Reality television star and entrepreneur Kandi Burruss is facing a lawsuit over unpaid rent for her Atlanta-based restaurant, Blaze Steak & Seafood. The landlord, Montego Pacific Inc., filed the suit in Fulton County State Court, claiming that Burruss and her restaurant owe $154,139.17 in back rent.
Additional Expenses and Interest
Beyond the overdue rent, the lawsuit alleges that Blaze Steak & Seafood owes an additional $56,495.75 for property repairs and associated overhead fees. The landlord asserts that Burruss has breached her lease agreement and is seeking these additional costs to cover necessary maintenance.
The legal filing also stipulates that Burruss must pay an extra $12,083.50 per month in interest until the outstanding rent is fully paid. Montego Pacific Inc. has given a 10-day window for payment before pursuing further legal action.
Background on Blaze Steak & Seafood
Burruss, known for her role on “The Real Housewives of Atlanta,” opened Blaze Steak & Seafood in 2020 with her husband, Todd Tucker. The restaurant is located on Cascade Road in southwest Atlanta and is part of the couple’s expanding culinary ventures, which also include the Southern eatery Old Lady Gang, established in 2017.
Current Operational Status
The current status of Blaze Steak & Seafood is uncertain. The restaurant’s social media pages have not been updated in months, and its website displays different operating hours from those listed on Yelp. Additionally, the reservation platform Resy no longer allows users to make bookings for the establishment.
Health Inspection Record
Despite the financial and operational challenges, Blaze Steak & Seafood received a health inspection score of 93 in late 2023, according to records from the Georgia Department of Public Health.
Pending Response
As of now, neither Burruss nor her legal representatives have publicly commented on the lawsuit. Montego Pacific Inc. has also declined to provide further statements. The situation remains developing, with the potential for significant financial and reputational implications for Burruss and her restaurant ventures.
This legal dispute adds to the challenges faced by Blaze Steak & Seafood, which previously underwent a temporary closure in 2021 due to a failed health inspection. The outcome of the current lawsuit may impact the future operations of the restaurant and Burruss’s broader business endeavors.