Leilani Hut

Long Beach, California, United States

The Leilani was in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach. It opened in 1937 and closed in 1974 when it became "The Stockpot".

Al Britt was the original owner who was a merchant seaman. He sold, or died, around 1953 or 1954. Don May bought the Leilani from the second owner, in June, 1955 and had a grand-re-opening under his own name on July 15th, 1956.

It was Don who re-named the bar the "Leilani Hut".

Don was also the owner of The Hawaiian and The Gay 90's on Signal Hill. He also started the continuing tradition of the lighted floating Christmas trees in Belmont Shore.

The interior of the Leilani Hut had some large Hawaiian scene murals. It was also known for its bawdy artwork in the men's restroom.

It is now a Legends sports bar since 1979.