Two New Restaurants to Open at Bluhawk Development
The expansion of Five Four and La Madeleine signals significant commercial growth for operators in southern Overland Park.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Five Four Restaurant & Drafthouse and La Madeleine are set to open new locations at the Bluhawk development in southern Overland Park. The expansion marks the third Johnson County site for Five Four and the first franchise entry into the county for La Madeleine.
Why it matters
The addition of these restaurant brands to the Bluhawk development, managed by Price Brothers, signals ongoing commercial growth off U.S. Highway 69 and 159th Street. These openings reflect a broader trend of regional brands expanding their footprints into suburban development hubs.
Five Four is establishing its 3rd Johnson County location, while this development marks the 1st La Madeleine franchise in the county. Franchise operator Eddie Musallet currently manages 2 other grocery stores in Johnson County.
The players
Five Four Restaurant & Drafthouse
A regional hospitality group expanding its footprint with multiple locations across Johnson County.
La Madeleine
A French-inspired bakery and cafe chain establishing its first franchise presence in Johnson County.
Eddie Musallet
A local entrepreneur who owns and operates multiple grocery and restaurant businesses in Johnson County.
Price Brothers
A real estate development and management firm overseeing the Bluhawk project in southern Overland Park.
The details
The Bluhawk development, overseen by Price Brothers, is positioned near the intersection of U.S. Highway 69 and 159th Street. For Five Four, this move continues a multi-site expansion strategy that includes an upcoming location in Lenexa. Eddie Musallet, who also owns the World Fresh Market in Overland Park and a Fresh Market in Shawnee, will serve as the franchisee for the new La Madeleine location.
Timeline
October 2026: Announcement of the two new restaurant arrivals.
Late 2026: Scheduled opening for the new Five Four location in Lenexa.
Market Landscape
The arrival of these restaurants follows the ongoing mixed-use development strategy at Bluhawk. This expansion aligns with the project's broader efforts to anchor the intersection of U.S. Highway 69 and 159th Street with established regional retail and dining brands.
Operators in southern Overland Park should monitor how the completion of the Bluhawk development shifts local traffic patterns and consumer dining habits. Local business owners should factor in potential shifts in labor competition as new major retail and hospitality entities enter the submarket.
The takeaway
The expansion of multi-unit restaurant brands into southern Overland Park illustrates the continued importance of major suburban development hubs. Owners should track local lease activity and infrastructure upgrades, such as the ongoing development at Bluhawk, to anticipate shifts in consumer foot traffic.
Further reading
For more news on local commercial activity, see Overland Park Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Johnson County Post.
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