How about Santacroces accross from U of M ? What about The American Embassy on Bird Road. 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 havn't heard anyone mention one of the great italian restaurants in ma ma vi vi's??? If you're on the Key and don't go there you've missed some of the best pizza ever. 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. I noticed that recently the building has been converted into a Fuddrucker's. 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.
Looking back at South Florida's long-lost restaurants | PHOTOS Crandon Park. Charlie B - What about Paly's Big Wheel Drive-in Rest..? You relax in a seat thats striped like a beach chair. If you would like a photo for the gallery, I have several. 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.
Memories of old Miami and Dade County, Florida (commentary - PBase . With a large Hispanic community already established in Miami, Uruguayans made their way to the neighborhoods of North Beach and Coral Gables when they immigrated to the United States in the 1960s and 1970s.
13 Classic Old-School Diners in South Florida - Eater Miami Unfortunately we lost it many years ago and a number of restaurants have failed in the same location. 320 Miami Nostalgia 60s, 70s & 80s ideas | miami, florida, miami beach Pinterest Today Watch Explore Log in Sign up Miami Nostalgia 60s, 70s & 80s 325 Pins 8y M Collection by Marion Siegel Share Similar ideas popular now Miami Florida Miami Beach Palomar Leaning Tower Of Pisa Hometown Attraction 60s Contest Miami Nostalgia Community 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. Think I'm going to see if they'll ship to Seattle!!!! Miami Senior High in 1964. 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. What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. 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. Actress Meg Foster and Alex Daoud on the set of Miami Vice where Alex played the part of a corrupt (!) Wolfie's sandwiches and complimentary dill pickle spears on every table and booth. Thank you! These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. Sure, I'd love to add it to the site. 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! across the street from Kelly's Drive Inn. Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. 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. An estimated 70% of all marijuana and cocaine imported into the U.S. passes through South Florida. Sambo's was a popular chain of family restaurants that offered diner-style table service. It was on Flagler about 14th Ave. Thank you for a great site. One of your early pictures was of a Lum's Restaurant, with the notation help.
Famous in its day: Wolfie's | Restaurant-ing through history Located in an alleyway off US1 in Pinecrest, Keg South is the epitome of a dive bar. Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. Some places not mentioned and I am sorry that I do not have any pictures to contribute, only memories. My parents moved into Hialeah in 1953 so i can relate to the later pictures,Fond memories. The original spot was launched in the 1950s, and the chain grew based on its popular beer-steamed hot dogs, fried seafood, and frosted glass beers. 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. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. I love all th pictures. The restaurants that you mention were not left out on purpose, it's just because no one has sent in photos of them. I went to Miami Norland Senior with a young lady by the name of Robin Pearlman. That was at the old Steven's market on Red Rd near US1. The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. Don, a friend just told me on Facebook that the Hasta Restaurant on Douglas Rd was what used to be the Douglas Rd Coffeehouse in the 1960s. After graduating from Miami High in '57, went with parents and friends to celebrate at Red Diamond. Something went wrong. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. any images of The Pieces of Eight Lounge on SW 8th Street and 49th Avenue would be greatly appreciated. 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. 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. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. Born and raised in Miami, now living in Melbourne in Brevard Co. What a fabulous site. Submarine Sam's in North Miami Beach with the incredible subs that had marinated white onions on them and the best bread. In the 1970s the restaurant industry and the custom of eating in restaurants grew rapidly. Sorrento's brings back a lot of 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. I don't have any photos but have fond memories of many,many Places listed. Yes, The Granada Seafood Restaurant was on SW 8th St near Granada Blvd. And Yumbrella? What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! (1979) There was a Playboy Club next door! Palmetto High 1964. Hi Joseph, the Sorrento is only missing because I haven't come across any photos of it yet. Does anyone remember Plantation Pit BBQ? This has been one of Miamis top barbecue spots since 1951. 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. 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. 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. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. Thanks so much for these wonderful memories! Would anyone have any pictures of Santacroce's Italian restaurant in Coral Gables? I also went to a birthday party there in the early 60's when I was 6 or 7. Wonderful trip back in time. They had great ribs and sweet potato pie! When you think of Lums the original I believe was on 41st Street.They later featured the Ollie Burger which was the recipe from Ollies near Beach High. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? I will give you credit and thanks for sending it to me if you give me a name to use. Tempe History Museum . My guess is Oven's, but what do I know? I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. I had some interesting history on the old Andalusia Bake Shop in Corel Gables. The constant influx of new cultures has created waves of trends in the regions food scene. Used to go there in the late sixties. Remember a little ice cream parlor on Flagler St, I think it was called Puritan. Please consider making a donation to our site. Hialeah Florida. I used to go there 3 or 4 nights a week back then. To this day, the best subs I ever had.and those onions rings..oh manwhy do the best places not last?? someone would tell a joke and then someone else would tell one and on and on. Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. Miami was loaded with Italian restaurants in the sixties and seventies. My Mom then moved to 7999 NW 15th Ave where I returned to after Vietnam. I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. The name of the restaurant on South Pointe, before it became Smith and Wollensky in 1997?? 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 Gus's juice bar on Collins Ave. Used to gothere as akid in the late 50's, early 60's.Best pina colada's! Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. Does anyone remember the name? Sharon W. Miami Beach, FL. Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Funland Park was the name of the place. Check out our 1970s miami style selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. I'll change the information and paste your response in the right place. 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. Miami New Times Westword Coupons Captain . Don, I worked for Josefine in 59 & 60..at Quinty's at nite on Friday & Sat nite. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. It was a Benihana previously. Pumpernik's Restaurant on Miami Beach Marcella's Italian Restaurant in North Miami and later Hollywood - great ads on late night TV in the early 70's . With Vietnam chanting protesters, RNC cars surrounded and windows shattered, the Republicans felt terrorized and unsafe. they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. I celebrated 10 years of retirement last month and it's gone by in a blur but it's been a lot of fun. 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Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. Thank you whomever. In 1954, it was franchised to a couple of fellas from Miami franchised the brand in Miami. Also, I used to work at the Lums in Coconut Grove too. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. Maybe the elegant cafeteria was the Biscayne Cafeteria? I'll have to stop by the Sir Pizza on the key the next time we go over there. Years ago there was a drive-in called HART"S Drive Inn. Does anybody remember a Chinese buffet called Yum's on 15th ave and Thomas their was a second location on 19th ave and Peoria. 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. It turns out the place was being held up when they walked in and they were served by one of the robbers!! I so enjoy viewing this website. Also, you have a picture of Betty's Restaurant and Betty's Restaurant and Lobo Lounge on 14th Street and Biscayne Blvd. The food was as good as any sit-down restaurant. I love your site. You are correct. And you SW residents didn't take any photos to share with us while patronizing those places? But there were, of course, two sides in this conflict. Thanks. Picciolo's outside patio where you had to grab your dinner and run inside laughing several times during your meal because of sudden rain. Some of them became Big Daddy's [now Flanigan's], I know the 27 Birds was one of them. 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.
1970 to 1999 Miami Area Historical Photos Gallery - PBase Burger King was founded as Insta Burger King way back in 1953. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. I live right in back of it in a new apartment complex and run by Mrs, Mack. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. Best onion rings in the world! 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. Bob, thanks for responding. Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. Someone stole the sign of the last Lum's in Davie a couple of weeks ago, according to what I read in Miami Herald neighbours online. It seemed that all connections with its former glory days were being destroyed. Located in Miami, FL. Still no mention of Valenti's on NW 7ty Ave (?) Expect items like Pan Con Bistec, Flan and Cafecitos at throwback (read: inexpensive) prices. 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. 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. 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. Oh Don, what joy you have brought all of us "old" miamians!!! 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. Can you verify this? I need to catch up on some of the comments that have been posted here, so here goes: Does anyone else remember the "Pallas Athena" Greek restaurant on West Flager St. a little past the railroad tracks? Good food. Thats one of the interesting things about Miamis transitory nature. Dianne, the name of the drive-in was the "Frank 'n Bun" and it was there until at least 1960 because aerial photos of the new Northside Shopping Center show it still there. I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. 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. To Linda Altman: I believe the shrimp restaurant you are thinking about was "The Shrimp Place". 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.. 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. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. 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 was looking for a good meal before arriving at the stadium (I can only eat so many hot dogs). Yes, I think you might be right. It was my Dad's and we have none! Anyone remember Deli City, Santacroce, Formosa? The landmark space still brings people in by the droves for its famous claws and sides. 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 . Founded by the Perlman family, Lum's became popular among college students, says The South Florida Sun-Sentinel. Great restaurant to go for celebrations. There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. 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. 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. Thanks for any info. 7th Ave in Miami, and BBQ Barn a couple miles north on 7th ave. Dows anyone remember the Trio Diner on SW 8th Street and 37 Ave? Aldoros Bar.27th ave across from Funland Park. I was hoping that one of our viewers would see your comments and respond with some information about the restaurant. I live in Winter Haven now and just celebrated 50th Anniverserary. In the 70's that was a new concept. I kept looking for a picture of Watsons Restaurant on NE 2 Ave. in Little River. Bugs me to no end. 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. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. We used to call them "Black Anus." Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. Yes, I remember Plantation Pit BBQ.. next to Dairy Queen and across the street was the 27th Avenue Drive-In.. Memories.. Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. 7th Avenue? And George's Chicken Restaurant where, if George liked you, he would take you on a tour of his "secret" kitchen. Thanks for pointing out the Hasta and Red Coach. my error. 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. Report as inappropriate. Pembroke Pines, FL. Great Steaks and rosin backed potatoes. Tom from Hollywood, Thank you, both Dons!! 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.