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Petite Vie, Western Springs, IL

Petite Vie

4.8
4.8
285 Reviews
$30 and under
French

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 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

Menu

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What 285 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

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.

285 Reviews

  1. Anne

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here is FANTASTIC. We had a rough start to our reservation with service. But they quickly recovered and made additional efforts to ensure our experience was good. Even the host was amazing. The best I’ve seen! She made it so personable like we were long time customers. The place is very loud and vibrant, so if you’re hard of hearing or are easily overstimulated by noise, may not be for you. The food is the best French food I’ve had. Even the couple next to us said the deserts beat out anything they had in France. Great job, Paul and team! Will be back.

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  2. Joseph

    VIP

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I celebrated our anniversary today and everything was exceptional! We're learning French and planning a trip to France next year and thought why not have an anniversary date at a French restaurant and experience French food for the first time. The food was very delicious and the service was amazing. Everything from the foie gras mousse, French onion soup, and the house potato special and trout was delightful. ☺️ The ambience was good. While the music being played is music I listen to, I wish they would've played music that made us feel like we were having a romantic dinner in France, not listening to a U.S. Top 40-like radio station that I would typically listen to on the way home from work. I also wish there was more room between tables. I was sitting down scooched all the way into the table to not be in the way and yet I kept getting bumped into by the server serving the next table and the diners. I'll be sure to reserve seats in front of the chefs cooking next time. Seems like we won't be in the way much and watching the chefs cook seems like an awesome treat! 😄

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  3. Kevin

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    3rd time. Fantastic place. I always try something new and it never disappoints.

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  4. William

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time at Petite Vie. Another triumph for Paul and crew! A great meal at the bar. My duck confit was exceptional.

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  5. Jay

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent night out. Food was excellent - service was impeccable. I can't help, however, but to miss the size of the old Vie restaurant. Significantly smaller space so more claustrophobic. The tables are very close together so there's no privacy to your discussion. Granted, it's a minor complaint, but worth knowing if you're considering going there for dinner.

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  6. Scott

    VIP

    Chicago

    82 reviews

    5.0

    82 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, excellent service and my new favorite neighborhood restaurant. The greatest aspect is high quality French food and a thoughtful wine list.

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  7. Luke

    VIP

    San Francisco

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 6 days 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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  8. Linda

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 6 days 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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  9. Brian

    VIP

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days 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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  10. Jim

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined 7 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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Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 285 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 26 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
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