The Hula Hut Drive-In - Whittier
West Whittier-Los Nietos, California, United States
There were apparently 4 Hula Hut Drive-In locations: Whittier, El Monte, Anaheim, and Fullerton.
They were popular as teenage hangouts, especially for early 1950s hot-rodders.
These pre-tiki joints are described much like Mel's Drive-In in the film American Graffiti, but with a Polynesian theme twist -- and carhops dressed like hula girls.
This Hula Hut in Whittier was frequented by Dean Moon, the famous hot rod pioneer. They even had a car club called the "Hutters" named after the Hula Hut.
Originally opened by Bill Blair and known for its hula sign and sexy menus.
Later purchased and re-named Bill's Drive-In.
Details
- Type
- Drive-In Restaurant
- Address
- West Whittier-Los Nietos, California, United States
- Closed?
- Yes (Permanently)
- Links
