Keith and Kevin Lee to Open Braised in Dallas
The restaurant, known for its comfort food, will host its grand opening in Dallas this Sunday.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Dining Out
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Social media influencer Keith Lee and former UFC fighter Kevin Lee will bring their restaurant, Braised, to Dallas on November 1, 2026. The brothers are relocating the business from Miami to North Texas.
Why it matters
The relocation of the business to North Texas follows Kevin Lee's move to the region. Keith Lee has expressed expectations that the restaurant will become a standout dining destination in the city.
The grand opening features a menu of six distinct main dishes, including oxtail, braised short ribs, and chicken pot pies. The first 30 customers on opening day are each limited to one complimentary meal.
The players
Keith Lee
He is a prominent social media food influencer and a former MMA fighter.
Kevin Lee
He is a former professional UFC fighter who recently moved to the North Texas region.
The details
The restaurant specializes in comfort food dishes previously served at the brand's original location in Miami. During the grand opening event, the brothers plan to personally serve the first group of customers.
Timeline
The grand opening of Braised is set for November 1, 2026.
The brothers will serve complimentary meals to the first 30 customers on November 1, 2026.
Culture Shift
This move follows a documented trend of high-profile influencers and athletes relocating businesses to the Dallas area to capitalize on regional growth. It highlights how digital-first brands are increasingly choosing local physical footprints to engage their established communities.
Residents in the area can attend the grand opening to try the brothers' signature comfort food items. Those hoping to secure one of the complimentary meals should plan to arrive early to be among the first 30 customers.
The takeaway
Visitors interested in the restaurant should note that the limited complimentary offer is strictly capped at one meal per person. Following the opening day, the establishment aims to establish a long-term presence in the competitive Dallas dining market.
Further reading
For more on the local food scene, see the Dallas Dining Out section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Dallas Morning News.
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