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Lebanese Restaurant, Mediterranean Restaurant, and Lounge$$$$
NoMad, New York
This Lebanese restaurant is famous for their shawarma. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Loved the lamb/beef dumplings, Brussel sprouts, and duck shawarma."(32 Tips)
"So far this is the best Lebanese restaurant all over the world ❤️"(14 Tips)
"Get the duck shwarma and mixed grilled plate to share."(8 Tips)
"All of the cold mezze are delicious."(14 Tips)
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Scott FriedbergAugust 22, 2015Get a mix of hot mezza for the table. Include Brussels sprouts into the mix!
Jackie S.August 28, 2013Hummus was a little disappointing. The fries are amazing. Get the ilili candy bar for dessert, it's delicious.
Amber WeinrichNovember 26, 2012Great happy hour spot. One of a kind cocktails for 7$ and tasty apps for less than 9$!
Pricey but a very enjoyable place. Mixed grill is a nice sampler of items
very sexy. preferred strategy is to sit at the bar/lounge and load up on apps and drinks. duck shawerma is amazing.
Chantal SAugust 21, 2013Amazing food. My favorite was the lobster and hummus dish. It was surprisingly filing.
Drew GrahamMay 15, 2019The food is spectacular, but very expensive. The service is stellar, but it’s a big, loud and showy restaurant.
Kelsey CookNovember 23, 2013The Brussels Sprouts were amazing...a must have! The Babaghanouj was also excellent.
Mike HJuly 18, 2011Great restaurant. The hummus is delicious along with the salt cod and everything else. Try the house drink, 80% alcohol!
Jennie KimSeptember 26, 2014Get the fresh meadow cocktail. It's like the hills are alive with the sound of music
Angela StephenApril 23My recent dining experience at ilili Restaurant left me utterly impressed and thoroughly satisfied.
Amaaaaazing food but it's loud! Brussels sprouts and lamb meatballs are 💯!!
Kt LacasseMay 18, 2015Heard that the brussels sprout were the go-to, however they were a little too much for me. If you're looking for a light option those probably aren't the way to go.
Don't pass up ANYTHING with lamb. Got the lamb dip this time
Everything is delicious at illili - the desserts are to die for - yummy
Derk DoijerDecember 17, 2015Unless you're crazy hungry you don't need more than 3-4 mezze for 2 people, portions are generous
TNAugust 4, 2012Great food (brussel sprouts, shrimp, kibbeh, duck schwarma). Lebanese wine wasn't too great though.
Ido SelaMarch 21, 2015Meh. Hummus was blend and the baba over smoky and had too much lemon. The Brussels sprouts dish was good. Don't let them sit you upstairs it's depressing. Doesn't have a nice vibe like the main floor.
Kay TeoMarch 22, 2015The brussel sprouts are unique but very rich. Falafel was divine! Perfect crunch, not oily. Hummus lacked a bit of salt, duck schwarma was overhyped. Slightly dry, nothing special.
Ghadi TayebMay 13, 2017I ordered kifte kbaba it was delicious. The "riz" was not that much .. The price little bet over
Julie HicksJune 16, 2012This place was awesome!! Some of the best Brussel sprouts I've ever had! Very different!
Order the duck shawarma, manti and the kibbeh nayeh- out of this world!!
When in front of the royal duck shawarma, chickens and lambs would commit suicide.
PattyJuly 21, 2012The Venetian lemonade has a very sweet grape flavor - very memorable. As was the bone marrow!
Nao MizJanuary 19, 2012You can't go wrong with the TUNA BELLY. Follow up with the lamb leg or the yogurt gnocchi:)
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Experience Lebanese & Mediterranean cuisine in NYC’s Flatiron District. Savor authentic mezze, main courses, & desserts at ilili.
Closed until 11:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Fri
- 11:30 AM–3:15 AM
- Sat
- 11:30 AM–3:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–10:00 PM
- Sun
- 11:30 AM–3:30 PM
- 5:00 PM–9:30 PM
(212) 683-2929
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.2
"Wow. The beef shawarma wrap on whole wheat is so damn good. Got mine with red sauce, jalapeños and other stuff. So fresh and delicious!"
Daniel W - 7.4
"My favorite!. I visit every time I'm here in the city. Fattouch, spicy shrimp, spicy hummus, schwarma. Don't let the waiter take away spicy shrimp bowl until you've soaked up every drop with the pita."
Courtney ORourke - 7.7
"Brilliant place! Great food and service! Must try!"
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- 8.1
"Best rooftop bar of the city. Drinks are kind of pricey but the view is unbelievable and totally worth it."
Sophia L - 9.2
"Great for date night, group hangs, family time.. Late nite dessert: Belgian Waffles w/Nutella and Sweet Cream to live for.."
Brownstone Living NYC - 8.3
"Everything is good here! I would recommend going in the evening because the scenery is beautiful. Even in the winter time here you can't go wrong."
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