Sunset Place
Riviera Theatre Era (1920s-1980s) • Built in 1926, the Riviera Theatre had 1,261 seats and became a popular venue, especially among University of Miami students in the '60s to '80s. Holsum Bakery Period (1934-1982) • Charles T. Fuchs moved the Holsum Bakery from Homestead to South Miami in 1934, filling the area with the scent of fresh bread for nearly 50 years. Bakery Center (1986-1996) • After the bakery's closure, the Bakery Center opened in 1986 with retail and the AMC Bakery Center 7 Theaters but struggled with business and closed in 1996. Shops at Sunset Place (1999-Present) • Opened in 1999, this open-air shopping complex has faced challenges like declining foot traffic. Plans for mixed-use redevelopment are under discussion. Current Status and Future Plans • As of 2024, redevelopment talks continue, with hopes for a mixed-use project to revitalize Sunset Place after delays caused by the pandemic.