Western Springs Restaurant Closing

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL – Vie Restaurant, which started in Western Springs 19 years ago, is closing its doors, the restaurant announced Thursday on Facebook.

Vie said the reason was "irreconcilable differences and dissatisfaction with our landlord." It did not give a specific day it will close, urging customers to make reservations.

"DON'T PANIC," the restaurant said. "We will be re-opening at another location in Western Springs soon, more details to come."

Residents expressed sorrow about the closure.

"This is horrible news. Your incredible team has brought an amazing and much-needed dining experience to the area," one said. "May your absence be brief. Wherever you go, we will support."

On its website, the restaurant, 4471 Lawn Ave., said it is the flagship for chef Paul Virant. It also said it is the first Western Springs restaurant to serve liquor since Prohibition.