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ilili, New York, NY

ilili

4.7
4.7
8004 Reviews
$31 to $50
Lebanese
A photo of ilili restaurant

ilili

4.7
$31 to $50
Lebanese
Gramercy Park

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
  • 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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Lebanese, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00–15:30 Sun 11:00–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:30–22:00 Thu, Fri 17:30–22:30 Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • 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.
  • Location
    236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • NYE 1st Floor (Second Seating)

    US$215.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate "One Thousand & One Arabian Nights" here at ilili while we ring in the New Year! Provided entertainment and festivities include Belly Dancers, DJ, Party Favors & a Midnight Champagne Toast. The ilili 1st Floor Tasting Menu, $215 per person, is a coursed experience including classic Lebanese cuisine paired with elevated offerings. **This option reserves our second seating on the first floor**
    NYE 1st Floor (Second Seating) photo

  • NYE 2nd Floor (Second Seating)

    US$185.00 per person

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Celebrate "One Thousand & One Arabian Nights" here at ilili while we ring in the New Year! Provided entertainment and festivities include Belly Dancers, DJ, Party Favors & a Midnight Champagne Toast. The ilili 2nd Floor Tasting Menu, $185 per person, is a coursed experience including classic Lebanese cuisine paired with elevated offerings. **This option reserves our second seating on the second floor**
    NYE 2nd Floor (Second Seating) photo

Menu

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What 8,004 people are saying

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
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ilili delights with "outstanding" Lebanese cuisine and a warm, vibrant atmosphere. Known for its "amazing" service and "superb" menu, it's a beloved dining spot in NYC. The hummus and lamb dishes are fan favorites, though some find the noise level challenging. Perfect for groups craving authentic flavors.

8,004 Reviews

  1. Ramiro

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    The food at Illili is consistently good. The service is very friendly and attentive. The noise level is unbearable. we have gone for both lunch and dinner and find that lunch provides a much better ambiance. We were seated in the enclosed room and there were two very loud tables which made it very difficult to hear anything. The waitress was aware of the situation and mentioned that it is much better to sit at the bar.

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  2. Edward

    New York City

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great and my fav Lebanese in town, slightly expensive but quality is great

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  3. Suzanne

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding. We were lucky enough to have someone who was there before so she helped to order for our group. The sommelier helped us to pick a nice wine as the list was very extensive. They have round tables for larger parties so you can interact with everyone at the table. The only complaint was that it was pretty noisy so not so a bit harder to chat to someone sitting across the table.

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  4. victoria

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The waitresses were incredibly nice and helpful ! However the host upfront was not polite and literally ignored me upon arrival for a few minutes . Which was really unpleasant , especially since the host is The “face” / first impression ! Hope they find someone who is more friendly

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  5. Marcelo

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    The Food is great. The ambience needs a refresh… artificial dusty flowers are done. Noise level is too high.

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  6. Lourdes

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing and its a must repeat. Had appetizers and a main dish and all perfect

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  7. Catherine

    St. Louis

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Elevated and Creative take on Lebanese cuisine. Consistently excellent food and service

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  8. Lauren

    Atlanta Metro

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Really good food, but a bad experience with service

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  9. Don

    Washington DC

    36 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on 2 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We made a 9:30 dinner reservation. Upon arriving on time for it, the host told us that the kitchen would be closing in 15 minutes. This created an immediate unwelcome feeling that rushed us into ordering. The food was excellent and our server was very gracious and efficient, but I didn’t really enjoy the atmosphere and experience as much as I should have given the rushed feeling the host created on arrival. If you’re going to accept 9:30 dinner reservations, you shouldn’t rush guests that make a reservation for that time and make them feel as though they’re an imposition on your kitchen staff.

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  10. Vitor

    New York City

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food at ilili is good, but it is not outstanding. I have a feeling you can have a less expansive and better food at other Lebanese restaurants. What ilili has that others don’t is the vibe and the service quality. Then what you need to evaluate is how relevant that is to you

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FAQs

ilili offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. ilili also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (212) 683-2929.

ilili is rated 4.7 stars by 8004 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of ilili restaurant

ilili

4.7
$31 to $50
Lebanese
Gramercy Park

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 84 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for ilili

236 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10001

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Northwest Corner of 27th & 5th Avenue
  • Area
    Gramercy Park
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 12:00–15:30 Sun 11:00–15:30 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Wed 17:30–22:00 Thu, Fri 17:30–22:30 Sat 17:00–22:30 Sun 17:00–22:00
  • 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, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • 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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