Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Remote Kitchen
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Remote Kitchen is a single unified platform to empower restaurants to run, manage and grow their business effectively.
byLocals
Seed Round in 2020
ByLocals is a virtual restaurant platform powered by local chefs that designs all its dishes with delivery in mind. The company prepares meals with input from local chefs, emphasizing quality ingredients and affordable pricing, and manages temperature control, portioning, order assembly, and packaging to ensure fresh, consistent dishes are delivered to customers. The model centers on chef-driven menus and efficient logistics to offer healthy options through convenient delivery.
Ingest
Convertible Note in 2020
Ingest is a data management and analytics platform designed for restaurants and food & beverage retailers. It integrates with various business tools to connect disparate data sources, providing real-time insights through interactive dashboards, PDF reports, and CSV exports. This enables better decision-making by uncovering hard-to-reach metrics.
Global Belly
Convertible Note in 2020
Global Belly is an innovative online subscription service that offers meal kits featuring a variety of ingredients tailored to specific cuisines, such as Thai and Indian. Each kit includes fresh vegetables, spices, and proteins, accompanied by recipe cards and detailed cooking instructions. Founded in 2014 and based in Newburgh, New York, the company originally operated under the name Saffron Fix Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. In addition to its meal kits, Global Belly serves as a platform for food influencers, allowing them to create shoppable experiences by integrating their culinary content with products. This unique approach enables creators to monetize their brands while providing consumers with convenient access to curated food items inspired by their favorite influencers.
YourLocal
Convertible Note in 2020
YourLocal operates a mobile marketplace that connects food vendors—restaurants, cafés, specialty shops, and supermarkets—with local customers to sell surplus inventory at discounted prices. The app notifies users in real time about available items, allowing them to purchase and pick up meals directly from the shop. By facilitating the sale of unsold food, the platform helps vendors reduce waste, lowers consumer costs, and contributes to a smaller carbon footprint.
Voix Ai
Seed Round in 2019
Voix Inc. is a technology company that specializes in developing an artificial intelligence voice assistant software specifically for the restaurant industry. Founded in 2018 and based in Foster City, California, Voix enables restaurants to receive orders through various voice interfaces, including Google Home, Alexa, and traditional phone calls. The company's cloud AI platform engages with customers, taking orders and making reservations while providing personalized suggestions based on machine learning to enhance sales. Voix's technology aims to streamline restaurant operations by offering customization tools such as time-based activation and welcome messages. With a founding team boasting over 50 years of combined experience in the restaurant and technology sectors, Voix has successfully deployed its solutions in hundreds of restaurants and is expanding its reach to multiple national franchises.
Misk is a company that operates a mobile platform focused on enhancing the dining experience through social connections. The platform allows users to discover restaurant recommendations from their friends, facilitating informed decisions about where to dine or have a drink. Additionally, Misk provides tools for brands to reach specific audiences, increase brand awareness, and boost revenues by connecting with food enthusiasts.
Global Belly
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Global Belly is an innovative online subscription service that offers meal kits featuring a variety of ingredients tailored to specific cuisines, such as Thai and Indian. Each kit includes fresh vegetables, spices, and proteins, accompanied by recipe cards and detailed cooking instructions. Founded in 2014 and based in Newburgh, New York, the company originally operated under the name Saffron Fix Inc. before rebranding in May 2018. In addition to its meal kits, Global Belly serves as a platform for food influencers, allowing them to create shoppable experiences by integrating their culinary content with products. This unique approach enables creators to monetize their brands while providing consumers with convenient access to curated food items inspired by their favorite influencers.
Ingest
Pre Seed Round in 2018
Ingest is a data management and analytics platform designed for restaurants and food & beverage retailers. It integrates with various business tools to connect disparate data sources, providing real-time insights through interactive dashboards, PDF reports, and CSV exports. This enables better decision-making by uncovering hard-to-reach metrics.
FoodCloud
Seed Round in 2017
FoodCloud is an online marketplace based in Delhi, India, that connects consumers with pre-selected home chefs, bakers, and caterers in the Delhi-NCR region. The platform allows users to discover and order home-cooked meals from a diverse range of cuisines and menus, offering over 5,000 menu items across 30 different cuisines. FoodCloud provides an end-to-end solution for those seeking wholesome, homemade food, facilitating the entire process from order placement to delivery. The service has seen rapid adoption among consumers, making it a popular choice for individuals looking for convenient and delicious dining options.
FoodCloud
Seed Round in 2017
FoodCloud is an online marketplace based in Delhi, India, that connects consumers with pre-selected home chefs, bakers, and caterers in the Delhi-NCR region. The platform allows users to discover and order home-cooked meals from a diverse range of cuisines and menus, offering over 5,000 menu items across 30 different cuisines. FoodCloud provides an end-to-end solution for those seeking wholesome, homemade food, facilitating the entire process from order placement to delivery. The service has seen rapid adoption among consumers, making it a popular choice for individuals looking for convenient and delicious dining options.
FoodieTrip
Seed Round in 2017
FoodieTrip, Inc. is an online platform that connects travelers with local food guides to offer authentic culinary experiences worldwide. Founded in 2015 and based in Sacramento, California, the company operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to discover and book passionate food experts in over 115 international cities. FoodieTrip provides a diverse range of gastronomic activities, from speakeasy excursions in New York City to dumpling tastings in Xi'an, enabling travelers to experience local cuisines and culture in a unique way. Through its platform, FoodieTrip aims to help food enthusiasts eat like locals, enriching their travel experiences with personalized and immersive culinary adventures.
FoodieTrip
Convertible Note in 2017
FoodieTrip, Inc. is an online platform that connects travelers with local food guides to offer authentic culinary experiences worldwide. Founded in 2015 and based in Sacramento, California, the company operates a peer-to-peer marketplace that allows users to discover and book passionate food experts in over 115 international cities. FoodieTrip provides a diverse range of gastronomic activities, from speakeasy excursions in New York City to dumpling tastings in Xi'an, enabling travelers to experience local cuisines and culture in a unique way. Through its platform, FoodieTrip aims to help food enthusiasts eat like locals, enriching their travel experiences with personalized and immersive culinary adventures.
Forkyoo
Convertible Note in 2016
Forkyoo Inc. is an online marketplace based in Miller Place, New York, that specializes in offering pre-prepped and ready-to-cook meal kits sourced from local restaurants. Established in 2013, Forkyoo operates as a business-to-consumer platform where users can buy and sell recipe kits in a fixed-price format. The company facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers but does not directly participate in these transactions, which limits its control over the quality, safety, and legality of the items listed. By providing access to chef-prepped ingredients, Forkyoo enables customers to enjoy healthy and fresh meals at reasonable prices, although it does not pre-screen users or the content they provide.
Bite
Pre Seed Round in 2016
Founded in 2015, Bite Inc. specializes in digital ordering solutions for the hospitality industry. Its primary offerings include bitekiosk, a kiosk ordering software for guests, and biteFLASH, a QR code-based mobile interface for contactless ordering.
Forkyoo
Pre Seed Round in 2015
Forkyoo Inc. is an online marketplace based in Miller Place, New York, that specializes in offering pre-prepped and ready-to-cook meal kits sourced from local restaurants. Established in 2013, Forkyoo operates as a business-to-consumer platform where users can buy and sell recipe kits in a fixed-price format. The company facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers but does not directly participate in these transactions, which limits its control over the quality, safety, and legality of the items listed. By providing access to chef-prepped ingredients, Forkyoo enables customers to enjoy healthy and fresh meals at reasonable prices, although it does not pre-screen users or the content they provide.
Servy is a company that offers a next-generation mystery shopping platform designed to enhance the restaurant industry through private evaluations. It enables a community of frequent diners to participate in confidential assessments of restaurants in exchange for rewards and charitable contributions. By leveraging the insights gathered from these evaluations, Servy assists numerous leading restaurants in measuring their performance, improving guest satisfaction, and driving sales growth. Through its innovative approach, Servy aims to empower both food enthusiasts and hospitality professionals to contribute positively to the dining experience.
Tasting Collective
Seed Round in 2015
Tasting Collective, Inc. is an online platform that connects food enthusiasts with exclusive dining experiences at top independent restaurants. Established in 2015 and based in New York, the company offers members access to privately curated events led by acclaimed chefs, fostering meaningful interactions around communal dining tables. This platform not only allows diners to enjoy unique culinary creations but also provides chefs with the opportunity to experiment with their dishes and gather feedback from participants. Additionally, Tasting Collective partners with various merchants and vendors to offer members special privileges and discounts, enhancing the overall dining experience. Through its innovative approach, Tasting Collective aims to enrich the connection between diners and restaurants, creating memorable culinary adventures.
Fooze, Inc. is a New York-based company that specializes in a mobile application designed for the delivery of late-night meals. Launched in 2015, Fooze offers a convenient service for customers seeking quality late-night dining options. The application features a nightly rotating selection of three meals from signature local restaurants, focusing on delivering piping hot food in as little as 20 minutes. By providing an accessible platform for ordering, Fooze aims to offer better alternatives to typical processed late-night food options, enhancing the late-night dining experience for consumers. The company also supports local establishments through advertising and marketing services, creating a mutually beneficial ecosystem.
Agrilicious.com
Seed Round in 2014
Agrilicious.com is an online platform that serves as a marketplace connecting consumers with local food producers, including farmers, restaurants, and grocery delivery services. Established in 2013 and based in Bothell, Washington, Agrilicious facilitates the buying and selling of organic and handmade goods, promoting a closer connection between families and farmers. The platform encourages collaboration and communication among various stakeholders in the food industry, including educators and advocates, to share ideas and support local agriculture. By increasing visibility for farmers and providing consumers with access to fresh, all-natural foods, Agrilicious contributes to the growing movement for sustainable and local food sourcing.
Foodie For All
Seed Round in 2014
Founded in 2014, Foodie For All specializes in corporate food delivery services. It connects businesses with diverse restaurants in New York City, offering concierge assistance, access to trendy eateries, and reliable delivery for weekday lunches and dinners.
Training Meals
Seed Round in 2014
Training Meals is a company dedicated to promoting health and wellness through nutritious meal delivery services. They provide a diverse selection of sous-vide frozen meals designed to support fitness enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals. Each meal is crafted with the ideal balance of proteins and fats, catering to various dietary needs for pre-workout, post-workout, and everyday consumption. By sourcing the purest ingredients, Training Meals emphasizes the importance of quality nutrition as a fundamental component of overall well-being, believing that optimal food choices enhance physical performance and health.
Greenease
Seed Round in 2014
Greenease LLC is a mobile application developer based in Washington, D.C., established in 2013. The application connects consumers with restaurants, cafes, and grocers that prioritize sourcing from local and sustainable farms. Currently available on iOS in Washington, D.C., and New York City, Greenease provides users with access to various food offerings, including free-range, vegetarian, organic, drug-free, and sustainably harvested seafood. Listings on the app are free for businesses, which are encouraged to share their farm sourcing information, allowing consumers to make informed decisions about where their food comes from while dining out.
Servy is a company that offers a next-generation mystery shopping platform designed to enhance the restaurant industry through private evaluations. It enables a community of frequent diners to participate in confidential assessments of restaurants in exchange for rewards and charitable contributions. By leveraging the insights gathered from these evaluations, Servy assists numerous leading restaurants in measuring their performance, improving guest satisfaction, and driving sales growth. Through its innovative approach, Servy aims to empower both food enthusiasts and hospitality professionals to contribute positively to the dining experience.
MunchQuick
Seed Round in 2014
MunchQuick Inc. is an on-demand lunch delivery and catering service that was founded in 2014. Originally launched by Leith Jaber, the company is now headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, although it began in Alexandria, Virginia. MunchQuick operates through an online platform and mobile app, providing users with access to health-conscious meal options delivered directly to their homes. The service is designed to ensure timely food delivery, catering to the needs of individuals seeking convenient meal solutions.