This has been one of Miamis top barbecue spots since 1951. Got sick on the ride that had two bullet-like capsules. I am too buried with photo work and family stuff to be a researcher of old information for viewers of this site. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. I haven't gotten around to moving north yet. Keep remembering more.. Figaro's on w. 49th stree Hialeah, my kids loved the old movies they showed, then came Farrels at Westland when it first opened, with that big dishpan "Zoo"about a 5 pound ice cream sundae and a spoon for as many as you liked. Dont forget Curleys Drive In at Lejeune & 25th worked there too.. How about Carole's Restaurant & Kai tiki Lounge on Lejeune & 9th street. Is Hialeah park still racing? So many publications, including Wiremag, The Food-E, and Think Magazine, have written about 3030 Ocean. The Egg Rolls were delicious. Does anyone remember the Par-Tee (?) 18 Iconic Hispanic Restaurants In Miami - Miami - The Infatuation It was on Bird Road near 80 avenue? I also thought it might be the Trocedero because I am not convinced it was Italian, I only remember that it had unusual and awesome garlic rolls. You nibble on Florida shrimp and conch fritters, and sip a long, cool, Florida drink. 11 South Florida Food Halls, Markets, and Yards, Mapped, The Hottest New Restaurants in Miami, March 2023, 10 New Bars With Great Cocktails in Miami. I live right in back of it in a new apartment complex and run by Mrs, Mack. Don't forget Sir Pizza on Key Biscayne. While he also dabbles in cuisines of other Latin American countries, he doesnt stray far from his Cuban roots. 7th Avenue? 27th Ave and 88th St. next to the Dairy Queen. 13 Classic Old-School Diners in South Florida - Eater Miami This unique hot dog joint was known for steaming its dogs in beer - it was kid-friendly; don't worry! I had an apartment right across the street from the stable side of Hileah race track. Wow this site is cool do you remember Toby's Cafeteria? 18th Ave. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? Most, if not all, of Miamis 250 banks have drug money in their accounts. Don, I worked for Josefine in 59 & 60..at Quinty's at nite on Friday & Sat nite. My Mom and aunt were both carhops there in the mid 50's. Jack: thank you for your offer. 19565 Biscayne Blvd #938, Aventura, FL 33180. 8th Street - just a little drive-up place, as I remember, but such great, sloppy, luscious beef barbrcue sandwiches. 3030 Ocean is definitely one of the most famous restaurants in Miami. The pic may be up there, but I missed it. It was one of my family's favorite restaurants in the late 1940s to the 1950's. Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? For safe return. 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. We don't want to rely on ads to bring you the best of visual culture. I celebrated 10 years of retirement last month and it's gone by in a blur but it's been a lot of fun. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? Visit Website. I went to Coral Gables High. 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. We will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in June of this year. While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. I might be trying to find a needle in a haystack. I believe it was off the 79th Street causway. 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. The Car Hop Drive-in was located on the corner of Flagler St. and Red Road. Yes, see the two photos above that were taken last month right after he re-opened. Apparently photos of the Majorette Drive In are kind of rare but I keep hoping that someone will provide one. Howard, I remember Valenti's on NW 7th Ave quite well. It's just a matter of time as more and more folks discover the site and remember that they have a certain photo of a certain place. Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. Hopefully one will turn up someday because a lot of people loved the Yorkshire Inn. This one opened in 1957 at the Cove Yacht Basin on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hillsborough Boulevard and could be accessed. Man those were the days. Miami Senior High in 1964. FABULOUS - Loved it. 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. did I miss it? The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. Vintage 1970s Restaurants - 135 For Sale on 1stDibs The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. Same structure. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? We moved to Starke, Fl. 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. also one in Hialeah. Does anyone remember the Majorette Drive In? Does anyone remember Plantation Pit BBQ? I remember once we were there and the rolls were not ready and the customers were going crazy until they came out. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? 31 Photos Of Florida During The 1970s - OnlyInYourState 10 Fantastic Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Miami, 12 Classic Miami Restaurants Everyone Should Try. Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? This 40-year-old Cuban diner serves up classic Cuban comfort food in Westchester. James McLamore and David Edgerton would eventually take over the company and shorten the name to Burger King. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. Tom from Hollywood. I received this request under another less-viewed gallery and I am reposting it here so more viewers can see it. The restaurant has been around for over 35 years and has menu filled with classic Spanish and Cuban dishes. I remember the Royal Castle on 22nd Av. He also helped launch OLA, first on Biscayne Boulevard, then in the Savoy Hotel, before making its last stop at the Sanctuary Hotel. To Linda Altman: I believe the shrimp restaurant you are thinking about was "The Shrimp Place". Kathy, I'm sorry but I don't have any information on Irvins or Irwins in Hollywood. It was a small place and had two huge plam trees out front on either side of the door. Joe's Stone Crab, Miami Beach Joe's might be the most famous restaurant in Miami. I only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. Thanks. 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. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. 21 Bygone Restaurants in Greater Phoenix: Then and Now 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. We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. 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!! What location better encapsulates Miamis crime years than the infamous Tommys Deck Bar, known as The Neighborhood Bucket of Blood due to its draw for drug dealers and the resulting violence. I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. Dean Martin's Restaurant Miami Dino's, on 79th St. Causeway in North Bay Village, opened in 1966 and closed in 1971, shortly after a lost-and-found ad offered: "$500 Reward. Please contact me at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com and we'll arrange to get a photo or two or three up on the site. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. The show had a significantly positive impact on the citys image, and it was well on its way to restoration due to a number of factors beyond Miami Vice an economic upturn, better (less corrupt) law enforcement, a decline in the cocaine wars, Versace and a massive migration of the gay community. Established in 1959 by a then 11-year-old Robert who set up a stand to sell his fathers cucumber crop. At the moment, Bade County police have a stash of 162,000 Ibs. Heading south on 27th Ave there was another hamburger place like Royal Castle, but I don't recall the name. The ebb and flow of Miamis culinary scene means not just navigating a crowded marketplace, but being prepared to pivot as necessary, to stay abreast of trends and know when to move on and start something fresh. Report as inappropriate. . I believe that restaurant was on Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. Gone? Gosh so many good restaurants here. Funland Park was the name of the place. I was born at Northwest Hospital on 79th street, 1944. does anybody remember the restaurant that had a number of rooms, all decorated in completely different styles. Miami New Times Westword Coupons Captain . I can only add what I can find or what people send me. There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. so cool to see some of these, I remember Red Diamond Inn, Red Coach Grill, Juniors at 79 & Biscayne, Sorrentos, Piccolo, Pumpernicks. It is mentioned in comments in other galleries. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. Hello Don,'I remember many of the restaurants. they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. What about "Jack & Lou Leonards" La Pena Restaurant on Bird road near the race track.. St. Petersburg. One really famous restaurant that I did not see is "Wolfies" on Miami Beach. (1979) There was a Playboy Club next door! it was great. This is a fun and interesting website. We used to go to the one on N.W. It was on Flagler about 14th Ave. 15 Fantastic Outdoor Patios for Alfresco Dining in Miami. Hi Donna: I'm beginning to think that 20% of Miami moved to Brevard County and in another year or two I'll be up there hopefully. Guest, yes I would love to post the image that you have. I miss My Miami. I would love to see it, or know where to look for it. I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? Oh! Yes, I think you might be right. It was on 79th St. at about NW fifth acenue. Met my wonderful husband there at Happy Hour about 29 years ago.. WOW What Memories Rekindled kudos 2 U. Hi Carole and welcome to the website. In 1954, it was franchised to a couple of fellas from Miami franchised the brand in Miami. Foxs officially opened in 1946 as a sandwich shop and liquor store, though over the years it evolved into a full-service restaurant with a venerable bar. I stumbled upon it looking to see if there was a restaurant called The Red Lion, late '60's and early 70's, in South Dade, U.S. 1 and SW 132 Street. Also, used to love Mike Gordon's Seafood Restaurant on the 79th Causeway. 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. My mother used to own the 'Stampede Bar' on SW 67 ave and 21stanyone remember Leons or Frasers Barboth on SW 8th st? Can you provide the link to the photo or the year group? The very best Escargo. Great site. Anyway, thanks for trying, I was just remembering some great times and was hoping to put the pieces together. Wow, those were good times and glad I grew up in the best of times, the innocent 50's and wild 60's. Shop our vintage 1970s restaurants selection from top sellers and makers around the world. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? 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. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. This is great! Please attach it to an e-mail and send it to me at: OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com - thank you very much. I love your site. My sister seems to remember the name started with a "T" and I seemed to remember it being a persons name. Memories of old Miami and Dade County, Florida (commentary - PBase Taste of a decade: 1970s restaurants - Restaurant-ing through history When I had to work at my dad's furniture factory on Saturdays in the early 50s, he would always take me there for lunch. See our. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) Miami Nostalgia 60s, 70s & 80s - Pinterest auditorium? Yes, The Granada Seafood Restaurant was on SW 8th St near Granada Blvd. Went to the Edison Center moives every Saturday. I was born in 1946 and grew up across the street from White Belt Dairy. Aside from one location in Nebraska that closed in 2017, all other Lum's had closed by 1983. Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. Great fries too. : ), Thanks for putting on your sight the Lighthouse Restaurant which was owned by my. I have been searching for but so far have not been able to find a photo of HOT SHOPPES. I have a copy of a 1970's Piccolo's Menu, if you want to include it in the collection. And there was a Kwik Chek behind the Chevron station on the other side if 27th Ave, and Stephens Van Terminal and Tag Agency on the other corner. What a great place to live at the time. Golden Glades Drive Inn? Oh, and the Taurus. Does anyone else remember Bill's Barbecue on S.W. I had some interesting history on the old Andalusia Bake Shop in Corel Gables. 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They later opened the Chesapeake Seafood, Gaye, yes I can fully understand your embarrassment at Billy's! The Most Famous Restaurants in Miami | February 2020 | OpenTable Great Steaks and rosin backed potatoes. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. The restaurants that you mention were not left out on purpose, it's just because no one has sent in photos of them. Established in 1942 well before the green juice trend hit South Florida its been producing some of freshest juices (and bites) in town. To this day, the best subs I ever had.and those onions rings..oh manwhy do the best places not last?? They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. Everything was cooked in heavy cast iron skillets as it should be. When they were done with their order, they put money on the counter. With Vietnam chanting protesters, RNC cars surrounded and windows shattered, the Republicans felt terrorized and unsafe. Best onion rings in the world! Wow, what memories. Hes launched various incarnations of D. Rodriguez and De Rodriguez, first at the Astor Hotel and then the Bentley. And oh yeah what about Deli City near Santacroce's? Thanks for the memories. Great steak sandwich. The name of the restaurant on South Pointe, before it became Smith and Wollensky in 1997?? At the time I thought this was their big claim to fame (little did I know). Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. I would walk right past it every day going to Little River Elementary School. I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Where to get the best croqueta in town Miami will be a debate for the ages but we always know a major contender will be Islas. Top 10 Best "Historic Restaurants" in Miami, FL - Yelp Does anyone remember Leonard's LaPena? 6/20/2013. 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). Hamburger Circus 300 block of Miracle mile, It was called Hamburger Circus and originally it was in the 300 block(south side) and later moved to Ponce, one block south of Miracle mile one the East side next to the alley. Sad that the TWO BEST SPOTS for the North end crowd weren't mentioned - LARRY'S on NW 79th Street, and best of all, the MAJORETTE DRIVE-IN on NW 79th Street, which brings back a lot of memories for a lot of people. 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. 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. ANDthe geography of Italy we picked up reading the Santacrocci place matswhile listening to Sinatra love songs! Also - I remember Black Caesar's Forge (somewhere in the Gables?) At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. 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. One sign in the back actually reads Nixons Really Cute. Fidel Castro upped his game sending over his prisoners and crime subsequently went through the roof. But someday someone will do it and they will be posted. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! Im hoping well start closing down a lot more of these bars. [Miami Herald, September 21, 1986]. Yes I have a dark side, doesnt everyone? 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. I'm trying to remember the owner's name, seems like it was John Shoop??? 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. Over the past few years, beloved establishments like Tobacco Road, Wolfies Rascal House, Davids Caf, Jumbos, and Escopazzo have all closed. And, if youre honest, youll just drag up from the depths all the times youve hated or felt passionately about something and play it. 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. dr. jeffrey comanor. I love these pics . 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. This old school German deli has been serving up signature sandwiches, German sausages, cold cuts, coleslaw and a variety of salads for decades, and its still owned and operated by the same couple who opened it up in 1972. Jim Goodwin, do we have any pictures of TOBY'S CAFETERIA on NW 54th St ????????????????????? I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. When you ask someone about Cuban food in Miami, this restaurant will probably top their list. Two more great old Miami restaurants I wonder if anyone remembers: It was in the Gables, a block or 2 south of the "Miracle Mile". They also had locations on 27th Ave and 183rd St, N.W 103rd St just over the bridge heading into Hialeah, and just east of the 163rd Street Shopping Center. I think it was right near Pier 1 Imports. This would not fly today. Miami in particular is known for pushing the edge of culinary boundaries, and sometimes that means failures, as well as successes. I went to Miami Norland Senior with a young lady by the name of Robin Pearlman. I grew up on Miami Beach. I think it was a hamburger joint. I will give you credit and thanks for sending it to me if you give me a name to use. My relatives lived in a complex called The Carriage House in Miami and then later moved to Key Biscayne. Googie . This is the link to it: Anyone have any pictures or info on the old Pig Trail Inn Restaurant in Miami Beach? The food was as good as any sit-down restaurant. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? This comment was removed from a prohibited page and is now located on this more appropriate page: Brenda, Google is your friend and you should use it. It has always been a place where people stand out. Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants | Fort Lauderdale - Yelp The oldest bars in Miami, from South Beach to Coral Gables - Time Out Miami Im trying to find the location of a Coral Gables restaurant that would have existed around 83/84. Shot a UM student film at Tobacco Road in 1984. The newspaper left in 1957, and the building was used by the federal government to take in Cuban refugees to provide medical treatment and process documentation. All but one of these influential restaurants closed, with Chef Allens, the last bastion, closing in 2011. Would love to see a picture of it. There used to be a fair ground on 27th ave/79st around 1957 behind Lums.
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