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Hooked
AddedFeb 19, 2024
UpdatedJun 18, 2026
Hooked

Hooked

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Hooked: A mobile app connecting students with local food & drink deals, driving sales for partnered restaurants.

HQ
Santa Monica, CA, US
Founded
2013
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Hooked's core mission is to connect hungry students with local food and drink deals through a mobile app, influencing where millennials eat, drink, and socialize. The app partners with top restaurants and bars to market their businesses to nearby customers, driving sales during targeted times. Hooked focuses on the top 35 U.S. college markets, serving hundreds of thousands of college students and local residents.

Hooked has significantly impacted the food and drink industry by facilitating increased sales for partnered establishments and providing valuable deals to users. The app's widespread adoption across major college markets underscores its effectiveness in bridging the gap between students and local businesses.

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Hooked - Quick Facts

Who are Hooked's competitors?

Companies similar to Hooked include Hallspot, HotSauce., Drink Up Downtown and SimpleDeal.

When was Hooked founded?

Hooked was founded in 2013.

Where is Hooked's headquarters located?

Hooked's headquarters is located in Santa Monica, CA, US.

How much has Hooked raised to-date?

As of Dec 1, 2016, Hooked has raised a total of $448.6k (USD).

How many employees does Hooked have?

Hooked has 18 employees as of Feb 4, 2024.

Hooked - Classification

Ownership
  • Venture Capital
Geographic Exposure
  • United States
Model
  • Marketplace
  • Platform
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Consumers
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • Daily Deals
  • Mobile App
Tags
  • Mobile
  • SaaS
NAICS
  • 310000Manufacturing
  • 311000Food Manufacturing
SIC
  • 2000Food And Kindred Products