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Helms Bakery
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Helms Bakery
8.2
Chef Sang Yoon’s modern reboot of the historic Helms name is a big, sunny bakery-deli hybrid with serious range. Expect rotating pastries and doughnuts up front, plus sandwich loaves and a grab-and-go counter that keeps lunch traffic humming. It’s a contemporary neighborhood hub more than a precious patisserie.
Must-Try Dishes:
House sourdough loaf, Seasonal doughnuts, Morning buns
Scores:
Value: 7.2
Service: 7.8
Consistency: 7.9
Food Quality: 8.7
Atmosphere: 8.9
Cultural Relevance: 7.6
What makes it special: A revived LA icon with chef-driven baking and a full deli counter.
Who should go: Bread nerds, weekend strollers, quick lunch crews.
When to visit: Weekday mornings to dodge the weekend lines.
What to order: Sourdough, doughnuts, morning bun.
Insider tip: Go mid-afternoon for the shortest pastry line and fresh loaves.
Helms Bakery
7.9
A revived local landmark with a bakery counter plus café dishes that spotlight fresh, seasonal ingredients. Come for pastries and bread, stay for prepared bites that change with market availability.
Must-Try Dishes:
Seasonal cream puffs, Fresh-baked sourdough and baguettes, Café savory plates with market vegetables
Scores:
Value: 7.8
Service: 7.5
Consistency: 7.7
Food Quality: 8.1
Atmosphere: 8.3
Cultural Relevance: 8.2
What makes it special: Historic bakery reborn with modern, seasonal café cooking.
Who should go: Pastry hunters and daytime café regulars.
When to visit: Morning weekdays for the fullest pastry case.
What to order: Cream puff, daily bread, seasonal savory plate.
Insider tip: Arrive early—signature pastries sell out fast.