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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7
4.7
8111 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese
236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 68 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.

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
    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
  • 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

Menu

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What 8,111 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
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili offers an exquisite Mediterranean dining experience with its "super flavorful" mezze and impeccably cooked shawarma. Guests praise the "friendly and on-point" service and "beautiful ambiance." While some find portions small and the noise level high, the restaurant consistently delivers "amazing" food, making it a top choice for special occasions.

8,111 Reviews

  1. Abdulla

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food and excellent service I will come again Thank you Mr. Ali

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  2. Jill VIP

    Greater Boston15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Olili remains our favorite restaurant in NYC. Everything is amazing - so flavorful and different.

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  3. Dan

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, excellent service. Way way too loud! Unbearable.

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  4. Jennifer

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food excellent as always. Very accommodating of different dietary needs. Fairly healthy options available too. Always guaranteed to have a nice experience.

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  5. Jennifer

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such an incredible experience! Loved the place, food and ambience!

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  6. Monique

    Philadelphia3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Another wonderful family meal at Ilili - this time for Easter. So much amazing food with the Easter Prix Fixe menu and it just kept coming! All the starter plates were delicious as usual, especially the baba ghanouj and fattoush salad. The main courses were also delicous - lamb shank, beef kebabs, branzino and mixed grill. Everyone also tried the Ilili lemonade, which is a perfect mix of cucumber, lemon and mint. Highly recommend Ilili to anyone who wants the best Lebanese/middle eastern food in Manhattan.

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  7. Hari

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place always. Decor, food, ambience and service

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  8. Ken

    New York City1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 19, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    The waiter service aside from the sommelier (who was excellent) was slow and very disappointing, in spite of our asking to bring out the appetizers as soon as possible.

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  9. Adrian

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy bueno restaurante libanés para volver excelente

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  10. Brianna

    New York City5 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 17, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    I’m honestly disappointed because I truly love ilili. I’ve brought countless friends and family here over the years and always rave about the food and service—it’s usually a 100/10 experience. I came in last night with a friend for dinner. We ordered drinks and apps and let our server know we’d be ordering more afterward. She took our menus and mentioned she’d bring them back when we were ready to continue ordering. Shortly after the food arrived, my friend accidentally dropped her phone and spilled about half of her drink. Nothing broke, and the staff was quick and kind in helping clean it up, which we really appreciated. My friend was clearly embarrassed and kept apologizing. Unfortunately, that was the last time we saw our server. She never came back to check on us, offer more food or drinks, or see how we were doing—and it wasn’t even busy at the time. We eventually had to flag someone down just to get our check. It felt like the energy completely shifted after the spill, which was disappointing. Mistakes happen, and I hoped for a bit more grace and attention, especially from a place I’ve loved and supported for so long. Hoping this was just a one-off experience.

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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 8111 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 68 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
    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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