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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.6
4.6
8075 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 111 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • Lively
Welcome to ilili, a culinary expression of Lebanon in all her forms - sultry, ancient, tantalizing, and bountiful - located in the heart of the Flatiron District in NYC. Come break fresh pita with us, clink your arak glass, and savor both traditional Mediterranean plates and their creative, contemporary descendants. Our extensive selection of mezze, which are small plates that are perfect for sharing, is innovative and fresh. We are committed to providing an exceptional dining experience and a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Book our catering services so you can enjoy the flavors of Lebanon at your next event, whether it's a corporate gathering or a wedding. With ilili, you can unwind, celebrate, share, and revel in both the familiar and the novel.

Additional information

  • Location
    236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001
  • Phone number
    (212) 683-2929
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in a lot on 28th Street, between Broadway and 5th Avenue. Street parking is also available near restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Massoud
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct

Experiences

  • ilili Reserved Lounge

    US$80.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    **This booking does not reserve a table in the Main Dining Room** Reserved Lounge Space For Parties of 4-8. Casual dining adjacent to the Main Bar.
    ilili Reserved Lounge photo

Menu

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What 8,075 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili delights with "spectacular Lebanese food," "excellent service," and a "beautiful ambiance." Enjoy dishes like baba ganoush and hummus, while the "cocktails are good and the food is consistent and delish." Perfect for celebrations, this restaurant offers a "fun atmosphere" with a "taste of real Lebanese food."

8,075 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    No complaints. Lebanese wine is what do by the glass and it costs the same as a French or Napa Cab

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  2. roger

    VIP

    Seattle

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food in a great ambiance - great service too

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  3. Justino

    Mexico City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service food and drinks! The beef tartar is amazing

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  4. Andy

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food, expensive but worth it would go again when next in NYC.

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  5. Catherine

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Illini is consistently great and this time was no exception. I have been there many times and never been disappointed.

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  6. Dhara

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with my colleague at 5:30 pm and the restaurant had just opened so it was perfect time. It was calm and had a great vibe overall. The pita breads were out of the world

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  7. Marcelo

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente, we had a great time ! The door for main salon should be closed It was frozen yesterday night, and some clients insist to leave , causing a discomfort for seated guests .

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  8. Deborah

    Miami

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, service, and ambiance are always on point. Definitely on my favorite list for NY

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  9. Mike

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    85 reviews

    5.0

    85 reviews

    Dined on February 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very very very good and delicious place The place is amazing, comfy and food is absolutely delicious!! Hummus is in another level! Falafel too Thanks ilili I’ll keep flying to come to you!

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  10. John

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff from front of the house to back of the house. The food was consistent, every course was delicious. The baba ganoush was the best I've ever had. The service was attentive but not overbearing. I'll be back!

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FAQs

ilili offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. ilili also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 683-2929.

ilili is rated 4.6 stars by 8075 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 111 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for ilili

236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Additional information

  • Phone number
    (212) 683-2929
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–3:30 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Wed 5:30 pm–10:00 pm Thu, Fri 5:30 pm–10:30 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:30 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in a lot on 28th Street, between Broadway and 5th Avenue. Street parking is also available near restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Massoud
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
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