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Welcome Jeanne and Mary Ann and thank you for posting your comments and memories. Does anyone remember Gus's juice bar on Collins Ave. Used to gothere as akid in the late 50's, early 60's.Best pina colada's! The year was 1970 when we opened it and sold our share out and moved to North Carolina and built one here 20 miles N. of Asheville, N.C. We sold it as my husband got sick and passed away 6 years ago. Hi Joseph, the Sorrento is only missing because I haven't come across any photos of it yet. Bob, thanks for responding. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. I grew up on Miami Beach. Please attach it to an e-mail and send it to me at: OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com - thank you very much. I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? 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. But throughout its several owners and even a fire, it still has remained a go-to spot for Miamians to get their bbq on. My husband and I owned it with our partner. While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. I was born at Northwest Hospital on 79th street, 1944. 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. All great memories of my old neighborhood. 7pl and i walked to school by myself ,5yrs old, all the way to school on 58st and 13ave!Can't do that today! My parents moved into Hialeah in 1953 so i can relate to the later pictures,Fond memories. A 24 hr a day delight. Guest from 27-Apr-2015, thank you for the name of the bar and the location. Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w. 10 Fantastic Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Miami, 12 Classic Miami Restaurants Everyone Should Try. I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. In 1954, it was franchised to a couple of fellas from Miami franchised the brand in Miami. I ate many "All You Can Eat" Shrimp dinners there but I left Miami in 1970 so it might have moved by '72. Guest of 21-JAN-14, thank you for your comment regarding the Lum's but do you know what photo? A great collection of Miami memories. I met the Actor Fred McMurry there. And Yumbrella? Live music lovers have been flocking to this pub since 1979. It is mentioned in comments in other galleries. Wonderful trip back in time. The food was as good as any sit-down restaurant. A chain owned by two brothers, their corp. was called "A Trysting Place". This is the link to it: Anyone have any pictures or info on the old Pig Trail Inn Restaurant in Miami Beach? Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. BURGER KING. Also - I remember Black Caesar's Forge (somewhere in the Gables?) 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. DONATE, Before the money moved in, Kings Cross was a place for born-and-bred locals, clubs and crime, See what really went on during that time in NYC's topless go-go bars, Chris Stein 's photographs of Debbie Harry and friends take us back to a great era of music. 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. Owning and operating a restaurant is a tough feat and not for the faint of heart. What a wonderful collection of images. Thank you for the memories! 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. Gosh so many good restaurants here. 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. Wow, what memories. Don't forget Sir Pizza on Key Biscayne. . If you enjoy what we do, please consider becoming a patron with a recurring monthly subscription of your choosing. I kept looking for a picture of Watsons Restaurant on NE 2 Ave. in Little River. Any pic of that place? I do not see it listed, it is now a day care center!! Ephemeral, disposable, they served only one purposeto let someone know "I'm here. : ), Thanks for putting on your sight the Lighthouse Restaurant which was owned by my. 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). 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. I'll have to stop by the Sir Pizza on the key the next time we go over there. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. 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. Great restaurant to go for celebrations. 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??? Occasionally, we like to look back on other periods of Miami dining. 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. The constant influx of new cultures has created waves of trends in the regions food scene. On one hand we have the nations retirees going to live out their final days, and on the other we have a drug war zone yielding unprecedented violence. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. Does anyone remember "Papa Nick's Italian-American Restaurant in Perrine? My grandfather was owner (I believe) when it had the Lobo Lounge. does anybody remember the restaurant that had a number of rooms, all decorated in completely different styles. a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. thanks for the memories. But this Land of the Elderly status didnt exactly boost tourism. We don't want to rely on ads to bring you the best of visual culture. Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! Is it in here? Aside from one location in Nebraska that closed in 2017, all other Lum's had closed by 1983. Thank you Don. You relax in a seat thats striped like a beach chair. Just north of 36h St. on Kenmore or Sheridan, near Okeechobee. I grew up near Coral Way and S.W. When someone sends me one I will gladly put it up on the site. Youre on National Airlines.. 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. However, that growth coupled with a new real estate boom also has led to historic places closing, making way for newer and edgier concepts. Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. I havn't heard anyone mention one of the great italian restaurants in ma ma vi vi's??? I'm sure you would still be able to hear the band out there, the Mop Tops were good AND loud. While he also dabbles in cuisines of other Latin American countries, he doesnt stray far from his Cuban roots. Drop me a line at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com. Since the year began, we have seen the closing of newer spots like Porfirios, Pi Pizzeria, Campania (sister restaurant to veteran Sardiania), Teds at YoungArts, and Gastropod in Aventura Mall, as well as well-known locations like Khong River House, Oolite, Ticety Tea, and Serendipity 3. , ! Crandon Park. I have just been told of your site. Anyone remember Cookie's on the Mile? they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. This has been one of Miamis top barbecue spots since 1951. I almost didn't have room for their banana pudding, but I always forced myself. It was on 79th St. at about NW fifth acenue. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) The landmark space still brings people in by the droves for its famous claws and sides. 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. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. We rode bikes everywhere worry free. How about the Hot Shoppes where the Gables kids with the ticked out rides hung out? Charles, welcome and thank you for posting. Still unable to find one. Maybe the elegant cafeteria was the Biscayne Cafeteria? Also featured in: 11 Kosher-Friendly Restaurants in South Florida. This is the original Miami juice bar. . We moved to Starke, Fl. Does anyone remember the name of the barbeque place on 163st? Submarine Sam's in North Miami Beach with the incredible subs that had marinated white onions on them and the best bread. 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. This was in the early 50's. I don't have any photos but have fond memories of many,many Places listed. Your friend may be correct but without a photo I can't verify it. Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. I celebrated 10 years of retirement last month and it's gone by in a blur but it's been a lot of fun. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. Jack: thank you for your offer. Such is the case with Douglas Rodriguez, part of the aforementioned Mango Gang. When someone sends me a photo of the drive-in at the other location I will add it. Actress Meg Foster and Alex Daoud on the set of Miami Vice where Alex played the part of a corrupt (!) 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. Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? I used to spend winters as a little girl at my grandparents'vacation home (lucky kid, huh!) 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. 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! Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. 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. 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. Pretty soon a guy came out from the back. Carlton, I will assume that you are referring to a building that was there long ago? And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. 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. it was great. 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. 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. What a great Site !! Guest of 9-JUN-2015: I'm working on the images you sent and they should be up on this page in an hour or two. Although it didn't hold up against Chili's, TGI Fridays, and Applebee's, there was a time when it was fairly ubiquitous throughout the states. How about the Clover Club on Biscayne Blvd.NW 3rd St. Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. Dibb posted this comment in my Guestbook and I am reposting it here in hopes that someone will provide the answer to his question: Don, while visiting this page tonight I spotted the comments about "The Snackery". That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. 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. The building that houses Duffys has had many lives since it first opened its doors more than 75 years ago but the one that stuck was Duffys. My wife and I moved to Merritt Island in 1966 after I left Miami in 1962 for the Air Force. The Car Hop Drive-in was located on the corner of Flagler St. and Red Road. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. Hialeah Florida. It was on Flagler about 14th Ave. It is one of the few places around here that existed in the fifties, and it was known to be a clandestine spot for its underground ambiance, providing a one-stop shop for wheelings and dealings, says former general manager Ricardo Gutierrez. 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. At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. Does any one remember? Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. Anyone out there remember??? 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. I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. 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. To this day, the best subs I ever had.and those onions rings..oh manwhy do the best places not last?? I love these pics . The Saxony Hotel's Ye Noshery Room for the best ice cream concoctions ever. 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. I live right in back of it in a new apartment complex and run by Mrs, Mack. Miami Beach Florida. 27th Ave and 88th St. next to the Dairy Queen. A couple ran it, Harry the chef, and his wife as waitress. 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.. 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. My sister seems to remember the name started with a "T" and I seemed to remember it being a persons name. There will never be another city as beautiful and interesting as Miami was in the 30s-60sit was very mysterious!! Thanks. Love Ya All ,Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp. Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. South Beach had earned such a horrible reputation that it almost changed its name to Oceanside. Now, as the soon-to-be-arrested Mayor Daoud put it: That place has been an absolute cesspool for crime and criminal activity. in 1971. Michael, thank you for mentioning the Majorette Drive-In. The preschool structure was built in 1991, as a sports bar - "Magics Billiards." http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. The antique booze bottles and vintage posters found throughout The Bar are a nod to its long history in Miami. The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! Funland Park was the name of the place. Went to the Edison Center moives every Saturday. 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". This would not fly today. I was glad to see Hollemans. That was the hangout for the 1963 Miami High crowd. Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. We used to call them "Black Anus." . . Haven't been back since I know things have changed since 87.. Wasn't the Granada Restaurant on S.W. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. It was a sad testament to what had happened to the city. Oh Don, what joy you have brought all of us "old" miamians!!! I wish I could remember. It was my Dad's and we have none! The restaurants that you mention were not left out on purpose, it's just because no one has sent in photos of them. A native, here since 1927. It reminds me of Miami long ago. It was on Bird Road near 80 avenue? Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for RARE VINTAGE LUAU RESTAURANT TIKI POLYNESIAN 1960s 1970s GLASS, MIAMI BEACH FL at the best online prices at eBay! Dan, I was born on Miami Beach and still live in Miami. See the photos in the 1960 time frame in this gallery: Does anybody have a photo or anything from "The Varsity Inn" club on Dixie Hwy at U of M? I will give you credit and thanks for sending it to me if you give me a name to use. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! No, not the North Miami Don Boyd though you are the second person to ask me recently. Owned by a gentleman by the name of Gino Irvin or Irwin? 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. 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. It has always been a place where people stand out. Sharon W. Miami Beach, FL. Miami was loaded with Italian restaurants in the sixties and seventies. 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. Charlie B - What about Paly's Big Wheel Drive-in Rest..? Thank you for your comments/memories. I used to go there regularly and I would almost always eat in the neighborhood. Looking at food via the lens of history, you will note that in Miami it is wholly dependent on migratory patterns. Remember Bill's Barbeque Drive in on SW 8th St next to the Tower Theater. Burger King was founded as Insta Burger King way back in 1953. I don't think they had a/c. Yes, I think you might be right. Thanks. I believe she married Howey Schwartz right after high school. 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. We later built a house on the lake. I loved the picture of Paley's Big Wheel. 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. Wolfie's sandwiches and complimentary dill pickle spears on every table and booth. Great steak sandwich. Does anyone know if they ever had table service outside (on the "Sidewalk")? A film by by Coronado Studios for the Tourist Development Authority of Miami Beach, circa 1970: But for all these attempts to lure in tourists, in the eighties it only got worse. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. . Growing up you know that when it was time for your quinceaera there was only one place to get your cake: Vickys Bakery. That is, until 2008 when Bennigan's went bankrupt. Tempe History Museum . I would usually get Walt's meatloaf (it was the best) with home cooked veggies and bisquits. My dad knew the owners from the restaurant they had in the garment district in N.Y. We went there all the time. 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. I would love to see it, or know where to look for it. What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! W, Sign up for the Oh! A month later, the Republican National Convention was also held there to even more hostile crowds. we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? Founded by the Perlman family, Lum's became popular among college students, says The South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Sounds like you are describing the garlic rolls from Mario the Baker on W. Dixie Highway in North Miami. I have just spent the past two hours going down memory lane. The restaurant has been around for over 35 years and has menu filled with classic Spanish and Cuban dishes. 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. Old Florida. The images of Hialeah dining and drinking establishments are in the Hialeah Gallery. I was raised in Hialeah(1950-1987) and there were a lot of restaurants that were pictured here. He also helped launch OLA, first on Biscayne Boulevard, then in the Savoy Hotel, before making its last stop at the Sanctuary Hotel. Also, used to love Mike Gordon's Seafood Restaurant on the 79th Causeway. 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. Unfortunately we lost it many years ago and a number of restaurants have failed in the same location. 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. And George's Chicken Restaurant where, if George liked you, he would take you on a tour of his "secret" kitchen. 2145 reviews. I would love to see a picture of that place. Thanks. Sure, I'd love to add it to the site. 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. And the Mug Bar on 79th St. Miami might be a young city in the grand scheme of things it was only incorporated in 1896 but we still have plenty of spots that have some history behind them that also serve solid food and drink. Thanks for all the effort. I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. Wow. 3030 Ocean is definitely one of the most famous restaurants in Miami. THAT's where little kids learned what "gourmet" wasand romance, too, I guess! St Petersburg is the city Christopher Hitchens called "an apparent temple of civilization: the polished window between Russia and Europe the, "I never saw Eric Ravilious depressed. In the 70's that was a new concept. If anyone can part with this nostalgic item of my childhood, I'll gladly pay. 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. Would love to see a picture of the place. Most, if not all, of Miamis 250 banks have drug money in their accounts. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. Does anyone remember the first donut shop in Miami? - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. I don't remember exactly, but in the area. Going from the Beach to Miami on the 79th St. Causeway 1 or 2 in the morning, you could always stop by for a quick take-out meal. (305) 974-2626. To Don Boyd: You're correct about Brevard County having many ex-Miamians.