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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7
4.7
8021 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 83 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (212) 683-2929
  • Website
    http://www.ililirestaurants.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Massoud
  • Catering
    ilili caters events from 5 to 500 guests, with the same spirit of hospitality as we provide every day in our restaurant. For further information, please visit our website www.ililinyc.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Private events at ilili feature classic Lebanese cuisine mixed with modern Mediterranean influences in a warm and inviting atmosphere. There are three private event spaces perfect for any occasion as well as the entire restaurant that can accommodate parties of up to 297 guests.
  • Location
    236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001
  • Neighbourhood
    Gramercy Park
  • Cross Street
    Northwest Corner of 27th & 5th Avenue
  • Parking details
    Parking is available in a lot on 28th Street, between Broadway and 5th Avenue. Street parking is also available near restaurant.
  • Public transit
    N & R Subway Lines 28th Street Stop. 6 Line on Park is near as well 28th Street Stop.
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment is available upon request for private events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NYE 2nd Floor (Second Seating)

    US$185.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate "One Thousand & One Arabian Nights" here at ilili while we ring in the New Year! Provided entertainment and festivities include Belly Dancers, DJ, Party Favors & a Midnight Champagne Toast. The ilili 2nd Floor Tasting Menu, $185 per person, is a coursed experience including classic Lebanese cuisine paired with elevated offerings. **This option reserves our second seating on the second floor**
    NYE 2nd Floor (Second Seating) photo

  • NYE Bar/Lounge Entry Tix

    US$65.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    9:00 p.m.
    Ticket includes entry past 9:00PM on NYE with 2 complimentary house cocktails and themed entertainment!
    NYE Bar/Lounge Entry Tix photo

  • ilili Reserved Lounge

    US$80.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Reserved Lounge Space For Parties of 4-8.
    ilili Reserved Lounge photo

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 8,021 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili delights with "outstanding" Lebanese cuisine and a warm, vibrant atmosphere. Known for its "amazing" service and "superb" menu, it's a beloved dining spot in NYC. The hummus and lamb dishes are fan favorites, though some find the noise level challenging. Perfect for groups craving authentic flavors.

8,021 Reviews

  1. Patricia

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    I have eaten here 5x now. Excellent food and service. The only downside is they always make you wait 15-20+ minutes even with a reservation.

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  2. Frank

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and ambience were on point. Not sure our server liked us. we all felt a bit scared of her, lol, she wasn't warm and friendly and certainly could have helped lead us through a more interesting dining experience by suggesting things and guiding us. we love interaction. its obvious we aren't familiar with many of the dishes offered and she could have led us through a better experience with a bit of communication.

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  3. Bindu

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was delicious. Service was attentive and friendly. Definitely coming again.

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  4. Jair

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Dinner at Ilili was amazing with all the delicate flavours and everything cooked to perfection. The service was also great: me and my 14-year old daughter were handled with patience, warmth and a good sense of humour. The only problem was there was more food on our tiny table then we could possibly eat and that everything was served almost at the same time. Our table was still filled with all kinds of delicious mezze when our main courses arrived. Once we got to the branzino and the lamb shank, the food had turned cold and we couldn’t eat much more. We were happy that we could take some of it back home in a container, but it would have been better if the waiters would have waited until we had time to digest the starters before bringing out the main courses. Also: not only the food, but also the price was quite stunning. A man sitting next to us with his wife, received the bill, turned white and gasped before saying “damn…”. So we were prepared. Conclusion: great food, not so great timing and only for people who can afford to lose more then a penny…

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  5. Keith

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a pre fixe meal as it was Christmas Eve but I think that worked to our advantage. The Mezze was outstanding. I highly recommend sharing dishes. All of them were very good.

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  6. Amer

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful food, great service. I recommend to everyone.

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  7. Ryan

    VIP

    New York City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 20, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was delicious and they have a fantastic selection of wine! I loved the “dinner for 2” menu that was plenty for my boyfriend and I. He’s Lebanese and approved of the food so I think that says all you need to know (haha). Beautifully designed space and great staff- the manager personally came to our table. Would definitely go back!

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  8. Ethan

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, excellent service. Been here three times and it doesn’t miss.

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  9. Christine

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good food and attentive servers for an overall very good experience. I will be back on my next trip to NYC.

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  10. Caleb

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I've always had a good experience at Ilili, and have been there several times in the past, but only for dinner (This time I went for brunch). Our server took a lot of time explaining the items on the menu. The quality of the cocktails and mezzas we ordered were really good, with food at a good warm temperature and seasoned well. I did like the variety of dinner menu offering more than the weekend brunch menu, and the brunch menu had more items that were more typical brunch items (e.g. Salmon burger, avocado toast). Nevertheless, the brunch food was still decent.

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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 4.7 stars by 8021 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 83 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for ilili

236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Northwest Corner of 27th & 5th Avenue
  • Neighbourhood
    Gramercy Park
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • 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.
  • Public transit
    N & R Subway Lines 28th Street Stop. 6 Line on Park is near as well 28th Street Stop.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Philippe Massoud
  • Entertainment
    Entertainment is available upon request for private events.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.ililirestaurants.com/
  • Phone number
    (212) 683-2929
  • Catering
    ilili caters events from 5 to 500 guests, with the same spirit of hospitality as we provide every day in our restaurant. For further information, please visit our website www.ililinyc.com/catering/
  • Private party facilities
    Private events at ilili feature classic Lebanese cuisine mixed with modern Mediterranean influences in a warm and inviting atmosphere. There are three private event spaces perfect for any occasion as well as the entire restaurant that can accommodate parties of up to 297 guests.
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