Petite Edith Brings Seafood-Forward French Bistro Experience to Near North's River North

By Socialhood News · Il/Chicago/Near North · December 7, 2025

Near North residents have an exciting new dining destination as Petite Edith opens its doors in River North, bringing a fresh seafood-forward French bistro experience to the neighborhood. The latest venture from the acclaimed team behind Michelin-starred Esmé, this 80-seat restaurant represents the thoughtful evolution of chef Jenner Tomaska and his wife and business partner Katrina Bravo as they expand beyond fine dining.

Designed by HED, the welcoming space features a wraparound bar and garage doors that open in warmer months, creating an airy, approachable atmosphere perfect for neighborhood dining. The menu blends French techniques with Midwestern sensibility, offering shareable plates like hollowed baguettes filled with warm cheese, razor clams casino-style, mussel skewers with fennel and Meyer lemon, and raw sea bream. The beverage program from Stevan Miller showcases island wines and well-constructed cocktails, making it an easy spot for residents to return to again and again.

Near North food enthusiasts eager to experience this neighborhood gem should make reservations soon, as the restaurant is already generating significant buzz among Chicago's dining community. Petite Edith joins several other notable establishments enhancing the area's reputation as a premier dining district, further cementing River North's status as one of the city's most vibrant culinary destinations.

Sources:
1. https://www.modernluxury.com/new-best-restaurants-in-chicago/
2. https://www.theinfatuation.com/chicago/guides/new-chicago-restaurant-openings