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Petite Vie, Western Springs, IL

Petite Vie

4.9 (492)
$30 and under
French
909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today

About this restaurant

  • 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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri–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

Menu

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What 492 people are saying

Petite Vie reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Chicago / Illinois

    French

  • West Suburbs

    Best Food

  • West Suburbs

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Petite Vie is a delightful dining gem offering "amazing food and attentive service" in a cozy, charming atmosphere reminiscent of a Parisian bistro. Guests rave about the "delicious" French-inspired dishes, including escargot, duck confit, and chocolate soufflé. Despite occasional noise, the "warm and welcoming" vibe makes it a must-visit.
492 Reviews

  1. Laura VIP

    Chicago / Illinois24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always fantastic food, service and atmosphere! Great neighborhood spot

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  2. Erika

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, service and value. Absolutely delicious. Quickly becoming my favorite restaurant in the chicago area.

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  3. Charles VIP

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Close to perfection, actually.

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  4. Virginia VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The meal was delicious and the restaurant is cozy and quaint. Highly recommend!

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  5. Nikki

    Chicago / Illinois14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We thoroughly enjoyed the Kitchen counter! You get to see all the action and interact with the Chef and kitchen staff.

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  6. Amanda

    Chicago / Illinois11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Petite Vie and we’ll be back. We sat at the counter and had dinner and a show watching the kitchen in action. Food was delicious! It was tough to decide on starters but the brandade on special was amazingly creamy and perfectly salty with cod and roe. Entrees were solid and well executed. The highlight was dessert - strawberry tart. The tart was creamy and luxurious while packing an acidic punch with the strawberry-rhubarb sauce on side. Already trying to decide what I will have the next time I visit Petite Vie.

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  7. Amy

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food every time! Great atmosphere as well.

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  8. Jim

    Chicago / Illinois7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Chef Virant and team were on point as always. First time at Petite Vie. Spritz drinks are creative and well executed.

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  9. Mary

    Chicago / Illinois15 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great bartenders. The waiter wasn't great but we had a nice time talking with the bartender.

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  10. Rachel

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very loud tonight! Everything else was excellent, as always.

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Petite Vie is rated 4.9 stars by 492 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
Google Map for Petite Vie

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Western Springs
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Fri–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
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