Angelenos have dreamed of reopening the iconic Helms Bakery since 2012, when Father’s Office and Luxion chef Sang Yoon announced his intention to re-debut the storied bakery, but the reboot was It took until today for it to become a reality. Helms Bakery is now officially open at its original location at 3280 Helms Avenue in Culver City.
For beginners and those who have moved to Los Angeles, here is a review. Founded in 1931, the bakery was the original supplier to the 1932 Summer Olympics Sames. That’s why the company’s logo features the instantly recognizable Olympic rings. The space eventually closed in 1969, but the complex that once housed it (and its signature neon sign) has survived ever since with a mix of restaurants and furniture stores.
Helms Bakery 2.0 currently occupies more than 14,000 square feet in the complex, Eater reports. According to the outlet, the pre-cooked delicacies are prepared under the supervision of Nanol Harboyan, executive chef for Destroyer and Walt Disney World’s large-scale operations. Bread and pastries will be handled by Bakery Director Jacob Fraiho.
As featured on Instagram, patrons can sample a wide selection of European and American cuisine, from cherry pie to egg sandwiches, chicken pot pies, and prepared meals, along with a variety of drinks served at the drinks counter. You can order from.
“Everything will be fresh and produced in small batches. When we run out, we’ll replace it,” Yun told Eater. “When you’re open all day, you don’t want to look at the same pastries. You want to come in with a new reason.”
Obviously, there will be many reasons for locals to participate.
