A Neighborhood Bistrō
At Petite León, we believe in the power of community and the special role a neighborhood gathering spot can play in connecting people. Our goal is to redefine the neighborhood corner bar by offering food and drinks that are better than expected—delicious, crafted with care, and made to bring people together. We are committed to using the best ingredients and serving them with the highest level of hospitality.
What sets us apart is the heart we put into everything we do, from the ingredients we source to the way we treat our team, and the way our team treats our guests. We believe that great food and drinks should be enjoyed by everyone, no matter the occasion. Whether you're here for a date night, a casual burger and beer, or a family dinner, we aim to offer a welcoming space for all.
At Petite Leon, our team is at the heart of what we do, and we support them through a profit-sharing model, making sure that our staff feels valued and invested in the success of our restaurant and creating an exceptional experience for our guests.
Owned by Ben Siers-Rients and Travis Serbus-White, partners in Little Tijuana and Lynette Restaurant, Petite León is a space that’s as much about the people as it is about the food. We invite you to join us, enjoy a great meal, and be part of the community we’re building.
Travis Serbus
Co-Owner / Beverage Director
Travis Serbus grew up in a small town in west-central Minnesota, where his passion for hospitality was sparked early on. After moving to Minneapolis right out of high school, he began working in restaurants—and never looked back. What started as a job washing dishes and cooking on the line quickly turned into a lifelong career. Travis has worked everywhere from front of house, to cooking in the kitchen and found his rhythm bartending in dive bars and comedy clubs around the Twin Cities. As his love for cocktails and hospitality grew, so did his reputation. He went on to work behind the bar at some of the city's most respected establishments before becoming a founding partner in several standout projects, including Lyn65, Petite León, Little Tijuana, and Lynette. Known for building thoughtful, guest-focused bar programs, Travis’s work has garnered multiple Eater “Best Bar” awards and helped define the Twin Cities cocktail scene. At Petite León, he brings a deep well of experience, an eye for detail, and a genuine love for creating spaces where everyone feels welcome.
Ben Rockwell
Executive Chef
Ben Rockwell is the Executive Chef at Petite Leon. He's been in the hospitality industry for over fifteen years, and has worked various positions in the front and back of house. Some of his passions outside of cooking include golf, music, movies/tv, snowboarding and gardening.
Peder Tune
Bar Manager
Peder Tune is the bar manager and spirits buyer at Petite Leon. He loves to learn about strange and obscure spirits, and enjoys finding creative ways to sneak them into cocktails. When he isn't working, he's reading, cooking, or riding his bike.
Callie Olson
Assistant Manager
Callie Olson is the front of house assistant manager at Petite Leon, with over ten years of experience in the service industry. Her favorite thing in the entire world is enjoying great food in any and all forms, and she feels incredibly lucky to have made a career centered around that passion. When Callie isn't dancing around the restaurant, you'll likely find her at the lake with a book, camping on the North Shore, or eating a hot dog from anywhere that offers them.
Sam Voigt
General Manager
Sam Voigt is the passionate General Manager and head of the wine program at the Little Lion. She's an Aries who's enjoyed 13 wild years of various experience in the service industry. When Sam isn't running service at Petite, you can find her in the gym training for the apocalypse, planning her next adventure, or chillin' with her senior dog, Jules.