Petite Vie

4.8

289 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Neighborhood 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 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
Neighborhood
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

Experiences

Galette de Rois
$50.00 per person
Prepaid
Jan 6, 2025 only
4:00 PM
Pick up at 909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558
Come get a King cake at Petite Vie! Puff pastry filled with almond frangipane and raspberry jam and a traditional cermaic figurine, or feve! Cakes are 9 inches in diameter and serve up to 10 guests. These cakes have been handcrafted by our Pastry Chef Angelyne Canicosa.

What 289 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.

289 Reviews

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Anne
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I frequent Petite Vie... I've never been disappointed. The team, the food, and the atmosphere are always a special treat.
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Irene
VIP
Chicago
41 reviews
5.0
41 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The brunch menu was outstanding! Rob was a great waiter, and every dish was perfectly cooked. I had the best buckwheat crepe ever. The most fun was a Bloody Mary though—it had gin in lieu of vodka and I will be ordering them like that from now on!
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Kevin
VIP
Chicago
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Pushed a little which is disappointing but the food is very good.
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Anne
Chicago
19 reviews
5.0
19 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
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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Zada
Chicago
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A delightful, upscale French bistro in the heart of Western Springs, across from the train station. By chance I had two dinner experiences in one week and both were special, from the service to the food. The price points are appropriate- for a special evening out. Appetizers and salads are enough for a meal if you desire. Wines are very good. If you want a more casual meal, eat at the counter. The Bistro burger is very good.
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Joseph
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
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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Kevin
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on December 18, 2024
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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William
Chicago
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
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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Jay
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 17, 2024
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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Scott
VIP
Chicago
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
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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Petite Vie is rated 4.8 stars by 289 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

Dec 25, 2024

8:00 PM

Booked 10 times today

Experiences are available.

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Additional information

Cross street
Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
Neighborhood
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
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

Petite Vie

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Experiences

Galette de Rois

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What 289 people are saying

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