Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? - 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. Thanks for all the effort. You are correct. anyhoo, thanks again, really fun. Whether an establishment has a long run or a brief spark of culinary fame, it takes something special to inspire devotion from Miamis fickle diners, who are always keen on trying new things. 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. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. 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. What a fantastic site! Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. The 3,400-square-foot restaurant . 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. 2145 reviews. 8263 Bird Rd, Miami. Which, ironically, has never been a hotel. I live in Winter Haven now and just celebrated 50th Anniverserary. When someone sends me a photo of the drive-in at the other location I will add it. There were some wonderful memories fo rme. At 7140 SW 8th Street (at 71st Ave) there was a building last summer, called The Cascade Restaurant & Lounge (as seen via GoogleStreetView). The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! Also moved to Brevard Cty in the early 60;s but came back to help run the business until sold in 1986. 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". But there was a silver lining to this story. What about a Puritan Ice Cream store over near Miami High? 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. I live right in back of it in a new apartment complex and run by Mrs, Mack. Or the MauMau Lounge in the Springs by the Airport? I am trying to find the name of a restaurant that used to serve the best garlic rolls. There used to be a fair ground on 27th ave/79st around 1957 behind Lums. These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. I so enjoy viewing this website. I know it is not much to go on but it would be great if someone remembers. I couldn't post the info on Andalusia, because it was too long. Another TV commercial urging people away from the cold with their new jingle: When You Need It Bad, Weve Got It Good. Some of the Hialeah restaurants you mentioned are also mentioned by others in the Hialeah gallery. 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. Those pictures are great. Thanks for a great site.. "Guest" and Miami High Stingaree. Best onion rings in the world! 27th Ave and 88th St. next to the Dairy Queen. If you would like a photo for the gallery, I have several. This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. Looking for a photo of the sorrento continental restaurant that was on Young circle in Hollywood in the early 50s. 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. 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.. That was at the old Steven's market on Red Rd near US1. they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. Remember a little ice cream parlor on Flagler St, I think it was called Puritan. Also, used to love Mike Gordon's Seafood Restaurant on the 79th Causeway. Got sick on the ride that had two bullet-like capsules. We could fill up on that. 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. BURGER KING. Tom from Hollywood, Thank you, both Dons!! Wonderful site!! 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. 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. 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? Picciolo's outside patio where you had to grab your dinner and run inside laughing several times during your meal because of sudden rain. Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. 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? also one in Hialeah. Does anyone have a photo of the Majorette Drive In Restaurant on 79 St. and 5 Ave? The very best Escargo. 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. 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). Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. 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. This blast-from-the-past diner in Downtown Miami has been serving hungry breakfast goers since 1938. 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. 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. Some of the Miami restaurants I miss the most are Royal Castle, Howard Johnson's, The Shrimp Place, Jumbo's and all the kosher deli restaurants on the mainland and the Beach. My father Morton Gregg used to own a combination deli/Chinese restaurant in the early-70's called Naytons. I have to say when Villa Deli closed on Alton Road and The Rascal House. But Miami hadnt totally abandoned hope of attracting tourists. I would love to see a picture of that place. 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. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. Shop our vintage 1970s restaurants selection from top sellers and makers around the world. Freedom Tower also illustrates of the changing face of Miami where retirees were being lured in at all costs. 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 Used to go to Fun Fair for lunch aftter spending a day on the beach. Keep remembering more.. Figaro's on w. 49th stree Hialeah, my kids loved the old movies they showed, then came Farrels at Westland when it first opened, with that big dishpan "Zoo"about a 5 pound ice cream sundae and a spoon for as many as you liked. Dont forget Curleys Drive In at Lejeune & 25th worked there too.. How about Carole's Restaurant & Kai tiki Lounge on Lejeune & 9th street. 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. He honed his style and in the process became part of the Mango Gang. Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. 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. This is the original Miami juice bar. What about "Jack & Lou Leonards" La Pena Restaurant on Bird road near the race track.. But throughout its several owners and even a fire, it still has remained a go-to spot for Miamians to get their bbq on. Thank you for the memories! Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. I do believe the Melting Pot was originally a Tony Roma's location. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. Also there was a Royal Castle we used to go to on Biscayne Blvd near Cushman School. Most, if not all, of Miamis 250 banks have drug money in their accounts. My sister and I loved the big thing of pickles and kraut on the table. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. I haven't gotten around to moving north yet. Among his crimes, Daoud would ride with police officers, find a suspected criminal on the street and beat the shit out of him. Does anyone have a picture of the Plantation restaurant or remember the hobby shop where they raced the big slot cars? I've been trying to find a picture of the A & W Root Beer stand on South Dixie Highway and 141st Street, Miami. Met my wonderful husband there at Happy Hour about 29 years ago.. WOW What Memories Rekindled kudos 2 U. Hi Carole and welcome to the website. Thanks. 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. On one hand we have the nations retirees going to live out their final days, and on the other we have a drug war zone yielding unprecedented violence. My husband and I owned it with our partner. 15 Fantastic Outdoor Patios for Alfresco Dining in Miami. Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. 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. We later built a house on the lake. Albeit a short stint. I used to work at Lum's on Bird Road (1977) then at the Lum's at the Miami Airport Inn on Lejune Road. My wife and I moved to Merritt Island in 1966 after I left Miami in 1962 for the Air Force. The one you mention at 79th and Miami Avenue is not in here, only because no one has sent one in and I've been unable to find one. 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. Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. I don't know the location or name but I had a birthday party there. I'd love to see some pictures of the Golden Earrings Lounge on NW79th St. Near the race track. Have you got a picture of the Copper Tone Girl mechanical bill board on the 79th St. Causeway going to the Beach? 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. Absolutely beautiful - I think it had chandeliers, and the waiters were full of class! Was in Centurions at Palmetto famous for hosting breakfast after proms and other things best not mentioned. 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. By submitting your email, you agree to our. 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? Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? What about Santacroce's and Good Food near the U? To this day you can still visit to pick up tropical fruit, smoothies and other Florida-only bites. Haven't been back since I know things have changed since 87.. Wasn't the Granada Restaurant on S.W. 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. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. Dave Conger I grew up in this area. I too lived in Hialeah, went to Hialeah Hi.from first day it opened. Dan, I was born on Miami Beach and still live in Miami. It was one of my family's favorite restaurants in the late 1940s to the 1950's. That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. A great collection of Miami memories. Would love to see a picture of the place. Does anyone remember the Par-Tee (?) Tempe History Museum . 3030 Ocean is definitely one of the most famous restaurants in Miami. You can also support us by signing up to our Mailing List. The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. My father owned and operated it from 1947 to 1958. Thank you for such wonderful Memories. But this Land of the Elderly status didnt exactly boost tourism. 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. Just north of 36h St. on Kenmore or Sheridan, near Okeechobee. I wonder if anyone remembers the name of the first restaurant that opened where Smith and Wolensky in now in South Beach (before Crawdaddy's), i need pictures of the bbq stable resterant 54st n miami ave. I remember they always had three tureens of different soups every night. A month later, the Republican National Convention was also held there to even more hostile crowds. Cruzing Hot Shoppes on Dixie Highway in my 56 Ford called Thunder Road; new we would score every night but never did. It was on NW 36th street across from I think More Park. A film by by Coronado Studios for the Tourist Development Authority of Miami Beach, circa 1970: But for all these attempts to lure in tourists, in the eighties it only got worse. Remember Bill's Barbeque Drive in on SW 8th St next to the Tower Theater. Oh, and the Taurus. My sister seems to remember the name started with a "T" and I seemed to remember it being a persons name. Owned by a gentleman by the name of Gino Irvin or Irwin? 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. I went to Miami Norland Senior with a young lady by the name of Robin Pearlman. I didn't see any pictures of Arthur Maisels/Juniors at the Biscayne Shopping Plaza on 79th St. Thank you for that information. At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. 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. If anyone can part with this nostalgic item of my childhood, I'll gladly pay. Thank you for your comments/memories. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. No, not the North Miami Don Boyd though you are the second person to ask me recently. ", Brenda, thank you for your memories and where you two live now. Same structure. My grandfather was owner (I believe) when it had the Lobo Lounge. the matchbook of The Dream Bar has a photo of the inside of the Clubif you want an image.how do I get it to you?? I used to spend winters as a little girl at my grandparents'vacation home (lucky kid, huh!) Worked at sseveral of the restautants , and as teenager MANY of the drive ins.. Rosalie. LYNN- you MUST be talking about Marcella's in North Miami, 138 st. & Dixie Hwy. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. Bravo, Hi Linda, thank you for your comments and your memories. This local seafood spot has been drawing large crowds for more than 40 years. Bob, thanks for responding. If anyone has a photo of The Pub or knows where I can get permission to use such a photo please let us know. Submarine Sam's in North Miami Beach with the incredible subs that had marinated white onions on them and the best bread. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores, Clubs, Strip Joints, etc. This Cuban restaurant is filled with breakfast, lunch and dinner items to help satisfy any craving you may have. - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. 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. Jeff has confirmed he meant to type COPA CITY and not Copy City night club on Dade Boulevard. I remember when they built Luby Chevrolet on the west side of 27th Ave as well. Great memories for a kid from Minnesota. of marijuana waiting to be entered as evidence in court cases. 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. You might enjoy perusing those.. Report as inappropriate. Sharon W. Miami Beach, FL. I would usually get Walt's meatloaf (it was the best) with home cooked veggies and bisquits. You could order family style meal with fresh baked pies included in the family deal. That was always one of my favorites. Heading south on 27th Ave there was another hamburger place like Royal Castle, but I don't recall the name. In the past two years, the city has approved the destruction of three blocks of Art Deco hotels, its streamline moderne Sheridan Theater and its only surviving red brick and Dade County pine warehouse. I will give you credit and thanks for sending it to me if you give me a name to use. Thanks! I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Oh! 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. we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. I want to keep Hialeah separate since I grew up there and it's a different world, haha. Most notably serving as a steakhouse since 1968, its been known to be a favorite amongst movie stars, presidents and socialites during their visits to South Florida. I love all th pictures. Such is the case with Douglas Rodriguez, part of the aforementioned Mango Gang. Originally part of the Pillsbury Corp., the restaurant was founded in 1976. 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. 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. Great times. Great site. Warren, unfortunately not yet or it would be on the site. 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. Think I solved my own mystery (below), after some extensive GoogleStreetViewing of the area. Gosh so many good restaurants here. What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! I have a copy of a 1970's Piccolo's Menu, if you want to include it in the collection. Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. We used to call them "Black Anus." . and the Copper Tone Girl was my favorite! It had delicious and large portions of Greek specialties and also wonderful prime ribs that hung off the edges of dinner plates. 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! Great site. The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. Don thank you so much for putting my photos on your site. This is a fun and interesting website. It was somewhere around SW 57-67th Ave and maybe Coral Way. And George's Chicken Restaurant where, if George liked you, he would take you on a tour of his "secret" kitchen. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. I think Brothers Two was the lounge connected to 6 West in the Springs. My father worked as a waiter there when it was frequented by movie stars. Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w.