The Bumbling Bee Shark Tank Update: Where Are They Now?

The Bumbling Bee on Shark Tank

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The Bumbling Bee is a vegan fast-food restaurant concept serving plant-based versions of familiar comfort foods. It is aimed at diners seeking quick, meat-free meals with the convenience of traditional fast food.

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The Bumbling Bee Shark Tank deal

Asked for: $150,000 for 10%
Asking valuation: $1.5M
Result: No deal
Founders: Cassandra and India Ayala
From: -
Aired: Apr 23, 2021

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The pitch

Cassandra and India Ayala pitched The Bumbling Bee in Shark Tank Season 12, Episode 22 (aired Apr 23, 2021). They asked for $150,000 in exchange for 10% equity, valuing the business at $1.5M. They left the Tank without a deal.

What happened to The Bumbling Bee after Shark Tank?

Out of business

The Bumbling Bee appears to be out of business (The Bumbling Bee dissolved after its campus food truck deal with Aramark fell through, and in May 2024 the truck was rebranded as Solana Street Food.).

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Frequently asked questions

Did The Bumbling Bee get a deal on Shark Tank?

No. The Bumbling Bee did not get a deal on Shark Tank after asking for $150,000 for 10%.

Is The Bumbling Bee still in business?

The Bumbling Bee appears to be out of business (The Bumbling Bee dissolved after its campus food truck deal with Aramark fell through, and in May 2024 the truck was rebranded as Solana Street Food.).

What season and episode was The Bumbling Bee on Shark Tank?

The Bumbling Bee appeared in Season 12, Episode 22, which first aired on April 23, 2021.

Where can I buy The Bumbling Bee?

Search for The Bumbling Bee on Amazon or major retailers; availability varies.

What was The Bumbling Bee's valuation on Shark Tank?

The founders valued The Bumbling Bee at $1,500,000 when they entered the Tank.