Tilth
Seattle, WA 98103
Phone: (206) 633-0801
- Price:
- $$$$
- Cross Street:
- Interlake Avenue
- Best of Citysearch:
- Organic Dining 2007
- Hours:
- Tue-Fri 5:30pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-2pm, 5:30pm-10:30pm
Editorial Review for Tilth – by Citysearch Editors
The Scene
Set in a Craftsman house on Wallingford's main drag, the cozy dining room feels like a dinner party at home. Forest green chairs add contrast to the all-white walls, while light wooden tables (some unfortunately close together) are adorned with placemats and tealights. Bowls of rosemary and other herbs accent the rest of the room. The servers graciously steer you toward the best the menu has to offer.
The Food
The seasonal menu from owner and Chef Maria Hines proudly features mainly local, organic ingredients; the few that aren't are thoughtfully underlined. All dishes can be ordered as a series of small plates or as entrées. The month's menu may include items like duck burgers with house-made rolls, heirloom ketchup and crispy fingerling potato chips or crispy pork belly accompanied by French lentils and tomato vinaigrette. Dessert options also rotate, or diners can opt for a selection of American artisanal cheeses.
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Insider Tips
When to GoWhen fully packed, the room can be quite loud, like an overpacked dinner party. Go early or late to avoid the noise.
Look GoodIf ordering small plates, five between two people should do the trick.
Know Before You GoGifts from the kitchen appear, like am amuse bouche to start the meal and a sweet treat with the check, like a small house-made carmel garnished with sea salt.
BrunchBrunch is offered on weekends, with items like eggs scrambled with truffle oil.
User Reviews for Tilth
05/04/2008 Posted by Seattle30something
If you're hungry or have a healthy appetite, this is not the place for you. The food portions are absolutely teeny, but the price is still for a full plate. I've never seen such small portions in my life - doll food. The food itself is tasty and the atmosphere is homey, but one person will need to buy 6 plates and around $100 worth of food just to get a normal sized meal. Save your money and go elsewhere.
Pros: tasty bites
Cons: only one bite per plate!
03/16/2008 Posted by sdcuss
Great atmosphere and interesting menu but I couldn't agree more with Frank Bruni's comments about self satisfaction and what appeared to be a serving staff disinterested in listening to their customers and making them feel welcome. - Seems like the write ups and hype have gone to their heads which will likely deter me from going back. We did enjoy the server Joseph (AKA – Keith Richards) and hope they look to hire more people like him.
Pros: Ambience
Cons: servers
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