VRO Hospitality Raises $10 million in Bridge Round Led by Axis Bank, Others

VRO Hospitality, India's one of the fast-growing F&B fine dining chain, has announced the successful closure of a $10 million bridge round in funding in a mix of Equity & Debt. 

This round was led by Axis Bank, one of the largest private sector banks in India & Nikhil Kamath backed Gruhas, UC Inclusive, showcasing the confidence and support of leading investors in VRO Hospitality's innovative vision and robust growth strategy.

Besides the lead investors, the others who participated in the bridge round were NB Ventures, Kunal Shah (Cred), Actress Mouni Roy to mention a few. 

“We are thrilled to have the continued support and trust of our investors as we embark on this transformative journey. This funding round marks a pivotal moment for VRO Hospitality, empowering us to amplify our efforts in redefining the hospitality experience through innovation and unwavering commitment to excellence,” shared Dawn Thomas, Co-Founder and CEO, VRO Hospitality.

This latest infusion of capital will fortify VRO Hospitality's mission to expand the brand across India and set new benchmarks in the fine dining ecosystem with unparalleled guest experiences. 

The investment will significantly fuel the expansion of its operations, accelerate product development, and further strengthen its position as a key player in the industry.

“Post-Covid the hospitality sector has witnessed an exponential growth and rightfully so VRO Hospitality has expanded across key markets in India. This successful bridge will help VRO Hospitality accelerate growth, expand its reach, and further solidify its position as a reputable brand & disruptor in the dining industry,” added Abhijeet Pai, Gruhas.

VRO Hospitality owns some upscale lounges and restaurants across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Goa, Kochi, Kolkata, Hyderabad, and Ooty. Some of their brands include Badmaash, Mirage, Plan B, Taki Taki, Los Cavos, Cafe Noir, One Night in Bangkok, Tycoons, Hangover & Nevermind. VRO is on an expansion drive nationally and internationally with brands such as Badmaash, Cafe Noir and Taki Taki being the pioneers in pitching the VRO flag in uncharted territories.