While he also dabbles in cuisines of other Latin American countries, he doesnt stray far from his Cuban roots. This local seafood spot has been drawing large crowds for more than 40 years. I don't have a picture of the Lagoon but if I find it or any other old Miami menus I'll send them. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. of cocaine worth $5.8 billion, in and around South Florida. God I miss the old Royal Castles.used to practically live in them at the one in Coral gables and another on US 1 and 27th ave. You could fill a bag for 15 cents per burger and same for fries and get a birch beer to go..they were nickle at one timeand who can forget the bowls of chili and those great to order fried eggs bacon grits and toast. Thats one of the interesting things about Miamis transitory nature. 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. Had some good meals there. Right near Chippys, 2 doors west or so. and the Copper Tone Girl was my favorite! My father worked as a waiter there when it was frequented by movie stars. Thank you for writing in. 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. 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. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) I was born at Northwest Hospital on 79th street, 1944. 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. : ), Thanks for putting on your sight the Lighthouse Restaurant which was owned by my. Sambo's Restaurants: The diner chain's story - Click Americana It turns out the place was being held up when they walked in and they were served by one of the robbers!! Whatever Happened To Lum's Restaurant? - Mashed.com Open in Google Maps. I had Lobster ala Newberg there the night I got my driver's license down in Sunnyland Shopping Center. I would love to have a Royal Castle coffee mug for my collection. Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. Picciolo's outside patio where you had to grab your dinner and run inside laughing several times during your meal because of sudden rain. It was a gay bar once owned by Zorita waaaaay back. I love your site. 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. they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. To encourage buyers he put up a sign saying Robert Is Here and he quickly sold out. dr. jeffrey comanor. Anyway, thanks for trying, I was just remembering some great times and was hoping to put the pieces together. You are correct. 31 Photos Of Florida During The 1970s - OnlyInYourState You could order family style meal with fresh baked pies included in the family deal. How about Latta's on NW 7th Ave or the BBQ Barn right down the street. Don. To non-Miamians, he is best known for Philadelphias Alma de Cuba and formerly New Yorks Patria. A free standing rectangular building, one small bar, the other larger. Thanks for a great site.. "Guest" and Miami High Stingaree. 1 Point Upvote Downvote * #9 The Marlin Hotel and a vintage Cadillac convertible at kerbside on South Beach, Miami, 1990. I've been eating there since they opened. I grew up in the Miami area (unincropated Dade County ,between N.Miami & Hialeah ).Many of these resturants hold special memories of my teen years (graduated Miami Central "72"), These images really remind us where we came from. [Built in Boomtime, Beach Pier to be Demolished as Eyesore, Miami Herald, November 22, 1984]. 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. I went there the day I graduated from Miami Senior Higha bunch of us. 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. Thank you whomever. LYNN- you MUST be talking about Marcella's in North Miami, 138 st. & Dixie Hwy. I havn't heard anyone mention one of the great italian restaurants in ma ma vi vi's??? Free shipping for many products! Hes launched various incarnations of D. Rodriguez and De Rodriguez, first at the Astor Hotel and then the Bentley. I cannot now remember the name of the place they has on 17th St in Ft Ld, the building is gone now. Did I miss it somewhere? Thank you for such wonderful Memories. Which was the one on the corner of Miami Avenue and 79th street? Also, there was Shriley's across the street from Miami High. Good food. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House. He is currently part of a culinary adventure program that takes travelers on a tour through Cuba, helping to finally merge the two worlds. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? a high school era friend turned me on to the site, what a cool ideait sure triggered some stuff! Kathy, I'm sorry but I don't have any information on Irvins or Irwins in Hollywood. I remember the Royal Castle on 22nd Av. OMG !!!!! Yes I have a dark side, doesnt everyone? The restaurant has been around for over 35 years and has menu filled with classic Spanish and Cuban dishes. Bugs me to no end. No trend needed. Hill: thank you for posting that item about Sir Pizza. Located in Miami, FL. When someone sends me one I will gladly put it up on the site. Shot a UM student film at Tobacco Road in 1984. 8th Street across the street from the Granada Entrance to Coral Gables? 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. 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. Maybe the elegant cafeteria was the Biscayne Cafeteria? The name was Lou's Donut Shop. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. Oh! When someone sends me a photo of the drive-in at the other location I will add it. 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. called 27 Birds which may still be there, and possibly the place mentioned here called One South towards Kendall. Please enter a valid email and try again. This would not fly today. Odd question. Worked at sseveral of the restautants , and as teenager MANY of the drive ins.. Rosalie. a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. The Saxony Hotel's Ye Noshery Room for the best ice cream concoctions ever. I received this request under another less-viewed gallery and I am reposting it here so more viewers can see it. - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. 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. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. What was the name of the drive-in on I think NW 27th ave & 79th All the carhops wore bright satin outfits and were on roller skates. 13 Classic Old-School Diners in South Florida - Eater Miami Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. 1 Point Upvote Downvote Does any one remember? South Florida. Gone? Occasionally, we like to look back on other periods of Miami dining. Susan is looking for a photo of The Pub on Miracle Mile due to a wedding reception in 1967. Old Florida. That was the hangout for the 1963 Miami High crowd. I can remember these place as if I was there yesterday !!!!! See our. but if you're on Facebook there are a few sites on there that post throwback photos from the Miami/Lauderdale area over the years, including photos and menus from now shuttered restaurants. If anyone has a photo of The Pub or knows where I can get permission to use such a photo please let us know. Gosh so many good restaurants here. Born and raised in Miami, now living in Melbourne in Brevard Co. What a fabulous site. 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! 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.. I remember once we were there and the rolls were not ready and the customers were going crazy until they came out. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. To Linda Altman: I believe the shrimp restaurant you are thinking about was "The Shrimp Place". Bob, thanks for responding. 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. My sister and I loved the big thing of pickles and kraut on the table. 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. Looking at food via the lens of history, you will note that in Miami it is wholly dependent on migratory patterns. also one in Hialeah. A chain owned by two brothers, their corp. was called "A Trysting Place". My aunt lived on LeJuene Rd behind the Lum's,. Welcome Jeanne and Mary Ann and thank you for posting your comments and memories. Very popular at the time. Thank you Don. because it had gas. I know there was a restaurant there which later became Beefsteak Charlie's. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. 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. - all years - click on image to view, Burger Beast Museum Gallery - located at the entrance to the Magic City Casino in Miami, It is spelled Opa-locka, not Opa-Locka, not Opa Locka and not Opa locka - click on image to view gallery, Dade and Broward High School Reunions - Post them here in the comments - click on the image to see planned and past reunions, 2010 - current race/ethnic percentages for Miami-Dade and Broward County High Schools. 1970 to 1999 Miami Area Historical Photos Gallery - PBase and Coral Way or The Pub Restaurant or Sambo's on Douglas Rd. It has always been a place where people stand out. Does anyone remember the first donut shop in Miami? What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. Question. Some places not mentioned and I am sorry that I do not have any pictures to contribute, only memories. This was in the early 50's. I went there many times on my way to Miami Stadium to watch the Miami Orioles play in the Florida State League. And at least four banks, according to law enforcement officials, are controlled by drug dealers. Does anyone remember the name of the barbeque place on 163st? Something went wrong. 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 have just been told of your site. I remember riding Harley-Davidsons, before it was a designer "Thing", to the 'Stampede Bar' as well as the "Pine Tree" (67 Ave and SW 11 St) and the "Champion Bar" on Bird Rd. Youre on National Airlines.. 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. How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? Thanks. They had a color TV at the pool that the adults would watch every night. In the 1970s mobster Meyer Lansky, pursuing the simple life of a philosophical, Chevrolet-driving, book-borrowing library patron, was often spotted noshing in Wolfie's. . Lorne Greene had something to do with developing PSN which is why the floor plans were called "The Ponderosa" and so on. Also, big fans of Santacroce's, Sorrento, Red Diamond Inn, Piccolo, and the Famous. I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. There is blog listing by a family member which gives the history of the place, later bought by a person who expanded it to several bakeries, and bankrupted it in 1999. What about The American Embassy on Bird Road. Best garlic bread in town at the time, 1964. This is the original Miami juice bar. My father owned and operated it from 1947 to 1958. Some of us because we were happy to be out of school and some (me included) because we were so sad that our school days at Miami High were over!!! A great collection of Miami memories. 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? De Rodriguez may be shuttered, but the chef is on his most important adventure yet. It really took me down memory lane. I could go on and on. PS Contact me at my email address. I used to go there 3 or 4 nights a week back then. . I only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. How about Dean's Waffle Shop on 36th AV. One really famous restaurant that I did not see is "Wolfies" on Miami Beach. Thanks Mike, I added it. I would love to see a picture of that place. Love this site. I can only add what I have photos of and until someone sends in photos of the places you mentioned they won't be on the site. i once did a radio show from there back in rhe folk song days of college. Drop me a line at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com. The feds left in 1972, and it was sold to private buyers who used it for condominiums attracting the aforementioned influx of retirees. I don't remember exactly, but in the area. Restaurants of south Florida long gone but not forgotten 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. This Cuban restaurant is filled with breakfast, lunch and dinner items to help satisfy any craving you may have. W, Sign up for the Wow. That was at the old Steven's market on Red Rd near US1. It was somewhere around SW 57-67th Ave and maybe Coral Way. 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. 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. So many memoriesso much GOOD food! Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. Don't forget Sir Pizza on Key Biscayne. In 1956, it was welcomed in Miami Beach, per Florida Backroads Travel. Same structure. I don't remember, but I think it was just west of downtown. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. Pin on Miami, Florida to me in the 1970's - Pinterest Great site. 313 friends. I wish I could remember. I think it was a hamburger joint. 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. Used to go there in the late sixties. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. Hello Don,'I remember many of the restaurants. We used to call them "Black Anus." Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. 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. How about Googies Inn, off limits to servicemen. How about the Hot Shoppes where the Gables kids with the ticked out rides hung out? Brenda Fertig Are you the Don Boyd from NMSH? I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. 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! Never found anything close. I think Brothers Two was the lounge connected to 6 West in the Springs. 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. 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? I do remember the Circus themed berger place in Coral Gables on a street that ran perpendicular to Miracle Mile. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. Pretty soon a guy came out from the back. These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. 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. 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. 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). Does anyone else remember Bill's Barbecue on S.W. We rode bikes everywhere worry free. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. I have to say when Villa Deli closed on Alton Road and The Rascal House. 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. Taste of a decade: 1970s restaurants - Restaurant-ing through history I remember it from the mid-50's when my aunt's boss would take us there and I remember delicious chocolate shakes. I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. 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. Wonderful site!! Is it in here? 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 a fantastic site! Cheerfulness kept creeping in." By the way, that Hollemans is the one i Miami Springs besides that one and one on 7th Ave, they had one at 14th and Washington on the beach, went ther with grandparents as a little girl ( worked at Springs from 1989 through 2004 oh, yes Quinty's Italian restaurant on Hook Square.. Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. I have just spent the past two hours going down memory lane. Welcome Jim, it's great to hear from you again. Actress Meg Foster and Alex Daoud on the set of Miami Vice where Alex played the part of a corrupt (!) I don't know the location or name but I had a birthday party there. I've located 10 members of my Edison graduating class locally, plus many others from other classes and schools. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. Yes, I think you might be right. Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. We could fill up on that. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! By submitting your email, you agree to our. I ate many "All You Can Eat" Shrimp dinners there but I left Miami in 1970 so it might have moved by '72. two old ladies ran the place, and made the best hot fudge sundaes ever. 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. Tempe History Museum . We will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in June of this year. I have some Memorabilia including a menu. My daughter now owns a very small version of our other restaurants and called Original Papa Nick's Pizza Take-out and catering. 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 Gallery - All Years - click to view An important part of growing up in the Miami area were the restaurants, drive-ins, bars, lounges, etc. Among his crimes, Daoud would ride with police officers, find a suspected criminal on the street and beat the shit out of him. Still unable to find one. I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. Does anyone know if they ever had table service outside (on the "Sidewalk")? BURGER KING. The decade was the gateway to the present in many ways. 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. There were some wonderful memories fo rme. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. 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. 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). I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? The pic may be up there, but I missed it. Does anyone remember the name? Great restaurant to go for celebrations. Aldoros Bar.27th ave across from Funland Park. Located in the heart of Little Havana, it has gained a loyal following for its "Pan con Minuta" snapper sandwich and along with other seafood specialities that are still some of the most competitively priced in town. Golden Glades Drive Inn? That was always one of my favorites. Remember these long-lost South Florida restaurants? We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. RARE VINTAGE LUAU RESTAURANT TIKI POLYNESIAN 1960s 1970s GLASS, MIAMI Tony Pecorino. Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. 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. that we dined in and drank in. And the Mug Bar on 79th St. . What was the name of the landmark restaurant that occupied the space on Lincoln Road, now the home of Khong River House? Also how about Brothers Two? My brother Tim will never forget the morning he and another kid went to the Royal Castle on 125th St. and 7th Ave. Thanks. 2145 reviews. I live in Winter Haven now and just celebrated 50th Anniverserary. You nibble on Florida shrimp and conch fritters, and sip a long, cool, Florida drink. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. I almost didn't have room for their banana pudding, but I always forced myself. I was raised in Hialeah(1950-1987) and there were a lot of restaurants that were pictured here. Worse still, Miami Beach mayor Alex Daoud got busted on so many criminal counts that he faced 528 years in prison! One of your early pictures was of a Lum's Restaurant, with the notation help. Post-war vacationers flocked to its beautiful beaches lined with pastel art-deco architecture. I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Established in 1959 by a then 11-year-old Robert who set up a stand to sell his fathers cucumber crop. 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. Reviews on Historic Restaurants in Miami, FL - Old's Havana Cuban Bar & Cocina, Sala'o Cuban Restaurant & Bar, Havana 1957 Cuban Cuisine - Espanola Way, Joe's Stone Crab, Broken Shaker - Miami, Toro Toro, Peacock Garden, Twenty Seven Restaurant & Bar, Versailles, The Surf Club Restaurant We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. You can also click on the yellow colored >>Memories of Old Hialeah, Old Miami and Old South Florida Photo Galleries << at top of any page to get back to the main oldies page to search other galleries. and Miracle Mile. While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. Here we find the youth rallying for Nixon and his VP running mate, Spiro Agnew. 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. How to keep The New Tropic safe from yourspamfilter. did I miss it? Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? 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? Im hoping well start closing down a lot more of these bars. [Miami Herald, September 21, 1986]. TR: welcome to the site and thank you for your comments. ( 1940's- 50's) I beleive it was on the corner of Alhambra & Aragon Ave. 8th Street - just a little drive-up place, as I remember, but such great, sloppy, luscious beef barbrcue sandwiches. I believe that restaurant was on Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. "South Beach, 1974-1990: Photographs of a Jewish Community." Friday, October 27, through Sunday, April 1 . I met the Actor Fred McMurry there. 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. 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. Hialeah stopped racing in the early 2000's and the track is dormant. His parents came from Cuba in 1955, before the Revolution, and moved to Miami when he was 14.
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