We’re honored to share the cuisine and culture of Lebanon in the heart of New York City. Since 2007, our home in the Flatiron District has introduced the passion and generosity of the Lebanese table to hundreds of thousands of curious diners while comforting native Lebanese guests with a celebration of their homeland and values. Owner and Executive Chef Philippe Massoud expertly crafts a sophisticated blend of modern and traditional Lebanese cuisine drawing influences from the span of the ancient Silk Road trade routes.
Our warm and generous hospitality drives our mission to make every guest and team member feel genuinely welcomed and fundamentally honored.
We are here to share; to pass fresh pita bread and mezze amongst old friends and new; to celebrate life and its delicious bounty. We invite you to experience our old world hospitality, timeless generosity, and tireless dedication to uncovering and sharing the rich traditions of L
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Safety precautions
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Common areas deep cleaned daily
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
- Contactless payment available
- Sealed or wrapped utensils used
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
- Staff temperature check required
- Diner temperature check required
- Contact tracing information collected
- Proof of vaccination required to dine indoors
Popular dishes
Brussels Sprouts
grapes, fig jam, walnuts, mint yogurt
43 reviews
Falafel
fried chickpea & fava bean croquettes
32 reviews
Duck Shawarma
duck magret & chicken, fig jam, green onion, garlic whip
26 reviews
The service was excellent. My friends and I came here for a birthday celebration and the staff surprised us by bringing out a dessert for my friend. They were very attentive throughout the meal. The food was delicious and the ambience was spectacular.
Food once again was amazing. This was our second time going and can’t wait to go back.
Delicious as always.
Great environment. Great food. Would love to come back again!
Our waiter, Noah, was great.
Excelente! Me encanta todo
The food is fantastic here and the atmosphere is hip and fun. Can’t wait to go back!
La comida espectacular la mejor comida arabe.
excellent overall , food spectacular.will go back soon
Friendly staff and absolutely amazing food - best place for Lebanese food in nyc
Outstanding, we cook Arabic food and have for years. My husband is very particular about what he deems good food. Our dinner was one of the best meals we have ever had in NYC. Love love
Maybe the lamb-beef shawarma was a little dry, but everything was tasty.
This restaurant does not accommodate to a large party (8-11 people. They were extremely difficult in making a reservation and gave us two separate tables at 2 ends of the restaurant while many large tables were empty. The managers are beyond arrogant. Food used to be good at some point but was below average. Won’t be going there in the future.
We go to Illili frequently and this time for my husbands birthday. We were expecting to sit inside but the music was so loud we asked to sit outside, which was fun.
When our waiter was with us he was great. I think he had a lot of tables because a couple times there were delays.
My only recommendation is that the music should be turned down a little bit inside.
We will definitely be back
It was our second time at Ilili. It was an all-around good experience. I would go back.
We had a great time! Service and food were great!
As always food was outstanding. This is my 3rd visit and really enjoy the menu and quality of food. Enjoyed the wine list and server was knowledgeable and helpful with selection.
We were seated in a side room which held a large group party. It was extremely loud and my friend and I spent the night shouting at each other - one thing had we been to a club, but not the atmosphere we had expected when booking for dinner to celebrate promotions.
Staff was apologetic and acknowledged that it was exceptionally loud in the space but no effort was made to reseat us. I left full but also with a headache.
The food was fantastic, the cocktails dangerously smooth and impeccable service. Awesome night.
The food was ok, the service was a little pushy but ok and I think what you pay for the food and drinks is too high for what you get.
The food and service has been 100% consistent for all the years I’ve been going there. A true gem in NYC. One on my absolute favorite restaurants!
Fabulous Lebanese food! The service is outstanding.
The service was truly exceptional with handling all requests asked. The menu selections were really delicious. Their flatbread is fresh and one to the lightest I’ve had. Perfect birthday dinner.
Excellent service and food. Sadly the table next and across from us were so loud, we couldn’t hear each other. Highly recommend!
just way to noises to have a decent conversation. and when food comes out when ready is not my favorite thing..
One of the best dining experiences ever. Alex was a tremendous server - he suggested outstanding courses of mezze combinations. The veal bacon mezze on the specialty menu is not to be missed. And the tartare kibbeh equally amazing. Enjoy! Went with a group of 4. Indoor decor is beautiful and the outside dining area is ample too.
Delicious food, great service
The food was great, our waiter was a lot from the jump and that was off putting. The wine selection was nice!
Good for a date but unless you order a huge entree you will leave hungry. Good drinks too and it seemed like upscale dining. Would come here for a date.
Amazing expereince, but a little too loud to carry a conversation.
Would still go back with potential clients
Absolutely delicious food and a great overall experience
WOW WOW WOW
Mert was our server and he is EXCELLENT, the entire staff is TOP NOTCH, the food is DELICIOUS and comes VERY QUICKLY… Most definitely one of the best restaurants in NYC! We will keep coming back. Thank you Ilili!
Perfect everything
Great place for Lebanese food. Our waiter's recommendations were great!
It was a birthday dinner and the celebrant was very pleased with us ur choice of restaurant- excellent!
Noah was awesome 💕
Always a great meal and service. Alex the server has an amazing personality and is always on his game!
What can we say but that it was way overdue going to Ilili and we loved every minute of it. Looking forward to going back.
First time at Ilili and it was awesome!!!! Food was out of this world. Already planning on going back. Can’t wait.
Food, service, and ambience were outstanding! Highly recommend.
FAQs
You can order delivery directly from ilili using the Order Online button. ilili also 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 6554 OpenTable diners.
ilili does offer gift cards which you can purchase here https://onelink.quickgifts.com/merchant/ilili-nyc/.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable. Due to local restrictions, this restaurant may not be accepting reservations at the moment.
