Hyderabad-based café chain Yummy Bee, known for its health-focused indulgences, has secured a total of ₹18 crore in funding, with ₹11 crore coming from its latest round. The investment was led by Mile Deep Capital, a prominent Hyderabad-based VC firm, along with Mohan Krishna (Executive Director, Continental Coffee), Ajitha Challa (Founder & MD, Karafa Coffee), and Praveen Jaipuriar (Group CEO, Continental Coffee & former Dabur marketing head).
A Menu Designed for Guilt-Free Indulgence
Launched in 2022 under VLOGS Food Private Limited, Yummy Bee has carved out a niche in the café space by offering a 100% guilt-free menu. The brand caters to health-conscious consumers with sugar-free, gluten-free, and preservative-free options that don’t compromise on taste. Some of its signature offerings include millet pizzas, protein-packed pastas, tacos, and a range of decadent-yet-healthy desserts like Double Chocolate Brownies, Blueberry Cheesecake, and Chocolate Truffle Pastry.
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Currently, Yummy Bee operates in Jubilee Hills, Kondapur, Kokapet, and Kukatpally in Hyderabad.
Aggressive Expansion Plans in Metro Cities
With fresh funding in hand, Yummy Bee is preparing for an ambitious expansion. The brand is set to launch new outlets in Mumbai and Bengaluru, marking its entry into key metro markets.
Beyond physical stores, Yummy Bee is stepping into the FMCG space with a growing lineup of packaged consumer goods. The company plans to introduce new retail products, including millet puffs and almond rocks, while also strengthening its presence in quick commerce platforms like Blinkit and Zepto, as well as modern trade outlets.
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Chasing ₹50 Crore ARR by 2026
The café chain has set its sights on achieving ₹50 crore in annual recurring revenue (ARR) by March 2026. To fuel this growth, Yummy Bee aims to expand to 20 outlets nationwide by the end of the year.
“This investment is a major step toward making guilt-free indulgence accessible to more people across India,” said Sandeep Jangala, Founder & CEO of Yummy Bee. “We are committed to proving that healthy food can be delicious, and we’re excited to bring our concept to more cities.”
With its unique positioning and strong investor backing, Yummy Bee is poised to disrupt India’s café culture, offering a rare combination of clean eating and indulgent flavors—without the guilt.
