Reviews - Idle-a-while
Reviews summary
Idle-Awhile Restaurant, located in the charming town of Cherokee, offers a unique dining experience characterized by homemade food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Guests rave about the delicious ribeye steaks, fresh-cut fries, and standout cornbread, making it a destination worth the drive. While many appreciate the friendly service from the husband-and-wife team, experiences can vary; some patrons have reported instances of disappointing interactions with the owner. Overall, with a focus on quality, reasonable prices, and a commitment to fresh ingredients, Idle-Awhile remains a beloved spot for those seeking a satisfying meal paired with local charm.
Was Ron Petersen at Idle-a-while a mag?
What an experience.If you like ribeyes point the knife ?Delicious homemade food wonderful breadIce Cold beer on tapGreat prices tooHusband and wife run the place View all feedback.
What Keith Stokes dislikes about Idle-a-while:
To be polite, we were wearing face masks when we entered the bar. The owner immediately shouted to his wife to load the shotgun, we are being robbed. We took the joke with good grace, but the owner followed us to the table, repeatedly insulting us, talking about what BS this was, that Covid is the Democrat 's fraud and throwing menus down on the table hard. We wished him a blessed day and left. View all feedback.
Reviews from various users
Last update : 23.02.2025
Good food. Cold beer. Nice, friendly owners. Who could ask for more!
We had lunch today met Dan and Michelle the owners. Not only do they have the most amazing food fresh cut steak, homegrown vegetables, ice cold drinks but the atmosphere is fantastic. We drove 2 hrs just to try this “Idle-A-While” bar and grill and we were not disappointed google Cherokee, Ks and Idle-A-While. It was the best time and meal we have had in awhile and who knew we knew Uncle Ken and Aunt Virginia and we love muscle cars and trucks!!! We will be back
To be polite, we were wearing face masks when we entered the bar. The owner immediately shouted to his wife to load the shotgun, we are being robbed. We took the joke with good grace, but the owner followed us to the table, repeatedly insulting us, talking about what BS this was, that Covid is the Democrat 's fraud and throwing menus down on the table hard. We wished him a blessed day and left.
Food and owners are awesome!!
Dan and Michelle are great people and always do their best to make you feel at home. Great food! Price per person: $10–20 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5 Recommended dishes: Burgers and Sandwiches
Last update : 29.10.2023
This was my first time visiting this restaurant, and I loved it! It’s such a charming spot, and the food was delicious. The service was also excellent and had a great sense of humor. We definitely plan on coming back soon for more of that fantastic food!
Last update : 26.10.2023
This little place is just off the hwy in a little town called Cherokee.... what a great spot to stop for some food. Fast and friendly service!
What an experience.If you like ribeyes point the knife ?Delicious homemade food wonderful breadIce Cold beer on tapGreat prices tooHusband and wife run the place
The owners are very friendly, and the food is homemade. I make the drive from Tulsa at least once a month just to enjoy their steak and fresh-cut fries. The cornbread is also excellent!
They were closed for fall vacation even though Google said open. Looks like it is also for sale, so don't rely on Google info for hours and days of operation.
We absolutely adore this restaurant! The food is not only delicious but also incredibly fresh. The owners are wonderful too! Since everything is made from scratch, there might be a bit of a wait, but it's definitely worth it compared to eating frozen, pre-made meals. Our favorite dish is the fried steak tips!
