Tiliani Italian Restaurant & Bar- Halal Pasta & Pizza

Italian restaurant · Dearborn

Tiliani Italian Restaurant & Bar- Halal Pasta & Pizza

Italian restaurant · Dearborn

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1002 S Military St, Dearborn, MI 48124

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The Best Pasta Restaurants in Metro Detroit | Eater Detroit

"This all-halal coastal Italian seafood fine dining establishment features meaty mains as well as pasta and wood-fired, naturally-leavened pizza. Expect exciting pasta dishes like cappelletti in a white sausage Bolognese, cacio e pepe topped with crispy mushrooms, linguine with smoked lamb belly, mafaldine with a medley of shrimp, clams, and scallops in a fermented chile butter, among others. Reservations and takeout orders are accepted through Tock." - Danny Palumbo

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Dearborn, Michigan’s Best Restaurants | Eater Detroit

"All-halal coastal Italian seafood like pomegranate-glazed octopus, high-quality cuts of meat, pasta, and wood-fired, naturally leavened pizza are all on deck at this Dearborn fine dining establishment. Chef Hisham Diab is a Culinary Institute of America-trained alum and has a background working with chef Jared Gadbaw (who now runs Oak and Reel in Milwaukee Junction) when at the Michelin-starred restaurant Marea in New York. Reservations are available via Tock." - Serena Maria Daniels

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19 of the Best Italian Restaurants in Metro Detroit

"All-halal coastal Italian seafood like pomegranate-glazed octopus, high-quality cuts of meat, pasta, and wood-fired, naturally-leavened pizza have all been featured at this Dearborn fine dining establishment. Chef Hisham Diab is a Culinary Institute of America-trained alum and has a background working with chef Jared Gadbaw (who now runs Oak and Reel in Milwaukee Junction) when at the Michelin-starred restaurant Marea in New York." - Serena Maria Daniels

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Aurora Italiana is a new Coastal Italian restaurant that is opening this spring in West Bloomfield, Michigan - Eater Detroit

"In the coming weeks, Dearborn will also welcome a halal rendition of the cuisine with Tiliani." - Serena Maria Daniels

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Tiliani, a Halal Italian Seafood Restaurant, Opens in West Dearborn This Spring - Eater Detroit

"Tiliani, located at 1002 South Military Dr., will lean heavily on seafood, high-quality cuts of halal meat, house-made pasta, and wood-fired, naturally-leavened pizza. It will feature a full bar and an outdoor patio. The outdoor seating area will be open at least part of the year and heated during colder months, offering diners an alternative space." - Serena Maria Daniels

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Caleb Foster

Google
Tried this spot out a few days ago with my brother because we heard good things about it. Decor and staff were very nice. Nice small spot with a great menu selection. We started with the beef skewers, and they were seasoned really well. Main course I ordered the short rib. The portion size looked small, but it was actually quite a lot, and you could tell the pasta was handmade. The beef was cooked perfectly, but the pasta lacked seasoning, so I did ask for salt. The fresh parmesean added was a perfect addition. I enjoyed that everything was cooked very well. I just needed a bit more seasoning. They were grilling a lamb over a slow smoke, and it smelled great. Whenever that is available, we will be back to try it.

Selena Chacon

Google
I had the beef pasta, the flavor was good but the presentation was kind of off putting. I was excited for a fancy meal like in their pictures so this was a little disappointing to receive, most of this meat was fat. It was the end of the day so maybe that’s why. Other than that the seafood pasta my partner loved and the truffle fries were AMAZING! the atmosphere was so nice for a special night and made it feel fancy. I would go again and maybe try another dish!

Yousef Mardini (YMardini)

Google
Simply put, overpriced and fell way short of expectations. Some staff were friendly, others it seemed like they never waited a table before. It took 10 minutes to take our order, another 10 for the starting bread (a little salty). Then, the calamari. Thick, chewy loops that could’ve been fried for longer. I’ve had better calamari for half the price. Both entrees (the beef skewer and chicken thigh) were way over salted. The beef had no flavor. The sides, although flavorful, made you not want to eat anymore after a couple bites. Very disappointing. If one person sees this review and decides not to go, my misfortune would be worth it.

Fatmeh

Google
We had an unbelievable time at Tiliani!!!! Beautiful restaurant, beautiful service, beautiful food!!! Chef Hisham is amazing ❤️ Everything we ordered was delicious. We were blown away by the flavors and the presentation of every dish. Everything is made fresh, and the olive oil is from Baalbek in Lebanon, how amazing is that. After we ate everything, we felt great, that's the result of eating food that is made fresh. We then had dessert which was also absolutely delicious!!!! Im going to upload pictures of the food we ate. And the picture of the dessert (which I didn't get the best picture of since it was screenshot from a video lol)

Noor Hassan

Google
I went once before when it first opened, it was good then too but have to say recently they’ve leveled up like crazyyy. The short rib pappardelle is to die for. The kale caesar is always a must. It’s worth coming here for these two items alone. I wasnt a huge fan of the bolognese, needed more seasoning - it tasted much better when i took it home and jazzed it up a bit, i enjoyed it then. The pepperoni hot honey pizza is a bit strong on the honey but still 8/10. Theyre always booked and busy on the weekends so try to snag a reservation if you can!

Brian Berris

Google
Ordered the “large” pepperoni pizza, expecting something that could feed a family… or at least one hungry adult. What arrived? A sad little disc the size of my palm, looking like it escaped from a dollhouse kitchen. For $20 a pop (yeah, $40 for two of these micro-miracles), I could’ve bought a full-sized pie from literally anywhere else and still had change for therapy after this betrayal. Pro tip: If your pizza needs a pencil for scale in photos, you’re not in the food business, you’re slinging personal pans for squirrels. 1 star, and that’s generous, like your portions.

Justin Winegarden

Google
Absolutely some of the most original plating creativity and taste I've had in a long time. This place is definitely a next level restaurant that not only succeeds at being creative it thrives on it. Friendly staff, beautiful environment and everything was visually appealing as it was tasting. I cannot wait to come back

nuray agaoglu

Google
This place is truly a gem at Dearborn! I loved the ambiance, food, live music, my server was amazing… location is amazing. The food was beyond delicious. This place is more on the upscale side so yes it’ll be a bit pricey. Everything is made and bought fresh the day of. If you’re someone who eats pizza with ranch don’t come here. The only thing I didn’t enjoy were the gelato!
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Mark A.

Yelp
Friends recommend this place so we thought we'd try it out. It started with a warm greeting at the door. The ambiance was modern and relaxed. Our server introduced himself and answered lots of questions about the drink menu. He was engaging and happy to give us his recommendations. The amaro sour was a unanimous favorite at the table. The Sicilian was a close second. We ordered two apps. The brussel sprouts and the boneless chicken wings were both delicious. For the mains, I had the short rib pappardelle. It was delicious. The meat was tender, the pasta was perfect and the cream sauce brought it all together. My wife got the branzino which was also delicious. For dessert, try the Tilly affogato. The black cherry gelato was also very good. We enjoyed these with an espresso martini which was very well balanced and finished the evening perfectly. Although the food and drinks were all wonderful, I have to tip my hat to the staff and the chef. By the end of the night we actually knew where everyone that worked there was from. They were so personable and really helped to elevate the experience. And on a trip to the restroom I bumped into the head chef. He was so engaging and after talking for a little, invited me into the kitchen to see how they made the fresh pasta. I would recommend this place in a heartbeat and will certainly be dining here again.
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Arash A.

Yelp
We did the "chef's "choice". The food was amazing, the service was excellent. Had a wonderful date night. I highly recommend it. Will definitely go back again.
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Nav S.

Yelp
Made reservations for 9:30 and the restaurant closes at 10! How does this even make sense maybe adjust the time to making the last reservation for 8pm rather than 9:30 To get people in then rushing them out. Make it fair for people that are willing to come and spend their money and time. Disappointed because I was so excited for my sister to try this place. Food is mediocre
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Sara M.

Yelp
Fabulous as always. Very professional, warm and attentive servers with honest recommendations. A cozy, upscale bistro vibe inside. Very clean. Food is next level, every time. Fresh, flavorful, interesting and yet familiar. This place has become one of my favorite fine dining options in Dearborn!
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A F.

Yelp
I loved it! Such a cute spot with unique menu options and flavors. Hostess and server were both very kind and welcoming. The kale salad is incredible and refreshing, I also highly recommend their coconut bliss mocktail~ so refreshing!
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Sohaib L.

Yelp
The best things were the short rib pappardelle, and coccoberry bliss drink, both were flavourful. The bread was great, and the basket really caught my eye. Our server Lisa was awesome, she really made our night fun by adding to our jokes and not being offended. The lamp chops were cooked just right, and soft and went well with the sauce they came in. The waygu was okay, just cooked in something simple and sweet didn't feel to have any special flavour. Rigatoni was sweet, which I would never get again here. Least favourite was the NY strip, it was slightly undercooked for what I asked for. It was also cold, it used the same sauce as lamb chops. The place is nicely decorated, seating is kind of tight. The did give us a free dessert, which was also decent. Good to have a halal Italian place in the area.
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Zeina A.

Yelp
I have very much enjoyed tilani. Beautiful decor, great food, and awesome service! I would def recommend and come back again
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Moody A.

Yelp
The service was excellent but the food was very bland. I had high hopes for this place since it's the only halal Italian restaurant. Everything I ordered required red pepper flakes. I was hoping the food would have been well seasoned. They have so much potential with this restaurant.
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Ashley N.

Yelp
My friend walked in on a Sunday night around 7 and was told the wait would be around an hour and 15. That was no problem. We went to the amazing bakery next door. She got a text around 8 saying it would be longer which was no big deal since it was still 15 mins before the estimate. My other friend looked up their hours and they close at 9. We were worried that we wouldn't get sat at all so we went back a little before 8:30. There were several two tops open but not next to each other and we had three people. There was a four top open and six top as well. The hostess said there was a table ahead of us. She would call them and if they didn't answer then we could have the four top. Well they just not have answered because we got sat. I have worked in several restaurants and none of it made sense. Even if the four top answered the phone and took the four top, why not just let us sit at the 6 top as they were about to close and we waited almost an hour and a half. The interior is very cute. I also liked the music as well. The server was really great in explaining things. I had the mushroom app and the shrimp with chili butter pasta. Both were just okay to me. The mushrooms were very meaty which was nice. I found it odd that the shrimp was cut into tiny pieces. I didn't like that at all. They gave us a little bag of granola at the end which I took home. I didn't love that either.
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Carolyn E.

Yelp
I am so glad they're in Dearborn! A nice Italian spot is exactly what downtown needs. They have a small patio perfect for the Summer, and the dining room is cozy with a neutral sea-inspired color palette. Service was good, but the drinks came out a bit slow. We didn't mind, as we were dining with friends, and food was right on pace. They didn't mind filling the bread basket a few times, either! Their signature cocktail list is pretty limited - I went with the Amaro sour, which tasted like a grown up Arnold Palmer. A bit on the sweet side. I realize Dearborn isn't a huge drinking town, but I think a few more inventive cocktails would be a good idea. I think I'll stick with a dirty martini or Aperol spritz next time; my husband's old fashioned was good. As for the food, it was delicious. We started with the truffle fries, which were not skimpy on the cheese or truffle flavor, and the fries were piping hot and crispy. A great starter to have with drinks. We then had the oysters, which were very fresh, cold and delicious - the homemade cocktail sauce and mignonette were tasty and complimented the seafood very well. We also had the summer salad which was made with fava beans and was dressed and seasoned perfectly with charred corn. Very yummy. Next, 2 of us ordered the Mafaldine - seafood pasta with a spicy red sauce - and it was excellent. One portion was the tiniest bit light on the shrimp - I think the 2 dishes weren't portioned out quite exactly, but since we're friends, that was easy to fix! One of us had their special of the night - a short rib dish served with mashed potatoes - a huge portion and absolutely delicious. Savory and tender - they should keep this on the menu! I had the Zaatar salmon, which was cooked just perfectly with a crispy seasoned exterior and juicy interior. The honey sauce complimented it so well. And the ratatouille side was just delicious, actually; not an after-thought for those of us that are carb-conscious. The tomato sauce it was served in was so fresh and tasted of home grown tomatoes. Top notch. I will for sure be returning, especially to check out the specials which were awesome!
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Adrienne A.

Yelp
I have been wanting to try Tiliani for months, but it didn't work out until last week. Finally, I had the opportunity to have dinner there and I was more pleased than I imagined I might be. The ambiance is unique and charming. The waitstaff was very attentive and offered suggestions and interesting info about the food, e.g., the source of the olive oil. The meal started with warm homemade bread with a fancy olive oil for dipping. The bread was phenomenal and the olive oil was peppery. It was the kind of bread that was so good you'll think about it later. My party of three each tried a different pasta. I tried the caramelle - a pasta dish made with twisted candy-shaped pasta stuffed with spinach and topped with a silky mushroom sauce. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. It was a delectable and elegant dish, not overly large in portion size but ample enough for me, especially after two slices of that amazing bread. The other members of my party ordered the tagliatelle bolognese and the the rigatoni with a spicy blush sauce. I tried the rigatoni and found it very flavorful. I might order that one in future. Both the rigatoni and tagliatelle seemed to be much larger portion sizes. For dessert, we ordered the bitter orange olive oil cake and the tiramisu. Portion sizes for both desserts were huge and splittable. The olive oil cake came topped with fresh ricotta and preserved cherries. The olive oil cake had a unique taste and texture that was unlike any dessert I've had before in a good way. The tiramisu was very good but I wouldn't say it was better than others I've had. All three of us were very pleased with the quality of the meal and look forward to go8ng back sometime to try the pizzas. All three

Steve T.

Yelp
Great experience. We've wanted to try Tiliani for a while now and finally tried it last weekend. They start by bringing homemade focaccia and olive oil which were excellent. Then we had the calamari for an appetizer which was also very good. For entrees we ordered the cappelletti (outstanding) and the prawns with black rice (ok/good!. We probably wouldn't order the shrimp again but everything else was really good. Our server was Carlo and he was great. Overall it was an excellent experience and we'll be back.
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Samantha B.

Yelp
If you came here from the instagram post/tiktok of the short rib pappardelle.... Keep walking. It wasn't good. Super fatty and just didn't taste good... If youre here for the drinks... come on in
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R M.

Yelp
So I normally don't give 5 stars, but I really loved this restaurant. parking is not an issue here. The ambiance is cute, u can dress up so dress down. The waiter was very attentive, and knew the menu well. They bring home made bread to the table and the olive oil for dipping was Lebanon. For apps we got the kale salad which was amazing! The mushrooms and wagu skewers. All the apps were great! For dinner, all three of us ended up ordering the same thing, the short ribs with pasta. It was phenomenal!! However if ur lactose intolerant, this dish is not for you. The owner came around and said hello to everyone. All in all the food was amazing and I can't wait to go back!
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Dee D.

Yelp
West Dearborn really needed a good authentic Italian restaurant! The decor and ambiance is everything. The restaurant is beautiful! The service was great. I loved our waitress, she went over the menu with such detail. She definitely deserves a shout out but I don't remember her name lol but it starts with a "K" I believe. The complimentary bread and olive oil used for dipping the bread that's imported straight from Lebanon from the chefs grandpas olive trees was such a beautiful touch. I really enjoyed that olive oil, it was amazing. I really really enjoyed the kale Caesar and I would 100% go back just for that salad alone. It was probably one of the best kale salads I have ever tried. We also had the steak and the rigatoni which were also super tasty, I've tried Carbone and let me tell ya, I enjoyed the rigatoni at Tiliani 100x more. I definitely want to come back for that kale Caesar and to try the pizza next! Highly recommend trying this new place out and supporting a local small business. Cheers!
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Ben V.

Yelp
Wow this place was amazing!!! From the focaccia with olive oil from the chefs grandfathers farm in Lebanon to the cucumber, mozzarella, and wagyu skewers appetizers, we started off as good as you can get. My amaro sour drink was also incredible and perfectly balanced. The rigatoni and torchietti pastas were both good and flavorful. The lamb chops were very very good and a sizable portion unlike some other restaurants. Lastly the poached apricot dessert was incredible. We had an amazing server and she was very attentive without being overbearing. The ambiance is nice and chill and I really enjoyed eating a meal here. They also have the option to sit inside or outside.
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Dalia A.

Yelp
Cute, new halal restaurant in Dearborn. Decor is fun and beachy. Focaccia was served warm with olive oil which was nice to start. For apps, we tried the kale Caesar salad which personally I love kale salads but the kale to dressing ratio wasn't my favorite. Kale pieces are also very large. Brussels sprouts had ricotta served on top, which I enjoyed. Favorite of the night was the pepperoni pizza, mostly because it was halal, thin, and personal sized. Would recommend getting 2 pizzas if you're sharing with the table. For my entree, I ordered the spicy rigatoni pasta which was okay. It didn't really stand out to me and it wasn't spicy at all. Overall I like the concept of the restaurant but it wasn't my favorite for Italian food.
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Ryan K.

Yelp
Food was amazing! I had the short ribs and my wife had the Branzino. We split them both since we wanted the same thing. The Branzino was delicious. Perfectly cooked with the crispy skin. The pesto topping really gave it a complete flavor. The short ribs was one of the best I had. The noodles complimented it very well. Staff was very attentive and ambience was very cozy and intimate.
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Maisha R.

Yelp
Tried this place out after seeing it on social media. The interior was lovely. Food wise, it's exciting to see an all halal Italian restaurant, but I do wish there was a bit more flavor. We started off with the kale Caesar salad which was okay, and the Brussels sprouts which we loved. Our table split the pepperoni pizza and got some rigatoni pasta as well. The pizza was good, the rigatoni pasta was meant to be spicy but was not spicy at all. The main entrees were very expensive so we steered away. The pastas are also pricey for what they are but the portions are generous. I also enjoyed the virgin mint mojito. Overall a cute date night spot in Dearborn!
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Rachel F.

Yelp
Incredible food and service!! Honestly a new favorite date night or special occasion spot. The kale Caesar, pizza, and pastas were all incredible and the home made gelato was a great way to end the meal. Hisham the chef is incredibly talented. This place is a must try!
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PJ S.

Yelp
Oh yea it's the spot. Want a great spot to take the love of your life? I'd recommend Tiliani. We had three entrees and two drinks plus a desert for under $100. Delicious food all made by hand, and not to mention it's a gorgeous restaurant. Skip birmingham, skip royal oak, go here for a real treat! Also our server was very sweet and we were checked on by all the staff working, so needless to say we were taken care of. Thank you guys for such a great night! Featured below, Squid Ink pasta 10/10
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Amy W.

Yelp
We have been wanting to come here since they opened. I had seen some mixed reviews, but the good ones were all 5 stars. I am baffled about the bad reviews! We had an absolutely amazing experience! When you walk up, there are several beautiful outdoor tables. This restaurant is gorgeous. they did everything to make sure that this was an upscale experience. I recommend reservations, but we were fortunate enough to sit at the bar. We enjoy sitting at the bar. We ordered drinks to start. I got an espresso Martini and I was blown away. We agreed that it was the best espresso martini we have ever had. Lisa was our bartender, and she was magnificent! We started with oysters. They were perfect. We then received this yummy bread. It was lightly salted and delicious! We ordered the lamb chops and the lemon oregano shrimp. My lamb chops were perfectly cooked and tender. The shrimp though! The sauce was delicious. We don't normally have dessert but we indulged. We got a strawberry tiramisu. Can't say enough about this whole experience. You absolutely must. Check it out!
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Shelly P.

Yelp
The food was great, we got the beef carpaccio, funghi pizza and malfadine. Personally the beef carpaccio tasted a little gamey but aside from the carpaccio I enjoyed the the food overall. Their starter focaccia bread with olive oil and salt was a nice touch, which the bread was warm when served but still delicious! The interior is very cute there is also a nearby parking lot making it easy to park and get to the restaurant. The service was off putting, we had a server that was pretty passive aggressive. Not sure what was going on, but it left a sour taste/bad experience.
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Diba R.

Yelp
Honestly, at best mediocre. I went because it was halal and the hype on Tik Tok. Unfortunately, it was not worth it for me. Do not get me wrong, the aesthetic and décor are there but personally I go to places for the FOOD. Bread and olive oil...should be reserved for ACTUAL fresh bread and good quality olive oil. The bread was COLD like it had been in the refrigerator. Pizza again mediocre, the pepperoni with the hot honey was way too sweet. My Margarita pizza I prefer to have whole leaf basil on it, but that is personal preference. Bucatini was one of the solid dishes pastas was aldente. For the rigatoni you're better off going to Whole Foods and buying the jarred pasta sauce from Carbone, ricotta cheese and fresh pasta and you can feed a family of 6. Bruschetta nothing special. I don't mean to put this business down but for the prices on the menu it was not worth the visit.

Anthony S.

Yelp
Took my wife here for her birthday we're still inside eating and I had to write a review to let them know how amazing the food is and the service

Kate A.

Yelp
Food and service are off the charts! Highly recommend for the ambiance and vibe. If you're looking for a cozy spot, this is it.

C H.

Yelp
After our last experience, which didn't go well, we were contacted and encouraged to give Tiliani another try. Which we did. I'm pleased to say it was a lovely dinner all around. Unlike the last visit, there appeared to be plenty of staff & we were well taken care of. The service was great, the food fantastic. Everyone in the group enjoyed their entrees. My salmon dish was beyond amazing. We also had the bolognese and the lemon oregano shrimp. All delicious. We were glad to see the new & improved wine menu. The restaurant was full and lively. We will most definitely be coming back!

Gerard B.

Yelp
After hearing a lot of good things about this restaurant, my wife and I had dinner at Tiliani for the first time and had a wonderful time. The owner and Head Chef, Hisham, is incredibly talented, and the staff was extremely conscientious. The food was incredible (especially the short rib) and we will definitely be back for more. I would definitely recommend you try this place.

Elena S.

Yelp
We went in for Happy Hour- drinks and food were great . Ordered a pizza from regular menu and it had a lovely chew. Staff was very friendly. Will be back

Vernick O.

Yelp
We came here a couple of weeks ago and had an amazing experience ! even with my 6 and 3 yo, there was something for everyone . food was delicious (everything on the menu)!! they even accommodated to my picky 3 yo needs. service was phenomenal! highly recommend . restaurant is also Beautiful and super clean! will be back again
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Lisa D.

Yelp
Extremely overpriced small portions food just not good. When we walked in we were really surprised with how small the place is. We expected a fine dining atmosphere but it wasn't giving that at all. Found a hair in on one of our new plates but we didn't complain since the staff seemed kind of annoyed and not super attentive. The music was so loud we couldn't hear ourselves and it was a lot of screaming in the vocals. We only ordered a few pasta dishes that we wanted to try and they were really not great. Pasta was underdone (not in the al dente type of way) and the sauce flavors were kind of strange and starchy tasting. Glad we didn't order too much to begin because it would've went to waste if we did. Just expected a lot more from a place at this price point... overall was pretty disappointing.
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Al P.

Yelp
This restaurant is trying to hard to stand out. The service is excellent. Our waitress, Madison, was such a delight throughout the whole night. The ambiance of the place was also very nice. The food was overpriced given the poor taste and lack of good presentation. We started off with the Brussel Sprouts and they were good, I would only recommend those on the menu. The pizza lacks SO MUCH flavor. The dough was cooked but tasted raw, there was barely any sauce on the pizza, and it was just missing something. We couldn't even eat another slice. The pasta was extremely disappointing. The rigatoni had cinnamon in it, and the cinnamon flavor was SO overpowering we could not eat it. We left it as is. The bucatini was mediocre at best. It needed more sauce, it was very bland, and the mushrooms on top were too dry. Also, we wanted to add chicken to the pasta but couldn't because they did not have any - How does a restaurant not have chicken????? You are not allowed to add any protein to any pasta. The most disappointing part of our whole experience - the Executive Chef went around to every table and did not care to stop at ours. I wish he would've stopped so I could address the lacking of flavor in his dishes. We left here, STARVING, and went and got Chicken Shawarma sandwiches from Hamido. The restaurant was a huge disappointment, and I would weigh out your options before dining here. Do not waste your money.

J C.

Yelp
This place was mediocre at best. Food and service could have been better for the price. I I guess when you come as a larger group they figure gratuity is already included so why accommodate anybody at the table. A group of 10 and not enough bread for everyone, they said they were out of bread. Also, they were out of white wines and out of a few of their appetizers. The oil they fried the calamari in was old oil and super distasteful. The pepperoni pizza was super spicy but the margarita pizza was pretty good. The rigatoni was just ok . Their food is a little salty. I highly recommend the kale salad! That was by far the best thing on their menu and I didn't even think I liked kale. Overall ambiance was nice. But honestly the food wasn't worth the price.

Dania A.

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I'm sorry, but the food here is extremely inconsistent. While one dish was decent, my main course was inedible. I won't be returning and wouldn't give them another chance--it's just not worth it. The meal was overly salty and tasted like it was overloaded with garlic cloves, which isn't true authentic Italian. Italian food should have subtle flavors with just hints of garlic and olive oil, but this was too heavy and frankly unpleasant. The only positives were the bread and salad. The service and atmosphere were great, but they definitely need a new chef.

Syd S.

Yelp
We ordered the kale cesar salad, beef skewers for starters. Our main dishes were the fungi truffle pizza & rigatoni. Every dish was very flavorful and cooked to perfection! Can't wait to come back again and try more items on the menu!

Kayla M.

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i love the food, stopped me from beating my wife tonight. you guys are essential workers that matter!!!

Aubrey L.

Yelp
Wow this place was amazing. From the live music outside, to the whole ambiance. It was a beautiful night. They start with focaccia, oil and drinks. The wine menu doesn't have many of the standard ones you might know but they offer samples and our server was super helpful with suggestions and comparisons. The spicy rigatoni was amazing, and the mushroom bucatini. We also got a pepperoni pizza, and sides of their ranch. It was spicy in the best way. Will return.

Mariah A.

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Actually would give 2.5 stars if possible. Place is clean and decor is nice. Servers were very friendly. Food is priceyyyyyy and the taste does not justify it. The apple cider mocktail mixer tastes like apple cider vinegar. The cauliflower appetizer was ok but there was this fruity jam on it that is so sour/acidic, combo did not work at all. The "boocatini" pasta, which was just cacio e Pepe, was bland. Lamb chops were not bad but took 45 min to cook. Lacking flavor and were served on some veggie purée? Not great. Carrots were fine. Overall very bland. For the prices, I would definitely not come back. Pretty disappointed bc I had high hopes. A good pasta place is lacking in this area and better food w more reasonable prices would have been a huge hit!
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Melissa M.

Yelp
Honestly the worst meal and service that I've had in a LONG time! Very underwhelming food and overpriced. They missed the Italian cuisine mark by a long shot.

Chris H.

Yelp
Food was amazing. We ordered the kale Caesar salad, brussel sprouts, and wagyu beef skewers as appetizer; all were delicious. We ordered the rigatoni, bucatini, and mafaldine pastas as entrees, in addition to the grilled chicken thigh. All were delicious as well. For dessert, we ordered the strawberry tiramisu, and the gelato trio of mondo rustic chocolate chip, lavender honey, and sugarcube melon sorbet. All excellent. Owner was seated next to us with his family and came over to say hello. Will 100% be coming back. Would highly recommend. We also ate outside in a lovely atmosphere with a musician playing guitar and singing Italian music.

Hussein A.

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Service and ambient is on point . But the food just isn't there . This is a wanna be an Italian restaurant. Maybe its too new, or something. We'll give it one more shots in few months, but for now we cant recommend it.
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Ibie B.

Yelp
Reading through some of the older reviews here it looks like this new fine dining halal Italian spot in dearborn was off to a bit of a rocky start. I ate at Tilani last night and I have to say I was impressed. I've spent a number of weeks in Italy over years and ate a lot of pizza and pasta during my time there. Tilani did not disappoint, we ordered the Rigatoni (13/10) which was the star of the night. We also ordered a ground beef pasta, which was good but had a sweet element to it, but since we ordered the pepperoni pizza too there were now two "sweet" elements to our dishes and this was a little overwhelming. I would recommend ordering one or the other. My wife ordered the virgin mojito and loved it. This is definitely a place worth checking out, I will be returning for the Rigatoni and to try some of the other pizzas. The service was great as well, they were a little light on the bread and automatically add a 20% tip to your order, but everything was great and the experience was phenomenal.

Kelly S.

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Was looking forward to checking out this restaurant, even after reading the many reviews. The food was just okay and wouldn't say it was worth the cost. We had oysters as an appetizer and sadly, they didn't have horseradish or tabasco sauce. The pizza was good. They claimed they were out of the lamb chops, but saw a plate being served to another customer. The waitress was ok and she suggested the ribeye, but was flavorless and they didn't have any zip or sauces. The meat was bland and not worth $80. Portions are small and for a family of four, our bill was over $320, with tap water as our beverages.
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Torrie C.

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Worst fine dining I've been too. I went with my father-in law and my grandma-in-law who has a medical condition. It started raining outside on us and the food. They didn't give us a table inside even though there was one open. They said it is reserved for someone coming but stayed open till we left almost 20 mins later. The customer eating comes before an upcoming reservation.

Jon S.

Yelp
Fine dining restaurant. The service, food, and ambience is 5*. Their description is coastal Italian. The Branzino recipe is to die for. The chef is accommodating for diners who don't eat carbs. The radicchio salad is balanced despite me wishing for more. I know that it isn't easy to source halal meats and farm to table with organic in mind. The olive oil is a must try. I like to do blind taste tests of olive oil and I would not have guessed that it's Lebanese. The squash was cooked perfectly. Mike was an attentive server and the hostess listened to my request. Make an RSVP on the app they use.

Naji O.

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Amazing service....lot of attention to detail with the ingredients. Make sure to get the pepperoni pizza with extra chili crisp. Highly recommend
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Clara T.

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If you're looking for your typical lasagna or spaghetti and meatballs with breadsticks or a chicken Caesar salad, go to Olive Garden. If you want to try something unique and fresh, made with local ingredients, go to Tiliani!! From the house made bread, pizza dough and pastas to the olive oil that they use (straight from the Chef's grandfather's farm in Lebanon), it is clear that they put serious thought and effort into curating each individual dish. I also really appreciated how knowledgeable the staff was, and the fact that their menu highlights seasonal ingredients from local farms! I will gladly pay a higher price point for fresh, locally-sourced cuisine. A few members of the party I was with had dietary restrictions, and they were able to accommodate amazingly-- everyone left very full and happy! I will absolutely be back soon, can't wait to see what else this creative team has up their sleeves!

Kyle G.

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It's very good restaurant and atmosphere. The lamb chops were wonderful and the staff was friendly. While the place is on the pricier side, you pay for what you get.

Nicole L.

Yelp
The food and service were both excellent. We had the chance to learn about why the chef opened this restaurant and the special olive oil. Everything was delicious, especially the kale caesar. We'll be back!