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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7 (8165)
$31 to $50
Lebanese
236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 69 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 8,165 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
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili offers an "authentic Lebanese experience" with "fantastic" food, especially the duck shawarma and mixed grill. Guests love the "amazing ambiance" and "attentive service." While some find it "noisy" and portions "small," the "beautiful decor" and "delicious menu" make it a must-visit for Lebanese cuisine enthusiasts in NYC.
8,165 Reviews

  1. Samantha

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious mezzas everything we tried was amazing!

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  2. Karim VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Long time fan of ilili, and the new set menus they have been adding; the Lebanese flight and restaurant week (always a bargain). I also love the expanded dessert menu with suggested wine pairings. You can never go wrong with the mixed grill, which I always come back for

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  3. OpenTable Diner VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual our dinner dishes were delicious, and the atmosphere wonderful, the staff courteous and attentive on a busy evening. One wishes that attention had been paid when putting together the architectural design, on how to absorb the noise level when the restaurant is full. It is hard to speak and be heard at a normal talking level. Pity, many restaurants in the city have that issue, the finishing touches and design are so well done at ILILI, it’s the only thing missing.

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  4. Rodolfo VIP

    Mexico City165 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and great service inside a beautiful and well decored place, amazing staff !!!

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  5. James

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    2.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Decent experience, great ambiance but feels very corporate inside.

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  6. David VIP

    New Jersey5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Overall very good experience. I'm not a Lebanese food connoisseur by any stretch of the imagination. However, overall food quality and service was sound. Ambience was great - nice bar and lively dining area - with nice decor (2 story height ceilings, right amount of sunlight to feel open and airy). Will definitely visit again.

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  7. Caleigh

    Greater Boston8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was my first time having Lebanese food and it was DELICIOUS! I’m familiar with Mediterranean cuisine. I attended with some coworkers as one of them was familiar with the cuisine. She ordered for us, so I’m not certain of the items. From what I remember, each dish was fresh, timely and amazing! The hummus, savory and sweet was refreshing. The grilled meat platter was amazing! I don’t eat beef, but I tried the kabab and don’t regret. The chicken was seasoned perfectly and the bread was always fresh. Hot and ready to eat. The ambiance was lovely and we were immediately seated. If you’re looking for a new spot, go here. A nice meal, go here.

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  8. Lionel

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    A good experience, but negatively affected by the excessive noise and the high price.

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  9. Joseph

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Honestly the food isn’t worth the price. There are small Lebanese places in Brooklyn that are twice as good and half the price . It’s definitely more a tourist spot. There for the ambiance but not for the food.

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  10. Vaibhav

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Staff in the lounge/bar area were very nice. The staff in the restaurant section weren’t up to the task. We weren’t served water for more than 15 minutes until we asked. They also tried to strong arm us into ordering more food than we were looking for The quality of the food itself was amazing, but the service experience left a sour taste in our mouth.

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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 8165 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
9:30 PM
Booked 69 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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