Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' 1587 Steakhouse Sued for Trademark Infringement

The Kansas City Chiefs stars are accused of infringing on the trademark of 1587 Sneakers with the name of their restaurant.

Feb. 23, 2026 at 8:39pm

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Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes, two NFL stars for the Kansas City Chiefs, have been hit with a lawsuit alleging that their restaurant 1587 Prime infringes on the trademark of 1587 Sneakers, a shoe brand that celebrates the Asian American community. The sneaker company claims the similar names have caused confusion for "scores of consumers." 1587 Sneakers is seeking damages and for 1587 Prime to stop using the name and selling any merchandise with the 1587 logo.

Why it matters

This case highlights the challenges businesses can face when choosing a name that may overlap with an existing trademark, even if the products or services are in different categories. It also raises questions about how companies can protect their brand identity and intellectual property, especially when dealing with high-profile individuals and businesses.

The details

1587 Sneakers, which opened in April 2023, claims that Kelce and Mahomes filed a trademark for their restaurant 1587 Prime in late 2023, a few months after the sneaker company launched. The lawsuit alleges that the similar names have caused confusion for "scores of consumers." While the two trademarks are in separate categories, 1587 Sneakers says the steakhouse also sells clothing as merchandise, further contributing to the alleged trademark infringement. The sneaker brand reached out with a cease-and-desist letter but was unable to reach an agreement with 1587 Prime.

  • 1587 Sneakers opened in April 2023.
  • Kelce and Mahomes filed a trademark for 1587 Prime in late 2023.
  • 1587 Sneakers filed a trademark request in October 2024, which was still pending at the time of publication.
  • The lawsuit was filed on February 17, 2026.

The players

Travis Kelce

A 30-year-old tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs who co-owns the 1587 Prime steakhouse.

Patrick Mahomes

A 30-year-old quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs who co-owns the 1587 Prime steakhouse.

1587 Sneakers

A shoe brand that celebrates the Asian American community and is suing Kelce and Mahomes for trademark infringement.

Noble 33

The business partner of Kelce and Mahomes who is also named in the lawsuit.

Adam King

The co-founder of 1587 Sneakers who released a statement about the lawsuit.

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What they’re saying

“When Sam and I dreamed up 1587 in our basement, our goal was simple: celebrate AAPI culture and make amazing products. We rallied around the deeply human need to be unapologetically yourself — and never imagined how widely that idea would resonate. We are proud of, and grateful for, the hard work, creativity and persistence that have helped build 1587 into a national brand. It represents AAPI history, resilience and a community that has long been overlooked.”

— Adam King, Co-founder, 1587 Sneakers

“This past week, we took formal legal action against Noble 33 for using our name, causing signification harm to our business. While we are fans of Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes and respect their accomplishments on the field and in the community, it's important to acknowledge that — for years now — 1587 has stood on its own, shaped by intentional effort and cultural storytelling.”

— Adam King, Co-founder, 1587 Sneakers

“From the onset, we have communicated a sincere belief that there is room for mutual respect and understanding. That belief has not changed, and we continue to hope to resolve this matter amicably.”

— Adam King, Co-founder, 1587 Sneakers

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide whether to allow 1587 Prime to continue using the name or if they must stop using it and stop selling any merchandise with the 1587 logo.

The takeaway

This lawsuit highlights the importance of thoroughly researching potential business names and trademarks to avoid potential conflicts, especially when dealing with high-profile individuals and established brands. It also underscores the need for companies to be proactive in protecting their intellectual property, even if they believe their products or services are in different categories.