Tilda

Tucked away on Echo Park Avenue, Tilda is the kind of wine bar that makes you want to up your game. The space is intimate and thoughtfully designed, with walls lined with bottles of California natural wines that practically beg to be explored. There’s an undeniable cool factor here—the kind of place where everyone seems to know something you don’t, but in the best possible way.

The menu leans French with a California sensibility, focusing on shareable plates that pair perfectly with their extensive wine list. The standout is undoubtedly the tinned fish platter, a deceptively simple offering that delivers in a big way. Quality sardines arrive alongside a crusty baguette, generous butter, and a bright salsa verde that ties everything together. It’s the kind of dish that feels almost too simple until you take the first bite. The cheese boards and charcuterie plates round out the offerings nicely, giving you plenty of reasons to keep ordering another glass.

This is a spot made for lingering. Come with someone you want to impress or someone who already impresses you. The compact space creates an intimate atmosphere that’s perfect for leaning in close and sharing bites across the table. It’s date night material through and through, especially if your idea of romance involves natural wine and sardines on crusty bread.

If you’re looking for a place to drink excellent wine and nibble on French-ish snacks without any pretense, Tilda delivers. Just be prepared to fall a little bit in love with the effortlessly stylish crowd and leave wanting to redecorate your apartment.