10/26/2024
So excited for new businesses to join us in downtown Olathe! 🍕🍗🥞🍳☕️🚲❤️
Pizza 51 South
Opening soon at 200 S. Kansas Ave., Pizza 51 South will bring East Coast-inspired, hand-tossed, stone-baked pizza to Downtown Olathe. Set in a historic service station, the restaurant offers a laid-back atmosphere with pizza by the slice, sandwiches, salads, and cold beer. “Downtown Olathe has character,” says co-owner Jason Pryor. “You sit outside, relax, have a slice of pizza, and watch the trains go by.” Opening Target: Spring 2025.
Char Bar Smoked Meats & Pickleball
Located at the northwest corner of Kansas Avenue and Santa Fe Street, Char Bar will introduce award-winning KC BBQ with a twist! “Char Bar will be a true family-friendly destination,” shared co-owner Mark Kelpe, “and we look forward to being a part of Olathe’s future.” This expansive venue will feature seven pickleball courts, lawn games, and a two-story fire pit, making it more than just a restaurant—it's a destination. Expected Opening: Late 2025 to early 2026.
Third Street Social
Bringing its warm, social vibe and chef-driven comfort food, Third Street Social will open its first Kansas location at 135 S. Kansas Ave. Serving lunch, dinner, happy hours, and weekend brunch, Third Street Social is ideal for gathering with friends or family. Co-owner Andy Lock says, “Olathe is an amazing community, and we’re eager to offer our unique dining experience to our Kansas neighbors.” Projected Opening: 2025.
HerMEtheus Coffee
HerMEtheus Coffee will soon bring an artisanal coffee experience to Downtown Olathe. With a focus on carefully sourced beans and creative brews, this new spot will offer specialty drinks, pastries, and inviting spaces for community members to work, gather, and unwind. HerMEtheus Coffee is set to be a welcoming hub in our revitalized downtown. Opening Soon.
Bikes 4 the Likes of Us
Downtown Olathe’s new bike shop, “Bikes 4 the Likes of Us,” will cater to cyclists of all levels. From custom builds and repairs to community rides, the shop aims to make biking accessible and enjoyable for all.
We are Olathe Proud! ♥️