The Islander 1959 - Los Angeles, CA - Vintage Tiki Bar - 3/4 Sleeve Raglan T-Shirt Color:White/Navy Opening during the 1950s boom

Opening during the 1950s boom in Southern California bowling culture

Arched golden-yellow serif text reads "MELODY RINK" above a purple and golden-yellow circular emblem featuring a vintage hand-drawn female skater in a dress

Stacked text reads "ST

when its parking lot became the last confirmed sighting of Jimmy Hoffa

Some places earn their reputation not through trends

The Islander 1959 - Los Angeles, CA - Vintage Tiki Bar - 3/4 Sleeve Raglan T-Shirt Color:White/Navy Opening during the 1950s boomRestaurant Row in Los Angeles was a stretch of La Cienega Boulevard where mid century dining reached its peak, and establishments like The Islander helped define it. Established in 1959, this Polynesian retreat arrived during the golden age of tiki culture. Angelenos found an escape into the South Pacific without ever leaving the city. Part of our Vintage Tiki collection, celebrating the defunct golden era bars of yesteryear. The Details: Red orange