India, April 16 -- Quick service restaurant (QSR) chain Nothing Before Coffee (NBC) has raised $2.3 Mn (around INR 19.7 Cr) in its pre-Series A funding round led by Prath Ventures. The round also saw participation from SYL Investments.

The startup will deploy the fresh capital to set up 150+ retail outlets across India by March 2026, expand deeper into tier-II & III towns, and experiment with new store formats such as compact kiosks.

A chunk of the capital will also be utilised to strengthen its digital platform, invest in supply chain optimisation and talent acquisition.

"The capital will help us deepen our presence, invest in technology and talent, and unlock the next phase of growth as we work towards becoming India's most loved and...