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Le Petit Paris, Chicago, IL

Le Petit Paris

4.8
4.8
749 Reviews
$31 to $50
French
Le Petit Paris is a casual French bistro where comfort and conversation are key to the dining experience. Head Chef and Owner Alain Sutbon greets every guest and sets the tone for the evening over a glass of his favorite red wine. Located near Chicago's famous Miracle Mile, Le Petit Paris has become a go-to haven for tired tourists and locals after a long day of shopping.

The food at Le Petit Paris is described as approachable French cuisine. Diners can try classic dishes like a Coq a Vin Rouge, which is chicken in a red wine sauce served with bacon, carrots, mushrooms and onions. If guests want a true taste of France, they can choose with the iconic duck a l'orange, served in a grand mariner sauce. Le Petit Paris also keeps an extensive collection of French wines for guests to pair with each meal.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    French, Fish, Meat
  • Hours of operation
    Daily Hours: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Phone number
    (312) 787-8260
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 749 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
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    Best Value

  • Chicago / Illinois

    French

  • Chicago

    Best Value

749 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic autentique food and a France atmosphere you would think that you are in Paris, mall and cozi restaurant and the chef makes a big difference.

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  2. paulr

    Chicago

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall3food4service1ambience2
    Their short staffed service was terrible and they didn’t have the duck that was on the menu. Cannot recommend this restaurant.

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  3. davidR

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Alain was wonderful very attentive The food was superior. Very course was magnificent. The escargot was best we ever had

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  4. MarkA

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Perfection!

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  5. MALIN

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredible food and a lovely experience! The coq au vin and escargot were standouts!

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  6. Johnson

    Chicago

    135 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    135 reviews

    Dined on August 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We really enjoyed this mini vacation to France. The food was excellent. Our group ordered escargot, salmon and a crab cake and as our appetizers and everything was delicious. Our entrees were the steak and fries, (best fries we've had in a while) the lamb and the chicken. Everyone was very pleased with what they received. If you have ever been to France the service will feel familiar. We had a great time and are looking forward to returning.

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  7. KevinW

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service, food and ambiance were all superb! Intimate space and authentic cuisine. I will go back and highly recommend!

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  8. KristineT

    New York Area

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on August 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful french restaurant a real gem. Very nicely decorated the small restaurant could have been a small cafe in Paris.food exceptional. Golden beet salad was terrific followered by steak dinner. Very nice wine selections

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  9. catherineb

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful French atmosphere. Excellent, excellent food Reasonably priced. Elegant owner.

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  10. MarkA

    Chicago

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was wonderful, as usual. We always look forward to a relaxing, delicious dinner and Alain never disappoints. Thank you!

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  11. TastyFood

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our best French and Chicago dining experience in years. The food was divine, especially the French onion soup and lamb chops. Cooked and seasoned to perfection.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on July 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a treasure to find. The meal was outstanding. In other reviews you see some complaints about service. People should get past any type of “fast food” expectations—this is fine food. Alain is amazing in running all aspects of this restaurant. Speaking with him is part of the charm of the experience. Don’t come with the idea that you’ll be quick - enjoy the meal, come to converse and relax. You won’t be disappointed.

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  13. padi

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on July 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    This quirky, authentic French bistro beckons Francophiles who enjoy quality, classic bistro food from the heart of its Parisian owner, chef, server, lovely man. The place is retro, quiet, small. Love it.

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  14. JohnG

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    From drinks to dessert…Escargot, duck, lamb chops and crème brûlée, all were excellent.

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  15. Chicagoan

    Chicago

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It's our secret little neighborhood place. Alain is a great chef and always makes us feel at home. Romantic for a couple and fun with friends.

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  16. Soutlooppete

    Chicago

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The menu, although not overly extensive, offered very traditional French items. We all made different choices and all were excellent. It's a small but cute place. We enjoyed it very much and expect to return.

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  17. JohnS

    St. Louis

    19 reviews

    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on June 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I have been coming here for years. Food quality has always been excellent and service also great.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I enjoyed a delicious meal in a quiet atmosphere. The service was attentive and friendly.

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  19. CharlotteT

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food.. Hidden Gem. The real thing! True French dining experience.

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  20. BillM

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service were wonderful. My wife had the trout and I had whitefish. Bothe were done to perfection with baby carrots and cauliflower in a delicious sauce. The wine was a Cote du Rhône serve slightly chilled. We highly recommend this gem

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  21. PatrickM

    Chicago

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    This restaurant is a gem. The owner/chef has developed a very well prepared menu in the French tradition. He takes time to make certain his guests feel as if they are in his home dining room. A real value in the Gold Coast.

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  22. FanPeruvianFood

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent experience, service, food, a real gem, will definitely be back!

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  23. RobertQ

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit and we absolutely loved EVERYTHING!! Delicious, loved the music…. A perfect evening!

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  24. FredoCorleone

    Chicago

    53 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This restaurant never disappoints. Everything was excellent. Alain is a one man show. Tres Bon!

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  25. MichaelH

    Charleston

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience3
    We started with the crabcake, which was excellent, and then went on and had the onion soup, which again was better than most. I think I detected a hint of chicken broth. We also had the soup of the day which was red pepper, which was good but the French onion soup was more outstanding. our entrées were the dock and the lamb chops. Both had wonderful flavors. We’re definitely coming back. Prices were quite reasonable, including the wine, which was only eight dollars a glass.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is absolutely adorable! So worth the visit. Food was amazing and authentic and the ambience was great. Highly Recommend!

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  27. VardaG

    Chicago

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Le Petit Paris is our most favorite neighborhood gem! Always delicious and perfect!

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  28. EdGericke

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place, escargot is amazing. If you are looking for outstanding French Food with good French wine this is the place for you.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Charming environment. Food transports you to Paris. The best part is chef. He makes the evening feel like you are dining at your best friend’s house. This is a very special place. I always feel happier after spending an evening here.

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  30. Jill

    Chicago

    16 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall1food4service1ambience2
    The owner needs a course in professional friendliness. He was extremely rude to my friend and indifferent to most others in the room. I had the feeling he was overwhelmed, being the only person serving in the restaurant, with no other help except the 2-3 people I glimpsed in the kitchen. I would not return because of how bizarre an experience this was, although the cuisine was perfectly acceptable. It was a very strange evening because of his comportment.

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  31. Lizzie

    Indiana

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on April 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It is the perfect place for a romantic dinner. The food is delicious and the atmosphere reminds me of the lovely restaurants in Europe.

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  32. VardaG

    Chicago

    72 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    72 reviews

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food at Le Petit Paris is always delicious, and beautifully presented. Tonight was no exception. Our salads were divine and the trout almondine was perfect!

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  33. KathleenK

    Chicago

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great dining experience with a gracious host.

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A real hidden gem. Second time there. We had calf liver and duck. All fantastic! Oh don’t forget to get the snail!

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  35. TheresaM

    Louisville

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    As always....the once a year experience was very very special for us. Allain was very gracious to seat our party of 6. The trout and lamb were especially good, and the apple tart outstanding. Like dinner with old friends! Thanks!

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  36. prettycounselor

    Chicago

    51 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    The restaurant is very small. Waiter was bordering on rude. He was also the chef. The food was good but the waiter ruined the evening

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  37. TannisW

    Chicago

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    I have been trying to book reservations for this place for months, and now I know why. If you have every been to France and wondered off the beaten path and found a random amazing restaurant this is that spot. We started with the crab cake and seasonal salad. The homemade salad dressing was to die for. We followed that up with the filet rainbow trout with capers in a white wine and butter sauce with a side of vegetable; and my husband had the traditional steak and fries. We lived 10 years in Europe, if the fries ain’t good then you can’t trust the rest of the meal. The fries at Le Petit Paris reminded me of the fries that I would have sitting in a cafe people watching in Metz with a glass of wine. This is restaurant is a hidden gem on the Gold Coast, and I would highly recommend it if you are visiting Chicago and want a great French meal.

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  38. DawnW

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A one man show but ever so satisfying. A welcoming, comfortable, classic setting. The food, the wine,and the ambiance were excellent. Paris without the hassle of the airport.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    19 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service are always outstanding! Alain prepares a fabulous menu.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Favorite meal I’ve had. Service was amazing and food was perfect.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners

FAQs

Le Petit Paris is rated 4.8 stars by 749 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 5 times today
Google Map for Le Petit Paris

260 E Chestnut St, Chicago, IL 60611

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Gold Coast / Streeterville
  • Hours of operation
    Daily Hours: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Cuisines
    French, Fish, Meat
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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