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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7 (8155)
$31 to $50
Lebanese
236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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.

Dining areas

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
    With over 17 years of excellence in Lebanese cuisine, ilili is the perfect setting for any occasion—from birthdays to business dinner, and holiday parties. With stunning private dining rooms and bold, shareable flavors, ilili turns every gathering into an unforgettable experience!
  • Private party contact
    Jessie Jodet: (212) 683-2929 ext. 240
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001
  • Neighborhood
    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

    $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

  • ilili Reserved Lounge

    $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 3-5. Casual dining adjacent to the Main Bar.
    ilili Reserved Lounge Photo

  • ilili Reserved Lounge

    $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 4-6. Casual dining adjacent to the Main Bar.
    ilili Reserved Lounge Photo

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What 8,155 people are saying

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

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili offers "fantastic" Lebanese cuisine in a chic, elegant setting. Guests rave about the "amazing food," standout dishes like the "duck shawarma," and "impeccable service." While some find the portions small and the noise level high, the "vibes are 10/10" and the dining experience often feels like "going home."
8,155 Reviews

  1. Rishi VIP

    New York City1 review

    1.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Really didn’t appreciate our waiters attitude and thought she was rude

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  2. Oussama

    London8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As a Lebanese I am proud that we have such a high standard Lebanese place in Manhattan. The food was well prepared and delicious, it felt like home. It felt a bit noisy for a dinner time meal, but I guess that this is the case in most restaurants in America. The people here are loud. Good value for money. Highly recommended.

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  3. Amy VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Service was a little slow but everything else was great!

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  4. Maha

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I always love this restaurant.. good and service is outstanding

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  5. Ikram VIP

    New Jersey7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good service all the waiters are serving you with a big smile well trained well managed 10/10 The food was clean and tasty. We tried a couple things from the brunch menu. Everything was good tasty and fresh. The place is so good clean the restroom too . We tried three drinks there I highly recommend

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  6. SUZANNE VIP

    New York City30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I spent some time in Beirut as a child and have always loved Lebanese food! Ililli is the best, worth coming in from NJ!

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  7. Susan VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great arak. I recommend ordering the "Lebanese Journey" - good value and a bit of everything.

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  8. Isabelle

    Chicago / Illinois1 review

    4.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We had to wait 50 minutes for our table (yes, I made a reservation made through OpenTable). We were given sparkling wine while waiting - fine, but not everyone in the group drank alcohol. Then, they sent complimentary dessert that we ironically had to wait about 15 minutes for after we were ready to close out the bill and leave. I love love love ilili and the food is amazing but this was an unfortunate experience.

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  9. AJ VIP

    Orange County8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    A bit overhyped - host was a challenge and the waitress rarely came around but food was very good ambiance nice however very loud restaurant

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  10. Anjana

    Atlanta2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    I came here for my birthday dinner and the vibes are 10/10. The ambience, decor and interior are so pretty and classy. The food was also excellent. We ordered the prawns, octopus, lamb chops, Brussels sprouts, and the basque cheesecake. We also had lovely cocktails. I’m bumping a star from my review because the service could have been better at this price point.

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FAQs

ilili offers delivery in partnership with 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 8155 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 81 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for ilili

236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Northwest Corner of 27th & 5th Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    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
    With over 17 years of excellence in Lebanese cuisine, ilili is the perfect setting for any occasion—from birthdays to business dinner, and holiday parties. With stunning private dining rooms and bold, shareable flavors, ilili turns every gathering into an unforgettable experience!
  • Private party contact
    Jessie Jodet: (212) 683-2929 ext. 240
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