Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. Chicago / Illinois
  4. West Suburbs
  5. Western Springs
Petite Vie, Western Springs, IL

Petite Vie

4.8
4.8
273 Reviews
$30 and under
French

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 45 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
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Paul Virant
  • 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 273 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

NoiseModerate

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.

273 Reviews
  1. Liz

    Chicago

    60 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    60 reviews

    Dined 2 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!

    Is this helpful?

  2. Brigid

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Tania

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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

    Is this helpful?

  4. David

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    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.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Frank

    Charleston

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, excellent service, Aaron. Will go back.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Kevin

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have eaten at Vie for many years and Petit Vie is just a continuation of one of the great restaurants in the Chicago area. An original farm to table spot with all kinds of creative dishes. Never disappointing. Only thing I can think of to make it even better, more seared fois gras!

    Is this helpful?

  7. Mary

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 4 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE Petite Vie. Food is amazing, service is top notch and the ambiance is warm and welcoming with great music.

    Is this helpful?

  8. Joanne

    Phoenix

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Finally an actual French brasserie in the western suburbs! This gem of a restaurant offers great ambiance, skilled service and a varied menu beautifully executed. Allez-y!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Manuel

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great French Brasserie. the food was great as was the service and the ambiance.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Mark

    Chicago

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to have a late dinner here on a Saturday night. We chose to sit at the chef’s counter. It is warm by this area, but fun and bustling to see them working on all the delicious food. We started with escargot and the scallop appetizers. Both were delicious, and left us wanting more. We shared a lyonnaise salad, the combination of ingredients was flavorful and light, and the dressing was a perfect balance with enough acid. We had the steak frites and the monkfish, both were outstanding. We finished with the new apple tart with crème fraise ice cream. it was a great combination- the tart was buttery, caramelized, cinnamon forward and the ice cream was not too sweet. We had manhattans (well made, but fairly standard), the framboise cocktail (berry flavor, smooth, and light) and the signature petite vie 75 cocktail (citrus forward, sweet, and fresh). Definitely will be back!

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 273 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 45 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 11:00–14:00 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
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo