Company Description
Zarate Kitchen brings the vibrant flavors of modern Filipino street food and island-inspired drinks to Atlanta through a unique mobile dining experience. Starting as a pop-up and ghost kitchen, Zarate is evolving into The Traveling Tiki, a fully mobile concept that serves authentic Filipino dishes alongside handcrafted tiki mocktails and cocktails. The business offers catering, bartending services, and participates in local events, festivals, and strategic partnerships across the city. By combining rich cultural heritage with innovative hospitality, Zarate Kitchen creates memorable, inclusive dining experiences that celebrate community, flavor, and tradition. Zarate Kitchen is poised for growth, expanding its footprint through additional mobile units and plans for a permanent location.
Key Deal Facts
Recognized for blending modern Filipino street food with island-inspired tiki mocktails and cocktails, creating a rare and culturally rich concept in Atlanta., Award-winning bar competitor and rising chef featured in local publications highlighting emerging culinary talent., Featured at top Atlanta events and venues, including breweries, night markets, and curated pop-up series., Built a dedicated following through authentic storytelling and hospitality rooted in Filipino culture., Selected for strategic residencies and partnerships across the city, building toward scalable growth., Entirely self-funded and founder-built, driven by deep industry experience and a clear, community-focused vision., Over $200,000 in revenue to date.
