Tobacco Road
Tobacco Road
Tobacco Road is a very interesting stop when you're visiting the Miami area. It holds the oldest existing liquor license in the history of Dade County.
For over 87 years the happenings in this old venue have been written up in newspapers, magazines, and books. The "Road" is not just a bar, it is a cornerstone of Miami nightlife.
During Prohibition, Tobacco Road was a speakeasy and notorious hangout of one Mister AL Capone. During WWII Tobacco Road lost all of its licenses because of "lewd, wanton and lascivious" behavior. The bar was annually raided by police until the early 1980s. The "Road" has proven it has the spirit of a survivor by prospering through Prohibition, numerous hurricanes, the Great Depression, the revocation of its liquor license and attempts by the city of Miami to have it shut down on a number of occasions.
In 1982, Tobacco Road was given a future when the property was purchased and it was made over from a dive of a neighborhood bar into a place everyone wanted to be seen at. This reputation was furthered by booking acts such as B.B. King, Koko Taylor, Albert Collins and Jr. Washington which have helped Tobacco Road become one of the city's hottest spots for cozy live shows.
If you get hungry at Tobacco Road, never fear! Their sirloin burgers and hand cut French fries are legendary and there are always specials - just ask!
Tobacco Road is a great piece of history that is still available to be seen in the present. Stop in for a beer and great burger on your next visit to Miami.
