Bile's ranch was out there where we kept our horses. 90 Westward Dr, Miami Springs, FL 33166 (305) 884-1880 Floridian Restaurant It's hard to believe that an old-school diner would be situated among the trendy restaurants on Fort Lauderdale's. Don. Best onion rings in the world! because it had gas. Think I'm going to see if they'll ship to Seattle!!!! 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? 1970s Fort Lauderdale Restaurants. They were small and round ( looked more like a cinnamin roll). 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. . What a great place it was to sit and watch all our friends "cruise" by!! Guest from 27-Apr-2015, thank you for the name of the bar and the location. Crowded beach scene of people and automobiles - Jacksonville, Florida, 1973. 7pl and i walked to school by myself ,5yrs old, all the way to school on 58st and 13ave!Can't do that today! Sambo's was a popular chain of family restaurants that offered diner-style table service. With Vietnam chanting protesters, RNC cars surrounded and windows shattered, the Republicans felt terrorized and unsafe. For locals, the clandestine nature, the grit and grime of the place, was part of itscharm, a go-to spot for underage liquor purchases and fuzzy memories of many fun nights. Dave Conger I grew up in this area. Does anyone remember "Papa Nick's Italian-American Restaurant in Perrine? Black Ceasars Forge Restaurant at 67th ave and 152 street. Tempe History Museum . Pumpernik's Restaurant on Miami Beach Marcella's Italian Restaurant in North Miami and later Hollywood - great ads on late night TV in the early 70's . Oh, and the Taurus. 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. 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. 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. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? While it may be slightly hidden off US1, locals know this is one of top spots in town for fresh seafood. 7th Ave in Miami, and BBQ Barn a couple miles north on 7th ave. Dows anyone remember the Trio Diner on SW 8th Street and 37 Ave? I remember once we were there and the rolls were not ready and the customers were going crazy until they came out. Even when he fell in love - and that was frequently - he was never submerged by disappointment. we used to go there for ice cream cones on friday night. Segregation was very evident in those days and blacks were forced to order from a window and eat on benches outside the restaurant. 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? But what has kept it going for over 50 years isnt its cheap beer (which we admit is a nice bonus) but its grilled burgers and wings that have won numerous accolades over the many decades. The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. . Great Steaks and rosin backed potatoes. Talk about bad timing on my part. I have a glass from there and would like to know more about it. He also helped launch OLA, first on Biscayne Boulevard, then in the Savoy Hotel, before making its last stop at the Sanctuary Hotel. To Linda Altman: I believe the shrimp restaurant you are thinking about was "The Shrimp Place". This was in the early 50's. They left, went and threw their paper routes and when they came back they saw police cars at the Royal Castle. Ephemeral, disposable, they served only one purposeto let someone know "I'm here. These portrait photographs of Russia's ruling Romanovs were taken in 1903 at the Winter Palace in majestic. Love this site. how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. 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. I can only add what I can find or what people send me. I have been searching for but so far have not been able to find a photo of HOT SHOPPES. 7th Avenue? Established in 1942 well before the green juice trend hit South Florida its been producing some of freshest juices (and bites) in town. I too lived in Hialeah, went to Hialeah Hi.from first day it opened. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for RARE VINTAGE LUAU RESTAURANT TIKI POLYNESIAN 1960s 1970s GLASS, MIAMI BEACH FL at the best online prices at eBay! Jim, I can not verify it because I don't have personal knowledge of what it was in the 60's due to growing up in Hialeah and I don't have any photos of the Douglas Road Coffeehouse on the site or in the backlog yet to be added. Does anyone remember the Majorette Drive In? Does anyone remember the name of the barbeque place on 163st? After graduating from Miami High in '57, went with parents and friends to celebrate at Red Diamond. Its not always certain what will become the next new place people will sparknostalgia and fond food memories for decades to come. Wolfie's sandwiches and complimentary dill pickle spears on every table and booth. I think it was a hamburger joint. We could fill up on that. I somehow remember it being close to the Miami address. I grew up near Coral Way and S.W. Heading south from there was Plantation Pit, Dairy Queen, and the 27th Ave Drive In. of marijuana, with a street value of $ 1.3 billion, and 2,353 Ibs. Also, big fans of Santacroce's, Sorrento, Red Diamond Inn, Piccolo, and the Famous. There was a really nice restaurant on 79th street and 27th avenue, what was the name of it? My Mom and aunt were both carhops there in the mid 50's. The bar had once been the venue for Jimmy Durante and Dean Martin. I havn't heard anyone mention one of the great italian restaurants in ma ma vi vi's??? They had great ribs and sweet potato pie! If you would like a photo for the gallery, I have several. 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. ", Brenda, thank you for your memories and where you two live now. called 27 Birds which may still be there, and possibly the place mentioned here called One South towards Kendall. It was the only place that served food after one of the 1960's hurricanes (Cleo or Donna?) I was born in 1946 and grew up across the street from White Belt Dairy. Hill: thank you for posting that item about Sir Pizza. Burger King was founded as Insta Burger King way back in 1953. Hal, welcome and thank you for posting. Guest, glad you enjoyed the photos and the memories. Does anyone recall a diner in possibly Hollywood, Fl by the name of Irvin's or Irwin's? They used to make the best cheeseburghers and fries and milkshakes in town. 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. The Cuban bakery has been around for 42 years and has grown to over 13 locations since its humble beginnings in Hialeah in the early 70s. 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. Having lived in Miami when it was called the Magic City, love the memories this brings back. Thanks. Owning and operating a restaurant is a tough feat and not for the faint of heart. For safe return. it was great. They didn't recognize him and when they asked for hot chocolates he didn't seem to know what to do or where things were. Festival of Sex alongside a fruit market perfectly illustrating the dichotomy of Miami in the seventies: older retirees living in a city replete with crime and urban blight. Does anyone remember The Merry-Go-Round Restaurant across US I from UM? that we dined in and drank in. When they were done with their order, they put money on the counter. I don't have a picture of the Lagoon but if I find it or any other old Miami menus I'll send them. Thanks for all the effort. Miami was loaded with Italian restaurants in the sixties and seventies. Also there was a Royal Castle we used to go to on Biscayne Blvd near Cushman School. 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? Rosalie, thank you for posting some great memories. Would love to see a picture of it. ( 1940's- 50's) I beleive it was on the corner of Alhambra & Aragon Ave. For those of you who are new to computing and/or surfing the internet, this is just one page of many pages of photos on this site. Welcome Nicolle and thank you for your comment and memories. 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. Was the other in the Springs called Brothers two?? and Miracle Mile. 10 Fantastic Budget-Friendly Restaurants in Miami, 12 Classic Miami Restaurants Everyone Should Try. At the time I thought they had the greatest job in the world, and could hardly wait to grow up and work there. I had just returned from 14 months overseas and thought I'd found heaven. I think we ate there every meal for a few years - 70 - 72 or so. Does anyone remember the name? Category 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vintage 1970s Restaurants. My wife and I moved to Merritt Island in 1966 after I left Miami in 1962 for the Air Force. Located in Miami, FL. Open in Google Maps Foursquare. where my husband and I had one of our early "dates" - married almost 50 years now! Golden Glades Drive Inn? So many publications, including Wiremag, The Food-E, and Think Magazine, have written about 3030 Ocean. 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. #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. 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. Located in an alleyway off US1 in Pinecrest, Keg South is the epitome of a dive bar. Yes I have a dark side, doesnt everyone? By submitting your email, you agree to our. But their are certain places and and restaurants that I remember. Complete with all the dive bar essentials including a jukebox, tables that have seen better days and a 12-hour-long daily happy hour. Of course, property values arent the only reason why seemingly popular restaurants close. - Douglas Percy Bliss on his friend Eric Ravilious from their time at the Royal College of Art Eric Ravilious loved. Does anyone know if they ever had table service outside (on the "Sidewalk")? 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Would love to see a picture of the place. I cannot now remember the name of the place they has on 17th St in Ft Ld, the building is gone now. I could have sworn that it faced east, but the streets arent structured that way, with facades. 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. The feds left in 1972, and it was sold to private buyers who used it for condominiums attracting the aforementioned influx of retirees. 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. 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. Looking for a photo of the sorrento continental restaurant that was on Young circle in Hollywood in the early 50s. 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!!! 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. He is currently part of a culinary adventure program that takes travelers on a tour through Cuba, helping to finally merge the two worlds. The Saxony Hotel's Ye Noshery Room for the best ice cream concoctions ever. Mom and dad graduated in 61 from Hialeah High. Report as inappropriate. Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! I remember eating there a lot when my mom would take us to Jacksons for Back-to-School clothes. Would anyone have any pictures of Santacroce's Italian restaurant in Coral Gables? But above all, it held a dear spot in the heart of generations upon generations of Miamians. 2145 reviews. As the last-standing Royal Castle in Miami (there used to be around 180 in its 1960s heyday) this quick service spot in North Miami serves up a heavy dose of nostalgia along with slider burgers, birch beer and plenty of breakfast specials.