A high-profile lawsuit threatened to shut down Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes’ Kansas City steakhouse — but a judge has just delivered a major decision. ⚖️🥩

The Chiefs stars scored an early legal victory, though the fight over their restaurant 1587 Prime is far from over.

Judge Rules on Attempt to Shut Down Kelce and Mahomes’ Steakhouse

Kansas City Chiefs stars Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes received a significant boost in court after a federal judge refused an emergency request to shut down their steakhouse, 1587 Prime.

The request came as part of an ongoing trademark lawsuit filed by Boston-based company 1587 Sneakers, which claims the restaurant’s name infringes on its brand.

If the request had been approved, Kelce, Mahomes, and their partners would have been immediately blocked from advertising or selling products using the “1587” name.

But the judge declined to issue that emergency order, allowing the restaurant to continue operating normally while the legal battle continues.

Why the Lawsuit Was Filed

The dispute centers on the number “1587.”

Kelce wears jersey No. 87
Mahomes wears jersey No. 15

Their steakhouse brand 1587 Prime combines those numbers.

However, 1587 Sneakers says it began using the number in 2023, two years before the restaurant opened in September 2025.

The sneaker company claims:

It owns trademark rights to the number
The steakhouse branding could confuse customers
The name “1587 Prime” is too similar to its brand

In its lawsuit, the company argued that adding the word “Prime” does not sufficiently distinguish the two brands.

Why the Judge Denied the Emergency Shutdown

The federal judge cited several reasons for rejecting the request.

One key issue was timing.

The sneaker company waited about five months after the restaurant opened before seeking an emergency order to shut it down.

The court also questioned whether the case should even be heard in New York, raising jurisdiction concerns.

Because of those issues, the judge decided not to issue the temporary restraining order.

However, the judge did not dismiss the lawsuit, meaning the case could continue.

The Steakhouse Is Still Open

For now, 1587 Prime remains fully operational in Kansas City.

The upscale steakhouse was opened by Kelce and Mahomes along with hospitality group Noble 33.

The restaurant quickly became a hotspot in the city, partly fueled by its celebrity connections — especially after Taylor Swift, Kelce’s fiancée, was seen visiting the venue.

Fans have frequently tried to secure reservations hoping to catch a glimpse of the NFL stars or Swift.

Mixed Reviews From Critics

Despite its popularity, the restaurant has received mixed reviews.

Some critics praised its stylish interior, including:

a dramatic marble staircase
upscale décor
sharply dressed servers

But others criticized aspects of the menu and pricing.

One food critic described the restaurant as overpriced, noting steaks costing nearly $78 and cocktails priced around $22.

Still, the celebrity factor and Kansas City buzz have helped keep the restaurant packed.

What Happens Next

The court’s ruling means Kelce and Mahomes won the first round of the legal battle.

However, the trademark lawsuit remains active.

Future motions could still determine:

whether the case proceeds in court
whether the branding must eventually change

For now, though, the Chiefs stars can keep running their high-profile restaurant — and continue building their off-field business empire.