Tempe History Museum . Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. The drive-in reminded me of the one at Bird and US 1 (there's a post office now). 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. Sometimes both. 2145 reviews. Question. in 1971. It's just a different style now.". 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. Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. Aldoros Bar.27th ave across from Funland Park. 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. 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. Hi Donna: I'm beginning to think that 20% of Miami moved to Brevard County and in another year or two I'll be up there hopefully. It was a gay bar once owned by Zorita waaaaay back. 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 believe it was off the 79th Street causway. It was a strip joint and the kids, boys, would try to look in the always open door. I kept looking for a picture of Watsons Restaurant on NE 2 Ave. in Little River. Heading south from there was Plantation Pit, Dairy Queen, and the 27th Ave Drive In. Thanks again for sharing the 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. Hello. The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. 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. Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. We rode bikes everywhere worry free. However, that growth coupled with a new real estate boom also has led to historic places closing, making way for newer and edgier concepts. Now, as the soon-to-be-arrested Mayor Daoud put it: That place has been an absolute cesspool for crime and criminal activity. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! Think I'm going to see if they'll ship to Seattle!!!! I don't remember exactly, but in the area. What about a Puritan Ice Cream store over near Miami High? 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. Thanks. Gosh so many good restaurants here. I went there many times on my way to Miami Stadium to watch the Miami Orioles play in the Florida State League. A great collection of Miami memories. Anyway, thanks for trying, I was just remembering some great times and was hoping to put the pieces together. Also, I used to work at the Lums in Coconut Grove too. I might be trying to find a needle in a haystack. The pic may be up there, but I missed it. newsletter, 5501 Northeast 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33137, 19200 Southwest 344th Street, Homestead, FL 33034, 16 New Restaurants to Try in Miami, March 2023, 12 Stellar Places to Eat Caribbean Food in Miami, 14 Exciting Wynwood Restaurants to Try Right Now. THANKS. I'll have to stop by the Sir Pizza on the key the next time we go over there. I love working with photos for this site and the aviation stock photo site which I started first. Was the Pizza Tower near Ace Music on N.W. Expect items like Pan Con Bistec, Flan and Cafecitos at throwback (read: inexpensive) prices. Around '69-70 or so. Thanks for pointing out the Hasta and Red Coach. my error. I remember once we were there and the rolls were not ready and the customers were going crazy until they came out. In the end, the convention went on, but Miamis brand as the sun and fun capital of the world was gone. Does anyone recall a diner in possibly Hollywood, Fl by the name of Irvin's or Irwin's? [Built in Boomtime, Beach Pier to be Demolished as Eyesore, Miami Herald, November 22, 1984]. I would walk right past it every day going to Little River Elementary School. We moved to Starke, Fl. Does anyone remember Brussard's Restaurant on Miami Beach? can't wait to drive by springview and MS jr high and down westward drive again-maybe i'll even bring my bike for old time sakes, does anybody remember a dairy bar out by the airport??? Miami Beach Florida. I remember the Royal Castle on 22nd Av. I also thought it might be the Trocedero because I am not convinced it was Italian, I only remember that it had unusual and awesome garlic rolls. The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! Crandon Park. I was stationed at a nike base in Carol City in 1968 . Dave Conger I grew up in this area. Thank you for bringing back some wonderful memories. I love your site. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. Great memories for a kid from Minnesota. By December, the building is gone (sign says restaurant moved to 8872 Coral Way, in what looks like a revamped 40s/50s strip center). auditorium? Great 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. Warren, unfortunately not yet or it would be on the site. I stumbled upon it looking to see if there was a restaurant called The Red Lion, late '60's and early 70's, in South Dade, U.S. 1 and SW 132 Street. Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. 313 friends. And oh yeah what about Deli City near Santacroce's? 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. Please contact me at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com and we'll arrange to get a photo or two or three up on the site. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. Thanks for all the effort. And, what about the long, long soda fountain counter at Breeding's Drug Store also tucked in along that University stretch back then? The antique booze bottles and vintage posters found throughout The Bar are a nod to its long history in Miami. Went to the Edison Center moives every Saturday. 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. Anyone remember Deli City, Santacroce, Formosa? I would love to see a picture of that place. Edison seniors often ate hot dog and hamburger lunches at the bar's adjoining dining area. It was my Dad's and we have none! Absolutely beautiful - I think it had chandeliers, and the waiters were full of class! I have been searching for but so far have not been able to find a photo of HOT SHOPPES. Born and raised in Miami, now living in Melbourne in Brevard Co. What a fabulous site. Ollies was there for years and Ollie was a true character. One section had a turn-table floor that swept--very slowly--past curved bay windows with a view of the 60's-era traffic through that bit of Coral Gables and those tall, spindly palms that lined Dixie Highway back then. - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. Guest of 7-AUG-2016, can you tell us where Roger's Restaurant and Lounge and Peppermints Restaurant and Lounge were located? I can only add what I can find or what people send me. Thanks! Yes, see the two photos above that were taken last month right after he re-opened. My wife lived next door when we met in 1957 at the skating rink next door to Bird Bowl, and her folks owned the building which they sold to Frankie. An estimated 70% of all marijuana and cocaine imported into the U.S. passes through South Florida. Brenda Fertig Are you the Don Boyd from NMSH? A 24 hr a day delight. PS Contact me at my email address. Open in Google Maps. I would love to find a photo of it to show him if there are any. When you think of Lums the original I believe was on 41st Street.They later featured the Ollie Burger which was the recipe from Ollies near Beach High. To Linda Altman: I believe the shrimp restaurant you are thinking about was "The Shrimp Place". 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. [1950 Photo of Bass Museum of Art Courtesy of Florida Memory]. FABULOUS - Loved it. I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. We later built a house on the lake. 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. Send me a photo of the Lagoon and I'll be glad to add it. Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? Don, I worked for Josefine in 59 & 60..at Quinty's at nite on Friday & Sat nite. Used to go there in the late sixties. Ive played a lot of evil, ball-breaking women. Kathy, I'm sorry but I don't have any information on Irvins or Irwins in Hollywood. Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. Wow, what memories. They had a color TV at the pool that the adults would watch every night. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! (305) 974-2626. 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. How about Dean's Waffle Shop on 36th AV. Always ordered their blackened grouper. To non-Miamians, he is best known for Philadelphias Alma de Cuba and formerly New Yorks Patria. Unfortunately we lost it many years ago and a number of restaurants have failed in the same location. I passed it on to Pete Ciolfi so he can tell his mom about yet another person who remembers Quinty's. 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. Is Hialeah park still racing? He may have grown up in New York, but the Godfather of Nuevo Latino Cuisine has a spirit that is all Cuban. Does anyone remember the name? Don't forget Sir Pizza on Key Biscayne. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. Thank You for all the memories. Got sick on the ride that had two bullet-like capsules. Thanks for the memories. 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? To this day you can still visit to pick up tropical fruit, smoothies and other Florida-only bites. I so enjoy viewing this website. Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. If you would like a photo for the gallery, I have several. It even has a market in the back where you can pick it up to-go if youre in the mood to cook at home. Mike, there was an amusement park on the south side of 79th Street and west of 27th Avenue called Funland and I'm seeking photos of it. They were the only people there and after waiting a few minutes for service, starting tapping their quarters on the counter. It has always been a place where people stand out. 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. When someone sends me one I will gladly put it up on the site. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? South Florida. That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. 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. . a high school era friend turned me on to the site, what a cool ideait sure triggered some stuff! 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've been trying to find a picture of the A & W Root Beer stand on South Dixie Highway and 141st Street, Miami. But someday someone will do it and they will be posted. At 7140 SW 8th Street (at 71st Ave) there was a building last summer, called The Cascade Restaurant & Lounge (as seen via GoogleStreetView). Located on S. Dixie North of North Kendall Drive. anyhoo, thanks again, really fun. Funland Park was the name of the place. Great Steaks and rosin backed potatoes. Think I solved my own mystery (below), after some extensive GoogleStreetViewing of the area. Some places not mentioned and I am sorry that I do not have any pictures to contribute, only memories. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? I do not see it listed, it is now a day care center!! 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! Hialeah Florida. Post-war vacationers flocked to its beautiful beaches lined with pastel art-deco architecture. left Miami in 67 to move to lauderdale and left there in 69 to move to S.Carolina where I still am. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. One sign in the back actually reads Nixons Really Cute. was Dixie. St. Petersburg. I was glad to see Hollemans. Love this site. Sounds like you are describing the garlic rolls from Mario the Baker on W. Dixie Highway in North Miami. Same structure. Mac's Club Deuce Bars South Beach The late Mac Klein bought "The Deuce" in 1963, adding his name to the now iconic Miami Beach marquee of what was previously Club Deuce, which opened in 1926.. Does anyone have a photo of the Majorette Drive In Restaurant on 79 St. and 5 Ave? I used to go there 3 or 4 nights a week back then. 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! Michael, thank you for mentioning the Majorette Drive-In. What about The American Embassy on Bird Road. Wolfie's sandwiches and complimentary dill pickle spears on every table and booth. Susan is looking for a photo of The Pub on Miracle Mile due to a wedding reception in 1967. What about Santacroce's and Good Food near the U? Any pic of that place? 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. Maybe the elegant cafeteria was the Biscayne Cafeteria? I wish I could remember. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. did I miss it? I got loaded there many times in the mid sixties. The ebb and flow of Miamis culinary scene means not just navigating a crowded marketplace, but being prepared to pivot as necessary, to stay abreast of trends and know when to move on and start something fresh. 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. 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. 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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). This was in the early 50's. so cool to see some of these, I remember Red Diamond Inn, Red Coach Grill, Juniors at 79 & Biscayne, Sorrentos, Piccolo, Pumpernicks. Miss s. florida greatly..at least the old s. florida I remember. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. But throughout its several owners and even a fire, it still has remained a go-to spot for Miamians to get their bbq on. Here now is a nostalgic look at two legends from Miami's history. 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. Segregation was very evident in those days and blacks were forced to order from a window and eat on benches outside the restaurant. 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. Would love to see a picture of the place. I live in Winter Haven now and just celebrated 50th Anniverserary. Elite '23. 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. 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. In 1956, it was welcomed in Miami Beach, per Florida Backroads Travel. A bunch of us that graduated in '58 went to the Red Diamond Inn after graduation, sang the school song and just laughed and cried. Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. dr. jeffrey comanor. I remember The Dutchess Bar as well as the Dive In Bar between 17th ave and 18th ave. Any info on these would be nice. My grandfather was owner (I believe) when it had the Lobo Lounge. 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. A free standing rectangular building, one small bar, the other larger. Property records still show that it is licensed as a "bar/entertainment venue," so the day school is probably not operating legally. They were small and round ( looked more like a cinnamin roll). The Flashbak Shop Is Open & Selling All Good Things, "Miami Beach is where neon goes to die" - Lenny Bruce. Pretty soon a guy came out from the back. Here we find the youth rallying for Nixon and his VP running mate, Spiro Agnew. 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. It later bacame known as Little JP'S. Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Increased quality also means increased competition, between both old and new players. 10 Fantastic Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Miami, 12 Classic Miami Restaurants Everyone Should Try. 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 only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. What a fantastic site! Also, Roney Pub, Rascal, Wolfies. Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. I'm sure you would still be able to hear the band out there, the Mop Tops were good AND loud. 19565 Biscayne Blvd #938, Aventura, FL 33180. I used to visit relatives in the "70's and we go there just for the rolls. What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! This comment was removed from a prohibited page and is now located on this more appropriate page: Brenda, Google is your friend and you should use it. Don thank you so much for putting my photos on your site. 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. You can also support us by signing up to our Mailing List. 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. South Beach had earned such a horrible reputation that it almost changed its name to Oceanside. ANDthe geography of Italy we picked up reading the Santacrocci place matswhile listening to Sinatra love songs! 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 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. 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 . It turns out the place was being held up when they walked in and they were served by one of the robbers!! Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. Keep up the good work, love ya ! It seemed that all connections with its former glory days were being destroyed. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. There was always smoke billowing out of the chimney and the food was fantastic. 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. Thanks. This mainstay Cuban restaurant has been serving South Florida since 1971 and has been a prominent meeting point in Miami when social issues arise, celebrations are in order and when politicians want to meet with the people. We don't want to rely on ads to bring you the best of visual culture. When someone sends me a photo of the drive-in at the other location I will add it. Most, if not all, of Miamis 250 banks have drug money in their accounts. 15 Fantastic Outdoor Patios for Alfresco Dining in Miami. Thank you for that information. The 3,400-square-foot restaurant . Had some good meals there. This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. Aside from one location in Nebraska that closed in 2017, all other Lum's had closed by 1983. Oops. Don, anyone remember the Loffler's Bros resturant in Coral Gables. Best onion rings in the world! Jim Goodwin, do we have any pictures of TOBY'S CAFETERIA on NW 54th St ????????????????????? Love Ya All ,Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp. It reminds me of Miami long ago. Oh, and the Taurus. Although it didn't hold up against Chili's, TGI Fridays, and Applebee's, there was a time when it was fairly ubiquitous throughout the states. There was an A&W Rootbeer stand on the corner of US1 and SW 141 St. just north of perrine. This blast-from-the-past diner in Downtown Miami has been serving hungry breakfast goers since 1938. At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. 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. When they were done with their order, they put money on the counter. Can you provide the link to the photo or the year group? 27th Ave and 88th St. next to the Dairy Queen. Golden Temple Natural Food Restaurant at 423 South Mill Avenue in Tempe in the late 1970s. Yes, I remember Plantation Pit BBQ.. next to Dairy Queen and across the street was the 27th Avenue Drive-In.. Memories.. Occasionally, we like to look back on other periods of Miami dining. Can you verify this? I believe that restaurant was on Collins Avenue, in Miami Beach. Originally part of the Pillsbury Corp., the restaurant was founded in 1976. I don't think they had a/c. I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. It's not your eyesight, those restaurants are not there but hopefully someday they will be. At the time I thought this was their big claim to fame (little did I know). I had just returned from 14 months overseas and thought I'd found heaven. 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. I'm thinking of you" - Pablo Iglesias Maurer, At the end of October 1959 in the basement of 39 Gerrard Street - an unexceptional and damp space that was once a sort of rest room for taxi drivers and an occasional tea bar - Ronnie Scott opened his first jazz club. 7th Avenue? But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. 8th Street - just a little drive-up place, as I remember, but such great, sloppy, luscious beef barbrcue sandwiches. thanks for the memories. Years ago there was a drive-in called HART"S Drive Inn. Does anyone remember the first donut shop in Miami? I grew up on Miami Beach. And Yumbrella? how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. This is a fun and interesting website. ", Brenda, thank you for your memories and where you two live now. Yes, I think you might be right. Please enter a valid email and try again. Cliff went on to build a notable little hotel in Las Vegas named Caesar's Palace. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? And you SW residents didn't take any photos to share with us while patronizing those places? At the moment, Bade County police have a stash of 162,000 Ibs. Dusty and Algis, thank you for your comments and memories. Does anyone remember Plantation Pit BBQ? As many as 40 banks still neglect to report cash deposits of $10,000 or more, as required by law. It was a favorite of the working class and packed for lunch. The Car Hop Drive-in was located on the corner of Flagler St. and Red Road. No trend needed. Oh Don, what joy you have brought all of us "old" miamians!!! That was always one of my favorites. judge in the episode Fruit of the Poison Tree. Also, you have a picture of Betty's Restaurant and Betty's Restaurant and Lobo Lounge on 14th Street and Biscayne Blvd. We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House.