Branded Hospitality

Branded Hospitality Ventures is a New York-based venture capital firm founded in 2017 that focuses on investing in the hospitality sector, particularly in technology-driven and innovative food and beverage concepts. The firm serves as a micro venture investment and solutions platform, leveraging its extensive network of hospitality venues and partnerships to connect emerging companies with capital and customers. Branded Hospitality Ventures targets investments in seed-stage to later-stage companies, emphasizing opportunities that enhance operational efficiencies, reduce costs, and create unique customer experiences. The firm aims to provide its capital partners with distinctive investment opportunities while minimizing risks associated with investing in the hospitality industry.

David “Rev” Ciancio

Hospitality Partner

Gregory Essner

CFO

Jimmy Frischling

Founder and Managing Partner

James Frischling

Founder / Managing Partner

Matthew Lerner

COO and Partner

Stephen Van Note

Partner

Michael Schatzber

Founder and Managing Partner

Michael Schatzberg

Co-Founder and Managing Partner

Mark Senkpiel

Portfolio Manager and Partner

Past deals in Restaurants

Tablz

Pre Seed Round in 2022
Developer of three-dimensional reservation platform intended for the food and beverage industry. The company's platform allows consumers to solve the issue of not being able to pick the table or section they want and clients to monetize the dining room based on its supply and demand, by accurately pricing the value of their coveted real estate, enabling restaurants with decreased costs, optimized workflows, and improved guest experiences.

Incentivio

Seed Round in 2022
Incentivio is a developer of an intelligent guest engagement platform designed to enhance the restaurant experience in the digital age. The platform aims to help restaurants acquire new customers, increase visit frequency and spending, and foster customer loyalty. By leveraging technology, Incentivio enables restaurants to build meaningful relationships with their guests, ultimately driving digital revenue. Additionally, the platform helps reduce operational costs and generates incremental revenue, positioning restaurants to thrive in a competitive market.

Bite

Seed Round in 2022
Bite Inc. specializes in developing digital ordering solutions tailored for the hospitality industry. Established in 2015 and headquartered in New York, the company offers innovative platforms such as bitekiosk, which provides kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a no-app mobile interface that facilitates contactless ordering via QR code. Their technology is particularly beneficial for quick service and fast casual restaurants, enhancing the ordering experience. Additionally, Bite's intelligent self-ordering kiosk software utilizes facial recognition to identify guests, learn their preferences, and recommend items, thereby fostering stronger customer relationships and personalizing the food service experience.

Ingest

Seed Round in 2022
Ingest AI Corp specializes in developing software solutions that utilize artificial intelligence to serve the restaurant and food and beverage retail sectors. Founded in 2018 and based in Albany, New York, the company offers a comprehensive data management and analytics platform that integrates various operational data sources, including point of sale, inventory, staffing, reservations, and vendor management. This platform automates essential functions such as time and attendance tracking, scheduling, and invoice management. By providing real-time reports and interactive dashboards, Ingest enables decision-makers to gain valuable insights into their operations, helping them identify strengths and areas for improvement. The software's user-friendly features facilitate faster and more informed decision-making, ultimately enhancing overall business efficiency in the competitive food and beverage industry.

Curbit

Seed Round in 2021
Curbit is a company that has developed a curbside delivery application aimed at enhancing the takeaway experience for consumers and small restaurants. Founded in 2020 and based in Calabasas, California, the application allows customers to order food in advance from their preferred restaurants, drive to the location, and wait in their vehicles for their orders to be delivered. This service provides a convenient and safe alternative for smaller restaurants to serve takeaway meals without relying on costly third-party delivery platforms. By streamlining the ordering and pickup process, Curbit supports local eateries in meeting customer demands effectively.

Curbit

Convertible Note in 2021
Curbit is a company that has developed a curbside delivery application aimed at enhancing the takeaway experience for consumers and small restaurants. Founded in 2020 and based in Calabasas, California, the application allows customers to order food in advance from their preferred restaurants, drive to the location, and wait in their vehicles for their orders to be delivered. This service provides a convenient and safe alternative for smaller restaurants to serve takeaway meals without relying on costly third-party delivery platforms. By streamlining the ordering and pickup process, Curbit supports local eateries in meeting customer demands effectively.

Galley Solutions

Seed Round in 2021
Galley Solutions, Inc. develops innovative food production software designed to assist restaurants, caterers, and corporate kitchens in managing their operations more efficiently. Its primary product, Galley, enables users to create and organize recipes, compile menus, and generate shopping lists. Additionally, the software supports kitchen managers in maintaining inventories, tracking ingredient costs, and optimizing menu items that share ingredients or preparation processes. By providing tools for real-time inventory management, purchasing, and food costing, Galley allows food businesses to analyze their operations and make informed decisions to enhance profitability. Founded in 2017 and based in San Diego, California, Galley Solutions, Inc. was previously known as Galley, LLC.

Mighty Quinn's Barbeque

Series A in 2021
Operator of barbeque restaurants intended to offer an authentic barbeque experience in a fast-casual setting. The company offers meat and sides that are made with quality ingredients and smoked over oak, apple, and cherry wood, enabling diners to have a better dining experience.

chowly

Venture Round in 2021
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.

Brizo Data

Seed Round in 2021
Brizo FoodMetrics is a leading data and analytics provider for the foodservice industry. Brizo helps the most competitive restauranteurs and restaurant vendors make better informed decisions and win their market.

MarginEdge

Series A in 2021
MarginEdge Co. develops food and beverage tracking and analytics software for restaurants. It offers MarginEdge, a software solution for invoice management, recipe and product pricing, and food costs optimization. The company’s software also automates processes, connects systems; and streamlines key activities, such as inventory, cost-tracking, ordering, and recipes. MarginEdge Co. was formerly known as Invioso Co. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.

MarginEdge

Convertible Note in 2021
MarginEdge Co. develops food and beverage tracking and analytics software for restaurants. It offers MarginEdge, a software solution for invoice management, recipe and product pricing, and food costs optimization. The company’s software also automates processes, connects systems; and streamlines key activities, such as inventory, cost-tracking, ordering, and recipes. MarginEdge Co. was formerly known as Invioso Co. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.

meez

Convertible Note in 2021
Meez is a developer of a professional recipe platform that focuses on enhancing culinary operations through technology. The platform provides a comprehensive recipe database that is collaborative and shareable, allowing users to ideate, organize, and execute their culinary visions. Key features include precise ingredient costing, automated scaling and conversions, customized training, and specialized allergen identification. This functionality enables cooks to streamline their recipe development process, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in both planning and execution. Meez aims to support culinary professionals by facilitating better recipe management and collaboration within the food industry.

Mighty Quinn's Barbeque

Seed Round in 2021
Operator of barbeque restaurants intended to offer an authentic barbeque experience in a fast-casual setting. The company offers meat and sides that are made with quality ingredients and smoked over oak, apple, and cherry wood, enabling diners to have a better dining experience.

MarginEdge

Series A in 2020
MarginEdge Co. develops food and beverage tracking and analytics software for restaurants. It offers MarginEdge, a software solution for invoice management, recipe and product pricing, and food costs optimization. The company’s software also automates processes, connects systems; and streamlines key activities, such as inventory, cost-tracking, ordering, and recipes. MarginEdge Co. was formerly known as Invioso Co. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in Falls Church, Virginia.

GoParrot

Series A in 2020
GoParrot is a platform that leverages point of sale integrations to provide an end-to-end solution for restaurant operators. It is the next generation of Artificial Intelligence. GoParrot’s data-driven insights empower businesses to streamline operations, increase customer engagement, and maximize revenue. GoParrot work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more. GoParrot was founded by Ariel David.

Yumpingo

Series A in 2020
Yumpingo Ltd is a company that operates a big data analytics application specifically designed for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company also has an office in New York. Yumpingo's platform captures customer feedback through a one-minute review process conducted at the end of a meal, providing real-time insights such as live Net Promoter Scores for every venue, shift, dish, and server. This enables restaurant operators to better understand customer sentiment and make informed decisions regarding menu development, operations, and guest engagement. Additionally, Yumpingo offers a dedicated tablet that runs its application, facilitating the collection of valuable data to enhance overall restaurant performance.

VROMO

Series A in 2020
VROMO is a developer of delivery management software designed to enhance the efficiency and profitability of restaurant brands. The platform enables restaurants to optimize their delivery operations, reducing labor and delivery times while improving customer engagement. By providing real-time tracking and predictable delivery times, VROMO helps restaurants offer a superior brand experience and increased customer satisfaction. Ultimately, the software aims to drive channel profitability for restaurant partners, facilitating a more effective and engaging service for consumers.

VROMO

Seed Round in 2019
VROMO is a developer of delivery management software designed to enhance the efficiency and profitability of restaurant brands. The platform enables restaurants to optimize their delivery operations, reducing labor and delivery times while improving customer engagement. By providing real-time tracking and predictable delivery times, VROMO helps restaurants offer a superior brand experience and increased customer satisfaction. Ultimately, the software aims to drive channel profitability for restaurant partners, facilitating a more effective and engaging service for consumers.

Yumpingo

Series A in 2019
Yumpingo Ltd is a company that operates a big data analytics application specifically designed for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2016 and headquartered in London, the company also has an office in New York. Yumpingo's platform captures customer feedback through a one-minute review process conducted at the end of a meal, providing real-time insights such as live Net Promoter Scores for every venue, shift, dish, and server. This enables restaurant operators to better understand customer sentiment and make informed decisions regarding menu development, operations, and guest engagement. Additionally, Yumpingo offers a dedicated tablet that runs its application, facilitating the collection of valuable data to enhance overall restaurant performance.

Bbot

Convertible Note in 2019
Bbot, Inc. is a technology company specializing in order and payment solutions tailored for the hospitality industry, including bars, restaurants, hotels, breweries, and food halls. Founded in 2017 and based in Albany, New York, Bbot's platform enables businesses to create digital menus and offer guest-controlled, contactless ordering and payment options. The service aims to streamline food and beverage operations, enhance guest experiences, and reduce staffing costs. Key features include fast and secure payments, integration with point-of-sale systems, and customizable implementation plans, all designed to help hospitality businesses increase revenue and operational efficiency.

GoParrot

Seed Round in 2019
GoParrot is a platform that leverages point of sale integrations to provide an end-to-end solution for restaurant operators. It is the next generation of Artificial Intelligence. GoParrot’s data-driven insights empower businesses to streamline operations, increase customer engagement, and maximize revenue. GoParrot work with Dos Toros, Westville, Doughnut Plant, Juice Press and more. GoParrot was founded by Ariel David.

Bbot

Convertible Note in 2019
Bbot, Inc. is a technology company specializing in order and payment solutions tailored for the hospitality industry, including bars, restaurants, hotels, breweries, and food halls. Founded in 2017 and based in Albany, New York, Bbot's platform enables businesses to create digital menus and offer guest-controlled, contactless ordering and payment options. The service aims to streamline food and beverage operations, enhance guest experiences, and reduce staffing costs. Key features include fast and secure payments, integration with point-of-sale systems, and customizable implementation plans, all designed to help hospitality businesses increase revenue and operational efficiency.

chowly

Series A in 2017
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.

chowly

Series A in 2017
Chowly Inc., founded in 2015 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, specializes in software solutions that integrate third-party online ordering platforms with restaurant point of sale (POS) systems. The company connects various online ordering services, including Grubhub, UberEats, DoorDash, and Caviar, to streamline restaurant operations. By providing these integrations, Chowly aims to enhance efficiency, reduce staffing costs, and minimize errors, ultimately increasing revenue for restaurants. The company is committed to delivering affordable technology-based solutions tailored for the restaurant industry.
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