Worked at sseveral of the restautants , and as teenager MANY of the drive ins.. Rosalie. Also, remember the Drive In on 27th? If you're on the Key and don't go there you've missed some of the best pizza ever. Miami Area RESTAURANTS, Drive-Ins, Bars, Lounges, Liquor Stores - PBase We later built a house on the lake. Well, one that stands out, in particular, is Lum's restaurant. Her dad, Cliff Pearlman was the founder of Lum's restaurants. 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. I was glad to see Hollemans. 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. 18 Iconic Hispanic Restaurants In Miami - Miami - The Infatuation 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.. With an economy about to go off the cliff, real estate owners and other businesses started targeting retirees. I also wondered if anyone remembers the famous candy store near The Pantry that used to sell hand dipped chocolate fruits. I was hoping to see a photo of "Frankie's Pizza" which was on the corner of Bird Road and 92Ave. Founder Betty Fox named the iconic establishment for her daughter, Sharon, but a mess-up at the printers led to the Foxs Sherron Inn. 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. Does anyone remember "Papa Nick's Italian-American Restaurant in Perrine? What was the name of the landmark restaurant that occupied the space on Lincoln Road, now the home of Khong River House? The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! 3030 Ocean is definitely one of the most famous restaurants in Miami. Jack: thank you for your offer. Joe's Stone Crab, Miami Beach Joe's might be the most famous restaurant in Miami. This was in the early 50's. auditorium? Property records still show that it is licensed as a "bar/entertainment venue," so the day school is probably not operating legally. Don. 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. Howard, I remember Valenti's on NW 7th Ave quite well. After that, it has been a non-stop culinary rollercoaster, including a James Beard award. I went to Coral Gables High. Gleason and his sun and fun capital of the world in 1968. However, you need to look at the photos again because there is a photo of the Hasta on the 4th row from the bottom and there is a photo of the Red Coach Grill on Biscayne in the 1960's period along with a Red Coach Grill on Sunny Isles. I had just returned from 14 months overseas and thought I'd found heaven. Miamis 14 Best Food Takeout and Delivery Options, 38 Essential Restaurants in Miami, Winter 2023, The 22 Must-Try Pizza Restaurants in Miami, Where to Find the Best Pizza Takeout and Delivery Options in Miami, Where to Eat on Thanksgiving in South Florida, The 19 Restaurants Worth Seeking Out in Little Havana, 14 South Florida Tourist Traps That Are Actually Good, If you buy something or book a reservation from an Eater link, Vox Media may earn a commission. Marcellas garlic rolls will be in my memory until the day I die. 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. These 1980s Restaurants Didn't Stand the Test of Time - Eat This Not That Remember these long-lost South Florida restaurants? Great restaurant to go for celebrations. Same structure. My sister and I loved the big thing of pickles and kraut on the table. All served with sweet tea by the sweetest little old ladies, there must have been ten of them so you didn't want for anything. : , : , 2022. Guest, yes I would love to post the image that you have. Sure, I'd love to add it to the site. 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. 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. Also we would go to the Rosetta Theater on Saturday mornings and then get Birch Beer at Royal Castle. 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? Established in 1942 well before the green juice trend hit South Florida its been producing some of freshest juices (and bites) in town. I have just spent the past two hours going down memory lane. Thanks. Whatever Happened To Lum's Restaurant? - Mashed.com But above all, it held a dear spot in the heart of generations upon generations of Miamians. Back in the 1950s, the blocks surrounding 22nd and 23rd street on South Beach where the epicenter of Miami nightlife with over ten restaurants and nightclubs entertaining socialites. Youre on National Airlines.. 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. W, Sign up for the Vintage 1970s Restaurants - 135 For Sale on 1stDibs Which, ironically, has never been a hotel. 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. 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. Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. Where to get the best croqueta in town Miami will be a debate for the ages but we always know a major contender will be Islas. Whether your looking for a quick beer or looking to get into some after-hours trouble, the Deuce has been that bar to go to for more than 100 years an absolute eternity by South Beach standards. Live music lovers have been flocking to this pub since 1979. The decade was the gateway to the present in many ways. Open in Google Maps Foursquare. This is the link to it: Anyone have any pictures or info on the old Pig Trail Inn Restaurant in Miami Beach? Hes launched various incarnations of D. Rodriguez and De Rodriguez, first at the Astor Hotel and then the Bentley. For great art and culture delivered to your door, visit our shop. Still have the menu from there Went on to Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. I have just been told of your site. Maybe some day we'll luck out and get a photo of it up on the site for others to remember. Among his crimes, Daoud would ride with police officers, find a suspected criminal on the street and beat the shit out of him. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! Serving up its famous half baked pizzas on Bird Road for more than 55 years, its pizza has grown such a fan base that it is now delivered around the country to those craving a half baked pie. The home page for our Old Hialeah/Old Miami galleries is at https://pbase.com/donboyd/memories and all the oldie galleries spin off from that page. A buddy of mine (Bob Paget) back in the 70's and early 80's grew up on the Key and he loved Sir Pizza. ", Brenda, thank you for your memories and where you two live now. 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. View Website Earn 3X Points. Funny little window joint across from the Grove theatre on Grand Ave. Yum. Do you have any pictures of IHOP Drive-In that was located at Bird Road and Dixie Highway? What a wonderful collection of images. I only moved here in 1945 or there abouts. Funland Park was the name of the place. Thanks for any info. Very popular at the time. Hello Don,'I remember many of the restaurants. I somehow remember it being close to the Miami address. My father worked as a waiter there when it was frequented by movie stars. any images of The Pieces of Eight Lounge on SW 8th Street and 49th Avenue would be greatly appreciated. I was looking for a good meal before arriving at the stadium (I can only eat so many hot dogs). Welcome Jim, it's great to hear from you again. They later opened the Chesapeake Seafood, Gaye, yes I can fully understand your embarrassment at Billy's! , ! I KNOW that it was west of Ponce, east of Le Jeune, north of Miracle Mile, and pretty sure south of Alhambra. Still unable to find one. i saw someone else's comment that mentioned black ceasar's forge, down near where i grew up on matheson's hammock lake #2.that would be nice to see. I do believe the Melting Pot was originally a Tony Roma's location. I grew up in Carol City in St. Monica's parish. Hialeah stopped racing in the early 2000's and the track is dormant. Famous in its day: Wolfie's | Restaurant-ing through history I used to spend winters as a little girl at my grandparents'vacation home (lucky kid, huh!) The second BK location in Miami was open from 1955 to the early 1970s. Yes, I remember Plantation Pit BBQ.. next to Dairy Queen and across the street was the 27th Avenue Drive-In.. Memories.. 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. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. Miami was loaded with Italian restaurants in the sixties and seventies. 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. I remember it from the mid-50's when my aunt's boss would take us there and I remember delicious chocolate shakes. You can also support us by signing up to our Mailing List. the trio diner was a meeting place for everyone after all the bars and clubs closed. Any pic of that place? I received this request under another less-viewed gallery and I am reposting it here so more viewers can see it. Born and raised in Miami, now living in Melbourne in Brevard Co. What a fabulous site. Thank you for such wonderful Memories. Send me a photo of the Lagoon and I'll be glad to add it. of marijuana, with a street value of $ 1.3 billion, and 2,353 Ibs. We could fill up on that. I remember the Royal Castle on 22nd Av. It was a favorite of the working class and packed for lunch. In 1954, it was franchised to a couple of fellas from Miami franchised the brand in Miami. 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. 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. 8th Street across the street from the Granada Entrance to Coral Gables? I havn't heard anyone mention one of the great italian restaurants in ma ma vi vi's??? Congrats on your retirement too and your move to Vero. I'm glad you enjoy the site and it has been a labor of love in an attempt to preserve a lot of our old memories for future generations. 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 . What a great Site !! We ate at the Royal Castle on NW 95th Street, I got my first bike from the bike shop next door. (1979) There was a Playboy Club next door! We used to go to the one on N.W. The oldest bar in Coral Gables, established in 1946, this place has something for everyone. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. It later bacame known as Little JP'S. Lounge on South Dixie HWY? we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. Keep up the good work, love ya ! Owning and operating a restaurant is a tough feat and not for the faint of heart. Bill HAAST and the MIAMI SERPENTARIUM Photo Gallery - click on image to view, Old National and Miami Area ADVERTISEMENTS - All Years - click on image to view, Gallery: Do YOU Remember? In the 70's that was a new concept. I was hoping that one of our viewers would see your comments and respond with some information about the restaurant. Please, someone tell me the name of the longest continually operating restaurant in Miami-Dade County that is still open today. Great trip through memory lane I started working at Lums in the Grove in 1977. I always remember that as a very busy place. They were the only people there and after waiting a few minutes for service, starting tapping their quarters on the counter. 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. Had some good meals there. 8th Street - just a little drive-up place, as I remember, but such great, sloppy, luscious beef barbrcue sandwiches. Make sure not to miss out on the corn dogs and chili cheese fries as well and if you tell the cashier you love Larry Bird your drink refill is on the house. Heading south from there was Plantation Pit, Dairy Queen, and the 27th Ave Drive In. If you would like a photo for the gallery, I have several. Perhaps someday someone who knows something will respond with more information. The one in Plantation closed as well but there's a Beverly Hills Cafe in Miami Lakes still. Top 10 Best "Historic Restaurants" in Miami, FL - Yelp It's not your eyesight, those restaurants are not there but hopefully someday they will be. To encourage buyers he put up a sign saying Robert Is Here and he quickly sold out. There were some wonderful memories fo rme. judge in the episode Fruit of the Poison Tree. And as we return to more vintage allure, what all diehard fans are waiting for may just happen the relaunch of his original and acclaimed OLA on Biscayne Boulevard. 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. Hi, I'm Dutch woman, my name is Berry and I really like to know all about the Dining/Dancing Golden Earrings in Hialeah.