off the beaten path

off the beaten path

1. Little-known, or in a remote or lesser-known area. Said especially of a business or destination. A "beaten path" refers to a route that is frequently traveled. We'll definitely be able to get a table at that restaurant, it's really off the beaten path. I chose that island as a vacation spot because I knew it was off the beaten path and would give me some much-needed solitude.
2. Pursuing or following a trend, development, method, etc., that is unique or atypical. I tend not to stray off the beaten path when it comes to books. I don't like stuff that's too experimental or academic. None of us were surprised when James decided to study yoga in India instead of going to college. He has always kept off the beaten path in life.
See also: beaten, off, path
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • beaten track, (off) the
  • off the beaten track
  • be off the beaten path
  • be off the beaten track
  • make it known
  • (had) known it was coming
  • moniker
  • monniker
  • make yourself known to somebody
  • make (oneself) known (to someone)
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