Petite Vie

Name: Petite Vie
Address: 909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL, United States, 60558
Telephone: (708) 260-7017
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

337 Reviews

$30 and under

French

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
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 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
Neighbourhood
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

Tour de France Wine Dinner
US$200.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 12, 2025 only
Enjoy a reception and five seated courses curated to pair with wines from the major regions of France! You will enjoy wines from the Loire Valley, Bordeaux, Burgundy, Alsace, and Langeudoc-Rousillon. We will have sparkling wine and passed appetizers for the seated reception followed by a five course tasting menu. Each dish has been created to pair beautifully with the wine selection. The dishes have taken influence from the different regions of France highlighted by the wines! Must be 21+ to attend, IDs will be checked as needed. Reception will begin at 6 pm and dinner will be served promptly at 6:30 pm.
Beaujolais, Gamay Somm Series
US$120.00 per person
Prepaid
Feb 25, 2025 only
6:00 p.m.
Join us for an intimate 8 guest tasting experience! We will be tasting and comparing Gamay from different regions of Beaujolais in Southern Burgundy. Seating and snacks will be family style. Each ticket will include a glass of each of the four wines as well as snacks put together by our culinary team. There will be special retail pricing for each wine we taste that will only be available after this tasting. Grace, our Wine Director, will run the entire tasting and be fully available for any questions. Grab a ticket now for this exclusive tasting event!

What 337 people are saying

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
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Chicago / Illinois
French
West Suburbs
Best Overall
West Suburbs
Best Food
West Suburbs
Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Petite Vie is a charming French bistro known for its "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the impressive selection of "European-sized portions," making it a "perfect date spot" with a "wonderful ambiance." Highlights include the "beef bourguignon," "gnocchi appetizer," and delectable desserts. Highly recommended for a special dining experience!

337 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
VIP
Greater Boston
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great prix fixe menu for Valentine’s Day - excellent wine pairing!
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PL
VIP
Chicago
40 reviews
5.0
40 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fantastic meal , service , food and ambience another special date
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TeeH
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat at the bar facing the kitchen. It was a lot of fun!
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Jeffrey
Chicago
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, ambience, and service. Loved vie and petite too
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DAVID
Chicago
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Bistro we’ve been waiting and hoping for. Great food ambience and service. We’ve been 2x and can’t wait to go back.
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James
New Orleans
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Outstanding food and service. Cost was very high. For example, ice tea was $8.00 for about a 6 oz. glass and $2.00 for a refill. No upcharge though for the egg on the salad. If it is a special occasion and you don't mind the cost, you will love the food.
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Valerie
VIP
Chicago
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time for us. We sat at the bar. So much fun. Patrick was very attentive, great at explaining the menu. Everything was delicious. We look forward to coming back.
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Lynn
New York City
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Drinks, food, ambiance, the bartenders and servers makes this place an awesome experience every time we go.
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MarkR
VIP
Chicago
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Our food was uniformly delicious, from soup and salad through entrees and desserts. Very enjoyable meal.
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Michele
VIP
Chicago
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic evening at Petite Vie! Best escargot, duck and chocolate soufflé! Bonus to sit across from the Chef!
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FAQs

Petite Vie is rated 4.9 stars by 337 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 32 times today

Experiences are available.

909 Burlington Ave, Western Springs, IL 60558

Additional information

Cross Street
Burlington Ave. & Lawn Ave.
Neighbourhood
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

Website
https://www.petite-vie.com/
Phone number
(708) 260-7017

Petite Vie

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Additional information

Experiences

Tour de France Wine Dinner

Beaujolais, Gamay Somm Series

Menu

What 337 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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