# Dinner Lab

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/dinner-lab

- Industry: Internet
- Headquarters: New Orleans, US
- Website: www.dinnerlab.com
- Total disclosed funding: $9.1M
- Latest round: Series A (Aug 6, 2015)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Founded in 2012 and headquartered in New Orleans, Dinner Lab, Inc. specializes in unique culinary experiences, transforming dining into engaging events by connecting chefs with food enthusiasts through curated pop-up dinners.Dinner Lab, Inc. is known for creating immersive dining experiences that bring together local chefs and adventurous food lovers. The company was founded in 2012 in New Orleans, US. However, it discontinued operations in April 2016. The company was led by individuals with a passion for food and culinary innovation, although specific founder details are not available. Dinner Lab raised a total of USD 7.00 mn, with its latest financing being a Series A round led by James River Group, Inc. on April 14, 2016.Dinner Lab, Inc. focused on providing unique culinary experiences through its pop-up dinner events, showcasing local chefs and diverse cuisines. The company's offerings aimed to connect food enthusiasts with innovative dining experiences, enhancing social interactions around food and culture. These events catered to individuals seeking memorable meals while promoting local culinary talent.Dinner Lab, Inc. generated revenue primarily through ticket sales for its pop-up dining events, establishing a direct relationship with food lovers. The business model involved a mix of one-time ticket purchases and potentially subscription models for exclusive access to future events. The pricing strategy was designed to reflect the exclusivity and quality of the dining experiences offered.In April 2016, Dinner Lab, Inc. discontinued its operations, which halted any potential future growth plans. The company had aimed to expand its unique dining experiences into new markets but did not publicly disclose specific future initiatives before ceasing operations.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Aug 6, 2015, $7M — James River Group, Inc., Innovation Catalyst
- Seed, Jun 3, 2014, $2.1M — Roser Ventures

## Investors

- Roser Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/roser-ventures) — Seed
- James River Group, Inc. — Series A
- Innovation Catalyst (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/innovation-catalyst) — Series A