Koriken, a Korean Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) in India, has raised ₹4 crore in a seed funding round from Rukam Capital, a venture capital firm backing early-stage consumer brands.
The funds raised will be used to expand its flagship and high street outlets across cities, drive product innovation, and enhance brand visibility. The capital will also strengthen operational efficiency, which includes scaling kitchen systems for speed, consistency, and delivery while blending authentic Korean flavours with the richness of Indian culinary traditions. The expansion will also be supported via talent development, as well as growing its core team.
Founded in 2024 by Hasan Patel, Koriken combines authentic Korean taste with a modern QSR approach, making it fast, consistent, and accessible to its consumers. It offers an authentic taste of Korea with its range of signature dishes, including Korean fried chicken, ramen, mandu, and more.
Hasan Patel, Founder and CEO, said, “At Koriken, we are on a mission to make Korean street food a mainstream dining choice in India. With India’s young population increasingly seeking new flavours and experiences, we see an incredible opportunity to build a category-defining brand. Our focus is on consistency, affordability, and innovation, while staying true to the essence of Korean food culture.”
Archana Jahagirdar, Founder & Managing Partner at Rukam Capital, said, “We see a tremendous opportunity to build a category-defining brand as India’s young consumers increasingly embrace new flavours and global cuisines. The current funding will help Koriken turn the Korean food wave into an everyday dining choice and make it a lasting part of India’s food culture. This intersection of India’s fast-growing QSR industry and the cultural momentum of Korea creates a unique high-growth opportunity, the perfect blend to propel ideas that create momentum for long-term success.”
