Stonewall Revival

53 Christopher Street was a raw space when Jimmy Pisano leased it for his new bar. He spent an enormous amount of money to design and build a space that he and the community could be proud to call home.

Elaborate wood paneling was installed to give the space an upscale, pub feel.

A full kitchen was installed at great expense to provide a fine dining experience for patrons. Sadly, the kitchen would be removed when it became apparent that customers weren't interested in dining at Stonewall.

Custom banquettes, brass railings, and antique mirrors and lighting transformed the raw space into a beautiful place to meet.

Local artists were brought in to create charcoal-style sketches on the walls, visible in this snapshot from the first days of the opening.

The transformation of the space was remarkable and a source of enormous pride for Jimmy. A vintage bar was installed along one side of the space.  

The bar rail, separating the dining space from the bar itself, was flanked by two wood columns that were illuminated on top.

One of many wall murals is shown above.

Despite offering an innovative and diverse menu at reasonable prices, the restaurant portion of the business never took hold. It became an enormous financial drain, making it that much more remarkable that Jimmy was able to keep the space open at all.