An iconic Dallas restaurant institution is about to decamp: The Stoneleigh P, also known as The P, which has brought an eclectic restaurant and bar experience to Uptown Dallas since 1973, is closing down its original location at 2926 Maple Ave.

According to a release, the lease is up and the restaurant will relocate to a new address, still TBD. Their last day of business in their current spot will be April 15.

Though they may not be in the same location, the owners vow that The P will prevail, with the great food, drinks, and sense of community as the original.

They keep it upbeat: "As The Stoneleigh P searches for its next location, we hope you help us commiserate the last 50 years of its legacy in Dallas," they say.

Founded by Tom Garrison, Robert Alexander, Teresa Alexander, Alan Cahil, and Richard Windburn, The P has remained in the same location, with the same owner, and with the same values throughout the decades.

Originally a pharmacy called the Stoneleigh Pharmacy, Garrison turned the place into a restaurant and bar, coining it the iconic nickname, “The P.”

The P was originally a safe haven for the “anti-establishment” crowd of Dallas, catering to musicians and creatives. However, over the years, the P has welcomed an array of Dallas locals, visitors, and legends.

Started by Tom Garrison, Robert Alexander, Teresa Alexander, Alan Cahil, and Richard Windburn, the Stoneleigh P completely transformed Dallas’ 1970s restaurant and bar scene. It was a place meant to be a hideaway in an upcoming metroplex. The Stoneleigh P was eclectic with no-frills, offering good classic food, a full bar, and a down-to-earth atmosphere.

Throughout the years, the Dallas staple has been frequented by many notable figures. President Jimmy Carter hosted a fundraiser for his presidential campaign; Stanley Marcus of Neiman Marcus loved the lentil soup; Kenny Loggins hosted his 40th birthday party at the restaurant and so many more. If it wasn’t for construction delaying the grand opening by two weeks, Jack Nicholson would have attended the grand opening in 1973 as well. At the same time, Mariah Carey may have never walked into the bar, but the P did gain her attention after banning her iconic Christmas jingle, “All I Want for Christmas,” in 2021 and going viral. Needless to say, the Stoneleigh P has caught the attention and interest of a variety of individuals and figures from across the nation.

Although Dallas has evolved immensely since the restaurant’s initial opening, the Stoneleigh P has stayed true to its core values. With a family-like staff, two of the general managers have held their positions for 38 years each. Garrison and his team take pride in their “Don’t Uptown My P” mentality, which illustrates how the Stoneleigh P stands out from the crowd. Legendary events include underwear modeling competitions, danceathons, parties with irrelevant themes, and a Mariah Carey-inspired Drag Show.

Since its initial opening, the Stoneleigh P has had numerous victories, but it has also undergone a variety of obstacles. In 1980, Tom was awakened by a phone call in the middle of the night from a neighbor that The P was on fire. He arrived at the restaurant as it was turned to ash. Thankfully, the restaurant was rebuilt in the same location and carried on for another forty years.

In 2017, Tom’s daughter, Laura Garrison, took over as general manager. Stoneleigh P essentially runs through her veins, and she grew up seeing and experiencing the magic within its four walls. Following in her father’s footsteps, Laura hopes to live up to his legacy and further grow their restaurant. Learning from her father, Laura continues to instill the importance of simplicity and a “don’t sweat the small stuff” mentality. “She’s already running it better than me,” Tom says.