MUMBAI: Nothing Before Coffee (NBC), has raised $2.3 million in a Pre-Series A funding round, led by Prath Ventures. The round also saw participation from SYL Investments.
The funds will be used to expand the firm’s store footprint, invest in supply chain optimisation and experiment with new store formats.
Founded in 2017 in Jaipur by Ankesh Jain, Anand Jain, Akshay Kedia, and Shubham Bhandari, Nothing Before Coffee is focusing on smaller cities. “This funding milestone is a strong validation of our vision and operating model. At Nothing Before Coffee, we have built a brand that combines affordability, quality, and deep cultural resonance—especially in India’s Tier-II and Tier-III markets. The capital will help us deepen our presence, invest in technology and talent, and unlock the next phase of growth,” said co-founder Ankesh Jain.
Piyush Goenka, founder of Prath Ventures said “As a fund, we’ve long believed in the growing demand for coffee and vibrant café experiences across India — not just in metros, but well beyond Tier-1 cities. In all our research, NBC consistently stood out for the vibrance in their cafés, the affordability of their pricing, and the quality of their offerings.”