Helms Bakery reopens in Culver City – NBC Los Angeles

by Junna Base November 9, 2024

What you should know

Helm’s Bakery
3220 Helms Avenue in Los Angeles
Chef Sang Yoon reopened the bakery in Culver City on November 1st; Although the bakery was closed for several decades, fans remember the bakery as a Southern California staple and “the ‘official bread’ of the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics.”
Limited opening hours: Wednesday-Sunday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m

The Helms Bakery District, Culver City’s massive destination for fine furniture design, great burgers, delicious cocktails and playful pop-up events, actually has “Helms Bakery” in its name.

And yet?

For decades there was no Helms Bakery in the bustling hub of style, snacks and art pleasure.

The former but still famous Helms Bakery closed in 1969, leaving behind its lush legacy and famous shield-themed sign.

Now “the ‘Official Bread’ of the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics” is back with sandwiches, coffee, snack shopping and, oh yeah, a buttery batch of baked goods.

Chef Sang Yoon of Father’s Office and Lukshon is at the forefront of the bakery’s comeback, a process that has taken a decade.

The new Helms Bakery opened November 1st; Come by, admire the airy character, browse the large selection and pick up some fine pastries.

Or take a moment now and look at photos of the large and light-filled room…

Helm’s Bakery

The new Helms Bakery features several elements, including “an all-day marketplace.”