We've eaten here three times. I'd give 5 stars for the experience. The staff is friendly and attentive, the owner/chef is often in front to chat with patrons, if they'd like. There's music, but it's not loud or intrusive and does not interfere with normal conversation. The menu is small but, I think, smart. The chef has created dishes that can be vegan or the diners can add shrimp, salmon, scallops, or chicken. The beef is halal, so there is an appeal for Mid Eastern diners, also. The pizza is thin crust, lots of options, and delicious. There are 4 or 5 really good dessert options. My reason for only 4 stars is that I think there could be a some other options. The starters offer an excellent variety, from oysters to steak tartar (so delicious), to a really nice burrata, but it would be nice to have a smaller sized salad--a house salad to begin the meal. In fact, I think last year there was a small salad with a delicious dressing. Also, offering a romaine option for the Caesar instead of only kale would be great. I'd have gotten that, but a large salad based on kale is a lot. Also, there are several truffle cream dishes like the short rib pappardelle and cappelletti stuffed with porcini mushrooms. I would have loved both with a different option for the sauce. Truffle is very popular, but the "spicy tomato blush" sauce is delicious and creamy and would be a great choice for either of those dishes. It's a white table cloth type of place where diners can either dress up or come casual. All in all, a very nice experience. read more

I've been wanting to try this place for a while now. Friends coordinated a birthday dinner for me this past weekend and it was Amazing. The staff, kitchen, other guest, vibe and decor was perfect. My food was absolutely amazing, hot and well seasoned. The short rib didn't need a knife and pasta was sooooo good. My drink was very tasty. I'm excited to return when the weather allows sitting on the patio. read more

Tiliani - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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Tiliani absolutely exceeded expectations from start to finish. The vibe is fun, relaxed, and effortlessly stylish the kind of place where you can dress up a little, unwind, and genuinely enjoy the experience without feeling rushed. We started with the Kale Caesar Salad, which was crisp, fresh, and perfectly dressed not overly heavy but still packed with flavor. The Bang Bang Shrimp had the ideal balance of crispy texture and creamy heat, and the Halloumi Cheese was grilled beautifully with that salty, savory bite that makes it addictive. The standout for me was the Short Rib Pappardelle rich, tender, melt-in-your-mouth short rib layered over perfectly cooked pasta. It's comforting but elevated. The Whole Deboned Branzino was incredibly fresh and flaky, cooked to perfection with clean, bright flavors that didn't overpower the fish. We also had the Honey Zaatar Salmon, which was such a unique combination slightly sweet, herbaceous, and perfectly balanced. And don't skip the truffle fries crispy, aromatic, and impossible to stop eating. And let's talk about the mocktails absolutely amazing. Creative, refreshing, and beautifully presented. It's rare to find a place that puts this much thought into non-alcoholic drinks, and Tiliani nailed it. From the food to the atmosphere to the overall energy, this place is a solid five stars. Definitely somewhere I'd come back to for both a fun night out and a relaxed dinner with friends. read more

Tiliani - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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Great food and amazing service-definitely a go to for upscale Italian food. And my hubby was excited to have a red wine from Lebanon with his pasta! read more

My friends and I planned a surprise bday dinner for another friend. Service was great and food was good. I started with the Brussel sprouts which were seasoned perfectly and the ricotta added an unexpected creaminess. I selected the cappelletti with chicken. It needed a little pepper but it was delicious. Quite a few people ordered the short rib pappardelle. The all stated it needed a little more seasoning but they enjoyed it. With large parties they only accept one credit card, so keep that in mind if having a large group. Our food came out fast, hot and we had a great time. read more

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Had a wonderful birthday dinner here; perfect oysters, the bang bang shrimp is super on point with homemade sauces and I always love the honey zaatar salmon. I was really happy that it came with yummy buttered perfectly cooked carrots this season. Hubby had the short rib paparadle pasta which is so savory and perfectly cooked. Tender meat, homemade pasta, creamy sauce. I also tried a glass of the Lebanese red wine they have and it was quite good! Service was excellent with servers and a manager on the floor; ambiance was celebratory and cozy; perfect on a December night. I love it here. read more

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This has been on my list for a while and I'm honestly a bit disappointed by my experience. Husband ordered a beer on the menu. They were out. Asked for an IPA. They don't have any. Asked for a G&Tl. They don't carry gin. I ordered a dish. They were out for the night. I ordered another dish (short rib). Large portion of short rib but mostly fat. Pretty atmosphere Free parking nearby Nice staff Food - ok Overall experience - meh I wouldn't strongly oppose if a friend suggested it for dinner but it would not be my first choice or on my list of places I'd opt to return to. read more

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 read more

Tiliani - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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Love this place! Wonderful service, food and ambience...so cozy. The chef /owner checked on us twice to make sure we had everything we needed. Highly recommend! read more

Normally this place is 5/5 for me, but I went there on my anniversary and the food execution felt sloppier. The service was amazing, as usual- that is always consistent. Everything else was just OK. We enjoyed the kale salad as usual, and the cream corned was some of the best and most interesting we've had, but the potato pizza was extremely dry. It needed some kind of white sauce or big cheese flavor. I like the concept but it was missing something... maybe more garlic or salt? It was just kind of bland and dry. The short rib pasta was tasty, but the style of noodle was quite thick and didn't really do anything to enhance the short rib... they were just kind of there. IDK, maybe our expectations were too high since we've had fabulous experiences otherwise. I think they need to update a few of the starters and pizzas, not much has changed over the last year. We miss the zaatar za though. Ambience was pleasant, it's chic and clean. I think if they knocked $2 off the mocktails they would go crazy. We ordered 2 each but could've easily gone for a 3rd and even 4th on nights when we get dessert. read more

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If I could give this place zero stars I would. One of the worst restaurants I've been to in a very long time. Our server was very sweet, but that's where the positive reviews stop. The decor was awful and was the furthest thing from an authentic Italian restaurant. The olive oil and bread were awful. The bang bang shrimp was not crispy at all and was covered in what seemed to be Frank's Red Hot. The "spicy" pasta had essentially cayenne paper sprinkled all over it. And the pizza was charred and extremely salty. Literally everything was bad. I would never recommend this place to anyone. It is the furthest thing from authentic Italian food. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place. read more

Tiliani is the most cutest, quaint restaurant that I have been to in a long time! The aesthetic is stunning, and the restaurant is decorated quite well--white table cloths included. Carlo was my server, he was so polite and kind. He suggested that I try the Short Rib Pappardelle. And, let me just tell you--that dish is to die for! The cream sauce is the right consistency, the noodles are made fresh in house, and the short rib was prepared to perfection. It's tender and juicy! Basically, the dish melts in your mouth--pause. I was thoroughly impressed. I would go back there just for that dish and to also try new dishes. I highly recommend! read more

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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 read more

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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. read more

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

Tiliani - Brussel sprouts - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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! read more

Tiliani - Spaghetti Chitarra with Salmon - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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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. read more

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! read more

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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. read more

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. read more

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. read more

Tiliani - Spicy rigatoni pasta - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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! read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

Tiliani - a plate of food and a glass of wine - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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 read more

Tiliani - a plate of seafood and greens - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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. read more

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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! read more

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. read more

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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! read more

Tiliani - Spicy pasta, duck ravioli, and the seafood pasta. All amazing!! - Italian Near Me - Dearborn, Michigan

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 read more

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. read more

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! read more

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. read more

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. read more

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 read more

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! read more

Food was amazing! Very nice and so much variety. Nothing about it disappointed. Service was on top of it!

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.

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 read more

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. read more