Darwin's

Darwin's, at 701 S. Crouse "on the hill", was opened in 1991 by Dirk Oudermool, and quickly became a major presence in the Marshall Street area. With its 350-person capacity, it was THE biggest joint in the area and it was often filled to capacity. Even at that size, it was a fun, welcoming atmosphere...everyone was accepted. There were no cliques at Darwin's. Students just came to get away and have a good time. And what a time was had for 15 years, when the final call came in October 2006, "Sweet Caroline" was played (and sung along to, a closing-time tradition) one last time. Said one long-time employee at Darwin's on that night..."I feel like someone died." Long Live Darwin's!