FES Cafe, a 100% eggless dessert-led cafe chain, has raised $1 million in a pre-Series A funding round led by 12 Flags, a global consumer fund. The round also saw participation from Wolfpack Labs, a venture studio and startup lab.
The funds raised will be used to expand across Delhi NCR, strengthen its delivery and operations through the central production kitchen, and help the brand attract top talent to lead its next phase of growth.
Previously, FES Cafe raised ₹3 crore in a seed funding round led by Aakash Anand and his venture studio, Wolfpack Labs.
Founded in 2024 by Vidur Mayor, FES Cafe is a 100% eggless dessert cafe chain. The brand offers freshly baked cookies, whipped puddings, alternative-ingredient cakes, innovative seasonal desserts, and scrumptious savoury options, all served in a vibrant third space designed for Gen Zs and Millennials to vibe, work, hang, and connect. Signature experiences like Coffee Raves, Dessert of the Month drops, and limited-edition menus keep the community engaged.
Vidur Mayor, Founder & CEO, FES Cafe, said, “FES Cafe started with a simple belief: desserts deserve to be celebrated. With 12 Flags’ and Wolfpack’s support, we’re ready to take that vision to more neighbourhoods, creating dessert-first cafes that double as community spaces. This next phase is about scaling with intention, expanding footprints while retaining the craft, culture, and consistency that make FES special.”
Rajat Agarwal, Partner and MD at 12 Flags, said, “We’re excited to partner with FES, a distinctive neighbourhood dessert cafe that brings together indulgent combinations like cookies and ice cream, a concept we believe will resonate deeply with people across all age groups eventually. With a sharp focus on consistency, quality, and execution, we’re confident this proposition will scale successfully across the country.”
Aakash Anand, Co-founder & Partner, Wolfpack Labs, said, “FES is building what India’s been waiting for: a true community cafe brand with the buzz of a Central Perk and the business rigour to back it up. From coffee raves to cult desserts, FES has all the right ingredients: a relatable brand, a loyal following, solid unit economics, and a founder with the hustle to scale nationwide.”
Prerna Gupta, Founder, Wolfpack Labs, said, “We’re backing FES because it understands what the next generation wants: a space that’s inclusive, indulgent, and social. This is a brand that can grow fast and still feel personal, a rare and powerful combination.”
FES Cafe has also onboarded Amit Nagpal, ex-CFO of Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, as Strategic and Financial Advisor to work closely with the management team on cafe expansion and strategic initiatives.
“FES has demonstrated strong early-stage store economics backed by a highly effective brand marketing strategy,” said Amit Nagpal.
