Le Petit Paris

260 E Chestnut St, Chicago - 60611
376 reviews
French
(312) 787-8260

This is a wonderful local spot. The food was good, solid, straightforward French fare. The service was cheerful and attentive. We really enjoyed the experience.

I love this restaurant! It feels like Paris in Chicago. Totally authentic! The owner is sweet, kind, and funny. He does 99% of all the serving for the whole restaurant. The food is beyond fantastic. I love the escargot and chocolate mousse but really you can’t go wrong with whatever you order. And… the wine is delicious and reasonably priced. We have been there twice and will definitely go back!

The restaurant was really nice. The service was great, and the food was even better. The escargot is one of the best things I've ever eaten. We'll be back!

A neighborhood gem. Owner, chef, maí®tre d, bartender, waiter and bus boy are all one in the same and with greater efficiency that if it were six different people. Friendly, cozy atmosphere. Like a bistro in Paris. Intimate dining experience. The Bouef Bourguignon was outstanding and the fish moist and delicate. Try the Pate Maison and onion soup. And where in downtown Chicago can you get a glass of wine for $8.00?

We had a wonderful meal! I had delicious escargot, and my wife had a delightful french onion soup. For the main course, I had Coq au vin which was so tender and flavorful, and my wife had pomme frites and steak that was also very good. We had creme brulee for dessert, but we should have had the chocolate mousse. The mousse looked better at a table near us. The owner took care of us personally.

I love this restaurant! It feels like Paris in Chicago. Totally authentic! The owner is sweet, kind, and funny. He does 99% of all the serving for the whole restaurant. The food is beyond fantastic. I love the escargot and chocolate mousse but really you can’t go wrong with whatever you order. And… the wine is delicious and reasonably priced. We have been there twice and will definitely go back!

We just love this place. Excellent food and service.

A few things you should know: 1) Food was very good, 2) It’s a very small but quaint place located inside of a condo building lobby (no outside sign), and 3) The service was bizarre. I think the one gentleman was the waiter, host, busboy, and chef. He was also a bit odd. Never said “goodbye, thank you” and just presented the check and said “sign here” with no opportunity to tip, which I would have. Very strange. Overall experience - will never go back.

We came here for our anniversary. It was quaint, quiet, and quite the French dining experience. We enjoyed every moment! Our server was friendly and well versed in the menu. Expect an authentic French experience when you come - it’s like being transported across the Atlantic! Every bite of the food was better than the last and we only wanted more. C’est magnifique!

Wonderful atmosphere. Great wine choices by the glass. Alan is awesome...