The duo's restaurant, 1587 Prime, earns multiple nominations even as it faces service challenges from customers.
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As the Kansas City Chiefs gear up for the upcoming NFL season, two of their star players, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, are making headlines off the field. The duo’s upscale steakhouse, 1587 Prime, has been nominated for multiple categories in the 2026 Kansas City Favorites, hosted by The Kansas City Star. This recognition comes at a time when both athletes are in the spotlight for their business endeavors, even as Mahomes navigates the recovery from a serious knee injury.
1587 Prime, which opened its doors in 2025 within the Loews Kansas City Hotel, is co-owned by Mahomes and Kelce in partnership with the Noble 33 hospitality group. The steakhouse has quickly established itself as a high-end dining destination, offering premium cuts of beef, a wine list featuring over 100 selections, and a unique cocktail menu. The restaurant’s name reflects the jersey numbers of its co-owners: 15 for Mahomes and 87 for Kelce.
In its first year of operation, 1587 Prime has made a notable impact on the Kansas City culinary scene. This year, it has been nominated in prestigious categories including FINE DINING, STEAK, WINE SELECTION, and SPECIALTY COCKTAILS. The community’s engagement is evident, with over 270,000 votes cast in the Kansas City Favorites, marking a 45 percent increase from the previous year. This surge in participation highlights a growing trend in local business support, with more than 4,900 businesses competing across 274 categories.
“We’re truly honored to be nominated for the 2026 Kansas City Favorites via the KC Star in the following categories,” the steakhouse announced on its official Instagram page. “Thank you to the community for welcoming us, and to everyone who has joined us at the table.”
Yet, the recognition comes alongside a contrasting narrative. Just last month, a TikTok video by content creator Nicole Rose went viral, detailing a frustrating experience at 1587 Prime. Rose visited the restaurant with friends, including one preparing to leave for military service, but the evening fell short of expectations. She described waiting 45 minutes for a martini that was incorrectly prepared, and a lack of clarity about the restaurant’s bar cart service, which led to confusion among her group.
“We just wanted to get out of there,” Rose recounted in her TikTok. The service issues continued as her friend’s beer ran out without any staff checking in, and the sequence of food delivery was problematic. “My $100 steak was incorrectly cooked,” she said, highlighting the inconsistency in service. Such feedback raises questions about how Mahomes and Kelce will address customer satisfaction as they seek to solidify their restaurant's reputation.
Amid these challenges, Mahomes remains focused on his recovery from a severe knee injury sustained in December 2026, which ended his season prematurely and contributed to the Chiefs’ disappointing 6-11 record—their first playoff absence since 2014. On April 3, 2026, he participated in the annual Lead to Read KC event, promoting literacy among local youth. Mahomes emphasized the importance of reading for personal and professional success, sharing insights from his own experience as a quarterback.
“Reading is important, even for a professional quarterback,” Mahomes noted, illustrating how he relies on reading playbooks and game strategies to excel on the field. His foundation, the 15 and the Mahomies Foundation, encourages children to dedicate 15 minutes daily to reading outside of school hours, highlighting the role literacy plays in achieving success.
As Mahomes continues to rehabilitate, there is optimism surrounding his return to the field. Recent updates show him actively participating in throwing drills at the Chiefs’ facility, sparking hope among fans that he will be ready for the start of the 2026 NFL season. This positive momentum is mirrored in the community's support for his business ventures, particularly 1587 Prime.
The transition from recognition to validation is now underway for 1587 Prime, as the Kansas City Favorites moves into its official online voting phase. The outcome of this competition will depend heavily on community sentiment and customer experiences, which are becoming increasingly important in determining the restaurant's success.
As the Chiefs prepare for a new season, Mahomes and Kelce’s entrepreneurial spirit is on display, but they must navigate the dual challenges of maintaining their business's reputation and ensuring their own performances on the field. The juxtaposition of their accolades and the service complaints at 1587 Prime presents a unique narrative in the world of sports and business.
With the public's eye on both their football careers and their culinary venture, how Mahomes and Kelce respond to customer feedback will be closely watched. The stakes are high, not just for their restaurant's future but also for their legacy in Kansas City, where they are more than just athletes—they are community figures striving to make a lasting impact.