Odd question. 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. 25 Old-School Miami Restaurants, Bars and Markets Still WorthVisiting, 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. And, if youre honest, youll just drag up from the depths all the times youve hated or felt passionately about something and play it. 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. It really took me down memory lane. Question. Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. 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. Picciolo's outside patio where you had to grab your dinner and run inside laughing several times during your meal because of sudden rain. I used to visit relatives in the "70's and we go there just for the rolls. No one ever mentions Hart's and no one seems to remember it??? This is the link to it: Anyone have any pictures or info on the old Pig Trail Inn Restaurant in Miami Beach? This is the original Miami juice bar. Now, as the soon-to-be-arrested Mayor Daoud put it: That place has been an absolute cesspool for crime and criminal activity. I don't have a picture of the Lagoon but if I find it or any other old Miami menus I'll send them. called 27 Birds which may still be there, and possibly the place mentioned here called One South towards Kendall. . Would anyone have any pictures of Santacroce's Italian restaurant in Coral Gables? As many as 40 banks still neglect to report cash deposits of $10,000 or more, as required by law. Yes, I think you might be right. How about the Clover Club on Biscayne Blvd.NW 3rd St. Thank you very much for your contributions. I was HHS class of 1965. I love your site. They had a color TV at the pool that the adults would watch every night. Pembroke Pines, FL. Does anyone have a picture of the Plantation restaurant or remember the hobby shop where they raced the big slot cars? Soon more and more produce was added and the Homestead fruit stand was born. Old Florida. I graduated from Beach High in 1964. Hal, welcome and thank you for posting. Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 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? And you can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. My parents moved into Hialeah in 1953 so i can relate to the later pictures,Fond memories. 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. We had a Sir Pizza in the Cypress Village Shopping Center in Miami Lakes from the 70's through the 90's and I dined there many times and always got a good meal at a reasonable price. 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. Starting in his early days at the Wet Paint Caf, he gained a love for experimenting with Latin ingredients in nontraditional ways. Here now is a nostalgic look at two legends from Miami's history. I was stationed at a nike base in Carol City in 1968 . I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. Established in 1959 by a then 11-year-old Robert who set up a stand to sell his fathers cucumber crop. Sharon W. Miami Beach, FL. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. That was in the early 70's and 80's Also the Big Wheel was my hang out located on 32 ave a block off Coral Way back in the mid 50's. I loved both the Chesapeake before it became part of the New England Oyster House chain and Mike Gordon's. Albeit a short stint. I love all th pictures. Looking for a photo of the sorrento continental restaurant that was on Young circle in Hollywood in the early 50s. All but one of these influential restaurants closed, with Chef Allens, the last bastion, closing in 2011. I don't remember exactly, but in the area. #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. Great memories - I lived in Miami from 1948 to 2000 - graduated from Miami High ('60) Miami Dade Junior College (it was called then) first graduating class in '62 and UofM - so I remember all of the places you mentioned - didn't see a few that I remember - The Luau on 79th St. Causeway or Tony's Fish Market (also on the 79th St. Causeway), The South Pacific in Broward, Jahn's Ice Cream Shoppe in Coral Gables (on the Mile) I'm sorry if these are there - my eyesight is not as good as it used to be!!! ANDthe geography of Italy we picked up reading the Santacrocci place matswhile listening to Sinatra love songs! Vintage Florida. But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. In the 70's that was a new concept. I can only add what I can find or what people send me. Does anyone remember the Par-Tee (?) This unique hot dog joint was known for steaming its dogs in beer - it was kid-friendly; don't worry! Located in an alleyway off US1 in Pinecrest, Keg South is the epitome of a dive bar. Good food. 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. Does anyone remember the Snackery and the motel behind it? There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. 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. How about Dean's Waffle Shop on 36th AV. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. http://www.pbase.com/donboyd/image/83687388. 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. And the Mug Bar on 79th St. In 1956, it was welcomed in Miami Beach, per Florida Backroads Travel. Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? Miami was loaded with Italian restaurants in the sixties and seventies. and the Copper Tone Girl was my favorite! The following 31 photos show a slice of life in Florida during the 1970s: Young people standing on a pair of running horses at the Sarasota High School Sailor Circus, 1977. Please contact me at OldMiamiMemories@gmail.com and we'll arrange to get a photo or two or three up on the site. Tony Pecorino. Now this was early 50's folks and time is running short for us. I have a photo of The Big Wheel without the Paley name on it, in the 1955 time frame above but not at the location you mentioned. I remember when they built Luby Chevrolet on the west side of 27th Ave as well. (305) 974-2626. 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. I grew up on Miami Beach. I have a couple photos but they are inside shots and dont show much. Is it in here? Great memories for a kid from Minnesota. 11 South Florida Food Halls, Markets, and Yards, Mapped, The Hottest New Restaurants in Miami, March 2023, 10 New Bars With Great Cocktails in Miami. Report as inappropriate. I think it was a hamburger joint. By the late '70s, though, the company had been sold. 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. Her dad, Cliff Pearlman was the founder of Lum's restaurants. The pic may be up there, but I missed it. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. There will never be another city as beautiful and interesting as Miami was in the 30s-60sit was very mysterious!! The food was as good as any sit-down restaurant. Anyway, thanks for trying, I was just remembering some great times and was hoping to put the pieces together. My grandfather was owner (I believe) when it had the Lobo Lounge. I think their last name was something like Zipantis. Funland Park was the name of the place. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. I don't remember, but I think it was just west of downtown. They were small and round ( looked more like a cinnamin roll). dr. jeffrey comanor. 38 Best Restaurants in Miami - Eater Miami I used to go there on dates while I was in high school. Photos of '70s and '80s South Beach at HistoryMiami - Miami New Times It's just a different style now.". My husband Doug and I graduated from No. St. Petersburg. Here we find the youth rallying for Nixon and his VP running mate, Spiro Agnew. I could go on and on. 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. Open in Google Maps Foursquare. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) Mom and dad graduated in 61 from Hialeah High. At the moment, Bade County police have a stash of 162,000 Ibs. Also we would go to the Rosetta Theater on Saturday mornings and then get Birch Beer at Royal Castle. 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. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! A few more old high end joints missing here: The Hasta Manana where Nixon and Bebe Rebzo liked to go, The Lagoon on 79th St causway-first place I saw live lobsters in a tank and next to the Jordan Marsh store on Biscayen Blvd was a place called Coach and Six or something like that. RARE VINTAGE LUAU RESTAURANT TIKI POLYNESIAN 1960s 1970s GLASS, MIAMI Was in Centurions at Palmetto famous for hosting breakfast after proms and other things best not mentioned. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House. Along with Ronnie himself and his, "It is time for art to flow into the organisation of life." Gallery - All Years - click to view An important part of growing up in the Miami area were the restaurants, drive-ins, bars, lounges, etc. Does any one remember? What Miami looked like in the 1990s Through Fascinating Photos - Bygonely Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. BURGER KING. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? And Yumbrella? I kept looking for a picture of Watsons Restaurant on NE 2 Ave. in Little River. That is, until 2008 when Bennigan's went bankrupt. 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. how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. Does anyone else remember Bill's Barbecue on S.W. Open in Google Maps. It was behind the Frank 'n Bun which is on the corner of 79th and 27th Avenue (now a Royal Castle and strip shopping center). I remember Nayton's very well. To Kurt S yes, that was a Putitan ice cream store. Would love to see a picture of the place. 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. Worked at sseveral of the restautants , and as teenager MANY of the drive ins.. Rosalie. An estimated 70% of all marijuana and cocaine imported into the U.S. passes through South Florida. 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. Last year law enforcement officials seized 3.2 million Ibs. Thanks. Think I solved my own mystery (below), after some extensive GoogleStreetViewing of the area. Is Hialeah park still racing? Does anyone have a photo of the Majorette Drive In Restaurant on 79 St. and 5 Ave? Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? The Big Wheel was really, really big as long as I can remembermy parents took my sister and me there as kids on Friday nightsGREAT hot dogs, milk shakes. Now that I am trying to research it, it seems as though many restaurants claim they have the best garlic rolls. Golden Temple Natural Food Restaurant at 423 South Mill Avenue in Tempe in the late 1970s. Just north of 36h St. on Kenmore or Sheridan, near Okeechobee. I have just spent the past two hours going down memory lane. With an economy about to go off the cliff, real estate owners and other businesses started targeting retirees. I would love to have a Royal Castle coffee mug for my collection. Also moved to Brevard Cty in the early 60;s but came back to help run the business until sold in 1986. Would love to see a picture of it.