Murat Haner

We received a shipment of food all the way from here to Scottsdale, Arizona — and wow, what an incredible experience! The food was absolutely delicious. Everything arrived uncooked but beautifully prepared, complete with clear, easy-to-follow instructions on how to create the feast. This meal was a thoughtful gift from our colleagues while my wife was hospitalized for over two weeks. At first, I’ll admit I was a bit disappointed that nothing was pre-cooked — but I couldn’t have been more wrong. Once I followed the instructions and prepared the dishes, the results were phenomenal. We felt like we were having a true feast in Lebanon! The appetizers were so fresh and flavorful, and every bite brought back beautiful memories of authentic Lebanese cuisine. My wife, our kids, and I absolutely loved it. It turned out to be one of the most heartwarming, delicious meals we’ve ever had — a true gift in every sense.

Faby J

The place was really nice. The architecture was really nice and it felt very cool. The food was incredible and I went with my friend and asked for two different plates and shared and it was more than enough. Although this may vary and will depend on how hungry you are. The he prices were fine and the staff extremely kind!

Kaitlin Kusch

This place is absolutely phenomenal! The hummus, tabbouleh, and kebab kezar were all so flavorful, and the spicy sumac margarita was incredible. The pita bread was warm, soft, and delicious and they even brought out a fresh plate with dinner. Everything was just perfect from start to finish!

Lori Powell

Gorgeous place. Reservation is recommended but not required. Mediterranean food with a twist. First time having duck shawarma here it was delicious, servers are attentive as well.

Tarek Matar

One of the best Lebanese restaurants I’ve had! Beautiful presentation and amazing flavors. I’ve tried many Lebanese spots across the US, but this is the only place with a perfect tabbouleh! Fresh, balanced, and authentic. The grape leaves were delicious too, but strangely both dishes weren’t listed on the menu (thankfully we asked the waiter, who was super friendly and helpful). Great vibes, great food, highly recommend!

+4

Faina Gordover

Came here for Restaurant Week and it’s a perfect choice! $60 dinner with pretty generous portions! The ambiance is gorgeous and mysterious, look at that stunning wall draping from floor to ceiling! Service was good, our server would check in just often enough so we could also thoroughly enjoy the meal and friendly company. The food was so delicious, and the chilled Lebanese wine was very refreshing and really hit the spot on such a humid and musty day. The sommelier who came to our table to describe the flavors/notes was very engaging, helpful, and personable.

Sohail B

We were visiting New York City for the weekend and had heard wonderful things about ILILI. We were blown away by the delicious Mediterranean food they served us. Full of flavor and the quality of the ingredients were exquisite. I recommend getting a reservation if you are planning on going for dinner.

Rick Vattimo

Great looking, lively space with a great bar and plenty of room in the dining rooms, but it gets crowded. Nice wine list, both by the glass at the bar as well as bottles in the dining room with a knowledgeable Somm. Lebanese wines are featured as well as a nice selection of French wines. Large menu and everything our group had was excellent. Tuna tartare and the lamb chops really stood out for me. Nice dessert selection. Happening place right now and it seems for good reason.

+2

VB COACH ALI O

My daughters and I enjoyed dinner at Ilili, thanks to a work colleague who mentioned the restaurant. Amber lighting adorned the dining area, giving it a soft and welcoming atmosphere. We arrived at 5 30 pm, and patrons were a mix of businessmen straight from the office and families. Some were dressed in suits and nice dresses while others wore jeans and t-shirts. The dining room had ample seating with round tables surrounded by chairs. There was sidewalk seating as well. The bar was well stocked and vibrant, and the food was excellent. We ordered the hummus and pita, taboulleh, meatballs, watermelon & tomato salad and cashew rice to share. Everything was superb. The hummus was the best I've ever had. It was incredibly smooth. The pita bread was poofed up and fresh from the oven. The taboulleh was a perfect compliment to the hummus. The meatballs were breaded just right, so they were not too dry. They were served with a tasty yogurt dip. The watermelon and tomato salad had red onion and feta and was tossed in a very light dressing. It is a perfectly refreshing summer salad. My daughter had an cucumber lemonade which was cool and refreshing. My other daughter had a Roy Rogers and I opted for mint tea. All were excellent. For dessert, we indulged in the baklava and coffee and were not disappointed. The bathroom had unisex separate stalls with designer sliding doors and a nice sitting area. We will be back.

+12

Ami Sharadin Khai

Here’s a polished and extended version of your review: Exceptional Dining Experience – Flavorful Food, Beautiful Ambiance, and Top-Notch Service. We recently dined at Ilili and had an incredible experience from start to finish. We went all out and ordered a wide range of dishes to get the full experience and it was well worth it! To start, we ordered Kebab Kerez, Fried Kibbeh, Cheese Rolls, Fattoush, Hummus, and Lamb Sausages. The cheese rolls, hummus, and kibbeh were absolute standouts. The cheese rolls came out hot and golden, filled with a generous amount of gooey, flavorful cheese, while the kibbeh was crispy on the outside and packed with perfectly seasoned beef inside. The hummus was velvety smooth and fresh. The lamb sausages, however, were a bit too sour for our preference. And while we appreciated the creativity behind the Kebab Kerez, the cherry sauce made it overly sweet, which didn’t quite work for us. From the mains, the lamb chops absolutely stole the show. Smoky, tender, perfectly charred, and seasoned with just the right kick ; they were so good we reordered them on the spot and even got extras to take home. The Chicken Taouk was another highlight-juicy, flavorful, and paired with a unique and delicious toum that really stood out. The fattoush salad was fresh and well-dressed, a good refreshing contrast to the richness of the meats. For dessert, we tried the Ilili Candy Bar, Knafeh, Basque Cheesecake, and a selection of ice creams. The Candy Barwas a fun and elevated take on a Snickers- rich toffee, chocolate, and crunch all layered perfectly. The Knafeh was beautifully executed, authentic and indulgent, with just the right texture and sweetness. The lemon sorbet didn’t impress us much, it was a little too sharp ; but the mango sorbet was smooth and refreshing. The Basque Cheesecake was also a great finish: rich yet not too heavy. We also ordered all of their non-alcoholic drinks, and they were all refreshing with vibrant flavors. My personal favorite was the one with grapefruit-tart, slightly sweet, and incredibly refreshing. We ended up ordering multiple refills of most of the drinks. The service throughout the evening was excellent-attentive, friendly, and very accommodating. The decor is upscale and stylish. It's also worth noting that many of the meat options are halal, which makes this spot even more appealing for Muslim diners. Overall, Ilili is a fantastic place for family gatherings or group dinners. We'll definitely be returning and recommending it to others!

+16

Sammy Jallad

5 Stars — An Unforgettable Dinner at ilili! Had an absolutely amazing dinner with my family at ilili in Manhattan! From start to finish, everything was a 10 out of 10 — the food, the service, the atmosphere — truly flawless. A special shoutout to our incredible server Chris, and to Ali, who kindly (and hilariously) saved me from confidently walking straight into the employee back room — I was so sure that door led to the bathroom. Thank you both for making the night even more memorable! We ordered a delicious spread: the kibbeh, hummus, baba ghanouj, fresh warm bread, cheese rakakat, and the mixed grill plate — everything was bursting with flavor. Don’t skip the kibbeh nayyeh or the array of toum options — they’re next level. Highly recommend ilili for anyone looking for a top-tier dining experience with unforgettable Lebanese flavors and warm, attentive service. Will definitely be back!

Lovely ambiance and high-quality crafted dishes. The hummus was authentic and salad was crisp and fresh.

Lovely ambiance and high-quality crafted dishes. The hummus was authentic and salad was crisp and fresh.

Lovely ambiance and high-quality crafted dishes. The hummus was authentic and salad was crisp and fresh.

Fabulous restaurant. I went with a group of 6. We ordered a handful of dishes which we shared. Each was fantastic. My two faves were the octopus (the best I've ever had) and the lamb shawarma. But …

Fabulous restaurant. I went with a group of 6. We ordered a handful of dishes which we shared. Each was fantastic. My two faves were the octopus (the best I've ever had) and the lamb shawarma. But …

Ilili was very busy for a Sunday night, which was a good sign -- the energy and ambiance were lively and inviting. We ordered the mouhamara, fattoush, kabis pickles, lamb shawarma, and chicken taou…

Food was good, very much unlike anything I'd eaten before. Felt a little overpriced, but I suppose that could just be midtown manhattan. They sell very small plates for the first course, each aroun…

Magnificent lebanese cuisine. The venue is extremely well appointed.\n\nOne of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants in Manhattan\nThe staff is very nice even the stressed out greeter. \n\nWeekends…

Authentic Lebanese food reminds me of Lebanon ! very tasty , great wine list , friendly staff A must in NYC

Authentic lebanese food reminds me of Lebanon ! very tasty , great wine list , friendly staff A must in NYC

Amazing service, quality of food is out the world. Enjoyed my time here and food was extremely tasty. It is a very busy restaurant, however. So expect it to be noisy, and that reservations are mos…

Overall 4/5 Food 3.75/5 Ambiance 5/5 Service 5/5 Value 2.5/5 Ilili, Lebanese sharing dishes in a fine dining lens I was really excited to try Ilili since my husband has been raving about it. There were definitely some hits, but also quite a few misses for us and overall, portions were very small. We ordered 10 dishes for 6 people and still left hungry, so I’d describe this as more of a Lebanese fine-dining experience rather than family-style. Here’s what we tried: Rkaykat bil jibneh 4.5/5: The standout appetizer of the night. The cheese pastry roll was flaky, savory, and delicious Moussaka 3/5: My first time having Lebanese moussaka, I didn’t realize it’s served cold, and personally, it just wasn’t to my taste preference Beef fried kibbeh 3/5: A bit dry for my taste and didn’t quite hit the mark Baba ghannou 2.75/5: Not a fan of this hummus, the smoky flavor was too strong for me Mixed grill 4.5/5: The meats were tender and well-cooked, but again, portions were much smaller than expected Hearth-baked loup de mer 4.75/5: Loved this, almost boneless and beautifully cooked with great flavor even without the sauce Phoenician fries 5/5: Some of the best fries I’ve ever had! We loved them so much we ordered a second round Kebab kerez 3.25/5: The sauce was too sweet and overpowering for my liking Tuna tartare 3/5: Pretty underwhelming and not very flavorful. Overall: beautiful restaurant, creative menu, but expect small portions

I recently dined at ilili NoMad and had a really enjoyable experience! Food: The dishes were flavorful and beautifully presented. I especially loved the mezze platter, which had a great variety of tastes and textures. The flavors were authentic and satisfying. Service: The service was attentive and friendly, though a bit slow at times. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu, which helped us make great choices. Atmosphere: The restaurant boasts a stylish and inviting ambiance, perfect for a nice dinner or special occasion. The decor adds to the overall experience. Overall, ilili NoMad is definitely worth checking out for anyone looking for delicious Mediterranean cuisine in a lovely setting. I look forward to returning!

Aditi A

I visited this place for the second time, but it didn’t quite live up to my high expectations. While I still enjoyed the chicken duo, pita, and falafel, the dips - baba ghannouj and mouhamara were a major letdown. Mouhamara was too dry, and the other was bit okay. The fries were also disappointing - soggy and not well-cooked. Despite these minor issues, the overall experience didn’t match the exceptional quality of my first visit.

Amanda Alves

Beautiful location, delicious food! Just the flavors you’d expect from mediterranean food. The mixed grill was cooked perfectly. The only thing that wasn’t perfect was service… unfortunately our server Yasmeen wasn’t really friendly. I’d return but ask for a different server.

Doah Kwon

We went during restaurant week. The vibe was great, and the food overall was nice. We weren’t a huge fan of lamb and I didn’t really enjoy the entrees, but the appetizers were amazing (especially the eggplant). The dessert cheesecake had a strong cheese flavor, which I liked, but the mouhalabiyyeh was just okay

+2

Lauren

Overall, I would come back. We went for a drink and a few plates to share ahead of a show and it was very tasty. The menu had a lot of good options to choose from but I really enjoyed the falafel and meatball dish. The drinks are very good as well. Our service was okay but our server was very annoyed with us I think. He tried to sell more items (not a problem, that’s his job) but when we politely declined he rolled his eyes. Since we were not very hungry, we only ordered a few plates despite being a party of five. Totally get it, for a 5-top we should have had a higher bill but we were also in and out in under 45 minutes. He was rude and made us uncomfortable. The food was delicious though and I would probably come back for a special occasion (as long as we had a different server). It’s super busy on the weekend so be sure to get a reservation.

+1

Ilili has a very nice ambiance with solid Lebanese food, though it comes at elevated prices. We ordered the hummus with pita, the fattoush salad, brussel sprouts, mekanek, and the chicken taouk duo. …

Ilili has a very nice ambiance with solid Lebanese food, though it comes at elevated prices. We ordered the hummus with pita, the fattoush salad, brussel sprouts, mekanek, and the chicken taouk duo…

Ilili has a very nice ambiance with solid lebanese food, though it comes at elevated prices. We ordered the hummus with pita, the fattoush salad, brussel sprouts, mekanek, and the chicken tao…

Ilili has a very nice ambiance with solid Lebanese food, though it comes at elevated prices. We ordered the hummus with pita, the fattoush salad, brussel sprouts, mekanek, and the chicken taouk duo…

Ilili has a very nice ambiance with solid lebanese food, though it comes at elevated prices. We ordered the hummus with pita, the fattoush salad, brussel sprouts, mekanek, and the chicken taouk duo…

Overall 4/5 \nFood 3.75/5 \nAmbiance 5/5 \nService 5/5 \nValue 2.5/5 \n\nIlili, Lebanese sharing dishes in a fine dining lens \n\nI was really excited to try Ilili since my husband has been raving ab…

Went to ilili with friends yesterday for a girl dinner. The nomad location is pretty spacious with lots of seating. When you walk in there's a large waiting area and bar. The hostess and staff we…

Service was good. Just wasn't sure if our waitress was a man or woman??\n\nWe ordered Mazza (appetizers). Fatoush, kibbe naee, and potatoes were outstanding. We also ordered lamb shawarma which cam…

Great lebanese food in the city! The food was very fresh and flavorful. Loved the octopus. Probably the best dish. I enjoyed the falafel and all the dips. The pita bread is served hot and fresh. Hi…

Great Lebanese food in the city! The food was very fresh and flavorful. Loved the octopus. Probably the best dish. I enjoyed the falafel and all the dips. The pita bread is served hot and fresh. Hi…

I came here for dinner on a weekday. This is one of those places with small, expensive portions. It's good food but not quite worth the high price tag. I did like the decor, and the food came out…

This restaurant has lasted nearly 30 years, no small feat. Service is good. The brunch menu did not appeal to me however. I would try again or go three doors south to ThisBowl.

This restaurant has lasted nearly 30 years, no small feat. Service is good. The brunch menu did not appeal to me however. I would try again or go three doors south to ThisBowl.

This restaurant has lasted nearly 30 years, no small feat. service is good. The brunch menu did not appeal to me however. I would try again or go three doors south to ThisBowl.

This is quite popular and busy Middle Eastern/Lebanese place in NoMad. We came early and sat in the lounge area for drinks and small plates/mezza. It was fairly quiet for a while, but then the noise …

This is quite popular and busy Middle Eastern/Lebanese place in NoMad. We came early and sat in the lounge area for drinks and small plates/mezza. It was fairly quiet for a while, but then the nois…

Ilili is such a lovely spot in New York! The vibe is cozy and elegant, perfect for a nice dinner or special evening out. The staff were all very friendly and attentive. The food was very good. Ful…

Ilili is such a lovely spot in New York! The vibe is cozy and elegant, perfect for a nice dinner or special evening out. The staff were all very friendly and attentive. The food was very good. Ful…

Everything has vinegar, onions and. garlic. Not suitable for a date!!! Attentive service, pleasant ambiance steep bill.

Everything has vinegar, onions and. garlic. Not suitable for a date!!! Attentive service, pleasant ambiance steep bill.

A beautiful venue, dimly lit and wood panelling with an inviting ambience but unfortunately, the experience falls short. The service was slow and inefficient; we had to track down the server for ba…

A major disappointment!! Food is expensive lacking any flavors. Service is meh Not worth the money spent. We were excited to have a taste of home in New York but alas!!

Very good lebanese food. All entrees were delicious, the eggplant was my favorite. The hummus was delicious. Service is good. Buy there so much noise that is hard to hear each other at the table

lebanese food - or mediterranean i would say... not the biggest fan of Lamb, but it was good. the Place is classy, I think you have to make reservations. when i first walked in, i was pleasantly …

Lebanese food - or mediterranean i would say... not the biggest fan of Lamb, but it was good. the Place is classy, I think you have to make reservations. when i first walked in, i was pleasantly …

A. M.

The beef shawarma had a single piece of hard fat that was too large to be eaten. The meat was overcooked and dry. The manager said that it was normal for fat to come out because the meat and fat were cooked at the same time. The other dishes were also mediocre in taste, but the service was good. I gave 3 stars instead of 1 because the manager did not charge for dessert.

+7

This is a treat spot for Friday night date night vibes! Definitely grab a Resy because it gets busy. We were checked in and seated right away, though the lounge is gorgeous and wouldn't have minded…

I have been a neighborhood customer for many years. The decor is lovely and the food is good. However this time we waited 30 minutes to be seated past our reservation time. The table service was sl…

Just okay. They have only like 5 mocktails on the menu and for the one i ordered, they were out of an ingredient so I had to order a different one (or wait 30 minutes - for them to replace an ingre…

Service was great, food could've been better for the prices. The cheese rolls were on the saltier side, the blackened shrimp although tasty, were not nicely charred or as garlicky buttery as "black…

I've dined at ilili several times over the years. The food is good but over-priced. The noise level is high so it is difficult trying to have a conversation with friends whom you have not seen in …

BEWARE. The prices aren't correct. Three of us went for dinner and ordered ONE Mixed Grill ($82) but were billed for three (over $240). Incoherent and vague excuses for the overbilling. What should h…

BEWARE. The prices aren't correct. Three of us went for dinner and ordered ONE mixed grill ($82) but were billed for three (over $240). Incoherent and vague excuses for the overbilling. What should…

BEWARE. The prices aren't correct. Three of us went for dinner and ordered ONE Mixed Grill ($82) but were billed for three (over $240). Incoherent and vague excuses for the overbilling. What should…

Well I don’t even know where to start. The front hostesses were pretty with no brain.s. I had used the restroom there before I was seated. My family was seated and I asked one of the hostesses whe…

the waiter was rude and the food was not up to the bill. we took a TABBOULEH and inside there was only parsley. the water costs more than the beer. a place to absolutely forget. Massimo

Hello today I made a reservation for party of 5 in Ilili Lebanese restaurant in NYC It’s a shame you the two girls at the entrance and the captain treat is It was a big big rain outside and they …