Daring Foods is a plant-based chicken company that produces alternative protein products using innovative plant-based technology. The company's flagship product is plant-based chicken that mimics conventional chicken in taste, texture, and cooking properties. Daring products are available in over 16,000 retail locations across the United States, including major retailers such as Walmart and Whole Foods.
Daring Foods has been acquired
This company is no longer available on our private secondary market.
Company data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Founded
2018
Employees
47
Total Funding
$115.3M
4 rounds
Total raised $115.3M across 4 rounds
Funding data and valuation marks are estimates and may be incomplete, stale, erroneous, or revised.
Last updated 06-25-2026
Latest Round
Type
Series C
Date
October 27, 2021
Amount
$65M
Valuation
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Lead Investors
| Date | Round | Amount Raised | Valuation | Lead Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 27, 2021 | Series C | $65M | — | D1 Capital Partners |
| May 4, 2021 | Series B | $40M | — | D1 Capital Partners |
| November 1, 2020 | Series A | $8M | — | Maveron |
Competitor list is illustrative and may be incomplete, stale, or erroneous.
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v2food
Australian plant-based meat manufacturer that acquired Daring Foods in 2025.
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