At its peak, Darryl’s had 39 restaurants operating in nine states. People loved Darryl’s not just for the great food but also for the family-friendly environment and the memories created inside the antique walls. Over the years, the Darryl’s chain was bought and sold a handful of times. It was neglected and lost its sparkle. It dwindled from 39 restaurants all the way down to 1 and was about to close its doors for good. That’s when Marty Kotis decided to rekindle the fire and bring Darryl’s back to its original glory. The restaurant has undergone a $2 million renovation and expansion. We’ve added great new features like our fire pits, brought back the original Darryl’s recipes, and put together a world-class team.