Chiefs Stars Mahomes and Kelce Open Upscale Steakhouse, Face Early Criticism

In September 2022, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes and tight end Travis Kelce opened their upscale steakhouse, 1587 Prime, inside the Loews Kansas City Hotel. The restaurant, which opened on Mahomes' 30th birthday, has quickly become a gathering spot for the Mahomes family and other Chiefs players.

Despite the excitement around the grand opening, 1587 Prime has faced some early criticism online regarding the quality of the food, particularly the mashed potatoes. A Reddit post went viral, with one user complaining about the $16 mashed potatoes being "frequently served cold." This sparked a wave of debate among locals and fans about whether the pricey steakhouse is living up to expectations.

Addressing the situation on his podcast, Travis Kelce stood by the restaurant and its menu, stating that "it's not a bad dish in the entire menu." He highlighted the Hamachi as a unique offering that is specific to 1587 Prime and Kansas City.

As the restaurant works through these early growing pains, it remains a gathering place for Mahomes' family and Chiefs teammates. Both Mahomes and Kelce are used to pressure and public scrutiny, and they are hoping to bring the same focus and teamwork that made them champions on the field to turn 1587 Prime into a Kansas City classic.