Top 5 Restaurants Startup Investors in Russian Federation in May 2025

Last updated: May 2025 A list of 5 angel investors and VC (Venture Capital) funds that invest in Restaurants startups based in Russian federation. We rank investors based on the number of investments they made in Restaurants companies from Russian federation. We update this investor list every month.

Top 5 Restaurants Startup Investors in Russian Federation in May 2025

Investor	Restaurants Russian Federation investments
VK (ex. Mail.Ru Group)	2
Alexandr Chernyak	2
AltaIR Capital	1
Moscow Seed Fund	1
Binomial Ventures	1

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Mail.ru Group was founded by Yuri Milner and is the largest Internet company in the Russian-speaking world. It is one of the largest Internet companies in Russia, and the world's seventh largest Internet business in terms of page views. Mail.ru Group operates two of the three largest Russian language social networking sites(Odnoklassniki.ru and Moi Mir@Mail.Ru), the two largest instant messaging networks in Russia (ICQ and Agent), Russia's leading email service, Russia's second largest Internet portal and Russia's largest online games company.Mail also holds strategic equity stakes of 32.49% in vKontakte, Russia's largest social networking site, and 25.09% in QIWI, formerly OE Investments, one of Russia's leading payment-processing companies. It also holds small minority stakes in Facebook, Zynga and Groupon.

Investment focus

Social Media, Mobile Apps, Education
Seed, Series A, Funding Round
Russian Federation, United States, Cyprus

Portfolio highlights

Uchi.ru — Uchi.ru offers online courses for school students.
O2O Holdings — Formed by a JV between Sberbank and Mail.ru Group, provides an O2O services platform focusing on key areas of food and transportation.
AliExpress Russia — AliExpress Russia is a leading cross-border and domestic e-commerce platform in Russia.

Alexandr Chernyak is a Board Member for Allset and a Co-founder of Carprice and Smartprice.

Investment focus

Restaurants, Apps, B2B
Seed, Series A, Series B
Russian Federation, United States

Portfolio highlights

Allset — Allset is a marketplace connecting restaurants and local diners. It provides restaurants with online ordering and contactless dining solutions to serve their customers commission-free.Customers use Allset to order ahead at nearby restaurants and coffee shops, to ensure everyday dining that is fast, easy, and healthy. Local diners supportrestaurants with commission-free orders for pickup, curbside, and dine-in.Allset is focused on connecting restaurants and diners in busy areas to drive network effect on a hyperlocal level.Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Allset was co-founded by Stas Matviyenko and Anna Polishchuk in 2015.
Foodfox — Foodfox makes it easy to get high-quality restaurant meals delivered to your doorstep in 45 minutes or less. Foodfox reinvents food ordering experience by selecting best restaurants and providing fast, transparent and reliable delivery. Foodfox started delivering in Moscow city center and expanded its delivery services coverage over time. Themanagement team includes people from a variety of backgrounds – top-tier management consultants, investment bankers and functional experts coming from the recognized international and local industry leaders. Try Foodfox today by ordering at www.foodfox.ru or with Foodfox app on iPhone or Android.We are always looking for talents - you can contact us via job@foodfox.ru.
CarPrice.ru — CarPrice is the largest online auctioneer for second-hand cars in Russia, providing buyers with free online valuations in mere seconds. More than 4,000 dealers from across the country can then determine the best price during an average 30-minute online bidding process to complete auctions.Within a year from being set up, CarPrice became a topthree Russian used car seller operating from more than 20 locations including Moscow, St. Petersburg and the regions. CarPrice achieved this position while an adverse economic environment translated into a 40% drop in new car sales in Russia. The Company intends to increase total monthly auctions from 4,000 currently to 10,000 until the end of 2015.The company's Round B was adjudged as "Deal of the Year" by Venture Awards Russia 2015 (investors included Baring Vostok Capital Partners & Almaz Capital).

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Investment focus

Software, SaaS, Artificial Intelligence
Seed, Series A, Pre-Seed
United States, Israel, Russian Federation

Portfolio highlights

YUNG Sidekick — Yung Sidekick: AI MBC and Data Management Tool for Mental Health Professionals What is Yung Sidekick?Yung Sidekick is a cutting-edge AI-powered Measurement-Based Care (MBC) and data management tool tailored for mental health professionals. It offers an array of features designed to streamline the therapeutic process, ensure compliance, andenhance client outcomes through insightful data analysis.Key Features:Automated Session Transcription and Note Generation:Progress Notes: Instantly generate EHR-compatible progress notes from your sessions, including potential DSM-5 diagnoses, risk assessments, medications, symptom descriptions, and more. Therapist Reports: Detailed reports based on session data, including keywords, summaries, client insights, and suggested interventions. Client Reports: Simplified summaries for clients, promoting self-awareness and proactive engagement in therapy. Comprehensive Meta-Reports:Client Story: A detailed compilation of significant facts and client histories across multiple sessions, aiding in a deeper understanding and continuity of care. Psychological Profile: AI-generated insights into the client's psychological characteristics and potential therapeutic pathways. Session Prep Highlights: Quick summaries of recent sessions to facilitate preparation and recall between appointments. Secure and Compliant Data Management:HIPAA Compliance: Ensures the highest standards of data protection and privacy. Anonymization: No storage of session recordings or personal client data, with immediate deletion of audio files post-analysis. Flexible Session Capture Options:Audio Uploads: Upload recorded audio from video conferencing or in-person sessions. Live Recording: Record sessions directly through the Yung Sidekick platform. Dictation: Post-session dictation of session summaries, allowing for control over the level of detail and disclosure. Benefits for Mental Health Professionals:Save Time: Reduce the time spent on administrative tasks by up to 90%, allowing more focus on client care. Gain Insight: Leverage AI-driven analytics to gain objective perspectives on client progress and therapeutic interventions. Enhance Client Engagement: Provide clients with detailed, easy-to-understand summaries and action plans to boost their involvement in the therapeutic process. Improve Workflow: Seamlessly integrate Yung Sidekick into your existing practice management systems for a smooth, efficient workflow. Client Testimonials:"Yung Sidekick has transformed the way I manage my practice. The time saved on note-taking and the detailed insights provided have significantly enhanced my ability to focus on my clients." - Tomi B., LPC, Wyoming, USA "It's like having an extra consultant in the room. The AI picks up on details I might miss and organizes everything so efficiently. It’s truly making me a better counselor." - Erin E., MS, LCMHCA, North Carolina, USA
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The Fund for the Promotion of Venture Investment in Small Enterprises in the Scientific and Technical Sphere of Moscow was established by the Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation Policy of Moscow.

Investment focus

Software, Advertising, Information Technology
Seed, Debt Financing, Funding Round
Russian Federation, United States, Israel

Portfolio highlights

Vestem — Vestem is a biotechnology company that develops new bioveterinary cell therapies for regenerative therapy and next-generation pharmaceuticals for the treatment of pets.
Picvario — DAM systems allow centralizing, systematizing, searching, and sharing all types of digital files (images, video, audio, etc.). Picvario platform is a reliable storage of the files. Flexible management. API Integration
Qummy — Qummy produces and freezes dishes for restaurants using its patented Smart Ice technology, which preserves the dish's nutritional and organoleptic features.

Binomial Ventures is a Moscow-based investment firm that focuses on fintech and cybersecurity companies. The VC firm invests in early and medium stage companies in Europe and North America.