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Over 60 years of Cockatoo Inn history

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Cockatoo Inn Site Update

Updated Our Notable Figures Page

March 23, 2025March 23, 2025 Admin, News

Hello readers! A quick website note: we have been compiling lots of stories and memories over time, and we…

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Tarantino Names the Best Trilogy Ever

Tarantino Names the Best Trilogy Ever

August 28, 2024September 4, 2024 Entertainment, Trending

When viewers were asked which guest they would like to see on political comedian Bill Maher’s podcast, they chose…

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The Strip-a-grammer

July 16, 2024July 16, 2024 Memories

A little girl dancing with jockeys at a grown up social. A young man having a drink and the…

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Flags at the Cockatoo

Flags at the Cockatoo

June 19, 2024June 26, 2024 Historical Events

Throughout its time, the Cockatoo Inn was home to many events: anniversaries, banquets, retirement dinners, and more. We’ve uncovered…

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Eric and the Giant Prawn

Eric and the Giant Prawn

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024 Memories

Imagine being a 6 year-old in the 1960s, walking into the grandeur that was the Cockatoo Inn. In its…

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How Robert De Niro helped reopen the Cockatoo Inn

How Robert De Niro helped reopen the Cockatoo Inn

January 1, 2024February 11, 2024 Entertainment, Historical Events

Quentin Tarantino shot some of his Jackie Brown scenes at the Cockatoo Inn, as we all know. But it…

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Bartender Allan Rivelli

September 13, 2023February 7, 2024 Memories

Over the years, the Cockatoo has had many employees, managers, proprietors – all the people who contributed to make…

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The life of Roy A. Sealey and his contributions to the Cockatoo Inn

The life of Roy A. Sealey and his contributions to the Cockatoo Inn

February 1, 2023January 18, 2024 Historical Events

Andy Lococo and his prized hotel and restaurant are a big part of 20th century American history. However, this…

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Tributes pour in for Goodfellas star Ray Liotta

May 26, 2022February 7, 2024 Entertainment

Actor Ray Liotta died today in the Dominican Republic. He was 67. He was there shooting his latest film,…

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From Hollywood Park to Super Bowl site

February 7, 2022August 22, 2022 Historical Events, Stories

Usually Super Bowls are played at neutral sites, but this year’s Super Bowl LVI in Inglewood, California will be…

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The Cockatoo was a 212 room hotel, restaurant, and bar that stood at 4334 Imperial Highway and Hawthorne Blvd., in Hawthorne – and at times during those 60 years, listed as Inglewood – California. With its proximity to LAX, and central location within the city, it was the go to spot for tourists and locals alike.

The place that those of us who are still alive remember was founded by the late Andy Lococo. The Cockatoo was a meeting spot for many in the community for decades. It saw its share of anniversaries, receptions, award ceremonies, banquets, and more. Most modern hotels are cold corporate experiences that garner loyalty only through reward point programs. The Cockatoo, on the other hand, endeared its customers with good food, ambience, and actual hospitality. Browse past events that took place at the inn, or take a look at its detailed history. We also have a collection of personal memories left by patrons, former employees and more.

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