or brunch as we had on Saturday everything clicks, and all this makes for a memorable meal, highly recommended
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Liz
Chicago
60 reviews
vip
5.0
60 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been twice now and love Petite Vie! Food and drinks are amazing, and it's a fun environment. The bar is really pretty. Service is great too. Definitely recommend!
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Brigid
Hawaii
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this restaurant, we have eaten one dinner and one brunch. I had the special rabbit dish, very French, and loved it. I had the quiche at Brunch and it was light and very tasty, completed with a salad Maison. Only complain is the seating. There was a table of 10 women in the main dining room, they attempted to seat us beside them - no way, and a corner table that seats 4. We sat at the end of the bar (there were 2 of us) and we could still hear the noise of the big party. There is a big area in the back of the restaurant, why weren't they put back there? Overall, we love this new restaurant and will keep coming back.
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Tania
Chicago
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on 8 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The fish in the parchment paper was absolutely divine as were the little truffle pastry puff as an appetizer. Bartender made a perfect whiskey sour with egg white also. Great cozy ambiance for the holiday season
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David
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
One of the best meals EVER. Duck confit was perfectly prepared. Sunchoke delicious. Service excellent. Wines by the glass were reasonably priced. Unfortunately we were seated next to a very large AND NOISY party. Not sure what a restaurant can do about that, but it did wreck the ambiance.
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Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 279 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 22 times today

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Additional information

Cross Street
Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
Area
Western Springs
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 16:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:30 Sun 16:00–20:00
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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