Around '69-70 or so. Knowing what was to follow, the venue was apposite. they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. Great restaurant to go for celebrations. After the closing of Tobacco Road, Foxs became the oldest restaurant on the mainland, as well as the oldest with a dual liquor license, capable of operating a liquor store and bar at the same time. 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. 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. Does anybody remember Joey Dees peppermint lounge on I believe 27th ave it was near Dade Jr college, how about a place called 1 South and another lounge called Par Tee Lounge which was located near a lighted par 3 golf course. In 2006, the opening of Michys in the MiMo District started a movement that, along with Michael Schwartz of Michaels Genuine in 2007 and Kris Wessel of Red Light Little River in 2008, would again catapult Miami into the food spotlight. Thanks! To Kurt S yes, that was a Putitan ice cream store. We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. 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. 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. To non-Miamians, he is best known for Philadelphias Alma de Cuba and formerly New Yorks Patria. That was the hangout for the 1963 Miami High crowd. I do remember the Circus themed berger place in Coral Gables on a street that ran perpendicular to Miracle Mile. I remember it from the mid-50's when my aunt's boss would take us there and I remember delicious chocolate shakes. Thank you for such wonderful Memories. I was looking for a good meal before arriving at the stadium (I can only eat so many hot dogs). He honed his style and in the process became part of the Mango Gang. You can also support us by signing up to our Mailing List. Would anyone have any pictures of Santacroce's Italian restaurant in Coral Gables? And although they couldnt be more different, both 69-year-old Foxs Sherron Inn and 5-year-old De Rodriguez inspired a legion of devoted fans who mourned their closing this year. . 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The picture of the Red Coach Grill was great because you could see the whole side of the new Jordan Marsh store on the Boulevard. Bob, thanks for responding. I had an apartment right across the street from the stable side of Hileah race track. The following 31 photos show a slice of life in Florida during the 1970s: Young people standing on a pair of running horses at the Sarasota High School Sailor Circus, 1977. Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. We rode bikes everywhere worry free. To Don Boyd: You're correct about Brevard County having many ex-Miamians. I noticed that recently the building has been converted into a Fuddrucker's. 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. I don't think they had a/c. They didn't recognize him and when they asked for hot chocolates he didn't seem to know what to do or where things were. THANKS. I remember when they built Luby Chevrolet on the west side of 27th Ave as well. 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. Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. Of course, property values arent the only reason why seemingly popular restaurants close. 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. Guest of 21-JAN-14, thank you for your comment regarding the Lum's but do you know what photo? And George's Chicken Restaurant where, if George liked you, he would take you on a tour of his "secret" kitchen. Ultimately, Dahdah decided keeping the venerable restaurant open made less financial sense than razing the property and turning the space into a mixed-use commercial/residential property. Nostalgic favorites that have been around for decades have also closed their doors, including Van Dyke Caf, which had a 20-year run, and 23-year-old Maiko Sushi. The Majorette Drive In resturant on NW 79th st at 5 ave, The entire Little River area, the 8600 Club on NE 2nd ave, located just inches over the county line thereby giving it the right to stay open after the 2am closing time in the city limits, so they would open at midnight and stay open till 8am thereby giving any serious drinkers the option of going 24hours nonstop. Would appreciate any help I could get. #6 1970s vintage Miami Towers, 1990s 1 Point Upvote Downvote #7 Downtown Miami from Miami Avenue, 1990s 1 Point Upvote Downvote * #8 An abandoned van under a banyan tree off Old Cutler Road, Miami, 1990. The Saxony Hotel's Ye Noshery Room for the best ice cream concoctions ever. What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s?
1970 to 1999 Miami Area Historical Photos Gallery - PBase re Valenti's, I forgot my Dad owned The Lobster Trap at SW 72nd and USI (was a Bonanza before, and Valenti's after. We used to go to the one on N.W. 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. Thanks for your responses. 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. Dad used to build and race dune buggies near PSN/Indian Mound and the Everglades. Old Florida. judge in the episode Fruit of the Poison Tree. they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. As if to signal its catastrophic fall from grace, in 1972 the Democratic National Convention was hosted in Miami Beach; riots and revolt broke out everywhere. The so-called Greatest Generation and Silent Generation were at retirement age, and the marketing worked, with tons of senior citizens relocating from cold climates up east. Established in 1959 by a then 11-year-old Robert who set up a stand to sell his fathers cucumber crop. in 1971.
Top 10 Best "Historic Restaurants" in Miami, FL - Yelp I wish i could connect with some of my friends that went to Orchard Villa Elem I had mrs Birch for my 1st grade teacher.Mrs Stonestreet was principal.I remember a name Carlos Ponce,a girl named Lily,Laraine,Jerry Sutton, and some others! I'll have to stop by the Sir Pizza on the key the next time we go over there. He also helped launch OLA, first on Biscayne Boulevard, then in the Savoy Hotel, before making its last stop at the Sanctuary Hotel. If people were going to go to Florida for their vacation, they avoided Miami like the plague and went to the new Disney World instead, which opened in 1971, and siphoned away tons of tourism. Rick Egles Great pictures!! : , : , 2022. Golden Glades Drive Inn?
13 Classic Old-School Diners in South Florida - Eater Miami The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. The Big Wheel was really, really big as long as I can remembermy parents took my sister and me there as kids on Friday nightsGREAT hot dogs, milk shakes. It reminds me of Miami long ago. Can you verify this? I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. There was an A&W Rootbeer stand on the corner of US1 and SW 141 St. just north of perrine. The Flashbak Shop Is Open & Selling All Good Things, "Miami Beach is where neon goes to die" - Lenny Bruce. 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? Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. In September 1986 it was forced to close its doors when its liquor license was revoked. Starting in his early days at the Wet Paint Caf, he gained a love for experimenting with Latin ingredients in nontraditional ways. But throughout its several owners and even a fire, it still has remained a go-to spot for Miamians to get their bbq on. Please enter a valid email and try again. I haven't gotten around to moving north yet. Bill HAAST and the MIAMI SERPENTARIUM Photo Gallery - click on image to view, Old National and Miami Area ADVERTISEMENTS - All Years - click on image to view, Gallery: Do YOU Remember? 8/29/17: in order to reduce the number of photos on this page, and in an effort to organize restaurants better, I have created separate galleries for certain specific restaurants and those galleries are now at the top of this page followed by the regular page which has the huge variety of independent restaurants/bars/etc. It really took me down memory lane. Property records still show that it is licensed as a "bar/entertainment venue," so the day school is probably not operating legally. A place thats been around since 1948, well before its Pinecrest neighborhood was established, has been the spot for families to visit after school for to load up on goods like fruits, salads and its famous strawberry shake.. Guest (Norman Rose), it's funny that you asked that question because I ran across a 1960 ad for New England Oyster House today and in the ad they list Loffler Brothers Oyster House. Odd question. 1 Point Upvote Downvote For those of you who are new to computing and/or surfing the internet, this is just one page of many pages of photos on this site. This is great! I love these pics . 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. Fidel Castro upped his game sending over his prisoners and crime subsequently went through the roof. Pretty soon a guy came out from the back. 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. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. Any pic of that place? I so enjoy viewing this website. I would love to see a picture of that place. Cruzing Hot Shoppes on Dixie Highway in my 56 Ford called Thunder Road; new we would score every night but never did. I used to hang out with my buddy Larry Stang (a local singer-guitarist) when he did gigs in Sunny Isles back in the mid-to-late 70s. It has always been a place where people stand out. 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. It was one of my family's favorite restaurants in the late 1940s to the 1950's. Please attach it to an e-mail and send it to me at: OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com - thank you very much. I have a photo of The Big Wheel without the Paley name on it, in the 1955 time frame above but not at the location you mentioned. a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? Years later when I saw Cirus Circus casino I thought of that place in the Gables! Lorne Greene had something to do with developing PSN which is why the floor plans were called "The Ponderosa" and so on. I used to work at Lum's on Bird Road (1977) then at the Lum's at the Miami Airport Inn on Lejune Road. What about "Jack & Lou Leonards" La Pena Restaurant on Bird road near the race track.. And Yumbrella? In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. I could have sworn that it faced east, but the streets arent structured that way, with facades. A bunch of us that graduated in '58 went to the Red Diamond Inn after graduation, sang the school song and just laughed and cried. Heading south on 27th Ave there was another hamburger place like Royal Castle, but I don't recall the name. Thanks. Yes I have a dark side, doesnt everyone? Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. Miamis 14 Best Food Takeout and Delivery Options, 38 Essential Restaurants in Miami, Winter 2023, The 22 Must-Try Pizza Restaurants in Miami, Where to Find the Best Pizza Takeout and Delivery Options in Miami, Where to Eat on Thanksgiving in South Florida, The 19 Restaurants Worth Seeking Out in Little Havana, 14 South Florida Tourist Traps That Are Actually Good, If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. Very nice collection for memory lane. Oops. Great site. Sadly they are no longer around. That was in the early 70's and 80's Also the Big Wheel was my hang out located on 32 ave a block off Coral Way back in the mid 50's. Michael, thank you for mentioning the Majorette Drive-In. We had a Sir Pizza in the Cypress Village Shopping Center in Miami Lakes from the 70's through the 90's and I dined there many times and always got a good meal at a reasonable price. Im trying to find the location of a Coral Gables restaurant that would have existed around 83/84. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? Smile.
38 Best Restaurants in Miami - Eater Miami Looking for a photo of the sorrento continental restaurant that was on Young circle in Hollywood in the early 50s. I loved the picture of Paley's Big Wheel. Thanks so much for these wonderful memories! Thank You for all the memories. It was my parents restaurant. As many as 40 banks still neglect to report cash deposits of $10,000 or more, as required by law. Anyone out there remember??? There will never be another city as beautiful and interesting as Miami was in the 30s-60sit was very mysterious!! any images of The Pieces of Eight Lounge on SW 8th Street and 49th Avenue would be greatly appreciated. Drug smuggling could be the regions major industry, worth anywhere from $7 billion to $12 billion a year (vs. $12 billion for real estate and $9 billion for tourism). Oh! Then in 1921 his small stand on Miami Beach began to sell them and the rest is history. The odds of it remaining are slim to none. A 24 hr a day delight. Wow this site is cool do you remember Toby's Cafeteria? Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. Still no mention of Valenti's on NW 7ty Ave (?) I think we ate there every meal for a few years - 70 - 72 or so. Mike, there was an amusement park on the south side of 79th Street and west of 27th Avenue called Funland and I'm seeking photos of it. and on S. Dixie (now a bank)? No, not the North Miami Don Boyd though you are the second person to ask me recently. Sarasota Florida. I remember Nayton's very well. I only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. Mac's Club Deuce Bars South Beach The late Mac Klein bought "The Deuce" in 1963, adding his name to the now iconic Miami Beach marquee of what was previously Club Deuce, which opened in 1926.. Some places not mentioned and I am sorry that I do not have any pictures to contribute, only memories. I think it was a hamburger joint. My aunt lived on LeJuene Rd behind the Lum's,. Thank you! That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. And you SW residents didn't take any photos to share with us while patronizing those places? Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. 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.
Miami in the 1970s and 80s: A Look at the Magic City's - Flashbak How about Googies Inn, off limits to servicemen. In a region of this size, it shouldnt be surprising to hear of closings, but this slow season has seen some major shifts and closings, including the end of some stellar runs that have left nostalgic diners looking for the next restaurant that will live on in Miamis collective memory. It was located on LeJeune Rd. If you're on the Key and don't go there you've missed some of the best pizza ever. Cheerfulness kept creeping in." Thank you whomever. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. I have a copy of a 1970's Piccolo's Menu, if you want to include it in the collection. Of course, I was just a kid, but I remember it well there was also a Publix, I think next door to Toby's it later moved to south of Coral Way and 27 Ave. Just had to say I agree with the other poster about Marcella's having the best garlic rollsawesome place!! We fished or drag raced every weekend. Yes, I think you might be right. If anyone has a photo of The Pub or knows where I can get permission to use such a photo please let us know. It is mentioned in comments in other galleries. But there was a silver lining to this story. He may have grown up in New York, but the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine has a spirit that is all Cuban. Thank you Don. 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. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! Freedom Tower also illustrates of the changing face of Miami where retirees were being lured in at all costs. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? I am trying to find some one who remembers black ceasers forge on sw 67 ave east of old cutler road, it was Underground 1974-75. I always remember that as a very busy place. A free standing rectangular building, one small bar, the other larger. The restaurant seemed unchanged since the 1970s till it moved. I am too buried with photo work and family stuff to be a researcher of old information for viewers of this site. I don't remember if it was even air conditioned, nobody cared, it was good. I have to say when Villa Deli closed on Alton Road and The Rascal House. We used to call them "Black Anus." . Palmetto High 1964. But this Land of the Elderly status didnt exactly boost tourism. Thanks. I had some interesting history on the old Andalusia Bake Shop in Corel Gables. Man those were the days. Got sick on the ride that had two bullet-like capsules. You relax in a seat thats striped like a beach chair. I think someone else has mentioned the Majorette in another gallery or in the comments galleries somewhere but I had forgotten about it until you mentioned it. The finest steaks and lobsters Don, what a great site. My wife's (NMH '71) father taught industrial arts at NMH when you were there; his name was James Criswell and there is a 1961 photo of him and other teachers at. Had some good meals there. 25 Amazing Vintage Photos of South Florida In The 1970s Posted in Florida History March 11, 2016 by Victoria W These 25 Photos Of South Florida In The 1970s Will Make You Smile In the 1970s, the Environmental Protection Agency sent photographers all over the country as part of the DOCUMERICA project. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. I was hoping to see a photo of "Frankie's Pizza" which was on the corner of Bird Road and 92Ave. I had Lobster ala Newberg there the night I got my driver's license down in Sunnyland Shopping Center. 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??? I have moved the below comment from the Guestbook because it will receive far more views in this gallery: I have moved the below comment from a photo of the Musa Isle Indian Village here where it is more appropriate: Sad to see no picture of George's Subs on 8th street and 47th ave (next to the cemetary). We will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in June of this year. we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. I remember once we were there and the rolls were not ready and the customers were going crazy until they came out. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House. and the Copper Tone Girl was my favorite! 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. I lived on NW 1st ST between 14 and 15 th Ave from 1966- 1973 My sisters and I spent a lot of time and a lot of money for those hot fudge sundaes They were the greatest Thanks for reminding me. Let's hear it for Jack Perry's Sidewalk Cafe on Okee & 17th in Hialeah. I think it was somewhere between 11th and 17th Avenues?
Coral Way restaurant of the 60s-70s (Miami, Davie - City-Data They also had I believe a place in Hialeah, one on the 17th St Causeway in Ft Ld that I remember, and a place in the Grove on Bird Rd. A pizza staple since the 1970s, this pizza parlor is known for its authentic NY slices, graffiti covered booths and arcade games to accompany its delicious pies. You could order family style meal with fresh baked pies included in the family deal. When someone sends me a photo of the drive-in at the other location I will add it. 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. During the week it serves up plenty of bar food and cheap drinks and on the weekends you can find the UM crowd dancing away to live music. called 27 Birds which may still be there, and possibly the place mentioned here called One South towards Kendall. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. of marijuana, with a street value of $ 1.3 billion, and 2,353 Ibs. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. My grandfather was owner (I believe) when it had the Lobo Lounge. 313 friends. Did you know Joe Weiss of Joes Stone Crab actually discovered the stone crab? This unique hot dog joint was known for steaming its dogs in beer - it was kid-friendly; don't worry! At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. I think Brothers Two was the lounge connected to 6 West in the Springs. Also, I used to work at the Lums in Coconut Grove too. From the Miami Herald: I cant think of a city with a worse track record of preservation. This was in the early 50's. Across from the Royal Castle on 95th Street was a Georgia Pan Fried Chicken. Yes, see the two photos above that were taken last month right after he re-opened. My sister and I loved the big thing of pickles and kraut on the table. was Dixie. Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. Owning and operating a restaurant is a tough feat and not for the faint of heart. It even has a market in the back where you can pick it up to-go if youre in the mood to cook at home. Howard, I remember Valenti's on NW 7th Ave quite well. Jim Goodwin, do we have any pictures of TOBY'S CAFETERIA on NW 54th St ????????????????????? Still unable to find one. This blast-from-the-past diner in Downtown Miami has been serving hungry breakfast goers since 1938. All but one of these influential restaurants closed, with Chef Allens, the last bastion, closing in 2011. I was hoping someone besides myself remembered Leonard's La Pena on Bird Road. 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. Does anyone remember "Papa Nick's Italian-American Restaurant in Perrine? Hialeah stopped racing in the early 2000's and the track is dormant. 1 Point Upvote Downvote * #9 The Marlin Hotel and a vintage Cadillac convertible at kerbside on South Beach, Miami, 1990. Rosalie, thank you for posting some great memories. Thank you for a great site. Did I miss it somewhere? What about Santacroce's and Good Food near the U? Everything was cooked in heavy cast iron skillets as it should be. The home page for our Old Hialeah/Old Miami galleries is at https://pbase.com/donboyd/memories and all the oldie galleries spin off from that page. How about Latta's on NW 7th Ave or the BBQ Barn right down the street. Is it in here? of cocaine worth $5.8 billion, in and around South Florida. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. My father worked as a waiter there when it was frequented by movie stars. But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. Tempe History Museum . It was a gay bar once owned by Zorita waaaaay back. 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.