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Sloppy Joes Bar, Havana, Cuba, 1951
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Sloppy Joes Bar, Havana, Cuba, 1951
Sloppy Joes Bar, Havana, Cuba, 1951. The world famous Sloppy Joes welcomed tourists for over four decades, and offered over 80 cocktails in addition to the bars own brand of 12 year old rum. During the 1940s and 1950s it was popular with American celebrities as well as tourists. The Cuban Revolution of 1959 saw the demise of the bar as the majority of their clientele was American. A fire in the 60s closed the bar for good. It reopened in 2013. Advertising on the back of the postcard says SLOPPY JOEs BAR first port of call, out where the wet begins and HONESTY IS OUR POLICY, Don t fail to meet your friends at SLOPPY JOE S. Also lists Famous Cocktails, Delicious Sandwiches, The best brands of Cigars, Fresh Liquors Candies
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1950s Ciudad De La Habana Cocktail Crowded Cuba Cuban Customer Drinking English Text Fifties Havana Lower Case Nightlife Noise Pouring Service Industry Socialising Waiter Western Script
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This vintage print captures the vibrant atmosphere of Sloppy Joes Bar in Havana, Cuba, back in 1951. Known worldwide for its lively ambiance and extensive cocktail menu, this iconic establishment catered to tourists and American celebrities alike for over four decades. The bar's own brand of 12-year-old rum was a favorite among patrons who flocked to enjoy more than 80 cocktails on offer. However, the Cuban Revolution of 1959 brought about significant changes that ultimately led to the demise of Sloppy Joes Bar. With the majority of their clientele being American, the revolution caused a decline in visitors from the United States. Adding further misfortune, a fire ravaged the bar during the 1960s, forcing its permanent closure. Fortunately, after years of absence from Havana's nightlife scene, Sloppy Joes Bar reopened its doors in 2013. This postcard print serves as a nostalgic reminder of an era when it proudly proclaimed itself as "the first port of call" and emphasized honesty as its policy. The image showcases a bustling interior filled with people socializing amidst colorful decor and dim lighting. A waiter is seen pouring drinks while customers eagerly await their delicious sandwiches and indulge in famous cocktails. The text on the back advertises not only refreshments but also cigars and fresh liquors candies. As both a tourist attraction and an integral part of Cuban history during mid-20th century America-Cuba relations, Sloppy Joes Bar remains an enduring symbol bridging cultures through food, drink, and camaraderie.
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