FineDine, a leading growth platform for the hospitality industry, has raised $425K in pre-Series A funding led by Arya VC, with an additional $250K to follow, bringing the total to $675K.
This funding will help FineDine focus on expanding its enterprise market presence by scaling its sales teams and enhancing its product capabilities. Over the past year, FineDine introduced new features, including reservations, CRM, and AI-powered online marketing tools. FineDine also added a top management layer on the platform for improving hotel guest experiences all over the hotel facilities and streamlining the multi-branch and brand management for hospitality groups and food courts.
“We’re thrilled to support FineDine as they continue innovating for restaurants and hospitality businesses. Their solutions are reshaping how technology integrates into customer experiences, and we’re excited about their global growth journey.”
Sanem Tatlıdil Özal, General Partner at Arya VC
Shaping the Future of Hospitality with FineDine
FineDine is a next-generation restaurant management platform offering end-to-end customer engagement solutions for hospitality companies. From QR code digital menus to online ordering, fast payments, and smooth reservations, the platform simplifies operations while creating value for its clients.
In 2024, FineDine expanded its features by adding CRM and automated social media campaign management tools. Building these advancements and enterprise-ready features like multi-brand management and centralized analytics, FineDine has become the go-to platform for chain restaurants and large-scale hospitality operators.
Today, they proudly serve over 3,000 clients in 75 countries, partnering with iconic brands such as JNcQUOI, Nusr-Et, Aida, airport F&B leader BTA, Merassi by Emaar Group, and The Land of Legends.
"We aim to help hospitality businesses grow while creating exceptional guest experiences. With this investment, we’re committed to developing solutions that meet the unique needs of larger enterprises."
Duygu Kutluoğlu, CEO and Co-Founder of FineDine.
With these strategic growth plans in mind, the company welcomed Korhan Erçin, a former executive at Yemeksepeti, AloTech, and VeriPark, and a startup mentor through Endeavor Türkiye—as a strategic advisor. Under his guidance, FineDine has scaled, laying a strong foundation for accelerated growth.
FineDine’s Commitment to Growth
FineDine plans to use this funding to expand its product capabilities, explore strategic opportunities, and ensure its solutions meet the evolving needs of the hospitality sector.
"This investment reinforces the importance of advancing technology that empowers hospitality businesses to thrive in a competitive market"
Adil Burak Kılıç, CTO and Co-Founder of FineDine.
FineDine is grateful to Igniters Tech Law for their invaluable support during this funding round. Their expertise was instrumental in the due diligence processes and securing this investment from a legal perspective.
About Arya Fund
Launched on İşbank’s Maxis Asset Management Platform, Arya Fund is managed by Arya VC and aims to make early-stage and Series A investments in gender-balanced startups in Turkey’s ecosystem. Arya Fund targets higher returns while creating the potential for a bigger impact.
About FineDine
FineDine offers tools designed to streamline operations and improve guest experiences. Its digital menu solutions, powered by AI, provide personalized recommendations and insights to help restaurants increase revenue and efficiency. With customizable features and global reach, FineDine supports hospitality businesses in delivering modern and seamless services.
