The Infatuation
Latest round
- Seed
Last raised
- Sep 2016
Total raised
- $3.5M
Investors
- 3
About The Infatuation
Founded in 2009 in New York, The Infatuation specializes in restaurant recommendations and dining experiences.The Infatuation specializes in providing comprehensive guides and recommendations for dining experiences across various cities. Their core offerings include curated lists of restaurants, detailed reviews, and regional culinary highlights, designed to assist users in discovering top dining locations that suit specific tastes and preferences. The platform serves a diverse clientele, including food enthusiasts, travelers, and locals seeking new dining experiences. By focusing on distinct culinary categories such as Italian cuisine, barbecue, outdoor dining, and LGBTQ+-friendly spots, The Infatuation aims to cater to a wide range of end-users.The Infatuation generates revenue through various channels, primarily centered around partnerships and advertising. The company engages with restaurants and food-related businesses through collaboration agreements, which can include promotional placements and featured listings on their platform. These partnerships facilitate direct transactions between businesses and consumers, enhancing visibility for dining establishments while offering users curated dining options. The structure may involve performance-based advertising fees, where restaurants pay for increased exposure based on traffic or engagement metrics.In September 2021, JPMorgan Chase agreed to acquire The Infatuation, Inc. from Empire Angels, Griffen Avenue Ventures, MAYWIC Select Investments, and WndrCo. This acquisition aims to accelerate the company's growth in the dining business. Future strategies may include expanding their product offerings and entering new markets, although specific details on these initiatives have yet to be disclosed.
Who invested in The Infatuation
3 investors across 2 rounds
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Who invested in The Infatuation?
The Infatuation has 3 investors on record across 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see every VC on the cap table and the rounds they joined.
How much funding has The Infatuation raised?
The Infatuation has raised 2 venture rounds. Sign up free to see how much each round raised and the total.
When did The Infatuation last raise money?
The Infatuation's most recent round on record is a Seed, in Sep 2016.
What does The Infatuation do?
Founded in 2009 in New York, The Infatuation specializes in restaurant recommendations and dining experiences.
Where is The Infatuation headquartered?
The Infatuation is headquartered in New York, US.
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