And a local police scientist in Cocaine Cowboys (an amazing documentary on these turbulent times) estimated that any random $20 bill plucked from a Miami wallet in 1981 would have revealed traces of cocaine. I'm trying to remember the owner's name, seems like it was John Shoop??? In the end, Foxs fell prey to one of the scourges faced by everyone in Miami skyrocketing property values. 10 Fantastic Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Miami, 12 Classic Miami Restaurants Everyone Should Try. 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! Oh! Brenda Fertig Are you the Don Boyd from NMSH? 17 Failed Fast Food Restaurants From the 1980s - Eat This Not That OMG !!!!! 3030 Ocean is definitely one of the most famous restaurants in Miami. i once did a radio show from there back in rhe folk song days of college. We will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in June of this year. I had just returned from 14 months overseas and thought I'd found heaven. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Memory Test - where were these photos taken? I remember Sonny's Pizzeria and the heavenly pizza and Italian cuisine with the chef tossing the pizza dough in the large front window any time someone stopped to watch. 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). Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. . Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. FABULOUS - Loved it. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. 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. I had some interesting history on the old Andalusia Bake Shop in Corel Gables. Guest of 7-AUG-2016, can you tell us where Roger's Restaurant and Lounge and Peppermints Restaurant and Lounge were located? I think someone else has mentioned the Majorette in another gallery or in the comments galleries somewhere but I had forgotten about it until you mentioned it. He may have grown up in New York, but the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine has a spirit that is all Cuban. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. It's just a different style now.". I was hoping that one of our viewers would see your comments and respond with some information about the restaurant. We used to stay at the motel for two weeks every other year. 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. Best garlic bread in town at the time, 1964. Does anyone remember Roy's Ribs in Coconut Grove and The Famous Restaurant on Miami Beach ? A 24 hr a day delight. I also wondered if anyone remembers the famous candy store near The Pantry that used to sell hand dipped chocolate fruits. Youre on National Airlines.. We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. Glad to see the pictures. And oh yeah what about Deli City near Santacroce's? After graduating from Miami High in '57, went with parents and friends to celebrate at Red Diamond. Thank you for such wonderful Memories. But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. We lived on NW 96th Street and NW 30th Ave. My cousins lived on NW 88th Street and NW 30th Ave. We all traveled the area from Northside Shopping Center to NW 103rd Street, between NW 32nd Ave and NW 27th Ave on our bikes. 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. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? No one ever mentions Hart's and no one seems to remember it??? , ! Still no mention of Valenti's on NW 7ty Ave (?) George Andrews, a pilot for Pan Am Airways at the time, bought the restaurant in 1967 and owned it until 2010, when Rene Dahdah took over. Shop our vintage 1970s restaurants selection from top sellers and makers around the world. Have you got a picture of the Copper Tone Girl mechanical bill board on the 79th St. Causeway going to the Beach? Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? Tony Pecorino. I somehow remember it being close to the Miami address. Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. Lila Nikla. Sorrento's brings back a lot of memories. Hialeah stopped racing in the early 2000's and the track is dormant. We used to call them "Black Anus." . 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. Around '69-70 or so. We had many a fine meal there and I saw Bob Griese in there a few times in the 70's along with other VIPs. This classic restaurant on Miami Beach has seen many reincarnations since originally opening as a forge for Miamis elite in the 1920s. 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 left Miami in 67 to move to lauderdale and left there in 69 to move to S.Carolina where I still am. I loved both the Chesapeake before it became part of the New England Oyster House chain and Mike Gordon's. Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? 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! 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. The drive-in reminded me of the one at Bird and US 1 (there's a post office now). Gosh so many good restaurants here. See our. At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. 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. Guest 24-Jul-2021 18:07: Then in 1921 his small stand on Miami Beach began to sell them and the rest is history. Growing up you know that when it was time for your quinceaera there was only one place to get your cake: Vickys Bakery. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. What a wonderful collection of images. What a great place to live at the time. Also we would go to the Rosetta Theater on Saturday mornings and then get Birch Beer at Royal Castle. Looking at food via the lens of history, you will note that in Miami it is wholly dependent on migratory patterns. Your friend may be correct but without a photo I can't verify it. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. 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The Cuban bakery has been around for 42 years and has grown to over 13 locations since its humble beginnings in Hialeah in the early 70s. He is currently part of a culinary adventure program that takes travelers on a tour through Cuba, helping to finally merge the two worlds. This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. Some of the Hialeah restaurants you mentioned are also mentioned by others in the Hialeah gallery. Lived at Jackson Hall on tenth avenue and than to Royce, I loved looking at these pictures,for a few minutes i was back in time and loving every second of it! Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. 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. Shot a UM student film at Tobacco Road in 1984. You could order family style meal with fresh baked pies included in the family deal. Go to the Hialeah Park gallery for more information on the track. Whatever Happened To Lum's Restaurant? - Mashed.com 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. of marijuana, with a street value of $ 1.3 billion, and 2,353 Ibs. 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. The odds of it remaining are slim to none. But their are certain places and and restaurants that I remember. My guess is Oven's, but what do I know? 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Most, if not all, of Miamis 250 banks have drug money in their accounts. 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.. Used to go there in the late sixties. Would love to see a picture of the place. Also moved to Brevard Cty in the early 60;s but came back to help run the business until sold in 1986. 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. 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. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? 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. Tom. 15 Fantastic Outdoor Patios for Alfresco Dining in Miami. Haven't been back since I know things have changed since 87.. Wasn't the Granada Restaurant on S.W. I would love to see a picture of that place. For safe return. Her dad, Cliff Pearlman was the founder of Lum's restaurants. I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. I used to work at Lum's on Bird Road (1977) then at the Lum's at the Miami Airport Inn on Lejune Road. It was a Benihana previously. 1970 - the Gold Triangle store at 7420 SW 88 Street, Kendall: 1970 - aerial view of Dressel's Dairy on Milam Dairy Road: 1970 - aerial view of the Palm Springs North development in northwest Dade County, Florida: 1970 - aerial view of Miami Lakes south of the Palmetto and area to north of the Palmetto: 1970 - aerial view of the Miami Lakes . I think it was a hamburger joint. At its pinnacle in the 1970s, Burger Chef had 1,200 locations and was a thriving competitor of McDonald's. And for kids, in particular, Burger Chef was the top choice: It was the first fast-food chain to include toys with its kids' meals. The late 1980s and 1990s proved a crucial point in our food scene, when the Mango Gang (Allen Susser, Norman Van Aken, and Mark Militello, among others) put Miami cuisine on the international map, launching restaurants that made it a point to incorporate local flavors and ingredients. In September 1986 it was forced to close its doors when its liquor license was revoked. I went to Miami High and we's go between both Paley's and IHOP. dr. jeffrey comanor. 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. The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. Hank Hagmann's Pal's restaurants were hugely popular in South Florida. Warren, unfortunately not yet or it would be on the site. 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". Miamis food scene continues to grow inprestige and influence, and its pushing the limits for better quality food, better quality palates and better expectations from localconsumers. Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. Think I'm going to see if they'll ship to Seattle!!!! It was a favorite of the working class and packed for lunch. 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. Knowing what was to follow, the venue was apposite. Ollies was there for years and Ollie was a true character. Actress Meg Foster and Alex Daoud on the set of Miami Vice where Alex played the part of a corrupt (!) 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. How about Googies Inn, off limits to servicemen. Fidel Castro upped his game sending over his prisoners and crime subsequently went through the roof. His menus are Cuban-centric with some twists and turns along the way. Great times. I love these pics . While he also dabbles in cuisines of other Latin American countries, he doesnt stray far from his Cuban roots. In the 70's that was a new concept. 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 noticed that recently the building has been converted into a Fuddrucker's. Vintage 1970s Restaurants - 135 For Sale on 1stDibs 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. 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. 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 about Santacroces accross from U of M ? It has always been a place where people stand out. I went there the day I graduated from Miami Senior Higha bunch of us. Does anyone remember the Par-Tee (?) Used to go to Fun Fair for lunch aftter spending a day on the beach. Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. Does anyone have a picture of the Plantation restaurant or remember the hobby shop where they raced the big slot cars? It was on Flagler about 14th Ave. I would walk right past it every day going to Little River Elementary School. Thanks! Funland Park was the name of the place. Palmetto High 1964. For trivia buffs, Tony Roma - previous to his restaurant ventures - was the head bartender at the fabled Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard in Miami Beach. 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. Looking back at South Florida's long-lost restaurants | PHOTOS Can you verify this? 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. 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.