Funding Round attributes
FineDine, an AI-powered guest experience and digital marketing platform, has completed a pre-Series A bridge investment round, securing $1 million in funding. The investment was led by Arya VC and is aimed at expanding FineDine’s sales department and enhancing its product capabilities to strengthen its position in the corporate market.
Founded to improve customer interaction and streamline operations for restaurants and hotels, FineDine has established itself as a key player in the hospitality and food service industry. The platform offers a wide array of services, including digital menus with QR codes, online ordering, fast payment processes, and reservation management. Over the past year, FineDine has expanded its offerings to include CRM functionalities and AI-powered digital marketing tools, further broadening its appeal to corporate and large-scale brands.
Sanem Tatlıdil Özal, General Partner at Arya VC, expressed confidence in FineDine’s potential to revolutionize customer experiences in the hospitality sector. “We are delighted to contribute to FineDine’s efforts to reshape the customer experience with their solutions tailored for restaurants and hotels. We are excited to be with them on their growth journey,” Özal said.
FineDine’s platform is now used by over 3,000 customers across 75 countries. The company has built successful partnerships with iconic brands, including JNcQUOI, Nusr-Et, Dream Group, Rixos, Merassi under Emaar Group, BTA-TAV Aviation businesses, the historic Aida café chain, and The Land of Legends. The platform’s advanced features, such as multi-branch management and analysis tools, make it particularly appealing to large restaurant chains and businesses in the accommodation sector.
The company’s CEO and Co-Founder, Duygu Kutluoğlu, highlighted the strategic goals enabled by this investment. “Our goal is to help restaurants and hotels grow while creating unforgettable experiences for guests. With this investment, we aim to accelerate our goal of developing corporate solutions tailored to the specific needs of large-scale businesses,” Kutluoğlu stated.
To support its growth strategy, FineDine has appointed Korhan Erçin as a strategic advisor. Erçin, a senior manager with experience at companies like Yemeksepeti, AloTech, and VeriPark, and a mentor within Endeavor Turkey, will provide guidance as the company scales its operations. His addition to the team is expected to contribute to FineDine’s accelerated growth and strategic development.
The $1 million investment will also enable FineDine to evaluate strategic opportunities and adapt its offerings to the evolving needs of the restaurant and hotel industry. By further enhancing its product capabilities, the company seeks to meet the growing demand for streamlined and AI-driven customer interaction solutions.
With its focus on innovation and strategic growth, FineDine is well-positioned to continue its expansion in the global hospitality market. The latest funding round underscores investor confidence in the company’s ability to deliver advanced solutions that enhance both operational efficiency and customer experience.
