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Helm Bar
Helm Bar, Cockle Bay
Level 1, 1 Wheat Road, Aquarium Wharf
Darling Harbour NSW 2000
Phone (02) 9290 1571
Fax (02) 9262 3058
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Overview
Helm Bar is situated in Cockle Bay next to the Sydney Aquarium. Formerly known as Pier 26 bar, it has a first class location on the harbours edge with a large alfresco area to kick back, relax and enjoy a meal and a drink. Helm Bar is newly refurbished, the architect has tried to create a feeling of walking on board a luxury motor yacht.
We offer a wide range of local and imported beers, wines, spirits and superb cocktails. We also offer patrons a wide and tempting selection of food. Our talented chef sources the freshest ingredients to create memorable dishes perfectly matched to Helm Bar’s relaxed ambience.
Helm Bar is the perfect place for your work drinks or corporate functions, intimate cocktail parties or large social events and also bookings for dining at lunch. We can cater for most occasions.
We pride ourselves on old school hospitality, service with a smile and professional and informative staff. This all complemented by our fabulous new bar overlooking the world’s best harbour.
So, whether you're looking for a location to impress, soak up the spectacular views or simply share a drink with friends, Helm Bar has it all.
Open from 11am till late 7 days a weeks.
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User Reviews on Helm Bar
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Highly Recommended |
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Drinks 9 |
Ambience 9 |
Service 8 |
Value 10 |
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I just left Helm Bar and was also there last Saturday and had the most fabulous night. We ate some of the share plates and they were fantastic, sampled some of the cocktails the carafe ones are a treat! I loved the Sangria one of the best I've ever had. The Dj really got the place pumpinjg and evryone really seemed to be enjoying themselves. We were in a group of about 10 people and they all can't wait to go back.
I think they have done a fabulous job with the renovations and should be commended on their efforts. Friendly staff, great atmosphere, music and yummy food. So happy you're open again.
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Mary Sue -
See my reviews 1 , 07 August 2008
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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Drinks 2 |
Ambience 3 |
Service 2 |
Value 2 |
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Went to Helm Bar last night; the makeover has been quite successful but the security staff were boorish, bar staff seemed inexperienced and it is fair to say there was a large amount of riffraff among the clientele. The bar has been moved to the west side of the building which opens up the main area substantially. The alfresco area has overhead heating and the lights cycle between various colours which is neat.
I ordered a round of cocktails; the bar had run out of mint so I could not order a mojito and got blank looks when I asked for a caprioska. There was a single staff member making all the cocktails so the poor guy was flat out and when our order arrived the drinks were quite frankly complete disappointing.
The security staff were hopeless. When we went to leave via the main entrance, one of the guys turned to us and said 'we are exiting via the rear tonight'. One of my companions asked if we could continue down the stairs as we were here already and it would save the inconvenience of walking back through all the patrons. He simply repeated himself so we complied. I thought perhaps there was a big lineup out the front but when we walked past there was not a soul outside other than the bouncers.
The music was good. The dj actually had some taste and played some really good tunes. I should have asked his name. There were plenty of bose speakers around the place but there was quite a bit of fuzz on the output; quite a common complaint in a venue but not when a brand new audio system has been installed.
We went on a saturday night and frankly this is place lacks any class. If you would like to behave like a complete trash bag with a view of the harbour then by all means saddle up and come on down. In the three hours we attended there was a smashed glass (which was not cleaned up) and several drunken falls which resulted in much laughter and applause by patrons in the immediate vicinity. Plenty of people were off their faces without consuming any alcohol and you would have thought binging was a requirement of the establishment if you were to drink.
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paul.marsh -
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Helm Bar Details
Helm Bar, Cockle Bay Level 1, 1 Wheat Road, Aquarium Wharf Darling Harbour NSW 2000
Phone (02) 9290 1571
Fax (02) 9262 3058
Enquiries
Helm Bar
(02) 9290 1571
Email alicia@helmbar.com.au
Website
Map
Cuisine
Modern Australian
Cater to Special Diets
Opening Hours
Mon to Sat 11am - 3am
Sun 11am - Noon
Serves
Lunch
Dinner
Average Meal Price
$33 - based on one entree & main course only
Prices
Admission
There is no entrance fee
General Price
Entrees $8.00-$15.00
Mains $12.00-$30.00
Desserts $5.00-$10.00
Prices last updated: 07/2008
Bookings
Bookings Preferred
Max Booking Size 400
Helm Bar is the perfect place for your work drinks or corporate functions, intimate cocktail parties or large social events and also bookings for dining at lunch. At Helm Bar we can cater for most occasions.
Licensed
Wine Selection
We have a large array of Australian and Internation wines at affordable prices. Sure to satisfy all palates.
Entertainment/Live Music
Dj's on Friday and Saturday nights and in the warmer months bands on Sunday afternoons. The Dj's play funky house music mixed with some golden oldies to get everyone dancing. Sunday arvo bands will change between jazz, acoustic, smaller scale acts so your conversation isn't drowned out whilst you have a drink and enjoy the views.
Special Features
Bistro/Brasserie
Business Friendly
Entertainment/ Music
Good For Groups
Has Bar
Hip & Trendy
Outdoor Dining
Romantic & Intimate
Water View
Wheelchair Access
Specialties
Signature Wagyu Helm Burger
Share Plates
Schnitzels
Steaks
Payment Types
Amex Diners Mastercard Visa EFTPos
Parking
Ample or Convenient Parking
Sussex Street has many parking stations. The best ones are near the corner of Market Street. From here you walk to the Pyrmont Foot Bridge and go down the escalators to the water where we are situated.
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