Edible artefact museums, community-focused meditation studios and professional women-only clubs are just a few of the intriguing concepts in the top November 2016 start-up ideas.
One of the most noticeable themes in these start-up ideas is the that consumers have a desire for on-demand custom goods. Brands like Etched Designs, MFMK and STYR are helping to meet these needs by offering custom bottle labels, stylist services and personalized nutrition plans based on data collected from one's wearables, respectively.
Some of the exciting new ventures that are being taken on by established companies with the mentality of a start-up include Papa John's Pizza completely reformatting its menu with a focus on clean eating and the implementation of smart AI-powered queue guides to help sports fans better time their trips to the concession stand at the stadium.
50 Start-Up Concepts in November
From Restorative Hangover Bars to On-Demand Stylist Services:
Laura McQuarrie — Nov 27, 2016 — Business
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Connected Technology Investors
HIGHLINE is a Flexible VC Firm That Invests in Goal-Driven Startups
49
Artisanal Craft Marketplaces
'BRIKA' Sells Modern Crafts Made by Various Artisans
48
Shipping Container E-Bike Shops
'Quikbyke' is an Electronic Bike Rental Shop Run Out of a Box
47
Streamlined News Networks
DIVE Simplifies Relevant Information for Companies So They Don't Have to
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Millennial Money Apps
‘KOHO’ is a Money Management Startup That Targets Millennials
45
Punch Clock Currency Cafes
Brooklyn's Glass Hour Charges Patrons by the Minute instead of Drinks
44
Urban Electric Cars
The Uniti Electric Car is Targeted Towards Short-Range Trips
43
Restorative Hangover Bars
The 'Matt Hangover Bar' Supplies Beds, Inhalable Oxygen and More
42
Flexible Protective Sportswear
BLINDSAVE Easily Adjusts to Its Wearer's Body for Optimum Comfort
41
Hotel Cafe Extensions
This Cafe Was Designed to Reach Out to Locals in the Area
40
Rapper-Curated Content
A$AP Rocky is on Board as a New MTV Partner to Offer His Creative Expertise
39
Ayurvedic Snack Boxes
Wanderfuel Offers Healthy Meal Boxes for Travelers
38
Flexible Furniture Rentals
Furlenco Lets Users Rent Their Furniture Rather Than Owning It
37
Cryptocurrency-Mining Apps
The BitMaker App Lets You Earn Bitcoins With Minimal Effort
36
Kite-Based Power Sources
Kite Power Solutions Offers an Innovative and Cost-Effective Alternative
35
Multi-Purpose Women's Clubs
'The Wing' is a "Home Base for Women on Their Way" in NYC
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T-Shirt Sales Platforms
Bonfire Lets Consumers Design and Sell T-Shirts
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Customized Nutrition Apps
STYR Uses Wearables to Collect Data for Nutritional Recommendations
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Fruit-Based Dessert Bars
NANABAR Serves Only Vegan "Banana Nice Cream" Desserts
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Shift Work Apps
The Gig App Helps Millennials Secure Part-Time Shift Work Easily
30
All-Day Dinner Parties
Food Start-Up La Belle Assiette Launched a 16-Hour Culinary Event
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Serene Meditation Studios
'Moment Meditation' is Aiming to Make Meditation Accessible
28
Locally Sourced Meal Kits
'Fuud' Makes and Delivers Ready-to-Cook Farm-to-Table Meals
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Ceramic-Reinforced Duffels
Amabilis' 'Dave Jr. Duffel 2.0' is Coated in Ceramic Armor Plates
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Personalized Bottle Labels
Etched Drinks Simplifies the Creation of On-Demand Custom Bottle Labels
25
Startup-Soliciting Websites
This Target Website Encourages Collaboration With Startups
24
Smart Watch Straps
Maintool's 'Classi' Band Turns Regular Watches into Smart Technology
23
Retro Rapper Sneaker Stores
Fat Joe is Gearing Up to Open His Own Business in New York City
22
On-Demand Stylist Services
MFMK Matches Users With Stylists to Answer Their Style Questions
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Expansive Pillared Offices
The Squarespace Office Features Large Contemporary Work and Play Areas
20
Gun Violence-Mapping Apps
The Shot Spot App Summarizes Incidents Of Gun Violence Across the USA
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High-Range Delivery Drones
The Pegasus Drone Offers Substantial Carrying Capacities
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Health-Conscious Pizzeria Rebrands
Papa John's Pizza is Taking Steps to Offer a More Clean Menu
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Streamlined Antique Furniture E-Retailers
Selency is an Online Repository for Used Furniture
16
Startup Journalist Database Services
'Presshour' Provides Curated Profiles of Online Journalists
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Customized Dog Food Deliveries
The Ollie Service Lets Your Dog Enjoy Nutritiously Tailored Food
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Localized Grocery Deliveries
Bikeables Delivers Locally Produced Food Products and Craft Beer
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Hidden Loyalty Program Apps
Chick-fil-A's A-List Program is an Invitation Only App
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Localized Coupon Apps
The Cheddah App Lets You Save Money At Local Businesses
11
Tech Company Debit Cards
Uber's UberCard Encourages Mexicans to Use the Rideshare Service
10
Dehydrated Spaghetti Dinners
This Gourmet Spaghetti Dinner Requires Nothing but Water to Prepare
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Influencer Pairing Algorithms
'Hiip' Uses Data and Algorithms to Match Brands and Influencers
8
Efficient Refund Systems
Returnly Sends Instant Refunds and Increases the Chances of Repurchasing
7
Short Story-Telling Startups
The 60db Service Generates a Playlist Of Stories For Your Day
6
Chocolate Artefact Museums
The Edible Museum Showcases Highly Realistic Chocolate Treats
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Advanced Television Metrics
TVision Insights Will Collect Data Based on Viewers' Eyes and Emotions
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Assistive Grieving Services
This Company Helps People Dealing With Death to Carry Out Formalities
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Cloud-Based Research Apps
'Benchling' is a Document Aggregator Specifically for the Life Sciences
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Queue-Avoiding Stadium Systems
WaitTime Uses AI to Help Stadium-Goers Get Concessions Smartly
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Flexible Rideshare Services
The HolyCab Startup Helps Nigerians Earn Money For Offering Rides
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Gifting-Ready Cafe Merch Lines
Starbucks Holiday Merchandise for 2025 Has New and Returning Faves
Playful Student-Targeted Interactive Pop-Ups
Uber One Hits Campuses with ‘The One Arcade'
Bodycare-Inspired Drinks
Lush Middle East and Home Bakery Reimagined Favorite Products as Drinks
Kawaii Cafe Merch Collections
The Starbucks x Hello Kitty Collection is Arriving in November
Festive Film-Inspired Coffee Menus
Scooter’s Coffee Elf Menu Will Arrive November 1
Pop-Up Recovery Shops
Nike’s Soup Shop in China Redefines Comfort Post-Run Experiences
Curated Woman-Forward Snacks
Here Here Market Boasts the Female Founders Gourmet Snack Basket
Summer Fragrance-Inspired Pop-Ups
Maison Margiela Launched a Pop-Up Café in Amsterdam
Nutrition-Forward Treat Shop Pop-Ups
Bloom Nutrition Hosted the Very Successful Treat Shoppe
Curated Store Concepts
A New Target Soho Store Opens in New York with Design-First Looks
Minimalist Pizza Chain Rebrandings
The Latest Domino's Brand Refresh is Expansive
Authentic Connection Campaigns
Heineken's Hijack Socialization Encourages Out-of-Home Gatherings
Vintage Streetwear Pop-ups
Kronenbourg 1664 Launched a Three-Day Immersive Fashion Experience
Spring Cocktail Menus
Applebee's Launched a Drink Menu With Celebrity Spirit Collaborations
Summery Adventure-Inspired Drinkware
Starbucks Launched its 'Road Trip Collection'
Beaded Beverage Carriers
Six Specialty Drinks are Coming to McDonald's This Spring
Faux Food Pop-Ups
MoMA Design Store Unveils an Immersive 'MoMA Mart' Pop-Up for NYC
Mobile Cafe Pop-Ups
Coach Introduced a Vibrant Coffee Truck in Gotemba, Japan
Menopause Wellness Pop-Up Concepts
Stripes Beauty Ran the Meno Café in the Beginning of October
Fashion-Branded Café Experiences
Vogue Blends Retail with Immersive Hospitality Spaces
Multisensory Gourmand Pop-Ups
Lush's Café Gourmand Pop-Up Immerses Visitors in Cozy Scents
Farming-Inspired Cocktail Menus
Agri/Culture by Little Red Door Explores Agricultural Methods
Fashion-Inspired Coffee Events
Starbucks Partnered with NYFW2026 and Hosted a Coffeehouse Rave
One-Night-Only Dining Events
The Saratoga Supper Club Turned a Convenience Store into a Speakeasy
Entertainment-Driven Distilleries
Ole Smoky and Yee-Haw create immersive brewery venues
Recovery Soup Stalls
Nike Opened a Pop-Up Soup Shop in China to Nourish Runners
Cross-Industry Insight Networks
The Think Party Explores the Future of Socialization
Experiential Student Activations
Just Eat's Hey U Up Campaign Coincides with Freshers’ Week
Modular Beverage Systems
Bevi's Journey Juice and Joss Shots are Available as a Combo
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THC-Infused RTD Launch Events
TeaPot Hosted a New Beverages Launch Event in Toronto on 4/20
Business Idea Generators
Crazy Business Idea Generator Lets Users Vote and Share Ideas Socially
Prescriptive Haircare Pop-Ups
The REHAB. Prescription Bar is Taking Over The Beauty Spot
Experiential Brand Stores
New Era Creates Interactive Retail Space With Custom Cap Design
Non-Alcoholic Beer Expansions
Eastern Market Brewing Co. Will Focus on the Non-Alcoholic Segment
Girl Dinner Experiences
Waverly Kitchen + Bar Curates Shareable Comfort Food Plates
Beauty-Centric Cafe Collabs
Velvet Vault x Brandor Coffee Teamed Up for a Two-Day Event
Expansive Seasonal Cafe Menus
The Caribou Coffee Holiday Menu Will Arrive November 1
Coffee Retail Fashion
thisisneverthat x Starbucks neverthatcoffee Capsule Spans Apparel and Goods
Personalized Fast-Casual Branding
FUSIAN Rebrands Around Customization and Bold Visual Identity
Comprehensive Fast Food Reports
Yum! Brands, Inc. Explores Food Trends Influencing the Industry
CPG-Focused Innovation Launchpads
Albertsons Companies is Running Its Innovation Launchpad
Celebrity-Supported Chef-Crafted Restaurant Concepts
goop kitchen is Expanding to New York City
In-Restaurant Café Concepts
The Live Más Café Serves Craveable Specialty Drinks
Anniversary-Celebrating Brand Evolutions
Smoothie King Debuts 'The Best Kind of Delicious'
AI-Driven Sports Startups
IBM Launches Its Sports Tech Startup Challenge
Fast Casual Cocktail Menus
Vicious Biscuit's Refreshed Cocktail Menu Has Just Arrived
Functional Mushroom Beverage Expansions
Melting Forest is Seeing an Increase in Popularity
Fragrance-Inspired Cafes
Onitsuka Tiger's Pop-Up Shares Drinks Inspired by Its First Fragrances
Curated Discovery Stores
The Shelf Spotlights Emerging Food, Drink and Wellness Brands
Experiential Grocery Campaigns
No Name launches a multi-city grocery goss campaign
World Cup Hospitality Experiences
Stella Artois Turns Bars into Immersive FIFA Viewing Locations
Edgy Holiday Beverage Campaigns
Dutch Bros Coffee Debuts Its New Beverages for the Holiday Period
Moderate Drinking Campaigns
Athletic Brewing Company's Athletic January Celebrates Mindfulness
Spring-Themed Pastel Drinkware
Starbucks Launches Vibrant Drinkware for Spring
Hospitality Home Decor
Marriott Design Shop Launched Hotel-Inspired Furniture
Crafted Fast Food Beverages
McDonald’s Expands into Refreshers, Dirty Sodas and Energy Drinks
Colleague-Connecting Pubs
The Office by Heineken Celebrates the Best Part of Work Culture
Boutique Jewelry Concepts
Rocksbox is Expanding Its Presence in Metropolitan Areas
Uplifting Wellness Pop-Ups
The giffgaff Booost Bar Helps to Lift Moods and Energy
Festive Bakery Merch Shops
The Paris Baguette Shop is Launching December 1
Idea Repository Books
Business Ideas Database Curates Proven Business Opportunities At Scale
Seasonal Cocktail Solution Platforms
Lucas Bols Launches Its Stock Your Home Bar Incentive
Regional Discovery Dining
Wine Bar Highlights Lesser-Known Regions Through Monthly Tastings
Female Athlete Wellness Programs
Muse Capital Launched Its Optima Program for Sports Performance
Cafe-Inspired Eyewear
MUSE Turns Matcha and Coffee Culture into Wearable Frames
Community-Centered Bakery Cafés
Paris Baguette expands through neighborhood café experiences
Throwback Cocktail Menus
The Alchemist's 2010 Revival Menu Brings Back Iconic Drinks & Prices
Customized Restaurant Campaign Platforms
OpenTable Has Launched OpenTable Media
Idea Generation Tools
One Million Ideas Offers Endless Inspiration for Companies and Users
Art-Led Cocktail Collaborations
MO BAR Singapore Introduced The City of Art Menu
Artisan Fashion Incubators
Ibu Atelier Supports Women-Led Heritage Craft Businesses
Curated Grocery Platforms Rise
FirstClub Launches Its Curated Grocery Platform
Sports-Inspired Beverage Collaborations
Kung Fu Tea and Red Bull Launch Soccer-Themed Bubble Tea
Soccer-Themed Entertainment Events
Sky Zone Turns Global Soccer Excitement into Active Play
Martini-Themed Immersive Campaigns
No. 3 London Dry Gin Debuts the Martini Fitting Boutique
Fine-Dining Pizza Events
The Pizza Hut Supper Club Let Quality Ingredients Speak for Themselves
Curated Resale Storefronts
eBay's The NYC Edit Storefront Shares Tastemaker Selections
Mission-Driven Craft Cocktail Initiatives
Mission Craft Cocktails Spotlights One Bottle = One Meal
All-Hours Micro Markets
Healthy Smart Mart is Enticing Entrepreneurs with Its New Model
Branded Nutrition-Focused Challenges
Fresh Express is Launching the Fresh Start Challenge
Personalized Neuroaesthetic Experiences
113 Spring's Emergence Service Supports Creative Expansion
Soccer-Themed Brunch Menus
The Snooze Eatery Brunch Goals Menu is Here for World Cup Season
Book-Themed Bar Concepts
Book Bar is an Upcoming Destination for Shopping, Eating & Connecting
Menu Discovery Challenges
Original ChopShop's Feel Good Foodie Challenge Rewards Menu Exploration
Balancing New Year Campaigns
Recess' You Don’t Need A New You Challenges Tired January Marketing
Trailblazing Golf Events
Starter Collaborates with 2025 Original Tee Golf Classic
Community-Centered Rooftop Events
Heineken's Rooftop Revival Turned Building Tops into Social Hubs
Alcohol-Free CBD Beverage Menus
The Alchemist and TRIP Partnered for Dry January
Halloween-Themed Qsr Menus
Burger King Reveals a Monster Menu with Vampire Nuggets and Mummy Fries
Anti-Shrinkflation QSR Initiatives
These Jack in the Box Value Deals Offer Ample Food and Drink
Cafe-Focused Consulting Services
Crimson Cup Coffee & Tea Runs the '7 Steps to Success' Program
Intimate Social Dinner Concepts
Dinner With Friends NYC Features Low-Pressure Communal Dinners
Mid-Strength Marketing Pushes
6Percent, Small Beer And Quarter Proof Launch Mid-Strength March
Women’s Drinks Mentoring Programmes
Wonderworks Launches Wonder Women with Fox in the Well
Nutrition-Focused Temporary Dining Menus
Ford's Garage Launches the Fuel-Efficient Fare Menu
Functional Wellness Franchises
HB Expanded Internationally Through Wellness-Focused Franchising
Mindful Cold Brew Rebrands
Here&Now Repositioned Its Cold Brew as an Antidote to Burnout
Functional Fungi Innovation Labs
The M2 Center of Innovation Will Open in February 2026
Curated Newspaper Storefronts
Shreeji Unveiled 'The Village News' as an Offline Summer Ritual
Pet-Inclusive Dining
BarkHaven Expands Food and Entertainment for Dogs and Owners
Personalised Immersive Wellness
Emergence at 113 Spring is a New Multi-Sensorial Wellness Curation
City-Focused Influencer Platforms
Storytime Launches Storytime Marketplace in Cities
Seasonal Reservation Street Installations
Uber UK Launches 'Reserve' by Mother
Redesigning Restful Moments
The ANEW Project Turns Daily Objects into Mini Retreats
Comforting Cafe Sandwich Menus
The Pret A Manger January Menu Debuts Four New Sandwiches
Brand-Driven Guest Experience Services
Outform Group Debuts the New Outform Hospitality Division
Community-Driven Loyalty Programs
Salad House Turned Guest Spending Into Local Donations
Startup Validation Tools
Product Market Fix Validates Startup Ideas Using Real Ad Tests And AI
Elevated Brunch Menu Refreshes
Sixty Vines Introduced Its New Brunch Menu
Founder Marketing Tools
Marketing Toolkit For Founders Helps Create Marketing Content Every Month
Granola-Focused Restaurant Expansions
The Granola Bar Restaurant Group Expands in the US
Local Restaurant Activations
Pepsi Hosts Community Events to Drive Restaurant Discovery
Ready-Made Brand Marketplaces
Brands Like These Sells One-Off, Agency-Quality Brand Kits
Event-Centric Camping Experiences
Huttopia Hosts World Cup Viewing and Activities at Its Campsites
Founder Marketing Resources
Better Marketing Blog Shares Practical Playbooks For Founders
Gothic Romance Restaurant Campaigns
Eggslut's Egg Yearning Explores an Unexpected Symbol of Desire
Woman-Led Music Events
The Hard Rock x The Coca-Cola Company Women Empower Series is Launching Now
Vintage-Inspired Cocktail Menus
La Petite Maison's Déjà Vu Cocktail Menu Revives Decades Past
Founder Networking Platforms
The Startup Club Connects Founders With Key People and Resources
Startup Deal Platforms
Discover Hidden Startup Gems With Micro Deals This Black Friday
Valentine's Day Dining Research
OpenTable Compiles Data on Valentine's Day Dining Trends
Instant Branding Tools
Brandest Provides Exclusive Ready-Made Logos And Domains For Fast Launches
Graffiti-Driven Franchise Interiors
Pablito’s Tacos Unveiled a New Mindful Design Concept
Hospitality-Driven Collectives
The Aperitivo Society Curates Italian Culture for Communities
Startup Failure Archives
404tomb Documents Defunct Startups And Their Digital Legacy
Modern Motherhood Memberships
Mavie Empowers Members with Realistic Personalized Routines
Purpose-Led Emerging Brands Initiatives
7-Eleven Taps 27 Brands for Its 2026 Brands with Heart™
Multi-Sensory Fashion Flagships
Réalisation Par's Mount Street Flagship Has a Novel Martini Phone
Complimentary Community Career Studios
Specialty Food Association Establishes a New Support Center
Autumnal Breakfast Dishes
Sunny Street Café is Launching Four Pumpkin-Inspired Items
Flexible Meal Delivery Brands
Daily Harvest Launches an Optional Subscription Model for 2026
Meal Delivery Brand Advantages
Clean Eatz Kitchen Signals to Its Advantages in the Market
Revived Modern Burger Bars
PLUTO Burger Bar in Poland Reimagines an American Classic with a Twist
Personalized Event Concierges
The Expanded Minted Concierge Service Simplifies Event Planning
Elevated At-Home Dining Subscriptions
The Gousto Premium Range Features Three Tiers
Startup Marketing Resources
The Marketing Playbook For Startups Breaks Down 80+ Growth Tactics
Elevated Diner Franchises
Billy’s Downtown Diner expands its modern diner concept in the midwest
Refreshed Cocktail Menu Variants
Be At One Introduced a Trial-Tested Menu Update
Hospitality Strategy Communities
The PickUp Unites Revenue Managers in One Hub