"From their menu packed with funky, natural wines to a sprawling sidewalk patio, Tilda is a wine bar in Echo Park where you go to impress a coworker who’s probably cooler than you. As with their to-go counter service, a patient person on the waitstaff will walk you through their long list of natural wines, ranging from subtle and floral sparklers, to cloudy Gamays. And although you could just sip the wine and have a fine time, you’ll have the option of ordering some small plates, either to share or enjoy solo. They have an excellent rotation of cheeses, charcuterie, and tins of fish that are served with a baguette, butter, and salsa verde. It may seem a touch bit simple at first, but the crusty French loaf serves as the perfect vehicle for huge swathes of butter and oily sardines, and tearing into it will immediately erase any sort of imposter syndrome you’ve been feeling at a bar where every person looks like they could be an extra on a CW show." - kat hong