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. Thank you for that information. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. A 24 hr a day delight. 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 Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Hi, I'm Dutch woman, my name is Berry and I really like to know all about the Dining/Dancing Golden Earrings in Hialeah. . The very best Escargo. I worked with the Tyler's daughter at Rockway Jr. High in the 70's. Owned by a gentleman by the name of Gino Irvin or Irwin? Tyler's last restaurant was on Bird Road around 112 Ave. - in the Concord Shopping Plaza. Grab a seat at its U shaped counter, order a 2-2-2-2 special and listen to stories from waitresses who have been working there for decades. I better get off here, giving away my agerosalie. Very popular at the time. Also how about Brothers Two? Starting in his early days at the Wet Paint Caf, he gained a love for experimenting with Latin ingredients in nontraditional ways. 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. Ollies was there for years and Ollie was a true character. 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! Gone? Memory Test - where were these photos taken? No trend needed. Also featured in: 11 Kosher-Friendly Restaurants in South Florida. Howard, I remember Valenti's on NW 7th Ave quite well. For locals, the clandestine nature, the grit and grime of the place, was part of itscharm, a go-to spot for underage liquor purchases and fuzzy memories of many fun nights. I used to spend winters as a little girl at my grandparents'vacation home (lucky kid, huh!) It was on Flagler about 14th Ave. For safe return. 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. a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. I would especially like to add the South Pacific and Jahns in the Gables because of fond high school memories at both of them. That was the hangout for the 1963 Miami High crowd. I will give you credit and thanks for sending it to me if you give me a name to use. The constant influx of new cultures has created waves of trends in the regions food scene. . And, what about the long, long soda fountain counter at Breeding's Drug Store also tucked in along that University stretch back then? they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. I KNOW that it was west of Ponce, east of Le Jeune, north of Miracle Mile, and pretty sure south of Alhambra. To encourage buyers he put up a sign saying Robert Is Here and he quickly sold out. 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. My parents moved into Hialeah in 1953 so i can relate to the later pictures,Fond memories. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? I haven't gotten around to moving north yet. In the area of 21 Street and Collins you had another Wolfies, Chandlers next door and the famous Ember's known forf their salad dressing. They would have been the oldest (100 years) but they have been demolished for yet another huge new project (City Centre or whatever) in the Brickell area along the river. Across from the Royal Castle on 95th Street was a Georgia Pan Fried Chicken. The name was Lou's Donut Shop. judge in the episode Fruit of the Poison Tree. Does anyone remember the Majorette Drive In? The image is at: Thank you so much for bringing back memories of some of the Florida that I remember - and some I had forgotten. . 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. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. Was in Centurions at Palmetto famous for hosting breakfast after proms and other things best not mentioned. We could fill up on that. And, if youre honest, youll just drag up from the depths all the times youve hated or felt passionately about something and play it. 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I noticed that recently the building has been converted into a Fuddrucker's. Does anyone have a picture of the Plantation restaurant or remember the hobby shop where they raced the big slot cars? Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. 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". ANDthe geography of Italy we picked up reading the Santacrocci place matswhile listening to Sinatra love songs! We fished or drag raced every weekend. 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. It was my Dad's and we have none! of marijuana waiting to be entered as evidence in court cases. Please enter a valid email and try again. Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. I remember going to Jack Perry's Sidewalk Cafe many times in the early to mid sixties, but I remember a big three sided bar and many tables inside. 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. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? 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. I grew up near Coral Way and S.W. South Florida. Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. anyhoo, thanks again, really fun. Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? In the end, Foxs fell prey to one of the scourges faced by everyone in Miami skyrocketing property values. This would not fly today. I was HHS class of 1965. 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. Dad used to build and race dune buggies near PSN/Indian Mound and the Everglades. That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. Or the MauMau Lounge in the Springs by the Airport? The landmark space still brings people in by the droves for its famous claws and sides. [1950 Photo of Bass Museum of Art Courtesy of Florida Memory]. Cruzing Hot Shoppes on Dixie Highway in my 56 Ford called Thunder Road; new we would score every night but never did. I would walk right past it every day going to Little River Elementary School. In 1956, it was welcomed in Miami Beach, per Florida Backroads Travel. Ive played a lot of evil, ball-breaking women. Oops. 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.. There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. Dan, I was born on Miami Beach and still live in Miami. View of people canoeing at Disney World - Orlando, Florida, 1971. Thats one of the interesting things about Miamis transitory nature. I used to work at Lum's on Bird Road (1977) then at the Lum's at the Miami Airport Inn on Lejune Road. Does anybody remember a Chinese buffet called Yum's on 15th ave and Thomas their was a second location on 19th ave and Peoria. and Coral Way or The Pub Restaurant or Sambo's on Douglas Rd. Thank you very much for your contributions. This one opened in 1957 at the Cove Yacht Basin on the Intracoastal Waterway at Hillsborough Boulevard and could be accessed. Here now is a nostalgic look at two legends from Miami's history. What we always missed the most was the good food and the beautiful water. We don't want to rely on ads to bring you the best of visual culture. Love this site. 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. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. Youre on National Airlines.. 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. It's just a matter of time as more and more folks discover the site and remember that they have a certain photo of a certain place. Got sick on the ride that had two bullet-like capsules. Thank you for the memories! Here we find the youth rallying for Nixon and his VP running mate, Spiro Agnew. The odds of it remaining are slim to none. But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. I was raised in Hialeah(1950-1987) and there were a lot of restaurants that were pictured here. 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. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. Anyone out there remember??? Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. I'm sure you would still be able to hear the band out there, the Mop Tops were good AND loud. Glad to see the pictures. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. That was always one of my favorites. #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. 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. One was I believe called Nine West or a similar name. 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. 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. You have my email addy; let me know when you move up here and I'll give you the scoop on the local seafood joints. Tom from Hollywood, Thank you, both Dons!! Tommy, welcome to the site. Welcome Jim, it's great to hear from you again. 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. How about Googies Inn, off limits to servicemen. 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. But Miami hadnt totally abandoned hope of attracting tourists. Cliff went on to build a notable little hotel in Las Vegas named Caesar's Palace. We used to call them "Black Anus." . Miami Beach Florida. love this site-found it while doing research for a nostalgia visit to my hometown of miami springs -i was looking to see if pumpernick's in south miami was still open-boo hoo-but i will always have my fond memories of gracies italian with its great garlic knots and the donut holes my dad would bring home when he got off duty from the coral gables fire deparment from gracies delicatessen in miami springs-and lord how did i suvive riding my bike all over, all the way up to 49th street in hialeah. It was on NW 36th street across from I think More Park. Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. I so enjoy viewing this website. and on S. Dixie (now a bank)? does anybody remember the restaurant that had a number of rooms, all decorated in completely different styles. While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? 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. dr. jeffrey comanor. OMG !!!!! 1 Point Upvote Downvote I would love to see it, or know where to look for it. It was a gay bar once owned by Zorita waaaaay back. Wonderful site!! I don't have any photos but have fond memories of many,many Places listed. After the closing of Tobacco Road, Foxs became the oldest restaurant on the mainland, as well as the oldest with a dual liquor license, capable of operating a liquor store and bar at the same time. We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. Golden Glades Drive Inn? Old Florida. I remember when they built Luby Chevrolet on the west side of 27th Ave as well. I passed it on to Pete Ciolfi so he can tell his mom about yet another person who remembers Quinty's. One of your early pictures was of a Lum's Restaurant, with the notation help. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. I am too buried with photo work and family stuff to be a researcher of old information for viewers of this site. 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. 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Hello Don,'I remember many of the restaurants. Weve rounded up the top 25 places in the Magic City worthy of checking out where you can can get a heaping side of nostalgia along with a delicious meal and beverage. Good food. Now, as the soon-to-be-arrested Mayor Daoud put it: That place has been an absolute cesspool for crime and criminal activity. I have been searching for but so far have not been able to find a photo of HOT SHOPPES. Love Ya All ,Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp. Does anyone know what happened to a little juicebar called Athens on Collins Avenue, Does anyone remember or better have photos of the nightspot, "watering hole", not a restaurant, that was where the Melting Pot is now, Biscayne south of NE 163rd St? Absolutely beautiful - I think it had chandeliers, and the waiters were full of class! Located in Miami, FL. 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House. I love these pics . It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) I have some Memorabilia including a menu. Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! 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. Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. Dusty and Algis, thank you for your comments and memories. I'm hoping someone here will remember Walt's (or Walter's) Restaurant on N. W. 20th Street between 10th and 11th Avenue in Miami. If you scan that menu I'll be glad to add it to the site. Located in an alleyway off US1 in Pinecrest, Keg South is the epitome of a dive bar. We used to go to the one on N.W. Sometimes both. Report as inappropriate. I remember Nayton's very well. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. His parents came from Cuba in 1955, before the Revolution, and moved to Miami when he was 14. If anyone can part with this nostalgic item of my childhood, I'll gladly pay. It has always been a place where people stand out. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. Which, ironically, has never been a hotel. 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. Those pictures are great. 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. 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. In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? 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. I grew up on Miami Beach. did I miss it? Thank you for your comments/memories. We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Cannot remember the exact address, but there were lots of Puritan places around to get hot fudge sundaes. Shop our vintage 1970s restaurants selection from top sellers and makers around the world. Is it in here? 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. 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? There were some wonderful memories fo rme. And the Mug Bar on 79th St. This 40-year-old Cuban diner serves up classic Cuban comfort food in Westchester. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. I met the Actor Fred McMurry there. I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. He is currently part of a culinary adventure program that takes travelers on a tour through Cuba, helping to finally merge the two worlds. How about Santacroces accross from U of M ? [Built in Boomtime, Beach Pier to be Demolished as Eyesore, Miami Herald, November 22, 1984]. Do you have any pictures of IHOP Drive-In that was located at Bird Road and Dixie Highway? I don't know the location or name but I had a birthday party there. Thanks for a great site.. "Guest" and Miami High Stingaree.
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