Restaurants

“ilili, The Wharf’s new Lebanese spot, will launch brunch service this Sunday”


100 District Square SW

From an email:

“Reaching out with exciting news that ilili, The Wharf’s new Lebanese spot, will launch brunch service this Sunday, March 6. Introducing a wide selection of authentic Lebanese brunch fare, guests can look forward to a menu of hot + cold mezza, brunch plates + cocktails, and sweets.

New, not-to-be-missed dishes include Shakshuka with spicy tomato sauce, a poached duck egg, and feta; French Toast with whipped labne, honey lavender, cherries, and walnuts; Duck Shwarma with toum and pomegranate seeds; and a Lamb Burger with basterma jam, wild mushrooms, and grilled halloumi.

The cocktail menu offers options such as the Not So Bloody Mary with vodka, tomato water, and zaatar oil; the Liquid Camp Fire with Valrhon dark hot chocolate, creme de moka liqueur, and hazelnut liqueur foam; as well as the Demode with bourbon, cardamom, and old fashioned bitters – which serves four and is served in a smoked bourbon decanter. Of course, guests will also find ilili staples such as TabboulehBaba GhannoujFalafel, and Mekanek on the menu.

Brunch service will run every Sunday from 11am-3pm. You can find the full menu here and reservations can be made here.”