In March 2024, Travis Kelce announced the opening of a new Kansas City restaurant, 1587 Prime, alongside Patrick Mahomes. Described as a “unique modern American steakhouse,” the dining spot showcases Kelce’s knowledge of the city’s dining scene. Kelce, a Kansas City Chiefs player drafted in 2013, regularly enjoys nights out in the town with friends and family, as well as date nights with girlfriend Taylor Swift, providing insight into his favorite local restaurants.
Kelce and Swift publicly confirmed their relationship in September 2023 after she attended one of his games against the Chicago Bears. The couple celebrated at Prime Social, a trendy downtown spot with a rooftop bar serving various dishes from sushi to pizza. The following month, they dined at Piropos, an Argentine steak house where the staff accommodated them past closing time. Although their order is unknown, the restaurant offers empanadas, grilled meats, seafood, and a mix of Spanish, Italian, and French cuisines. Kelce was seen chivalrously opening the car door for Swift as they left the restaurant.
For his 34th birthday in October 2023, Kelce chose The Golden Ox, Kansas City’s oldest steakhouse, for a quiet dinner with friends. The menu features famous steak dishes along with sides such as parmesan creamed spinach and baked potatoes. Known for his consistent order of porterhouse steak, lobster mac and cheese, and broccolini, Kelce impresses staff with his courteous demeanor. Additionally, Kelce and his family frequent Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que, known for its burnt ends and Z-Man sandwiches, with Kelce waiting in line like any other customer.
One of Kelce’s favorite spots is Rye, an upscale urban farmhouse, where he often enjoys crispy fried chicken and cinnamon rolls. Kelce once advised Swift to visit Rye for a girls’ night out, indicating his preference for the establishment. Kelce’s actions show his love for the restaurant, often sitting in the main dining room with friends and handlers. Another venture in which Kelce invested with Mahomes is Chicken N Pickle, a chicken-centric joint with pickleball courts and a rooftop bar. The duo raised $10 million in funding for the restaurant chain, helping secure a location in Houston, Texas.
In January 2024, Swift treated herself and her friends, including Brittany Mahomes, to a meal at Rye, enjoying Midwestern comfort food. Kelce is known to frequent both locations of Rye and interact with customers. Later that month, Kelce was seen arriving at Rye in his Rolls Royce for a quiet meal with a friend, showcasing his love for the establishment. Despite opening their own restaurant in 2024, Kelce and Mahomes have been investing in the Kansas City dining scene for years, supporting local eateries like Chicken N Pickle. Their involvement has helped bring new dining experiences to the city, symbolizing their commitment to the community.
