"A Cool Hideaway on Beach Drive" TRAVEL+LEISURE
HELYX™ Sourdough Pizza, Pasta + Wine Restaurant
Inside the TRY WINE Collective
Discover Helyx™ Restaurant
HELYX™ ~ EAT GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
In our scratch-kitchen we employ 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 better 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, with our eco-friendly equipment, technologies, and process, HELYX™ produces ZERO. We’re not just focusing on healthy dining; we’re also practicing environmental stewardship 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 comfort 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 Wine Program
As a part of the TRY WINE® COLLECTIVE, 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®which is now the Oldest Wine Bar Restaurant and WINE SHOP in St Petersburg, and with that has grown its Wine Collection to well over 1000 Labels of Premier Wines from around the Globe. Our Restaurant Concepts enjoy the unique ability to Select some of the Jewels of the Cellar to pair perfectly with our Menu and Multi-Course Experiences.
DRINK GOOD, FEEL GOOD!™
Expect the Unexpected as you Experience Elevated FOOD+WINE at HELYX™ and THEORY to VERSE™!
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 Theory to Verse™ 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!™
Our Elevated Multi-Course Experience
"Theory to Verse" by definition, represents the transition from abstract concepts, knowledge, or theology into practical application, lived experience, or poetic expression. (Inside the TRY WINE Collective)
THEORY to VERSE™ spans the breath and depth of our culinary experience and expression, and is thoughtfully designed to awaken the senses. and exceed your expectations.
Oliver Motschmann, Chef/Owner
Bakery + Cafe
Fresh SOURDOUGH BREAD Daily, and your favorite COFFEES; Capucchino, Latte, Espresso, Americano, using only 100% Premium HAWAIIAN Coffee Beans
Give the GIFT of FOOD+WINE!
e-Gift Cards are good across the entire Collective, use at HELYX™ Restaurant, THEORY to VERSE™, the Wine Bar or Retail, 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.