"A Cool Hideaway on Beach Drive" TRAVEL+LEISURE
HELYX™ Sourdough Restaurant + Wine Bar
Inside the TRY WINE Collective.
Discover Helyx™ Restaurant
HELYX™ ~ EAT GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
In our kitchen we deploy cutting-edge eco-friendly equipment and production technologies, combined with traditional organic practices like in-house fermentation, culturing, pickling, and sourdough production—allowing us to create dishes that are as delicious as they are clean, healthy, and easy to digest. Our low-impact high quality philosophy extends deep into our supply chain, partnering with micro producers who share our commitment to ethical, ecological, honest and sustainable practices. While most commercial kitchens generate over 10,000 pounds of cooking grease waste per year HELYX™ produces ZERO. We’re not just redefining healthy dining; we’re redefining responsibility—demonstrating that extraordinary cuisine and environmental stewardship can thrive together. Every choice we make respects not only the well being of our guests but also the environment. EAT GOOD, FEEL GOOD!
Our Culinary Style
Avant-Garde Gastronomy™
/ˌäˌvänˈɡärd ɡaˈstränəmē /
At HELYX™, we define our Culinary Style as Avant-Garde Gastronomy™ ~ A seamless fusion of traditional, old-world techniques with globally inspired innovation, using cutting-edge food science, state-of-the-art equipment, and sustainable culinary thinking to craft dishes that are as flavorful and imaginative as they are conscientious and healthy.
EAT GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
NO SEED OILS
NO FRYERS
ALL SOURDOUGH
HONEST + HEALTHY
SUSTAINABLY DRIVEN
Our Elevated Multi-Course Experiences
At HELYX™ each expertly designed Experience is a fully curated FOOD+WINE journey, inspired by the rich regional culinary and wine-making traditions the world over. With a focus on fresh, authentic ingredients and bold, vibrant flavors, expertly matched to their regional wines, every dish is a creative
re-imagined celebration of our world's diverse culinary canvas.
RE-LAUNCHING SOON (see Menu Draft below)
Our Wines
As HELYX™ at TRY WINE®, we are able to source our Wines from one of the Largest Wine Collections in St. Petersburg, the Cellar at TRY WINE®. Established in 2014, TRY WINE® is now the Oldest Wine Bar Restaurant in St Petersburg, and with that has grown its Wine Collection to well over 1000 Bottles of Premier Wines from around the Globe. HELIX™ enjoys the unique ability to Select some of the Jewels of the Cellar to pair perfectly with our Multi-Course Experiences.
DRINK GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
Expect the Unexpected as you Experience Elevated FOOD+WINE at HELYX™!
Our Chef/Owner
After a lifetime of exploring the finest in culinary and wine from around the world, and driven by a deep passion for both, Oliver founded TRY WINE® in 2014—embarking on a most ambitious journey. As the creative force behind its vision and direction, he has spent the past 12 years thoughtfully shaping both the wine collection and culinary program. This includes the creation of HELYX™, our highly evolved, eco-friendly restaurant concept, and HELYX Multi-Course—our elevated, themed FOOD+WINE experiences. Together with our dedicated team, Oliver weaves these complementary worlds into a seamless tapestry of FOOD+WINE, where every detail is crafted to deliver something both unmistakable and unforgettable.
EAT GOOD, DRINK GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
DRAFT ~ NEW "Summer Tasting Menu" Designed by Chef Oliver (Courses and Descriptions Subject to Change)
First COURSE ~ CAPRESE SALAD
EUROPE
Pickled Cherry Tomato and Basil-Lemon infused Panna-Cotta, topped with Brined Green Peppercorn, Fried Capers, House Made Clementine Balsamic and EVOO
Second COURSE ~ PICKLED AFRICAN ROCK LOBSTER
AFRICA
House Pickled African Rock Lobster over a dusting of Peri-Peri Spice and Candied Lemon Pulp, topped with Garlic Butter Caviar (Spherification)
*Third COURSE ~ TZATZIKI
MIDDLE EAST ASIA
Sourdough Walnut and Dill Bread, Confit Garlic and Lemon infused Labne, EVOO Olive Oil and Sweet and Spicy House Pickled Cucumber Chips (dehydrated)
Fourth COURSE ~ CARBONARA ASADA RAVIOLI
CENTRAL AMERICA
Bison Carne Asada stuffed Sourdough Ravioli, in a Queso Blanco Cheese Sauce with Roasted Red Chile Lime Pepper Brittle (Sugar Glass), and Cilantro Peas (Spherification)
Fifth COURSE ~ PISCO SOUR ICE CREAM
SOUTH AMERICA
House Made Ice Cream with Pisco (South American brandy distilled from fermented grape juice) Lime, Tarragon, Mint and White Pepper
Give the GIFT of FOOD+WINE!
e-Gift Cards are good across the entire Collective, use at HELYX Restaurant and Wine Bar or On-Line and In-Store at TRY WINE. Perfect for that FOOD + WINE Lover on your List! PHYSICAL and CORPORATE GIFT CARDS also available, Call 727-898-9463
if you’re looking for something elevated, intimate, and unforgettable, HELYX is a must! We were offered a gourmet five-course tasting menu with expertly paired wines for each course, and from the moment we stepped into the private dining room, we knew we were in for something extraordinary. The space is elegantly understated, intimate, and designed for connection—perfect for small groups and special occasions. The dishes were as stunning to look at as they were to taste: fresh, locally sourced, and presented with care. I’m already dreaming of my next visit.