I wasn't born until 64' but I did live right down the street from the Bottle Cap Inn. The food was as good as any sit-down restaurant. 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. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. 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. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. I had never heard of the Pig Trail Inn so I entered "Pig Trail Inn Miami Beach" into the Google search box and I came up with a menu for sale on Amazon for $125. A very good fast-food Oriental restaurant off 79th St. Expect items like Pan Con Bistec, Flan and Cafecitos at throwback (read: inexpensive) prices. My parents moved into Hialeah in 1953 so i can relate to the later pictures,Fond memories. because it had gas. I love your site. Wow this site is cool do you remember Toby's Cafeteria? For African Americans, a very popular high end Night club was Roger's Restaurant and Lounge and Peppermints Restaurant and Lounge, both Owned and Operated by Roger Freeman. Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. It was one of my family's favorite restaurants in the late 1940s to the 1950's. It really took me down memory lane. Also, big fans of Santacroce's, Sorrento, Red Diamond Inn, Piccolo, and the Famous. 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. What about a Puritan Ice Cream store over near Miami High? 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. 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. We moved to Starke, Fl. 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. I did a brief search and did not find what you are referring to. This local seafood spot has been drawing large crowds for more than 40 years. There was always smoke billowing out of the chimney and the food was fantastic. Lila Nikla. That was at the old Steven's market on Red Rd near US1. Miami in the 1970s and 80s: A Look at the Magic City's - Flashbak Thats when the cooking magic began. Please consider making a donation to our site. i once did a radio show from there back in rhe folk song days of college. What a great place to live at the time. Hoffman's Cafeteria owned by Mr. Beck with the best Mac & Cheese in the world. Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. 1 Point Upvote Downvote 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. I cannot now remember the name of the place they has on 17th St in Ft Ld, the building is gone now. Serving up BBQ to Miami for 65 years, this outpost has seen its fair share of change. Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. Dean Martin's Restaurant Miami Dino's, on 79th St. Causeway in North Bay Village, opened in 1966 and closed in 1971, shortly after a lost-and-found ad offered: "$500 Reward. Tempe History Museum . Freedom Tower was built in 1925 and housed the Miami News. [Built in Boomtime, Beach Pier to be Demolished as Eyesore, Miami Herald, November 22, 1984]. We could watch airplanes take off from Miami Intl Airport from her backyard. 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? 8th Street - just a little drive-up place, as I remember, but such great, sloppy, luscious beef barbrcue sandwiches. 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. 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. 15 Fantastic Outdoor Patios for Alfresco Dining in Miami. 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. This has been one of Miamis top barbecue spots since 1951. Yes, I remember Plantation Pit BBQ.. next to Dairy Queen and across the street was the 27th Avenue Drive-In.. Memories.. Susan is looking for a photo of The Pub on Miracle Mile due to a wedding reception in 1967. The Egg Rolls were delicious. What started as a small 20-seat restaurant in 1974 on Miamis Calle Ocho has grown to a 100-seat staple in the area. Sounds like you are describing the garlic rolls from Mario the Baker on W. Dixie Highway in North Miami. 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! Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. The restaurant has been around for over 35 years and has menu filled with classic Spanish and Cuban dishes. 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. Black Ceasars Forge Restaurant at 67th ave and 152 street. Can you verify this? The National Airlines campaign (famous for its new Fly Me slogan) beckoned folks to the city, You hear birds sing. It was my parents restaurant. And Yumbrella? Guest of 21-JAN-14, thank you for your comment regarding the Lum's but do you know what photo? Lots of celebrities AND gangsters!! 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. These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. Sorrento's brings back a lot of memories. How to keep The New Tropic safe from yourspamfilter. It was a small place and had two huge plam trees out front on either side of the door. My aunt lived on LeJuene Rd behind the Lum's,. Also, you have a picture of Betty's Restaurant and Betty's Restaurant and Lobo Lounge on 14th Street and Biscayne Blvd. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. My husband Doug and I graduated from No. Did you know Joe Weiss of Joes Stone Crab actually discovered the stone crab? Check out our 1970s miami style selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our shops. Always ordered their blackened grouper. Open in Google Maps Foursquare. someone would tell a joke and then someone else would tell one and on and on. Your friend may be correct but without a photo I can't verify it. Wow. All great memories of my old neighborhood. Historic restaurants in Florida: 8 spots for a meal & story Does anyone have a photo or postcard or anything for the Rocket Drive-in? I only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. 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. Does any one remember? Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. My Mom then moved to 7999 NW 15th Ave where I returned to after Vietnam. 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. You relax in a seat thats striped like a beach chair. Unfortunately we lost it many years ago and a number of restaurants have failed in the same location. A small chain in a few states. 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. and on S. Dixie (now a bank)? Also we lived at 1760 NW 77th street till I left for the Marine Corps. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. dr. jeffrey comanor. I was born in 1942 and raised in S. Dade. That's what Bennigan's, an Irish-themed bar and grill, offered in the 1980s. Does anyone remember Brussard's Restaurant on Miami Beach? does anybody remember the restaurant that had a number of rooms, all decorated in completely different styles. Does Maury's Market sound familiar? It was my Dad's and we have none! But by the 1970s, it had been overrun by drug dealers and was subsequently destroyed. Those pictures are great. Visit Website. Im hoping well start closing down a lot more of these bars. [Miami Herald, September 21, 1986]. The 3,400-square-foot restaurant . I don't know the location or name but I had a birthday party there. Great restaurant to go for celebrations. We just went to about 15 restaurants that we had been to many times. 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. But there were, of course, two sides in this conflict. Thanks. His parents came from Cuba in 1955, before the Revolution, and moved to Miami when he was 14. There was one on SW 27 Ave and 8 St. My parents use to take me there back in the early 60's. Edison seniors often ate hot dog and hamburger lunches at the bar's adjoining dining area. By submitting your email, you agree to our. Jeanne Ledbetter-Knapp I lived at 781 n.w. 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. Ive played a lot of evil, ball-breaking women. My wife and I moved to Merritt Island in 1966 after I left Miami in 1962 for the Air Force. they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. Hialeah Florida. Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. Originally part of the Pillsbury Corp., the restaurant was founded in 1976. A free standing rectangular building, one small bar, the other larger. Dad used to build and race dune buggies near PSN/Indian Mound and the Everglades. It was on Bird Road near 80 avenue? Hill: thank you for posting that item about Sir Pizza. Another TV commercial urging people away from the cold with their new jingle: When You Need It Bad, Weve Got It Good. Having grown up down in Kendall though, we cut our teeth on Shorty's bbq. 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. I think it was right near Pier 1 Imports. 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 . What a great Site !! Submarine Sam's in North Miami Beach with the incredible subs that had marinated white onions on them and the best bread. The picture of the Red Coach Grill was great because you could see the whole side of the new Jordan Marsh store on the Boulevard. 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Is Hialeah park still racing? They later opened the Chesapeake Seafood, Gaye, yes I can fully understand your embarrassment at Billy's! One of Hialeah' good ones worked there 8 years. PS Contact me at my email address. 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. On Nov. 23, 1981 TIME Magazine published some troublesome stats in an article titled Trouble in Paradise: In 1982, the Wall Street Journal published an article stating that a full 20 percent of all unreported income in the United States came from Miami. Rhonda, Chuck, friends: As the author of LOST RESTAURANTS OF MIAMI and 32 other books about the history of Florida, including 6 1/2 Miami Beach, having had Wolfie as one . 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. The pic may be up there, but I missed it. I don't remember exactly, but in the area. It's all concrete now. RARE VINTAGE LUAU RESTAURANT TIKI POLYNESIAN 1960s 1970s GLASS, MIAMI Used to go to Fun Fair for lunch aftter spending a day on the beach. At 7140 SW 8th Street (at 71st Ave) there was a building last summer, called The Cascade Restaurant & Lounge (as seen via GoogleStreetView). Don thank you so much for putting my photos on your site. Lynn, what neighborhood or area was it in? a lot of famous fighters would come in for that 5 AM breakfast. I loved both the Chesapeake before it became part of the New England Oyster House chain and Mike Gordon's.
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