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Tuesday 4pm - 9pm Wednesday 4pm - 9pm Thursday 4pm - 9pm Friday 4pm - 9:30pm Saturday 11am - 2pm 4pm - 9:30pm Sunday 11am - 2pm 4pm - 8pm

Petite Vie

A French Brasserie by Chef Paul Virant in Western Springs, IL.

Vie, the flagship restaurant of Chef Paul Virant, honors his background of cooking seasonally, sourcing locally, and utilizing traditional methods of preservation to create a unique experience that leaves a lasting dining impression. The ever-changing prix fixe menu of contemporary Midwestern cuisine offers guests the distinctive opportunity to enjoy local flavors and ingredients year-round. Guest

s enjoy friendly, refined service in a graceful, modern atmosphere unlike any other in the area, with a timeless bar, an intimate lounge area, two elegant dining rooms, and a pastoral patio canopied with lights.

06/15/2026

Salade Maison - garlic & herb vinaigrette, radishes, hearts of palm, Parmesan.

Salads set the tone for your entire meal. Our Salade Maison is delicate, bright, and right at home alongside a rich entree.

06/13/2026

Happy Hour on Sunday is just different… enjoy deals on cocktails, pours, and bites Sunday—Friday, 4–5:30pm!

06/11/2026

We’re throwing another party this year for Bastille Day, including some amazing food specials and a build-your-own Spritz Station courtesy of Giffard USA!

Happening on Tuesday, July 14th — save the date and stay tuned for more info!

06/09/2026

Our Wine Director, Grace Bradley, treats the wine lists at Petite Vie and with great care and attention, as if they were part of her personal wine cellar.

We’re looking forward to to see if we will receive this year’s Award of Excellence!

06/04/2026

Father’s Day calls for a brunch special… Our French Patty Melt features a Slagel Farms Beef Patty, PQB Sourdough, gruyère and cheddar, caramelized onions and duck confit. Served with a fried egg with French chili crunch atop Pomme Rösti.

Make a reservation for Father’s Day Weekend! This special will run from Friday, June 19th—Sunday, June 21st during brunch hours (11am-2pm).

05/29/2026

We’re ready for our next wine dinner featuring wine of Coquerel Family Wine Estates. Every aspect of this menu has been thought through, and we’re excited to share it with you!

Reservations for Wednesday, June 3 in our description!

05/22/2026

Two years in the books. Thank you to each and every patron that has supported us over the years.

An extra special thank you to our team for their dedication to their craft. It’s made Petite Vie what it is today. We’re excited for what the next year has in store!

05/16/2026

COQUEREL WINE DINNER:
Wednesday, June 3rd

Our kitchen has created a thoughtful five-course menu to complement the wines of , beginning with a chèvre tart and fluke with kumquat, followed by dishes like grilled duck hearts with pâté, pork and ramp sausage with mussels escabeche, and lamb loin with fig jus.

The evening concludes with a dessert course, all paired with Coquerel’s Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Sirah, and Verdelho!

05/15/2026

Chartreuse Day specials happening tomorrow!

Dôme de Plaisir — $12 solo, $23 with a 1 oz pour of Green Chartreuse Gruyère fondu, sourdough fritter, frisée, asparagus, lemon vinaigrette

Pistou de Ail des Bois — $32 Grilled 6 oz pork skirt steak, ramp pistou, walnut, Chartreuse butter

05/13/2026

Next week on Thursday, May 21st, we’re celebrating our second anniversary with a five course menu featuring some of Chef ’s favorite items.

Reserve here: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1361923&restref=1361923&experienceId=709880&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

MENU:
First
Foie Gras Terrine with
Rhubarb and Brioche

Second
Frog Legs Provençal
with Butter, Garlic, Lemon, and Parsley

Third
Turbot Meunière
with Parsley, Lemon, and White Asparagus

Fourth
Veal Au Poivre
with Lardons, Peas, and Green Asparagus

Dessert
Strawberry, Mango,
White Chocolate Merveilleux

05/11/2026

Petit fours are a classic French confection, traditionally baked in the residual heat of a stone oven. Chef Angelyne rotates the selection often, and they remain one of the most delightful and unexpected finishes on our menu.

05/07/2026

Our second anniversary is coming up on Thursday, May 21st, and we're beyond excited to share this special milestone with our guests.

We're celebrating with a five course prix fixe menu inspired by the craft that our team has dedicated themselves to for the past two years. We are beyond grateful to the community that has supported us, and to our amazing staff for bringing their A game to each service.

Book your spot: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1361923&restref=1361923&experienceId=709880&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

05/06/2026

White Asparagus with hollandaise, candied orange zest, and brown butter toasted hazelnuts.

Try this seasonal delight tonight!

05/02/2026

Vanilla-Rhubarb Tart: vanilla custard, poached rhubarb, white chocolate feuilletine, chantilly cream.

Now serving for dessert!

05/01/2026

May’s Cheers for Charity Special: China-China, fresh lemon, Aval French cider.

Crisp, bittersweet, and refreshing with a bright tart finish.

$1 from each cocktail sold will go to the Southern Smoke Foundation, which provides support to food and beverage industry workers.

04/28/2026

Mom will love these dinner specials! 🌺

Join us for dinner on May 10th!

04/21/2026

Grilled Asparagus laid atop Cervelle de Canut and sprinkled with sunflower seeds. Available now!

Cervelle de Canut is a cheese spread that originated in Lyons, France and is named after the silk workers of the region (the canuts).

04/14/2026

Order the Halibut, dressed with a veronique sauce.

Watch begin with the whole fish.

04/09/2026

Crêpe Sucrée - strawberry compote, lemon praline, mint. Simply delicious, and a perfect start to your weekend.

Brunch Friday through Sunday, 11-2!

04/03/2026

Brunch Friday—Sunday, 11-2!

Crème Brûlée Brioche French Toast - tart cherry compote, pistachio creme anglaise, ginger crumble.

04/02/2026

Order this on your first visit (or any visit) to Petite Vie!

03/30/2026

We’re getting excited for Easter! Our prix fixe menu features Spring specials to ring in the season.

Make a reservation for April 5 at the “reservations” link in our description!

03/26/2026

Spritzes are the unsung heroes on our happy our menu. Only $10 for a Lillet, Bastille, Parisienne, or Astoria spritz.

Happy Hour runs Monday through Friday from 4-5:30pm. Stop in and unwind!

03/25/2026

Don’t forget to make your reservations for Easter Brunch on April 5! We are running some beautiful specials alongside our full brunch menu.

03/23/2026

Plat du Jour: Palourdes avec Fèves et Porc

Clams, pork belly, fava bean conserva. Watch it come together and give it a try tonight!

Address

Western Springs, IL

Opening Hours

Tuesday	4pm - 9pm
Wednesday	4pm - 9pm
Thursday	4pm - 9pm
Friday	4pm - 9:30pm
Saturday	11am - 2pm
	4pm - 9:30pm
Sunday	11am - 2pm
	4pm - 8pm

Website

http://petite-vie.com/

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