Cherokee Dining



Cherokee dining is the heart of our community. We offer two rooms to fit your dining style. Whether you would like a casual experience with friends or an intimate experience with family, Cherokee offers dining rooms for both.

Sports Lounge

Madison's Sport LoungeOur Sports Lounge is a great place to casually dine and socialize. Our friendly staff, great food and full-service bar will offer a relaxing way to start or end your day.

Cherokee's Sports Lounge is open for dine-in or take-out. Please call for daily specials - (608) 249-1000

Sports Lounge Hours - Winter
Monday - Wednesday
Kitchen 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Bar 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Thursday - Friday
Kitchen and Bar 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday
Kitchen and Bar 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Sports Lounge Hours - Summer
Monday-Friday 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. , bar open until 9:00 p.m.
Saturday-Sunday 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.




Sequoya Room

Sequoya Room The Sequoya Room provides an intimate dining experience with one of Madison's best fish fries. You may also hold banquets or events in the Sequoya Room. With a separated, fully-stocked bar, the Sequoya Room is a great place to eat dinner or chat with friends over drinks.

Sequoya Room Hours:
Friday 5:00pm-9:00pm



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Meet the Chef

Joud AchkarJoud Achkar is the head chef at Cherokee. He received his culinary education from the Damascus University in Syria. He started working at the Damascus International Hotel before moving to the United States to pursue his love for cooking. In 2000, he became Head Chef for the Casbah Restaurant and Lounge in Madison, WI. He has also been a chef at the Concourse Hotel and Captain Bills. At Cherokee, Joud brings his own flare to each dish and creates intricate items full of flavor.

In February, Joud was selected by the Wisconsin Pork Association to compete in the Wisconsin Taste of Elegance competition in Wisconsin Dells, WI. He was one of eight chefs who participated in the event. Below are pictures of the event including his dish; Stuffed Pork Loin with Fruit and Sweet Red Wine Sauce.