1 Point Upvote Downvote * #9 The Marlin Hotel and a vintage Cadillac convertible at kerbside on South Beach, Miami, 1990. Wow this site is cool do you remember Toby's Cafeteria? 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. Thank you Don. 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 don't remember exactly, but in the area. Wow, those were good times and glad I grew up in the best of times, the innocent 50's and wild 60's. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. Always ordered their blackened grouper. 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). 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. Whatever Happened To Lum's Restaurant? - Mashed.com At 7140 SW 8th Street (at 71st Ave) there was a building last summer, called The Cascade Restaurant & Lounge (as seen via GoogleStreetView). There was an A&W Rootbeer stand on the corner of US1 and SW 141 St. just north of perrine. But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. Did I miss it somewhere? 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. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? South Florida. The Flashbak Shop Is Open & Selling All Good Things, "Miami Beach is where neon goes to die" - Lenny Bruce. We later built a house on the lake. 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. it was great. Established in 1942 well before the green juice trend hit South Florida its been producing some of freshest juices (and bites) in town. Old Miami Restaurant Buildings Part 1 The Burger Beast 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. I used to spend winters as a little girl at my grandparents'vacation home (lucky kid, huh!) Was in Centurions at Palmetto famous for hosting breakfast after proms and other things best not mentioned. You are correct. They were the only people there and after waiting a few minutes for service, starting tapping their quarters on the counter. I went there many times on my way to Miami Stadium to watch the Miami Orioles play in the Florida State League. Talk about bad timing on my part. Car Hop Drive-In, Red Road and Flagler Street, Miami Carino's Casanova's, 740 E. 9th Street, Hialeah Cattleman, The Champion Bar, Bird Road, Miami Charades Restaurant, Coral Gables Charcoal Smoke House, NE 4th Avenue, Ft. Lauderdale Chesapeake Seafood House, NW North River Drive and 36th Street, Miami Chez Vendome We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. Property records still show that it is licensed as a "bar/entertainment venue," so the day school is probably not operating legally. i saw someone else's comment that mentioned black ceasar's forge, down near where i grew up on matheson's hammock lake #2.that would be nice to see. Owned by a gentleman by the name of Gino Irvin or Irwin? 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. 6/20/2013. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. Great site. Did you know Joe Weiss of Joes Stone Crab actually discovered the stone crab? How about Latta's on NW 7th Ave or the BBQ Barn right down the street. The preschool structure was built in 1991, as a sports bar - "Magics Billiards." 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. 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. Googie . Still no mention of Valenti's on NW 7ty Ave (?) 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. . 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). The 1960s brought an influx of Cuban immigrants, and the 1970s and 1980s brought in more Latin Americans, as well immigrants from Haiti and other Caribbean nations. Top 10 Best "Historic Restaurants" in Miami, FL - Yelp If the decline of Tommys Deck Bar was a sad sign of the times, then Miamis South Beach Pier was even more so. What about "Jack & Lou Leonards" La Pena Restaurant on Bird road near the race track.. 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. Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. Tom from Hollywood, Thank you, both Dons!! No one ever mentions Hart's and no one seems to remember it??? My father worked as a waiter there when it was frequented by movie stars. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. A free standing rectangular building, one small bar, the other larger. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! My dad had a grocery store, Quality Market, just a few blocks up the street, on 7th Av and 15th St. What a wonderful website. Jim Goodwin, do we have any pictures of TOBY'S CAFETERIA on NW 54th St ????????????????????? Free shipping for many products! Heading south from there was Plantation Pit, Dairy Queen, and the 27th Ave Drive In. That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. Does anyone remember the name? The images of Hialeah dining and drinking establishments are in the Hialeah Gallery. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. 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. : ( Someday someone will contribute the photos you want to see. ( 1940's- 50's) I beleive it was on the corner of Alhambra & Aragon Ave. Since the year began, we have seen the closing of newer spots like Porfirio's, Pi Pizzeria, Campania (sister restaurant to veteran Sardiania), Ted's at YoungArts, and Gastropod in Aventura Mall, as well as well-known locations like Khong River House, Oolite, Ticety Tea, and Serendipity 3. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. Thanks so much for these wonderful memories! Anyone out there remember??? I did a brief search and did not find what you are referring to. Would love to see a picture of the place. 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. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. Oh! And, if youre honest, youll just drag up from the depths all the times youve hated or felt passionately about something and play it. Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. Along with Ronnie himself and his, "It is time for art to flow into the organisation of life." At the moment, Bade County police have a stash of 162,000 Ibs. Hank Hagmann's Pal's restaurants were hugely popular in South Florida. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? Hialeah stopped racing in the early 2000's and the track is dormant. The police had been called to this spot a whopping 168 calls that year alone! I think their last name was something like Zipantis. I also wondered if anyone remembers the famous candy store near The Pantry that used to sell hand dipped chocolate fruits. 7pl and i walked to school by myself ,5yrs old, all the way to school on 58st and 13ave!Can't do that today! I somehow remember it being close to the Miami address. #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. Thank you for that information. I used to go there regularly and I would almost always eat in the neighborhood. And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. My mother used to own the 'Stampede Bar' on SW 67 ave and 21stanyone remember Leons or Frasers Barboth on SW 8th st? Rosalie, thank you for posting some great memories. This 40-year-old Cuban diner serves up classic Cuban comfort food in Westchester. Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. If anyone has a photo of The Pub or knows where I can get permission to use such a photo please let us know. Bugs me to no end. 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??? Still have the menu from there Went on to Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Although we were not just a restaurant, but my family drugstore, Allen's Drugs at Red & Bird Rd had a restaurant and we were famous for our hot Chili. the trio diner was a meeting place for everyone after all the bars and clubs closed. Sometimes both. Hill: thank you for posting that item about Sir Pizza. I loved the picture of Paley's Big Wheel. I also went to a birthday party there in the early 60's when I was 6 or 7. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants | Fort Lauderdale - Yelp And Yumbrella? Ive played a lot of evil, ball-breaking women. Thanks. 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. Elite '23. I always remember that as a very busy place. What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. How about the Clover Club on Biscayne Blvd.NW 3rd St. 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. For African Americans, a very popular high end Night club was Roger's Restaurant and Lounge and Peppermints Restaurant and Lounge, both Owned and Operated by Roger Freeman. He may have grown up in New York, but the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine has a spirit that is all Cuban. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. 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. Would love to see a picture of it. The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! [Built in Boomtime, Beach Pier to be Demolished as Eyesore, Miami Herald, November 22, 1984]. Pin on Miami, Florida to me in the 1970's - Pinterest 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. We don't want to rely on ads to bring you the best of visual culture. This is great! 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. I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. Dave Conger I grew up in this area. anyhoo, thanks again, really fun. Hello. Guest 24-Jul-2021 18:07: I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. I was raised in Hialeah(1950-1987) and there were a lot of restaurants that were pictured here. 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. Anyone remember Cookie's on the Mile? I had Lobster ala Newberg there the night I got my driver's license down in Sunnyland Shopping Center. Most notably serving as a steakhouse since 1968, its been known to be a favorite amongst movie stars, presidents and socialites during their visits to South Florida. Great site. 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 . Fidel Castro upped his game sending over his prisoners and crime subsequently went through the roof. What about Santacroce's and Good Food near the U? Ephemeral, disposable, they served only one purposeto let someone know "I'm here. But above all, it held a dear spot in the heart of generations upon generations of Miamians. I can only add what I can find or what people send me. Went to the Edison Center moives every Saturday. I haven't gotten around to moving north yet. Drop me a line at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com. My Mom and aunt were both carhops there in the mid 50's. 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. Brenda Fertig Are you the Don Boyd from NMSH? I received this great e-mail concerning the Majorette Drive-In: To the person who asked about Roys BBQ in Coconut Grove - yes, I remember. Miami was a thriving tourist destination throughout the sixties, with Jackie Gleason moving his shows to the Magic City, calling it the sun and fun capital of the world on camera each week. 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. De Rodriguez may be shuttered, but the chef is on his most important adventure yet. I had some interesting history on the old Andalusia Bake Shop in Corel Gables. Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! Wolfie's sandwiches and complimentary dill pickle spears on every table and booth. left Miami in 67 to move to lauderdale and left there in 69 to move to S.Carolina where I still am. Used to go there in the late sixties. To this day you can still visit to pick up tropical fruit, smoothies and other Florida-only bites. Visit Website. I think we ate there every meal for a few years - 70 - 72 or so. Guest of 13-Apr-2013: I'd love to see one also and be able to post it on here. I forgot to add that the restaurant I am looking for info "Irvins" or Irwins" would have been late 1950's or early 1960's. I used to go there 3 or 4 nights a week back then. Years ago there was a drive-in called HART"S Drive Inn. did I miss it? Does anyone else remember Bill's Barbecue on S.W. I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. This one opened in 1957 at the Cove Yacht Basin on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hillsborough Boulevard and could be accessed. Dan, I was born on Miami Beach and still live in Miami. Worked at sseveral of the restautants , and as teenager MANY of the drive ins.. Rosalie. Keep up the good work, love ya ! and on S. Dixie (now a bank)? Was the Pizza Tower near Ace Music on N.W. That was always one of my favorites. Having grown up down in Kendall though, we cut our teeth on Shorty's bbq. I have added it to the "Restaurants gone but not forgotten" page at: I have a matchbook from the Dream Bar.It was at 71 St. on the oceanIn the Johnina Hotel Miami Beach. My daughter now owns a very small version of our other restaurants and called Original Papa Nick's Pizza Take-out and catering. 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. No trend needed. 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. I believe that restaurant was on Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. I was glad to see Hollemans. The Past Lives of Tempe's Bars and Restaurants Golden Glades Drive Inn? 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!! Historic restaurants in Florida: 8 spots for a meal & story Miami restaurants we'll always remember - The New Tropic I too lived in Hialeah, went to Hialeah Hi.from first day it opened. Does any one remember? I was hoping that one of our viewers would see your comments and respond with some information about the restaurant. Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. Yes, I think you might be right. Please attach it to an e-mail and send it to me at: OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com - thank you very much. 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. It was on NW 36th street across from I think More Park. The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. Thank you for the memories! 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At its pinnacle in the 1970s, Burger Chef had 1,200 locations and was a thriving competitor of McDonald's. And for kids, in particular, Burger Chef was the top choice: It was the first fast-food chain to include toys with its kids' meals. 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. When you ask someone about Cuban food in Miami, this restaurant will probably top their list. Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. TR: welcome to the site and thank you for your comments. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. Another TV commercial urging people away from the cold with their new jingle: When You Need It Bad, Weve Got It Good. Over the past few years, beloved establishments like Tobacco Road, Wolfies Rascal House, Davids Caf, Jumbos, and Escopazzo have all closed. Don. How to keep The New Tropic safe from yourspamfilter. Thanks for the memories. 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. Oops. 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". I don't remember if it was even air conditioned, nobody cared, it was good. Does anyone remember Plantation Pit BBQ? Guest of 7-AUG-2016, can you tell us where Roger's Restaurant and Lounge and Peppermints Restaurant and Lounge were located? Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. Shot a UM student film at Tobacco Road in 1984. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. For trivia buffs, Tony Roma - previous to his restaurant ventures - was the head bartender at the fabled Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard in Miami Beach. Thank you for your comments/memories. Thats one of the interesting things about Miamis transitory nature. To Don Boyd: You're correct about Brevard County having many ex-Miamians. 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. Picciolo's outside patio where you had to grab your dinner and run inside laughing several times during your meal because of sudden rain. Increased quality also means increased competition, between both old and new players. Open in Google Maps. I love the cover of this booklet, not just for its significance to our topic, but check out the total lack of railings around the balconies! 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. Thank You for all the memories. In the 70's that was a new concept. Still unable to find one. Thanks. Here now is a nostalgic look at two legends from Miami's history. 7th Avenue? 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. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. And at least four banks, according to law enforcement officials, are controlled by drug dealers. Joe's Stone Crab, Miami Beach Joe's might be the most famous restaurant in Miami. Founded by the Perlman family, Lum's became popular among college students, says The South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Sorrento's brings back a lot of memories. To non-Miamians, he is best known for Philadelphias Alma de Cuba and formerly New Yorks Patria. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. Wonderful site!! In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. someone would tell a joke and then someone else would tell one and on and on.

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