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Miso Robotics
Robotics · Pasadena, United States · Founded 2016
Develops and manufactures AI-driven robots that assist chefs to make food at restaurants MoreLess
Miso Robotics is a cutting-edge startup based in Pasadena, California, that specializes in developing advanced robotic solutions for the foodservice industry. The company is best known for its flagship product, Flippy, a robotic kitchen assistant designed to automate cooking tasks such as grilling, frying, and food preparation. Flippy 2, the latest iteration, offers enhanced speed and customization options, making it an even more attractive solution for modern kitchens.
Miso Robotics primarily serves quick-service restaurants (QSRs), fast-casual dining establishments, and large food chains that face challenges related to staffing shortages and operational efficiency. By automating repetitive and labor-intensive tasks, Miso Robotics helps these businesses reduce labor costs, improve consistency in food quality, and enhance overall productivity.
The company operates in the rapidly growing market of restaurant automation, which is gaining traction as the foodservice industry seeks innovative solutions to cope with labor shortages and rising operational costs. Miso Robotics' business model revolves around selling and leasing its robotic systems to restaurant operators. Additionally, the company generates revenue through ongoing maintenance services, software updates, and customization options tailored to the specific needs of its clients.
Miso Robotics has garnered significant attention and investment, highlighted by its successful Series D investment round, which attracted over 12,000 individual investors. The company's innovative technology has been featured in various media outlets, including CNBC's "The News with Shepard Smith" and the docuseries "The Next Thing You Eat" by chef David Chang and filmmaker Morgan Neville.
In summary, Miso Robotics is revolutionizing the foodservice industry with its advanced robotic solutions, addressing critical challenges faced by restaurants today. The company's focus on automation, efficiency, and quality positions it as a key player in the future of foodservice.
Keywords: robotics, automation, foodservice, Flippy, quick-service restaurants, labor shortages, operational efficiency, investment, innovation, technology.
Company overview
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- Status
- Operational
- Founded
- 2016
- Headquarters
- Pasadena, United States
- Employees
- 104
- Open positions
- 7
- Dealroom signal
- 77.7
- Investment activity
- 2 companies · latest Jun 2026
- Capital deployed
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- Preferred round
- ACQUISITION
Valuation & funding
Miso Robotics funding history
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| Deal type | Date | Amount | Valuation | Investors | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LATE VC✓Equity / VC | May 2023 | $0 | — | Ecolab | ↗ |
| OtherOther financing | Mar 2021 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | — |
| SERIES C✓Equity / VC | Jan 2021 | $17M | $68M | Pitbull Ventures · Seedinvest | ↗ |
| OtherOther financing | Jun 2020 | $0 | — | Undisclosed | — |
| SERIES B✓Equity / VC | Feb 2018 | $10M | $40M | Joseph Essas · Levy Family Partners · Cali Group · Acacia Research | ↗ |
| EARLY VC✓Equity / VC | Jul 2017 | Acacia Research | — |
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Latest recorded traffic for Miso Robotics is 87K monthly website visits, down 13% over the last three months. Miso Robotics's team grew 14.3% over the past year.
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