Beverly Hills in Los Angeles County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)

The Luau

Beverly Hills

Photographed By Craig Baker, May 19, 2024

1. The Luau Marker

Inscription. Beverly Hills' first Polynesian-themed restaurant was located on this site from 1936 to 1978. Originally called Sugie's Tropics after the owner Harry "Sugie" Sugarman, the founder of the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It was sold in 1953 and became famous for its kitschy, over-the-top dining experience. It was sold in 1978 and demolished a year later, making way for Beverly Hills' first, high-end outdoor shopping complex.

Erected by City of Beverly Hills. (Marker Number 13.)

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Industry & Commerce. A significant historical year for this entry is 1936.

Location. 34° 4.181′ N, 118° 24.211′ W. Marker is in Beverly Hills, California, in Los Angeles County. Marker is on Rodeo Drive south of Santa Monica Boulevard, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 431 N Rodeo Dr, Beverly Hills CA 90210, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Carroll and Company (about 400 feet away, measured in a direct line); Anderton Court (about 600 feet away); Romanoff’s/The Daisy (about 600 feet away); Morton Bay Fig (approx. 0.2 miles away); Lily Pond (approx. 0.2 miles away); Beverly Hills Main Post Office

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(approx. ¼ mile away); Moreton Bay Fig (approx. ¼ mile away); Beverly Hills 9/11 Memorial (approx. 0.3 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Beverly Hills.

Photographed By Craig Baker, May 19, 2024

2. The Luau Marker

The marker lays flat in the sidewalk.

Credits. This page was last revised on May 20, 2024. It was originally submitted on May 20, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California. This page has been viewed 91 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 20, 2024, by Craig Baker of Sylmar, California.