Monday was opening day at the new location of Knaus Berry Farm, and while plenty has changed, South Floridians said the flavors they have loved for decades remain exactly the same.

After relocating from Homestead to to a new spot along SW 177th Avenue in the Redland and welcoming new owners, the iconic farm stand officially reopened — drawing massive crowds before sunrise to taste the warm, new version of their famous cinnamon rolls. 

Lines began forming well before dawn, with some die-hard fans camping out overnight just to be first.

"I got here around 8 o'clock yesterday," said Chrischelle Polles, who was first in line. "I've been doing this for 40 years with my dad. I remember sitting in a little chair with him, skipping school, waiting for cinnamon rolls."

Others arrived in the early morning hours hoping to beat the rush.

"We got here about 3 a.m. so we didn't have to wait two hours in line," said Pamela Griffin of Sunrise.

The anticipation was high outside the new location, as dozens waited patiently for their first taste of the season, especially the famous ooey-gooey cinnamon rolls.

Polles' dedication paid off. She walked away with boxes stacked high and wasted no time taking her first bite.

What's changed — and what hasn't — at the new Knaus Berry Farm location

The good news for longtime fans: the recipes haven't changed in 70 years.

What has changed are the amenities. 

The new location offers improved parking, covered shade while waiting in line, upgraded bathrooms — and for the first time ever, customers can pay with credit cards.

The new owners say they're prepared to keep up with the overwhelming demand.

"We get pallets of flour, pallets of brown sugar - we have a forklift in the back," said Joel White, the farm's general manager and co-owner. "This is a major operation to try to meet demand."

Judging by opening day crowds, the upgrades are working.

Knaus Berry Farm will now be open Tuesday through Sunday, starting the week of Dec. 29. 

New Knaus Berry Farm location and hours

• Address: Knaus Berry Farm, 16790 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187

• Days open: Tuesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

• Website: knausberryfarm.com