Kitchen Fund

Kitchen Fund is a principal investment firm based in New York, established in 2016. It specializes in providing capital to emerging restaurant brands that aim to transform the dining experience. The firm focuses on investing in seed, early-stage, and later-stage companies within the food, beverage, restaurant, lifestyle, and restaurant technology sectors. Kitchen Fund seeks out restaurant concepts that resonate with consumers beyond their menus, positioning itself as a key player in fostering innovation in the culinary landscape.

Greg Golkin

Partner

Akash Mirchandani

Partner

Kanak Nagee

Senior Associate

Past deals in Restaurants

JUICER

Seed Round in 2024
JUICER specializes in providing algorithmic dynamic pricing solutions for restaurants, leveraging machine learning algorithms to enhance pricing strategies within existing technology systems. By employing a data-driven approach, JUICER enables restaurants to optimize their pricing for menu items based on historical sales data, thereby improving revenue and profitability. The system forecasts demand accurately, allowing for automatic updates to point-of-sale and digital ordering systems. This dynamic pricing model helps restaurants maximize profits during peak times, increase customer volume during slower periods, and enhance the overall customer experience by offering deals to price-sensitive patrons and reducing wait times during busy hours.

Miscusi

Venture Round in 2023
Miscusi operates a chain of restaurants that specializes in providing a diverse range of pasta dishes, including flavors such as salmon cream, bolognese sauce, tomato, bacon and egg, and Genovese pesto. The company aims to enhance the dining experience by promoting a Mediterranean lifestyle and making people happy through its culinary offerings. Additionally, Miscusi is committed to social change and environmental sustainability, seeking to create a positive impact through its business practices. Customers can also shop for their products online, broadening access to their unique Italian cuisine.

Dig Inn

Series F in 2021
Dig Inn is a restaurant inspired by the seasons and the act of cooking. Classic recipes with lots of vegetables, expertly prepared, and sourced mindfully from farmers and producers we know and trust. Whether you’re looking for whole grains, naturally-raised meats, or fresh veggies, we’ve got a bowl with your name on it.

Sustainable Restaurant Group

Private Equity Round in 2018
Sustainable Restaurant Group is a collection of brands that are defining the future of hospitality through a deep commitment to environmental and social change. We make mindful business decisions that connect environmental impact, the prosperity of our team members and purveyors, as well as the enrichment of the communities we live in. We seek opportunities to create new concepts that inspire change by providing an innovative experience that meets the mind and enlivens the spirit.

Inday

Venture Round in 2018
INDAY operates a restaurant chain that focuses on healthy Indian fast food, emphasizing vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. The company offers a diverse menu that caters to various dietary preferences, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and caffeine-free options. All dishes and beverages are prepared from scratch daily in a homestyle kitchen, ensuring freshness and quality. By transcending traditional healthy eating, INDAY aims to provide an exotic and exciting dining experience that is both delicious and energizing.

Curry Up Now

Venture Round in 2017
Curry Up Now, the popular Bay Area family of restaurants, food trucks and Mortar & Pestle Bar.

The Hummus & Pita

Venture Round in 2017
The Hummus & Pita is a fast-casual restaurant that specializes in Mediterranean cuisine, drawing inspiration from various regions including Greece, Israel, Morocco, and the Middle East. The establishment offers a contemporary dining environment where guests can enjoy a diverse menu featuring homemade and health-focused dishes. Their offerings include starters, meals, desserts, cakes, sides, snacks, drinks, and a variety of hummus, all crafted from family recipes that have been passed down through generations.

Mr. Holmes Bakehouse

Venture Round in 2017
Mr. Holmes Bakehouse operates a chain of bakery stores located in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seoul, South Korea. The business specializes in a variety of crafted confectionery products, including donuts, pastries, cookies, and muffins. By focusing on freshly baked items, Mr. Holmes Bakehouse aims to provide customers with high-quality baked goods at affordable prices.

The Pie Hole

Venture Round in 2016
The Pie Hole is a chain of bakery restaurants that specializes in offering fresh seasonal sweet and savory pies, all baked from scratch daily. The business emphasizes an authentic American experience, featuring generations-old family recipes and quality ingredients in its pie offerings. In addition to its signature pies, The Pie Hole provides a comprehensive coffee program, creating a welcoming environment for customers seeking comfort food.
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