A Legendary SE Kansas Institution — Turnkey Opportunity with Endless Potential Established in 1935, the Idle-A-While Bar & Grill at 201 S. Vine Street is one of Southeast Kansas's most beloved community gathering spots — and now it's available for a new owner to carry on its legacy or write an entirely new chapter. This sale includes two buildings on 1.5 lots plus all business inventory — truly turnkey. The main bar building spans 1,250 sq ft with an additional 224 sq ft attached storeroom, totaling approximately 1,474 sq ft of usable space. The interior has proven effective for decades as a bar and restaurant, but works equally well as a coffee shop, diner, catering operation, retail space, or event venue. Additional lot space opens the door for an outdoor venue, beer garden, food truck pad, or even a private residence. Located just three blocks off Highway 400 and minutes from regional tourist draw Big Brutus, this property captures both loyal locals and passing travelers. Whether you're stepping into a proven concept or arriving with a fresh vision, you'll find flexibility, value, and community goodwill that money can't buy. Ownership is motivated. Don't miss your chance to own a piece of Southeast Kansas history.
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Cherokee is located in Kansas. Cherokee, Kansas has a population of 679. Cherokee is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 43.59% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 29.26%.
The median household income in Cherokee, Kansas is $48,750. The median household income for the surrounding county is $45,191 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Cherokee is 32.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 89.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 23.3 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 46 inches per year, with 10.2 inches of snow per year.