I'd like to start with THE PRICE RANGE IS NOT TWO OUT OF FOUR STARS!! We had a party of 4 and it cost over $350. It was 3 course. There were 3-5 choices in each course. We didn't know what any of them were so we asked our server to explain them and they seemed a little put out that we had to ask. As for what we chose: First course was 6 small shrimp lying in a small portion of sauce. Second course was a very very small piece of halibut with two dinky pieces of broccoli. Third course was dessert. I left the restaurant hungry. I'm sorry, maybe it is a thing for people to go to places like this to pay a fortune for a Costco sized sample of food, but I'm hungry! As for the food, I thought the fish tasted really good and the shrimp was ok, but we waaaaaaaaaaay overpaid for this meal. In regards to price range, this should be marked FOUR STARS. read more

Such an awesome spot for dinner. I highly recommend the burger. It can be a bit busy and hard to get a spot, but I understand why. It's a super cute place and yummy. read more

Dammit Linden Hills! This neighborhood's siren call is hard to resist. Next to a lake, close to 50th France, Uptown, quaint "downtown" and now home to a wonderful dinner place. No reservations means a long ass wait list from 6pm - 930pm. Is it worth it? Yes if in that hour of waiting, you go to a mall and walk off additional calories for the upcoming meal. Oh and the wait was worth it. We sat at the kitchen bar, which is the best place to sit! You get to see the the engine of the restaurant hard at work. In fact, from my experience, the kitchen bar is ALWAYS the best place to sit. You get quick service, sometimes the chef will offer you free samples, and you are entertained by the skill of these cooks. Yet another reason to move into this neighborhood. My plan is to win the lottery. I don't need the jackpot; I'm not greedy. $100,000 will suffice. read more

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So amazing! Just had a fabulous fried chicken sandwich that was perfection. The pickled onions, pickles and chipotle honey were a perfect mix. Spinach salad is always a winner! Well done! read more

Tilia is excellent on so many levels. The food is excellent. The selection of beer and ciders are amazing. It's small but not crowded. And I love I can walk to it. read more

This place drew crowds from the day it opened. I have had dinner and brunch here. Service is friendly, the decor is casual cool and the feel is that of a neighborhood place. But the place doesn't hold too many people, which means there's no lingering after your meal. They have a few fish options and the fish taco torta is delicious. The scallop entree was also good except they were gritty, which was unexpected for a restaurant of this caliber. The brussel sprouts are one of the best I have had - Mill Valley is a close competition. They accommodated my request for no ham with the brussel sprouts. The fries are a must have - done exactly right, crisp! The shrimp and grits I had at brunch was a little disappointing for the complete lack of heat. If you have room for dessert there is plenty to choose from. Overall, the service and menu are terrific but options are limited for non-dairy, and the lines seem disproportionately long. Don't get me wrong - like I said the food is very good but judging by the number of people waiting to get in one would think there are no decent eateries around. read more

This place is amazing. My husband and I went for breakfast and it was absolutely divine. Their menu was small but filled with exciting culinary selections and the beverage selections (grapefruit mimosa is DELICIOUS) were equally impressive. I love being surprised by the portion size (seemed a bit small) only to find out I can BARELY finish a meal. The atmosphere was sort of old 50's diner meets chic modern style. Loved the tap handles, the back bar and the general layout of the restaurant. Everyone was super friendly and when my husband's back was turned the waitress snuck up and neatly folded up his crumpled linen napkin. Awesome. DEFINITELY coming back...maybe even just for a beer or two. read more

Tilia - Spiced cake with cream cheese frosting... - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

You just can't go wrong here! Loved Tilia top to bottom! Looks great, service and food absolutely amazing! Our waiter Tony was funny, attentive and made recommendations that were perfect! We followed his lead and ordered all of them! I honestly think you can order anything though! We had the house salad which was lightly dressed, and so flavorful. (House - Arugula, red onion, lemon, olive oil, pecorino, sea salt), This is kind of embarrassing, but between four people we had three orders of the Brussels sprouts. I would drive a hundred miles for this preparation! (Brussels Sprouts - Ham & walnuts), next we had the shrimp - Loved it! Wanted to lick the dish, but for the record, didn't. (Shrimp Peas, spicy scampi sauce, grilled scallion) and finally we had the scallops. Preparation was perfect- flavors and combinations winning (Scallops - Caramelized nori, daikon radish, Chinese mustard) Yep, as the rating notes...."Woohoo! As good as it gets." I'll be back! Maybe tomorrow! read more

Another really awesome brunch spot. It's a bit more pricey then my other "weekly" restaurants, but their food is quality! Last time we went I ordered a special of Shrimp balls, with lobster, and smothered with a Kim Chee Hollandaise Sauce (don't knock it to you try it). If you are an adventurous eater, try something off the menu that you have no idea what it should taste like. Somehow, the Tilia chefs sprinkle their magic dust into the dish and make it amazing. read more

Tilia - Ellie with Chilequiles with Poached Eggs - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Best brunch I've had in a long time. Our waitress was phenomenal--her recommendations were on par and she was friendly and patient with an indecisive bunch. We ordered the house-brewed cochair steamer, Reuben Benedict, their omelette of the day, and the smashed hash browns. Absolutely ZERO complaints. The food was fresh, tasty, not greasy, and exactly as it was described on the menu. Portions are big--I recommend ordering a few things and sharing. Just FYI, they only serve beer and wine--they offer mimosas and a beer Bloody Mary if you prefer libations with your brunch. Love the neighborhood vibe & will definately ho back--there are lots of other things on the menu I still have to try! read more

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My husband and I have now been to Tilia twice with friends for brunch. Both times the service and food were superb. Seriously, Tilia seems to have the most friendly, laid back waitstaff in the Twin Cities. Obviously it's typically busier later in the morning, so we ended up sitting at the bar the first time. The bartender was funny, charming, and proud of the food. Our service the second time around was just as good. As for food, Tilia's corn bread waffle lobster benedict is hands-down the best eggs benedict I've had in the Cities (except for the husband's), and that's saying something because it's my mission to try it whenever I see it offered. At any rate, I expected the waffles to be too heavy for the dish, but that turned out not to be the case at all. They were light, fluffy, and the perfect compliment to the rich hollandaise and lobster. Also, the hollandaise is super lemony, which brings out the flavor of the lobster. This dish is incredibly rich, so don't be fooled by what looks like a small portion. Shout-outs must also be given to the biscuits and gravy, braised pork shoulder (GIANT portion), hashbrowns (with plenty of options for hot sauce), and shrimp and grits (not on the menu, but a special the last Saturday). Oh, and the pancakes with warm cranberry compote, hazelnut whipped cream & maple syrup came highly recommended from our seat neighbors this last time around; they must have been delicious because the couple ate every last crumb! All in all, high marks! read more

Tilia - Corn Bread Waffles Benedict: Lobster, garlic-lemon spinach, slow-poached eggs & bacon hollandaise. Mmmmmm. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The food and friendly staff made this a good experience for our party of four. First, the prices. Don't go here if you can't afford to. My brunch alone was $30, and the portion sizes were just average. They serve beer and wine, but no hard liquor. This made it quite frustrating when I ordered a Bloody Mary for lunch, but they pointed out a beer I might like. The servers were very friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable about the food. Everyone at our table loved the dishes that were recommended to them. It's not a huge place, so be prepared to wait a bit. Will definitely go back when I'm in the area. read more

Is "hidden gem" too cliche? It doesn't matter really, it's true of this place. They don't even have a sign hanging outside - no logo or name on their awning. Tilia is not near home for me, but it will be a common destination going forward. The first time, a friend introduced me to this modernish-diner-like-bar-slash-restaurant, I fell immediately in love with the beer selection. Often changing, order-by-number, taste until you find one you love, served up by knowledgeable, friendly bartenders, the beer list is to die for. Then I tried the mussels. To clarify, they were steamed mussels served with tomatoes and chorizo "sauce" and crusty bread. I ate them months ago, and haven't stopped thinking about the since. Seriously. When I stopped in during the morning the next time, I would have eaten mussels for breakfast had they been available that early. On the second go-round with my new favorite gourmet hipster bistro, I dragged along the boyfriend, whose favorite food in the known universe is Eggs Benedict. On the brunch menu at Tilia? Cornbread waffle lobster eggs benedict. What?! They were spectacular. We sat at the diner-side of the bar, overlooking the cooks making hashbrowns and plating all of the deliciousness. Oh, did I mention they don't give you salt, pepper, nor condiments that aren't already a part of the dish? I'm sure they'd hand them over were you to ask, but I'm sure it's just because they are so confident in how perfectly seasoned and flavorful their dishes are already. And they're right. It's hard to screw up hashbrowns. It's also hard to make them amazing, without loading them full of cheese and veggies. Tilia manages to have the most perfectly-textured, seasoned, far-from-plain-old, plain old hashbrowns. I ordered the Braised Pork Shoulder, described on the menu as "Johnny cake, sweet corn-poblano "hollandaise," radish, red onion, lime & cilantro." It was exactly that, plus fresh jalapeno slices. And it was perfect. Every single bite was flavorful, and while I was looking at the photo I took of it just now, I'm quite sure I started drooling. Bottom line? Eat here. If there's a line, wait in it. Bring a little cash, it's not cheap. It is worth every minute of waiting, and every cent of the price. read more

Tilia - Pork shoulder brunch. Perfect mix of flavors, great seasoning. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Visited this spot this past weekend for brunch with a few friends as one of our first dine in experiences since COVID. The place itself is small but really lovely. They also had a small patio. The food was generally quite good. My friends both had the omelette and I had the chilaquiles and my wife had the French toast. All well seasoned and cooked. The omelettes were a bit cold. However the service was the worst I have had in the whole twin cities. With only 3 tables full our server took forever to get us coffees, forgot to bring my friends coffees, and did not even try to refill waters or beverages - it took us 3 requests each time to get either of these. He also forgot to bring us table ware and this required two requests. For the fairly expensive price (5 bucks for a drip coffee and 12 bucks for a mimosa), truly expected much more. Will probably not come back here given the plethora of good food options in the area that all have better service. 3/5 at best. read more

Given that Tilia is such a trendy and popular place at the moment, we didn't expect to be seated immediately. That is the only drawback I can think of for this amazingly wonderful blend of hipster-gourmet fare and lively ambiance. The environment felt more like we were guests in someone's home rather than in a restaurant. We loved the small quarters filled with intense aromas and positive energy. The noise level was a bit high but it was still pleasant. I believe the moderate to low lighting scheme helped to balance the noise level. We sat at the counter in front of the kitchen. At first, we doubted it would be as pleasant as we would be so near the "help" but it turned out to be an interesting and fun experience. The service was fast, friendly and casual. Very pleasant, indeed. The food? The food was amazing. AMAZING. We started with soup and salad and were very pleasantly surprised at how flavorful the outcomes were. It is obvious how much careful preparation has gone into balancing flavors, aromas and textures in these dishes without the feeling that the creator was trying too hard. The presentation was also beautiful without being pretentious. If you don't mind the long wait and small bar, Tilia is a must. We shalll return again soon! read more

Tilia - Beet salad - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

We had reservations for a birthday last week. My day turned into a trash dumpster fire and we ended up late after spending an hour and a half in the car with two small children. Staff was kind to me on the phone when I called to say we were late and kind when we were even later. I hated being late and it's not a normal thing for me. So, I cannot over state how much I appreciated these small kindnesses. We had the burger, fish torta, two kids meals, and the reuban. All were tasty, but my favorite was the crunchy tart fish torta. You probs better go get that. We also had an order of fries. They're not my cup of tea, but maybe they're yours. I like my fries cooked just a little harder. We had the famous butterscotch pot de creme. Which was of course lovely. Service was competent and kind. The space is small, but it's divided into areas and so I don't think it feels too cramped. In other news, the Minneapolis mayor was also in and he was kind enough to shake my kid's hand. This has nothing to do with Tilia, except, geez.... If it's good enough for the mayor... read more

What an experience! Just got back from brunch at Tilia, and it was absolutely phenomenal! We were welcomed by a lovely Megan, who made us feel at home. She took care of us, in a first class way, while being super friendly and suggesting delicious dishes. The nicest gesture though had to be when I mentioned casually that my bday was in a few days, to use that as an excuse to order their delicious donut holes. Well, Megan surprised me with a birthday candle when she presented them at the table. This is what great service and ambiance is about, in my opinion. We all had the Reuben Benedict, and it was the most absolutely sublime mixture of flavors and textures. They made us have an amazing dining experience, and we look forward to coming back again to have a drink at their bar. -Rosa (who has borrowed Rob's Yelp.... Temporarily.) read more

Tilia - Reubens Benedict for Sunday brunch with my brother. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Went for brunch, Had their Ginger mimosa and hot chai, Their chai blend was an in-house blend was awesome. Avocado toast was great, if you get that try it with a side of hash. Ruben Benedict was great also. read more

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I'll preface this with: someone I thought I trusted with recommendations told me this was their favorite restaurant. I was very disappointed and, if I could, I'd have given 3.5. Since it's a local restaurant and maybe I just picked bad choices, I'm giving it a chance. Cute little casual restaurant, a little vintage of a vibe. I don't think I'd call it romantic by any means but it is a little pricey. I chose to drink a Hefeweizen because I like them usually but the Sierra Nevada type I ordered was too hoppy and that definitely contributed to my dissatisfaction. I ordered the orecchiette which was covered in pesto, pine nuts, Parmesan and kale. The flavors were okay but the pesto was pretty overwhelming. My husband ordered the lamb pasta dish and enjoyed it thoroughly, though was disappointed with portion size. If I hadn't shared my pasta with him, we would've definitely had to stop by some fast food on the way home to fill him up. Admittedly we could've ordered an appetizer so maybe that's our fault. In their defense, service was excellent. Our server was very attentive, she was very knowledgeable of the menu and food delivery was impressively quick. Also, I'll add that I didn't complain about anything (I'm not the complaining type) and if I had, I'm sure the staff would've made corrections or been happy to replace everything. I'd love to give this place another shot but, with so many other new places I want to try, the price and my experience, I don't think I'll be returning. read more

Our first attempt to try this restaurant we found it closed because they were changing the menu. Tonight we successfully dined there. My husband had the Tuesday pasta special - Tortilini. Although this was a tasty dish the portion was EXTREMELY small!!! We laughed when it was brought to our table with it looking more like an appetizer portion. We felt it was hardly worth the price tag of $17.00 read more

Tilia - A Tuesday night, tortellini pasta special. With this VERY small portion I hardly felt it was hardly worth the $17.00 price tag. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Thank you for being consistant! Although I've only been for a few brunches, they have all been wonderful experiences. I've sat at both the bar and at booths. LOVE the chilaquiles and they even customized it once with some lobster. Yes, I need to make it back for dinner; each time we've tried, the wait didn't work into our schedule. I recommended that a girlfriend and husband take her in-laws, visiting from New York, there on a Friday night (along with their 1 year old). I said it would be worth the wait if they put in their name and walked around the neighborhood. I was taking a chance because I hadn't had dinner there yet. BUT, she called to report that it was a fabulous experience, worth the wait, and they loved everything. SO, I am yelping on the consistant experience that I've had, my friends have had, and my referrals. :) read more

Tilia - Chilaquiles with lobster. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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This is a hidden gem. Though the wait was long , it was worth it. Unique menu offering. The milk poached calamari was simply divine. The spicy chicken thigh had this delicious sauce to die for that it served as an additional dip for the even better fries! Spring onion soup, fish taco sandwich , house salad ....the list goes on. This is a must try spot. read more

The food really deserves at least 4 stars, but I couldn't help but dock it down because of the space. Décor: I've been here for brunch and dinner and my criticism is the same both times- they need to expand or get a bigger space!! There are seats at the bar by the kitchen, large wooden booths and of course, just normal chairs/tables. But this place is small and there is always a ton of people blocking the door (this has to be a fire hazard...) Anyway, we had a party of 5 and they had us sit in one of the booths- 3 on one side and 2 on the other. Needless to say, the 3 on one side wasn't the most comfortable. I came for dinner another time with just one other person and still felt claustrophobic. Service: Super nice the first time, but sort of lackluster the second time. At least my water was always filled. Food at brunch: - Fries: They have really good, thin, crispy/crunchy fries. They aren't at the shoe-string thinness yet, but just a tad thicker. The 'fry sauce' confuses me though because to me, it's like a wannabe ketchup- it doesn't have a bold tomato taste nor is it sweet/savory. It's just.. odd - Fish taco torta: Such a beautiful work of layering! The ingredients are fresh and that shows- a nice crispy piece of fried fish filet stacked with tortilla chips, lettuce/slaw, tomatoes and sauce between two pieces of toasted soft bun bread. Yum! - Crab omelette- This wasn't my dish, but I personally wish I got this as my breakfast dish, lol. The eggs were nice and fluffy and the flavor was great. Food at dinner: - Beet salad: Pretty simple, but the fresh ingredients stood out - Potted meat- Ohh, so luscious! I wish they provided some more of the mustard/pickled toppings-- I need some contrast/acid to cut into the fattiness. - I was disappointed in was my friend's entrée- I can't remember which one it was on the menu, but it was a pasta (either tagliatelle or papardelle?) in a dark sauce with meat on top of it (lamb? pork?). Nonethless, the pasta was not well done--- kind of grainy and kind of cold. The flavor wasn't bold and the sauce was lacking. Overall: I'm glad I finally came to try Tilia for both a dinner and brunch service and while the food is good, the wait and the space is so frustrating that I'd prefer to go somewhere else. read more

Tilia - Brunch: Fish Torta - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

My second lunch here, and it was just as amazing as the first. I had the butternut squash soup, the fish taco torta, and the chocolate pudding cake and an espresso for dessert. Everything was amazing! I have to say though that during my prior visit I had the pork belly with lentils and that is still my favorite! I did post a picture of the soup and dessert. Many people have already posted pictures of the fish, so I didn't feel like I needed to post another one. Both times that I have been in I have been alone and I have sat at the chefs bar so as to save the tables for parties of two or more. Just kidding! I sit up there because I love to watch the guys work, they are funny, attentive, and sometimes if you are lucky they will pass you a sample of some spicy little peanuts that they just fried up to top off their kale dish :). I used to be a cook on a hot line and I miss the friendly banter that goes on between the cooks. Sitting up there watching the action makes me want to cook again! read more

Tilia - Butternut Squash Soup. Amazing. - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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The quintessential sophisticated neighborhood go to. Chef driven, great service, always something that appeals. The grilled romaine was perfect. Cocktails too. read more

Was immediately welcomed when I walked in yesterday both hostess and waitress was very attentive and food came almost immediately. I ordered the fish taco torta and fries. The fish taco torta was to die for, deffinitely squeeze the lime they give you on it. The fries was ok, nothing special about it except they serve it in a cone. read more

Tilia - Fish taco torta - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Great breakfast - a bit artsy yet causal. Had the special omelet with some jelly inside. Pretty yummy and the coffee was good too. Fun bears on tap but resisted because its breakfast. read more

Tilia - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

Tilia is undoubtedly the gem of the Minneapolis food scene. I have been on a number of occasions and have never been disappointed with what I have ordered. My all time favorite is the Cacio De Pepe which is absolutely as amazing as everyone says it is. The menu always feels so thoughtful and the wine selection is fantastic. Highly highly recommend! read more

I haven't been here in years but was super excited to venture further out of St. Paul and go here tonight! My hubby let me order for the whole meal (smart guy ). We split the meatballs, shrimp and Ruben with the help of our server. All were awesome! I'd gladly order them all again- especially the shrimp! read more

Tilia - Meatballs - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

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Sure, Tilia has been around for a while - it's not one of the 'new hot spots' - but it's longevity is a testament to its consistency. Fantastic pairings of flavors and every dish done right. Everything is perfectly portioned so you feel satisfied but not uncomfortably stuffed. The cocktails are well-balanced and unique (riffs on classics and some new combinations)... But it really comes down to the people. Callie was great, helping us to make some spot-on decisions and with her Tilia friends, made sure everything came out at the right time and our water glasses were never empty. It's the little things I suppose and maybe I've missed going out so much that it simply felt wonderful to have someone take care of everything - but it was so appreciated. Thank you TILIA for all that you do. read more

Tilia is a restaurant that I like to call fancy casual. It's not a fussy place and you don't have to dress up to go there, but the food is great and fit for foodies. My husband and I recently went for a casual, low-key anniversary dinner and had a great time. We started with the chicken liver mousse which was really tasty. The portion size is quite substantial, so order it if you're really hungry, or plan on taking some home (that's what we did!). We also ordered the cacio e pepe to share. Their take had my husband and I divided - he prefers a more traditional version with Romano cheese, but I thought their use of fennel pollen was interesting! The flavor of the fennel pollen actually mimicked salt in a way to me which was pretty neat! For mains, I got the sea bass and my husband got the steak. The sea bass was seriously great - it had a rich and slight smokey southern vibe to it with just the BAREST hint of a kick - so tasty! My husband was slightly less pleased with the beef. It came with a watercress purée which he thought was just a bit too bitter, and a polenta cake which was a bit sweet. I think his main thought was that there was a lack of balance. We ended the meal with a very strange preparation of a panna cotta - it was a spiced panna cotta with what was essentially a rhubarb shaved ice on top with fresh basil. I thought it was fun and interesting to eat, but some of the places in the panna cotta were chunky and some were smooth. I'm not sure if it was due to having ice on top of it, but it wasn't my favorite. Also, i would have preferred the basil come in a different presentation than just the leaves - maybe a foam or an oil? I hate chewing herbs while eating a dessert. All in all, worthwhile trip and glad to have a snack portion of chicken liver mousse for later! read more

This is my second time coming to this cute place for brunch. The place is usually pretty packed, but there's always 1-2 tables that are available without much of a wait time. I believe the menu changes (although I'm not 100% sure about it), the last time I had the salmon egg Benedict which was delicious but didn't see it on the menu this time. We had the Rueben Benedict, omelette (made with super yummy goodness), fish taco torta. Wait time for food was just a slight touch longer than usual but it was totally worth it when the food came. Presentation was perfect (a lot of brunch places skim on the presentation), but the chefs here take it seriously. Every dish tasted like they put in serious effort to make the food taste like heaven in your mouth. Which Is what I truly appreciate about this place. The Rueben Benedict doesn't look like a large dish but was super yummy. The corned beef hash was to die for, the softly fried crunchy exterior mixed with the soft interior just yearns for you to take the next bite. You have to try it. I had the omelette- made out of about 4 eggs. The egg was smooth, and in the middle of the omelet is a mixture of cheese, beef ....topped with well seasoned olive oil. Let me just say, I was hesitant to spend $10 on an omelette but it was so worth it because it was so so good, definitely one of the BEST omelette I've ever had. Kent enjoyed the taco, it was well done but I think the other 2 dishes were the winners for the day, for sure! Definitely my favorite brunch place for the excellent excellent food that is well priced ! Do give this place a try and you won't be disappointed ! read more

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Be prepared to wait a long time for a table. But the wait is well worth it. We wanted to try a number of the dishes, we asked for a tasting menu, they honored our request and the food was fantastic! We ate at the counter, watching the cooks work their asses off. I was worried they were going to sweat into the food it was so hot. I especially enjoyed the beet salad, the vinegar dressing drizzled on it was tangy and fit perfectly with the pickled beets. The duck with the lavender dressing was also very tasty. The only negative was the fact the food was so good we needed double the portions! read more

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Lunches Chileques: blast of flavor! Very well executed. Love it! Baked Apple Waffles. Very fun and good. The menu looks very interesting, I will be back! The waiter was the best. I will be back. read more

Tilia - Beer menu - New American Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I went her for lunch to meet a friend. Cute space. Causal, trendy, vintage-esk. Was disappointed that they only had one soup and that the Rueben was out. But I stuck to their half portion of the Moroccan carrot. The flavor was good. The soup wasn't very hot however. And the half portion was pretty tiny for 7 dollars. Had the torta that everyone raves about and all the flavors and textures were fantastic! Loved every bite. However at 13 dollars for a lunch sandwich I was surprised that the only thing it was served with were 2 limes. 20 dollars for a a cup of soup and a sandwich is a little pricey for me when it comes to lunch. The server was very knowledgeable and the menu and was the perfect amount of attentive while not being annoying. I'm big into always having water and it seems trendy now to have a Dixie cup size glass on the table for some odd reason. But she was great about making sure the tiny glass always had water in it! Would give 3.5 stars if able based on the flavors and service!!! Price points are slightly too steep. read more

We ordered several items for Thanksgiving. Our expectations were high, as it was expensive and Tilia has a reputation for excellent food. The turkey was cut into small pieces and dry. We put it in the oven under the time they suggested. It was hardly edible. We put the jus over it that was included, but it didn't help.( But, our dog enjoyed it) All portions were small. We ordered 2 orders of mashed potatoes, thinking it was plenty for 4 people. Nope. But, they were tasty. The dressing was good, but the sauce that came with it was missing. Overall, disappointing. They can do better. read more

It was past midnight on a Saturday night, but I really wanted a sit down meal and not diner food or fast food. Read some article and saw that Tilia's was still serving food via the in between menu. Tilia's is a small but really cute restaurant tucked in Linden Hills. It was pretty dead when we were there, given the time. First off, our server, Sadie, was amazing (ay girl, if you're reading this let's chill). She was so personable and helpful when we had no idea what to order. We ended up getting the chicken liver mousse, turkey burger and a half order of fries. The liver mousse is really good, especially with the crostini (which our girl brought us more of). However, I think I would actually prefer it warm instead of cold. The turkey burger was awesome; it was savory and juicy and surprisingly flavorful. And the fries were the perfect addition to our burger. If this is what their in between menu is like, I'm definitely coming again for their regular menu. read more

Just ok. 40 bucks for two meatless pasta entrees a bit pricey. The chicken liver pate bland and popcorn on top was curious at best. It took 3 requests for a beer from the menu before the house could honor a request. Can't understand why a request for a 4-top booth cannot be accommodated midweek after 8pm when the restaurant is 3/4 empty. Guess tour buses must stop unexpectedly often. I don't agree with the owners tacking onto the check and employee wellness surcharge...pay for your own employee benefits and not surcharge your customers! Consider reducing your profits just a bit and provide your employees with what other reputable employers already do. Although the check suggests one to engage their server if an explanation is needed, an end of a meal on your customers time does not seem appropriate. Just ok. Not reason enough to return read more

We had come to Tilia twice for brunch and loved it. I think one time it was for lunch actually. All the food was excellent and we couldn't wait to come for dinner. We came for dinner one night and we seriously left pissed that we wasted our stomach space. I don't recall what we had, but it was prob half the menu and there wasn't one good dish. The best dishes were average. The bad dishes were inedible. We both agreed it was one of the worst dining experiences we had in a long time. However, since we had 2 great experiences before this for brunch, we came again about a month later. Same thing!!! I think it even trumped the first time for the worst dining experience. I really believed they were training in a new cook because no self respected restaurant would serve dishes like what we got. read more

The saving grace of this place is absolutely the food. We came for lunch; the reuben, cauliflower, and brussel sprouts were all equally amazing. Especially the house made thousand island. High end restaurant quality food. The wait staff staff here is completely clueless. It's hard to tell if any given person is a bartender, waitress, hostess, or just a clueless stranger from the street wandering around the seating area. Although we were the only ones at the bar area, we had to ask the bartender if we were able to order drinks while we waited. Several tables were open, and although we were told they were for reservations, they split them apart to seat smaller parties (also walk in) while we waited. Food took over an hour-and-a-half, despite other parties being seated, eating , and paying before we took a bite. read more