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ilili, New York, NY
ilili, New York, NY
ilili, New York, NY
ilili, New York, NY
ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7
4.7
8095 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 100 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Good for groups
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.

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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.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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

  • 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 8,095 people are saying

ilili reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili in Manhattan offers "the most authentic Lebanese food outside of Beirut," with standout dishes like kibbeh, baba ganoush, and lamb shanks. The service is "outstanding" and the ambiance is "beautiful." While some find it noisy, the "delicious food" and "impeccable quality" make it a must-visit destination.
8,095 Reviews

  1. Lydia VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food is always good. The room was too loud to hear ourselves though.

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  2. Mehrad

    New York State1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exquisite, authentic Lebanese cuisine. A unique experience in NYC

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  3. Amira

    Chicago1 review

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The restaurant was very accommodating with me pre-ordering food via reservation due to my time constraints in the city. However, the warak enab cocotte was one of the saltiest dishes I’ve ever been served. I am familiar with this dish and am extremely aware that most places rinse their grape leaves before wrapping the rice because oftentimes, grape leaves are packaged in brine. I genuinely think they did not rinse the leaves nor did they check for seasoning because there’s no way they would’ve served that dish if they had. The lamb was also incredibly salty. The yogurt sauce was a welcome addition as it made a half-hearted attempt to cut the saltiness of the dish. I did not finish my meal. I was so excited to see warak enab on a menu because most places that serve stuffed grape leaves serve them cold while I grew up eating it warm. This meal was disappointing. The waitstaff, however was excellent and very attentive. All in all, I cannot in good faith recommend this restaurant.

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  4. Dina VIP

    New York City29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ilili was a fantastic discovery! I usually don’t go to Lebanese restaurants since I cook Lebanese food at home, but I wanted to introduce my friends to the cuisine, and it was a great success. We loved every dish we ordered, the service was excellent, and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. I’ll definitely be back!

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  5. MINDY

    New York City16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing! Such fresh, delicious dishes & impeccable service.

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  6. Olivia

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was incredible! Highly recommend, new favorite spot in the city!

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  7. Raphael

    New York City1 review

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Dans une atmosphère très bruyante qui rend inaudible la demande de conseils pour la commande, et un incident non expliqué qui a différé d’une heure notre service, si les entrées étaient bonnes bien que pas tout à fait ce à quoi nous nous attendions, les plats sont arrivés tièdes voir froids et surtout beaucoup trop conséquents… un pour deux aurait suffit ce que n’a pu nous expliquer le personnel. Malgré un dessert offert pour s’excuser, je ne pense pas remettre les pieds dans cet établissement : mais sans rancune, les aléas …

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  8. EKass5

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The most authentic Lebanese food I’ve eaten outside of my mom’s kitchen! Everything was fresh, delicious and balanced. Kibbeh, mananek, shankleesh, fatoush and hummus were the perfect appetizers, while the lamb shank for two was so tender with a delicious jous and fresh yogurt sauce to cut through the richness. My favorite place to eat at when visiting Manhattan.

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  9. Lauri

    New York City2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The server barely paid any attention to us. I had to get his attention 5-6 times to get us more drinks, clean the table, serve new dishes etc.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Iftar 5 course meal was delicious and a great value.

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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 8095 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Booked 100 times today
Experiences are available.
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
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • 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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