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This is the link to it: Anyone have any pictures or info on the old Pig Trail Inn Restaurant in Miami Beach? At the time I thought this was their big claim to fame (little did I know). Miami in the 1970s and 80s: A Look at the Magic City's - Flashbak Does anyone recall a diner in possibly Hollywood, Fl by the name of Irvin's or Irwin's? Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? Remember Bill's Barbeque Drive in on SW 8th St next to the Tower Theater. Vintage Florida. 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. Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories. Absolutely beautiful - I think it had chandeliers, and the waiters were full of class! I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. We fished or drag raced every weekend. 31 Photos Of Florida During The 1970s - OnlyInYourState This Old Miami section has developed into something far larger than I ever imagined and I have a huge backlog of old photos yet to add. Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. To Don Boyd: You're correct about Brevard County having many ex-Miamians. because it had gas. Then in 1921 his small stand on Miami Beach began to sell them and the rest is history. 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 . Which, ironically, has never been a hotel. THAT's where little kids learned what "gourmet" wasand romance, too, I guess! Thank you for such wonderful Memories. I had just returned from 14 months overseas and thought I'd found heaven. This is great! Thank you very much for your contributions. Gallery - All Years - click to view An important part of growing up in the Miami area were the restaurants, drive-ins, bars, lounges, etc. They had a color TV at the pool that the adults would watch every night. Thanks so much for these wonderful memories! In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. Please contact me at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com and we'll arrange to get a photo or two or three up on the site. I cannot now remember the name of the place they has on 17th St in Ft Ld, the building is gone now. TR: welcome to the site and thank you for your comments. In the 1970s the restaurant industry and the custom of eating in restaurants grew rapidly. All great memories of my old neighborhood. 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. was Dixie. And at least four banks, according to law enforcement officials, are controlled by drug dealers. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. These 1980s Restaurants Didn't Stand the Test of Time - Eat This Not That Mom and dad graduated in 61 from Hialeah High. How about the Clover Club on Biscayne Blvd.NW 3rd St. 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. 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 Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. Does anyone remember Brussard's Restaurant on Miami Beach? I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Does anyone know if they ever had table service outside (on the "Sidewalk")? Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w. What was the name of the landmark restaurant that occupied the space on Lincoln Road, now the home of Khong River House? Remember these long-lost South Florida restaurants? I can remember these place as if I was there yesterday !!!!! 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. Miamis 14 Best Food Takeout and Delivery Options, 38 Essential Restaurants in Miami, Winter 2023, The 22 Must-Try Pizza Restaurants in Miami, Where to Find the Best Pizza Takeout and Delivery Options in Miami, Where to Eat on Thanksgiving in South Florida, The 19 Restaurants Worth Seeking Out in Little Havana, 14 South Florida Tourist Traps That Are Actually Good, If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. Gone? Glad to see the pictures. How about Latta's on NW 7th Ave or the BBQ Barn right down the street. Looking at food via the lens of history, you will note that in Miami it is wholly dependent on migratory patterns. I was born at Northwest Hospital on 79th street, 1944. they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. 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). I remember they always had three tureens of different soups every night. However, you need to look at the photos again because there is a photo of the Hasta on the 4th row from the bottom and there is a photo of the Red Coach Grill on Biscayne in the 1960's period along with a Red Coach Grill on Sunny Isles. 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! Report as inappropriate. Pembroke Pines, FL. PS Contact me at my email address. 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. Does anyone remember Leonard's LaPena? It was on NW 36th street across from I think More Park. Hal, welcome and thank you for posting. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. Thats when the cooking magic began. And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. The 1960s brought an influx of Cuban immigrants, and the 1970s and 1980s brought in more Latin Americans, as well immigrants from Haiti and other Caribbean nations. To this day you can still visit to pick up tropical fruit, smoothies and other Florida-only bites. I live right in back of it in a new apartment complex and run by Mrs, Mack. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. This Cuban restaurant is filled with breakfast, lunch and dinner items to help satisfy any craving you may have. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. 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. Please attach it to an e-mail and send it to me at: OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com - thank you very much. It was a strip joint and the kids, boys, would try to look in the always open door. I'd like to add them to the list of restaurants that are gone but need just a little more information. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. 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. 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. 38 Best Restaurants in Miami - Eater Miami Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. 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. I think it was somewhere between 11th and 17th Avenues? Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. Okay Bill, thanks for the info which I wish you would have added to the "Restaurant Gone ." gallery where I made my comments about it. I do believe the Melting Pot was originally a Tony Roma's location. What a great place to live at the time. Top 10 Best "Historic Restaurants" in Miami, FL - Yelp Did I miss it somewhere? Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. 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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). 13 Classic Old-School Diners in South Florida - Eater Miami Had some good meals there. Starting in his early days at the Wet Paint Caf, he gained a love for experimenting with Latin ingredients in nontraditional ways. Youre on National Airlines.. In 1954, it was franchised to a couple of fellas from Miami franchised the brand in Miami. Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. But someday someone will do it and they will be posted. 7th Avenue? I'll change the information and paste your response in the right place. Great restaurant to go for celebrations. Since the year began, we have seen the closing of newer spots like Porfirio's, Pi Pizzeria, Campania (sister restaurant to veteran Sardiania), Ted's at YoungArts, and Gastropod in Aventura Mall, as well as well-known locations like Khong River House, Oolite, Ticety Tea, and Serendipity 3. re Valenti's, I forgot my Dad owned The Lobster Trap at SW 72nd and USI (was a Bonanza before, and Valenti's after. Miami in the 1970s and 80s: A Look at the Magic City's Turbulent Years "Miami Beach is where neon goes to die" - Lenny Bruce 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. De Rodriguez may be shuttered, but the chef is on his most important adventure yet. 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. Such is the case with Douglas Rodriguez, part of the aforementioned Mango Gang. Did you know Joe Weiss of Joes Stone Crab actually discovered the stone crab? Sometimes both. 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 anyone can part with this nostalgic item of my childhood, I'll gladly pay. Thank you for a great site. Seeing Paley's Big Wheel, Frankie's Pizza has been great. Would love to see a picture of the place. Thanks for the memories. How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? From the Miami Herald: I cant think of a city with a worse track record of preservation. Yes, see the two photos above that were taken last month right after he re-opened. I always remember that as a very busy place. 1 Point Upvote Downvote Right near Chippys, 2 doors west or so. Im hoping well start closing down a lot more of these bars. [Miami Herald, September 21, 1986]. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. Post-war vacationers flocked to its beautiful beaches lined with pastel art-deco architecture. Also, big fans of Santacroce's, Sorrento, Red Diamond Inn, Piccolo, and the Famous. Does anyone remember "The Shack" bar that stood on NW 2nd Ave and 58th St, about a block south of the Edison H.S. They didn't recognize him and when they asked for hot chocolates he didn't seem to know what to do or where things were. Since 1955 this watering hole has attracted some of countrys most notable musicians, athletes and even politicians, who have walked through its doors to sip on a brew or two. Guest from 27-Apr-2015, thank you for the name of the bar and the location. 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. 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 . 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. Also, I used to work at the Lums in Coconut Grove too. 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!!! Anyone remember Deli City, Santacroce, Formosa? That was the hangout for the 1963 Miami High crowd. Howard, I remember Valenti's on NW 7th Ave quite well. A 24 hr a day delight. 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. Can you verify this? Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? Does any one remember? I was HHS class of 1965. To encourage buyers he put up a sign saying Robert Is Here and he quickly sold out. Oh Don, what joy you have brought all of us "old" miamians!!! The restaurants that you mention were not left out on purpose, it's just because no one has sent in photos of them. Hes launched various incarnations of D. Rodriguez and De Rodriguez, first at the Astor Hotel and then the Bentley. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. A month later, the Republican National Convention was also held there to even more hostile crowds. 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. It was my Dad's and we have none! Also how about Brothers Two? I'm trying to remember the owner's name, seems like it was John Shoop??? But their are certain places and and restaurants that I remember. how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. Tom, there is a comment from Miami Don on 15-JUL under the image of "Restaurants gone but not forgotten" (see above on the next to last line) that says: Any photos or memories of two lounges in Miami Springs that gave way to an office building in the mid 70's? I think we ate there every meal for a few years - 70 - 72 or so. I worked at Black Caesar's Forge for a while. Restaurants of south Florida long gone but not forgotten Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. Hialeah Florida. I too lived in Hialeah, went to Hialeah Hi.from first day it opened. Would appreciate any help I could get. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores - PBase Love Ya All ,Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp. But above all, it held a dear spot in the heart of generations upon generations of Miamians. Miami Herald crime reporter Edna Buchanan claimed that at one point in the 80s, an entire Miami police academy graduating class ended up dead or in jail. 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. 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. : ), Thanks for putting on your sight the Lighthouse Restaurant which was owned by my. How about Dean's Waffle Shop on 36th AV. The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. You are correct. 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. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? We used to call them "Black Anus." Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. You can also support us by signing up to our Mailing List. This classic restaurant on Miami Beach has seen many reincarnations since originally opening as a forge for Miamis elite in the 1920s. The oldest bars in Miami, from South Beach to Coral Gables - Time Out Miami I received this request under another less-viewed gallery and I am reposting it here so more viewers can see it. You can send me scans of it to OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com if you have it scanned or send me an e-mail if you don't have it scanned yet. i saw someone else's comment that mentioned black ceasar's forge, down near where i grew up on matheson's hammock lake #2.that would be nice to see. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. I have just spent the past two hours going down memory lane. Also, there was Shriley's across the street from Miami High. One really famous restaurant that I did not see is "Wolfies" on Miami Beach. I'll have to stop by the Sir Pizza on the key the next time we go over there. 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. Thank you for your comments/memories. 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. He may have grown up in New York, but the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine has a spirit that is all Cuban. that we dined in and drank in. He also helped launch OLA, first on Biscayne Boulevard, then in the Savoy Hotel, before making its last stop at the Sanctuary Hotel. Keep up the good work, love ya ! I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. and Coral Way or The Pub Restaurant or Sambo's on Douglas Rd. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. It was my parents restaurant. Guest of 13-Apr-2013: I'd love to see one also and be able to post it on here. Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! If people were going to go to Florida for their vacation, they avoided Miami like the plague and went to the new Disney World instead, which opened in 1971, and siphoned away tons of tourism. How to keep The New Tropic safe from yourspamfilter. Wendy Schwartz(started) and his son Barry still run the business. Jim, I can not verify it because I don't have personal knowledge of what it was in the 60's due to growing up in Hialeah and I don't have any photos of the Douglas Road Coffeehouse on the site or in the backlog yet to be added.

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