1970s miami restaurants

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.. "South Beach, 1974-1990: Photographs of a Jewish Community." Friday, October 27, through Sunday, April 1 . Great Chinese Restaurant - China City - on SW 8th Street and 19th Avenue. That was at the old Steven's market on Red Rd near US1. Yes, see the two photos above that were taken last month right after he re-opened. Does anyone remember the name of the barbeque place on 163st? 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. 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). 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. Cheerfulness kept creeping in." I only moved th Phoenix in early 1995. 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. 8/29/17: in order to reduce the number of photos on this page, and in an effort to organize restaurants better, I have created separate galleries for certain specific restaurants and those galleries are now at the top of this page followed by the regular page which has the huge variety of independent restaurants/bars/etc. 313 friends. The show had a significantly positive impact on the citys image, and it was well on its way to restoration due to a number of factors beyond Miami Vice an economic upturn, better (less corrupt) law enforcement, a decline in the cocaine wars, Versace and a massive migration of the gay community. They were small and round ( looked more like a cinnamin roll). ( 1940's- 50's) I beleive it was on the corner of Alhambra & Aragon Ave. Despite economic woes (recession and inflation), the energy crisis, urban decline, crime, and escalating restaurant prices, restaurant-going continued to rise. The feds left in 1972, and it was sold to private buyers who used it for condominiums attracting the aforementioned influx of retirees. How about the Ale House on South Dixie by the U of M? Also, anyone remember the Red Barn by the tracks that divided Hialeah and Miami, on 79th St? Does anyone recall a diner in possibly Hollywood, Fl by the name of Irvin's or Irwin's? Man those were the days. Nov 8, 2016 - These restaurants were all over town when I was growing up. 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. Does anyone remember a circus themed resaraunt back in the mid to late '60s? Welcome Jim, it's great to hear from you again. Thanks so much for these wonderful memories! 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. Segregation was very evident in those days and blacks were forced to order from a window and eat on benches outside the restaurant. My father Morton Gregg used to own a combination deli/Chinese restaurant in the early-70's called Naytons. Dusty and Algis, thank you for your comments and memories. 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. they had great food and the cooks would have fun with everyone. 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. auditorium? I think it was right near Pier 1 Imports. Among his crimes, Daoud would ride with police officers, find a suspected criminal on the street and beat the shit out of him. Gone? It was a sad testament to what had happened to the city. Sadly they are no longer around. What started as a small 20-seat restaurant in 1974 on Miamis Calle Ocho has grown to a 100-seat staple in the area. My dad had a grocery store, Quality Market, just a few blocks up the street, on 7th Av and 15th St. What a wonderful website. If you're on the Key and don't go there you've missed some of the best pizza ever. But throughout its several owners and even a fire, it still has remained a go-to spot for Miamians to get their bbq on. Also, you have a picture of Betty's Restaurant and Betty's Restaurant and Lobo Lounge on 14th Street and Biscayne Blvd. Don, I worked for Josefine in 59 & 60..at Quinty's at nite on Friday & Sat nite. 27th Ave and 88th St. next to the Dairy Queen. I remember Nayton's very well. 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. Lila Nikla. Even more famous than its clandestine dealings was itsprime ribnight on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I believe it was off the 79th Street causway. they Owned a resturant on U.S 1 and about 132 st. S.W. 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. Having grown up down in Kendall though, we cut our teeth on Shorty's bbq. Carol K. it sounds like you grew up in that neighborhood. To this day, the best subs I ever had.and those onions rings..oh manwhy do the best places not last?? 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. 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. Thank you for such wonderful Memories. Are there any pictures of the old Yorkshire Inn? For safe return. I'll change the information and paste your response in the right place. 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. Used to see Mayor of Miami and his wife eating in the Chesapeake Sea Food House. 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. How about Dean's Waffle Shop on 36th AV. Heading south from there was Plantation Pit, Dairy Queen, and the 27th Ave Drive In. Ephemeral, disposable, they served only one purposeto let someone know "I'm here. Old Florida. What a great Site !! Thanks Mike, I added it. Seeing Paley's Big Wheel, Frankie's Pizza has been great. That was always one of my favorites. The Snackery was open 24 hours a day and always busy. Sorrento's brings back a lot of memories. I even remember when Cookies was 2 doors down from Chippys on the Mile. Great times. Thanks Mark, I added it to the list of "gone but not forgotten. Its list of celebrity patrons is long, starting with Al Capone and including such disparate figures as Barbra Streisand, the Rolling Stones and both President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump. There was a good little organic place called the Last Carrot in the Grove too. My relatives lived in a complex called The Carriage House in Miami and then later moved to Key Biscayne. 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. When you ask someone about Cuban food in Miami, this restaurant will probably top their list. We will celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary in June of this year. dr. jeffrey comanor. 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. 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. I love these pics . Come back in a day or two and I'll have an interior photo of Mike Gordon's up on this page. The area generated 40 times more unreported cash than the rest of the country an astonishing figure! Oops. Still have the menu from there Went on to Jackson Memorial Hospital School of Nursing. W, Sign up for the I'd like to add them to the list of restaurants that are gone but need just a little more information. I used to visit relatives in the "70's and we go there just for the rolls. Things were and are still looking up for Gleasons sun and fun capital of the world. Everything was cooked in heavy cast iron skillets as it should be. OMG !!!!! I have to say when Villa Deli closed on Alton Road and The Rascal House. Along with Ronnie himself and his, "It is time for art to flow into the organisation of life." Does anyone remember "The Shack" bar that stood on NW 2nd Ave and 58th St, about a block south of the Edison H.S. 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. : , : , 2022. how much I enjoyed seeing these old pictures. Anyone out there remember??? Yes I have a dark side, doesnt everyone? 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? This would've been around 1968-1970: Guest 01-Sep-2021 22:38: The elephant off Bird Rd. Have you got a picture of the Copper Tone Girl mechanical bill board on the 79th St. Causeway going to the Beach? 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! Wish I had pictures to post - Sorry! I used to go there 3 or 4 nights a week back then. Dianne, the name of the drive-in was the "Frank 'n Bun" and it was there until at least 1960 because aerial photos of the new Northside Shopping Center show it still there.