I'm thinking of you" - Pablo Iglesias Maurer, At the end of October 1959 in the basement of 39 Gerrard Street - an unexceptional and damp space that was once a sort of rest room for taxi drivers and an occasional tea bar - Ronnie Scott opened his first jazz club. To this day you can still visit to pick up tropical fruit, smoothies and other Florida-only bites. It all started with the Bahamians of pre-pioneer South Florida, then continued though the days of development between the 1900s and 1930s, followed by an influx of new residents after World War II, who were looking for Americanized versions of international foods like Chinese and Italian. In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. Miami Nostalgia 60s, 70s & 80s - Pinterest Vintage Florida. can't wait to drive by springview and MS jr high and down westward drive again-maybe i'll even bring my bike for old time sakes, does anybody remember a dairy bar out by the airport??? But what has kept it going for over 50 years isnt its cheap beer (which we admit is a nice bonus) but its grilled burgers and wings that have won numerous accolades over the many decades. Did you know Joe Weiss of Joes Stone Crab actually discovered the stone crab? judge in the episode Fruit of the Poison Tree. Think I'm going to see if they'll ship to Seattle!!!! Thank you whomever. Hello. I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. Cannot remember the exact address, but there were lots of Puritan places around to get hot fudge sundaes. It was a favorite of the working class and packed for lunch. Hello Don,'I remember many of the restaurants. That was always one of my favorites. Great memories for a kid from Minnesota. Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. re Valenti's, I forgot my Dad owned The Lobster Trap at SW 72nd and USI (was a Bonanza before, and Valenti's after. Thanks for a great site.. "Guest" and Miami High Stingaree. I so enjoy viewing this website. THANKS. I need to catch up on some of the comments that have been posted here, so here goes: Does anyone else remember the "Pallas Athena" Greek restaurant on West Flager St. a little past the railroad tracks? It was located on LeJeune Rd. Does anyone remember Leonard's LaPena? 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. I love all th pictures. They were waiting for the Miami Herald bundles to be dropped off under I-95 and decided to ride their bikes across the street and get a cup of hot chocolate. OMG !!!!! How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? Does anyone remember Plantation Pit BBQ? A buddy of mine (Bob Paget) back in the 70's and early 80's grew up on the Key and he loved Sir Pizza. "South Beach, 1974-1990: Photographs of a Jewish Community." Friday, October 27, through Sunday, April 1 . However, that growth coupled with a new real estate boom also has led to historic places closing, making way for newer and edgier concepts. Years later when I saw Cirus Circus casino I thought of that place in the Gables! Dusty and Algis, thank you for your comments and memories. Miami in particular is known for pushing the edge of culinary boundaries, and sometimes that means failures, as well as successes. how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. Having grown up down in Kendall though, we cut our teeth on Shorty's bbq. Im trying to find the location of a Coral Gables restaurant that would have existed around 83/84. The Car Hop Drive-in was located on the corner of Flagler St. and Red Road. Serving up its famous half baked pizzas on Bird Road for more than 55 years, its pizza has grown such a fan base that it is now delivered around the country to those craving a half baked pie. any images of The Pieces of Eight Lounge on SW 8th Street and 49th Avenue would be greatly appreciated. I am too buried with photo work and family stuff to be a researcher of old information for viewers of this site. But Miami hadnt totally abandoned hope of attracting tourists. 7th Avenue? And a local police scientist in Cocaine Cowboys (an amazing documentary on these turbulent times) estimated that any random $20 bill plucked from a Miami wallet in 1981 would have revealed traces of cocaine. Looking for a photo of the sorrento continental restaurant that was on Young circle in Hollywood in the early 50s. Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w. 17 Failed Fast Food Restaurants From the 1980s - Eat This Not That I've located 10 members of my Edison graduating class locally, plus many others from other classes and schools. This mainstay Cuban restaurant has been serving South Florida since 1971 and has been a prominent meeting point in Miami when social issues arise, celebrations are in order and when politicians want to meet with the people. Owned by a gentleman by the name of Gino Irvin or Irwin? Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. Are there any pictures of the old Yorkshire Inn? For almost 40 years, La Camaronera Restaurant & Fish Market has been a go-to, no-frills spot for locals and non-locals alike to grab a fresh seafood at inexpensive prices. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. I don't know if you consider Tobacco Road as a restaurant or a bar but I considered it both because they had some damn good food. It was my Dad's and we have none! I think it was right near Pier 1 Imports. Michael, thank you for mentioning the Majorette Drive-In. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. Sambo's Restaurants: The diner chain's story - Click Americana These 1980s Restaurants Didn't Stand the Test of Time - Eat This Not That Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. I do not see it listed, it is now a day care center!! Indeed, Lenny Bruce is credited as saying: Miami Beach is where neon goes to die., Paris Theater and Big Chips fruit market on Washington Ave., Miami Beach. While it might not look like much from the outside, Arbetters has been serving up some of Miamis best hot dogs for more than 50 years. Please consider making a donation to our site. Located in the heart of Little Havana, it has gained a loyal following for its "Pan con Minuta" snapper sandwich and along with other seafood specialities that are still some of the most competitively priced in town. How about Latta's on NW 7th Ave or the BBQ Barn right down the street. Aside from one location in Nebraska that closed in 2017, all other Lum's had closed by 1983. Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories. You could order family style meal with fresh baked pies included in the family deal. This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. Everything was cooked in heavy cast iron skillets as it should be. For safe return. and if there are any real old timers here, you will remember the "Red Barn" located on NW 79th street just before the tracks going into Hialeah. Knowing what was to follow, the venue was apposite. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. Lorne Greene had something to do with developing PSN which is why the floor plans were called "The Ponderosa" and so on. But someday someone will do it and they will be posted. The old sign looked 60s/70s, and at one point had a small waterfall, so it must have been The Cascade for a few decades. Around '69-70 or so. Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. In the area of 21 Street and Collins you had another Wolfies, Chandlers next door and the famous Ember's known forf their salad dressing. Owning and operating a restaurant is a tough feat and not for the faint of heart. The business started in California in the late 1950s, and expanded across the country throughout the 60s and 70s.. With a wide menu, Sambo's was able to offer something for almost everyone dinners of everything from filet mignon to fried chicken, and breakfasts like the Papa Jumbo special (juice . What was the name of the drive-in on I think NW 27th ave & 79th All the carhops wore bright satin outfits and were on roller skates. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. Yes, The Granada Seafood Restaurant was on SW 8th St near Granada Blvd. Thanks for all the effort. When they were done with their order, they put money on the counter. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? I had Lobster ala Newberg there the night I got my driver's license down in Sunnyland Shopping Center. I love your site. While he also dabbles in cuisines of other Latin American countries, he doesnt stray far from his Cuban roots. Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? Shot a UM student film at Tobacco Road in 1984. Black Ceasars Forge Restaurant at 67th ave and 152 street. Make sure not to miss out on the corn dogs and chili cheese fries as well and if you tell the cashier you love Larry Bird your drink refill is on the house. I KNOW that it was west of Ponce, east of Le Jeune, north of Miracle Mile, and pretty sure south of Alhambra. Does anyone know what happened to a little juicebar called Athens on Collins Avenue, Does anyone remember or better have photos of the nightspot, "watering hole", not a restaurant, that was where the Melting Pot is now, Biscayne south of NE 163rd St? No, not the North Miami Don Boyd though you are the second person to ask me recently. What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! Whether an establishment has a long run or a brief spark of culinary fame, it takes something special to inspire devotion from Miamis fickle diners, who are always keen on trying new things. Seeing Paley's Big Wheel, Frankie's Pizza has been great. thanks for the memories. : ), Thanks for putting on your sight the Lighthouse Restaurant which was owned by my. To us, he is the chef behind places like the Wet Paint Caf with Bernie Matz on Lincoln Road, where got his big break in the 80s, and YUCA, an acronym for Young Urban Cuban Americans, where he highlighted a different side of Cuban cuisine. I had never heard of the Pig Trail Inn so I entered "Pig Trail Inn Miami Beach" into the Google search box and I came up with a menu for sale on Amazon for $125. left Miami in 67 to move to lauderdale and left there in 69 to move to S.Carolina where I still am. of marijuana waiting to be entered as evidence in court cases. Again, the guy didn't seem to know how to ring up their order etc., and he told them they didn't have to pay this morning. Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. Guest 24-Jul-2021 18:07: I ate many "All You Can Eat" Shrimp dinners there but I left Miami in 1970 so it might have moved by '72. Thank you for writing in. And at least four banks, according to law enforcement officials, are controlled by drug dealers. Great memories - I lived in Miami from 1948 to 2000 - graduated from Miami High ('60) Miami Dade Junior College (it was called then) first graduating class in '62 and UofM - so I remember all of the places you mentioned - didn't see a few that I remember - The Luau on 79th St. Causeway or Tony's Fish Market (also on the 79th St. Causeway), The South Pacific in Broward, Jahn's Ice Cream Shoppe in Coral Gables (on the Mile) I'm sorry if these are there - my eyesight is not as good as it used to be!!! Of course, property values arent the only reason why seemingly popular restaurants close. Haven't been back since I know things have changed since 87.. Wasn't the Granada Restaurant on S.W. Love Ya All ,Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp. I worked with the Tyler's daughter at Rockway Jr. High in the 70's. One section had a turn-table floor that swept--very slowly--past curved bay windows with a view of the 60's-era traffic through that bit of Coral Gables and those tall, spindly palms that lined Dixie Highway back then. Another TV commercial urging people away from the cold with their new jingle: When You Need It Bad, Weve Got It Good. Best garlic bread in town at the time, 1964. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. I don't remember exactly, but in the area. Worse still, Miami Beach mayor Alex Daoud got busted on so many criminal counts that he faced 528 years in prison! Whether your looking for a quick beer or looking to get into some after-hours trouble, the Deuce has been that bar to go to for more than 100 years an absolute eternity by South Beach standards. You might enjoy perusing those.. Report as inappropriate. Don thank you so much for putting my photos on your site. The feds left in 1972, and it was sold to private buyers who used it for condominiums attracting the aforementioned influx of retirees. Thanks Mike, I added it. Does anyone remember Brussard's Restaurant on Miami Beach? 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. Does anyone remember "Papa Nick's Italian-American Restaurant in Perrine? Reviews on Historic Restaurants in Miami, FL - Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina, Sala'o Cuban Restaurant & Bar, Havana 1957 Cuban Cuisine - Espanola Way, Joe's Stone Crab, Broken Shaker - Miami, Toro Toro, Peacock Garden, Twenty Seven Restaurant & Bar, Versailles, The Surf Club Restaurant Which, ironically, has never been a hotel. At the moment, Bade County police have a stash of 162,000 Ibs. This Old Miami section has developed into something far larger than I ever imagined and I have a huge backlog of old photos yet to add. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? Tom from Hollywood. Its list of celebrity patrons is long, starting with Al Capone and including such disparate figures as Barbra Streisand, the Rolling Stones and both President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump. It has always been a place where people stand out. Does anyone have a photo of the Majorette Drive In Restaurant on 79 St. and 5 Ave? Whats so important about Rodriguez is that he not only helped place Cuban food in the national spotlight, but he refined it so that it was no longer seen as just inexpensive quick food served in cafeterias and restaurant-front ventanitas. What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. 90 Westward Dr, Miami Springs, FL 33166 (305) 884-1880 Floridian Restaurant It's hard to believe that an old-school diner would be situated among the trendy restaurants on Fort Lauderdale's. He honed his style and in the process became part of the Mango Gang. Among his crimes, Daoud would ride with police officers, find a suspected criminal on the street and beat the shit out of him. I always remember that as a very busy place. I would love to see a picture of that place. 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It turns out the place was being held up when they walked in and they were served by one of the robbers!! To Don Boyd: You're correct about Brevard County having many ex-Miamians. I used to go there regularly and I would almost always eat in the neighborhood. Starting in his early days at the Wet Paint Caf, he gained a love for experimenting with Latin ingredients in nontraditional ways. James McLamore and David Edgerton would eventually take over the company and shorten the name to Burger King. I don't remember, but I think it was just west of downtown. Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. I can only add what I can find or what people send me. What was the name of the landmark restaurant that occupied the space on Lincoln Road, now the home of Khong River House? While it has seen its fair share of ups and downs, including a fire that almost destroyed the place, you can still find its classic dishes like ribs and pork sandwiches daily on its menu. With Vietnam chanting protesters, RNC cars surrounded and windows shattered, the Republicans felt terrorized and unsafe. Wow, those were good times and glad I grew up in the best of times, the innocent 50's and wild 60's. Crowded beach scene of people and automobiles - Jacksonville, Florida, 1973. love this site-found it while doing research for a nostalgia visit to my hometown of miami springs -i was looking to see if pumpernick's in south miami was still open-boo hoo-but i will always have my fond memories of gracies italian with its great garlic knots and the donut holes my dad would bring home when he got off duty from the coral gables fire deparment from gracies delicatessen in miami springs-and lord how did i suvive riding my bike all over, all the way up to 49th street in hialeah. It was on NW 36th street across from I think More Park. I remember they always had three tureens of different soups every night. I went to Coral Gables High. And as we return to more vintage allure, what all diehard fans are waiting for may just happen the relaunch of his original and acclaimed OLA on Biscayne Boulevard. You can also click on the yellow colored >>Memories of Old Hialeah, Old Miami and Old South Florida Photo Galleries << at top of any page to get back to the main oldies page to search other galleries. Famous in its day: Wolfie's | Restaurant-ing through history did I miss it? Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. We could fill up on that. I better get off here, giving away my agerosalie. Festival of Sex alongside a fruit market perfectly illustrating the dichotomy of Miami in the seventies: older retirees living in a city replete with crime and urban blight. For locals, the clandestine nature, the grit and grime of the place, was part of itscharm, a go-to spot for underage liquor purchases and fuzzy memories of many fun nights. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. I remember The Dutchess Bar as well as the Dive In Bar between 17th ave and 18th ave. Any info on these would be nice. The image is at: Thank you so much for bringing back memories of some of the Florida that I remember - and some I had forgotten. There was an A&W Rootbeer stand on the corner of US1 and SW 141 St. just north of perrine. From the Miami Herald: I cant think of a city with a worse track record of preservation. It was a strip joint and the kids, boys, would try to look in the always open door. How about Santacroces accross from U of M ? Hialeah Florida. The name was Lou's Donut Shop. No trend needed. I'm glad you enjoy the site and it has been a labor of love in an attempt to preserve a lot of our old memories for future generations. I remember eating there a lot when my mom would take us to Jacksons for Back-to-School clothes. Sometimes both. You have my email addy; let me know when you move up here and I'll give you the scoop on the local seafood joints. I believe that restaurant was on Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. It has since grown in size since its humble beginnings in the 70s, but is still known for bringing in live music acts and airing plenty of sporting events no matter the time of day. I could have sworn that it faced east, but the streets arent structured that way, with facades. A native, here since 1927. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) I was glad to see Hollemans. I think their last name was something like Zipantis. My husband Doug and I graduated from No. I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. I presume it was you who mentioned the one at 125th and 7th Avenue and I responded that there are two photos of it taken last month at the bottom of the above gallery of photos. Grab a seat at its U shaped counter, order a 2-2-2-2 special and listen to stories from waitresses who have been working there for decades. It once served as the location for the legendary Minskys burlesque club; when it was destroyed by an errant barge during a hurricane, the pier became a popular place to fish, dance, and enjoy a sense of community. Went to the Edison Center moives every Saturday. - all years - click on image to view, Burger Beast Museum Gallery - located at the entrance to the Magic City Casino in Miami, It is spelled Opa-locka, not Opa-Locka, not Opa Locka and not Opa locka - click on image to view gallery, Dade and Broward High School Reunions - Post them here in the comments - click on the image to see planned and past reunions, 2010 - current race/ethnic percentages for Miami-Dade and Broward County High Schools. called 27 Birds which may still be there, and possibly the place mentioned here called One South towards Kendall. His menus are Cuban-centric with some twists and turns along the way. I kept looking for a picture of Watsons Restaurant on NE 2 Ave. in Little River. And, if youre honest, youll just drag up from the depths all the times youve hated or felt passionately about something and play it. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. I worked at Black Caesar's Forge for a while. I grew up on Miami Beach. a high school era friend turned me on to the site, what a cool ideait sure triggered some stuff! Susan is looking for a photo of The Pub on Miracle Mile due to a wedding reception in 1967. I met the Actor Fred McMurry there. 6/20/2013. Back in the 1950s, the blocks surrounding 22nd and 23rd street on South Beach where the epicenter of Miami nightlife with over ten restaurants and nightclubs entertaining socialites. A couple ran it, Harry the chef, and his wife as waitress. it was great. As the last-standing Royal Castle in Miami (there used to be around 180 in its 1960s heyday) this quick service spot in North Miami serves up a heavy dose of nostalgia along with slider burgers, birch beer and plenty of breakfast specials. I have some Memorabilia including a menu. Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? . I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. I would love to see it, or know where to look for it. The images of Hialeah dining and drinking establishments are in the Hialeah Gallery. Does anyone have a picture of the Plantation restaurant or remember the hobby shop where they raced the big slot cars? Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. The Quinty's Italian restaurant at Hook Square that you mentioned was owned by the dad of two of my buddies (Quentin "Pete" and Eddie Ciolfi) in the late 50's and their mom Agnes is still alive and kicking up in the Titusville area. Unsurprisingly, they all sing its praises. 7pl and i walked to school by myself ,5yrs old, all the way to school on 58st and 13ave!Can't do that today! This has been one of Miamis top barbecue spots since 1951. Thanks. Does anyone remember the name of the barbeque place on 163st? Remember these long-lost South Florida restaurants? Miami in the 1970s and 80s: A Look at the Magic City's - Flashbak

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