Clifford Clinton, founder of the Clifton's chain, opened L.A.'s first cafeteria, The Cafeteria of the Golden Rule, on Olive Street. In 1939, Cafeteria of the Golden Rule was transformed into the Pacific Seas and redecorated in the Polynesian motif shown here. The restaurant closed in 1960 and was later razed. Postcard showing the interior to Clifton's "Pacific Seas" Cafeteria. "Aloha" is written in big letters above a second story stage area. Musicians can be seen with their instruments. Diners below enjoy their meal. The postcard includes a message to Mrs. Flo Mars in New York. Includes two cancelled 1 1/2 cent stamps.
Clinton's Restaurants Inc. (Los Angeles, Calif.) Restaurants--California--Los Angeles Cafeterias--California--Los Angeles Lost architecture--California--Los Angeles Postcards
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