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ilili

4.7
4.7
7054 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese
Welcome to ilili!

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 Lebanon.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 113 times today

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Private Events Manager: (877) 708-9210

  • Neighborhood

    Gramercy / Flatiron

  • Cross street

    Between 27th & 28th

  • 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

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What 7,054 people are saying

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

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

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  1. Priyanka

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service! They really took care of our vegetarian requirements- Chris really made our evening so special!
  2. MicaelaT

    Caribbean

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience4
    The service was terrible. The food was good as always.
  3. NikkiH

    New York Area

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall2food4service1ambience3
    Extremely slow service. Got order order wrong multiple times. Forgot to enter in our dessert.
  4. PatriciaA

    Ottawa

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall4food5service2ambience2
    We go to ilili every time we are in new york. We love this restaurant and always had the best service. however, yesterday we were very disappointed of the service. food was excellent as always, but the service wasnt as amazing as usual.
  5. DianneJ

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    WE had a fabulous birthday brunch, food, ambiance and staff were wonderful , flexible and attentive! I would come back and recommend.
  6. DSF6

    New York Area

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    Brunch was ok. Not as good as the dinners we've had there
  7. FernandoS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my second time visiting this place, I love it. I’ll be back again for sure. The staff was amazing, the food was top tier and just overall and amazing experience.
  8. Peterh

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A superb welcome and escort to our table. Server Regina was excellent as she knew exactly what to recommend especially the choice of wine to pair with our meal. Food was scrumptious and satisfying. Servers were very attentive especially with clearing tables after the course. A really good vibe and would definitely recommend and return.
  9. Lisi

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The location in D.C is superior only because their duck shwarmma was a broken down version that you built and the meat was juicy and succulent as opposed to the NY location where the duck meat was a little dry and it was served as wraps. Still lovely , everything else up to par. Great cocktails but I'm inclined to love the D.C location more
  10. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Loved the food. Has a great vibe and mood. Would recommend for date or larger groups.
  11. jasonr60

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent. All around!!!!!!!!!!
  12. ErinB

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was a perfect place for a special celebration!
  13. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Came here for a birthday dinner with my friends. They were able to squeeze 1 more person in who decided to come last minute and we also got a big round table (fits all 9 of us) so everyone was able to talk to each other. The dishes we ordered were delicious but a little pricey. Other restaurants I’ve been to also normally give free desserts for birthday person but here they charged us $15 for a piece of chocolate cake. The drinks are also pricier and I expected them to be phenomenal but they were just ok. Service was good and our waiter gave us recommendations and packed our food properly, although we had to wait for quite a long time for the dessert. I’d recommend to come here with a large group so you can try on variety of dishes. We got 4 of the shared signature entrees, 3 sides, 2 dips + bread, and desserts, and we were all really full. It came out to be around $80/person.
  14. DavidI

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience2
    Restaurant is very noisy, service is polite but not personal. Ambience lacks warmth and privacy. Food is good but just rapid delivery detracts from a relaxed dining experience
  15. LaraR

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service- the brussel sprouts were amazing!
  16. mayss

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall4food5service3ambience4
    The food is excellent. The atmosphere nice. But I did book a month in advance specifying I’d like a table downstairs. They could only seat us upstairs which I refused. We ended up eating in the lounge. It was upsetting not to be seated where we booked. Shows no effort toward good service.
  17. NCNC

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was excellent, service was also very good. The menu was also very good.
  18. MaxT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good drinks and delicious meat platter. Quick service too.
  19. BarbaraC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It’s a great restaurant! Staff are kindle and the food is excelente! I recommend the veggie options, there are incredible tasty.
  20. OpenTable Diner

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious Lebanese food with plenty of options for all palates. We had a vegan friend, a gluten free friend and a pregnant friend with us and we all left saying how wonderful the meal was. The best Lebanese I’ve had in the US. Unique and tasty mocktails, beautiful ambiance, lovely wine list. I can’t say enough!
  21. Upstate1Manhattanite

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spectacular food, lovely décor and a server who was knowledgeable about the food and drink and not afraid to share his preferences. We are planning to go back within the next couple of weeks it was that good.
  22. LizR

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food. Excellent, friendly and helpful waiter. Beautiful space to dine in.
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    The food is so scrumptious but you def need to be adventurous/have the right palate for middle eastern foods. Service is excellent and drinks are great. Just wish they didn’t make u wait so long in the lounge area
  24. Blooming2

    New York Area

    203 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    203 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food and fantastic service. Best hummus in NYC.
  25. Ghilary

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    Food is delicious and meant to share - but everything came all at once. When I go back - either I will ask waiter to space out the dishes or just order starters and order main dish when that arrives.
  26. KatherineA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Try the mixed grill. It is simply outstanding with no BS. Try the fried beef kibbeh.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    fantastic food. 10/10 We had Alex as our server who did a great job running with the evening with choices.
  28. Kmaark

    New York Area

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food great atmosphere, would come here again
  29. AlexandreM

    Portugal

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    Everything was perfect. The service 1st classe as usual The food amazing. One of my favourite restaurants in Manhattan. Always come back. Thank for another memorable night
  30. AzaleaA

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience5
    Vegetable dishes were not as good as usual - very sparse. For example, cauliflower dish only presented with 3 stalks of cauliflower and brussel sprout dish had few brussel sprouts. The waiter did not refill the pita, nor was he particularly attentive in general.
  31. Laura

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and service is outstanding at Ilili. I had the kibbeh Nayyeh and duck schwarma. Every time I come to NYC, I always dine at Ilili. It’s that good.
  32. Hornet777

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 13, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and very helpful staff, loved the Lebanese wine!
  33. Reisefrau

    New York Area

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The food and drinks were spectacular! We ordered 4 mezza and a salad, and everything was delicious, especially the fried kibbeh and the tabouleh. Service was outstanding. A great experience overall.
  34. KarenN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Sunday brunch was ideal - we needed a place to take out of town friends and this was perfect - relaxed atmosphere, noise level just right for conversation, the small plates were excellent, fresh, and a perfect way to share a meal.
  35. JohnM

    New York Area

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We have a great time. Sat outside in the hut and had so much fun celebrating a birthday with good food and great company.
  36. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food, knowledgeable friendly staff — the perfect meal
  37. ClaireF

    New England

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Five stars ⭐️ Absolutely delicious!! We will be back!!
  38. SusanB

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    We have loved Ilili for years but the food this time was really subpar. The Brussels sprouts, which were recommended to us by the waiter, were bland and undercooked, the shrimp seemed to have no seasoning on it at all, and the feta spread was cold and uninteresting. The wait staff were attentive but we were rushed through the meal. All in all, really sorry to say we won’t go back again. Too many other excellent alternatives in NYC.
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    1 review

    vip
    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience5
    We were there for a bridal brunch. The ambiance and accommodations we amazing. Service was incredible. The mezze was delicious, but everyone seemed to have an issue with their main brunch entree. Everyone that received shakshuka including myself was displeased. It was nearly inedible… it had a VERY metallic taste coming from the cast iron that overpowered the dish. I didn’t want to send it back because it was again my friend’s brunch and I didn’t want to come across as rude/needy. I won’t be going back for brunch but willing to for drinks and apps.
  40. FoodieFan

    Washington DC

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I adore ilili — always great food and great atmosphere w a group.

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff is vaccinated

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 7054 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 PM


Booked 113 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Other options

  • Order online
  • Logo image for Postmates
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Google Map for ilili

236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Between 27th & 28th

  • Neighborhood

    Gramercy / Flatiron

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Private party contact

    Private Events Manager: (877) 708-9210

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