CupBop Shark Tank Update

Quick-service Korean barbecue in a cup

DealNow:ThrivingFood & BeverageSeason 13, Episode 21by Jung Song, Dok Kwon

What Happened to CupBop After Shark Tank

Is CupBop still in business? Yes — still in business and thriving.

$64M

annual revenue, per Wikipedia/Sharpsheets 2024

  • On-air deal: Mark Cuban $1M/5%; deal closure unverified (not on Cuban's portfolio)
  • Expanded to 64 U.S. locations + 6 food trucks across 7 states
  • 100+ international locations in Indonesia; opened in Dubai July 2025
  • Revenue approaching ~$40M as of 2024

Last verified Apr 4, 2026. Web-confirmed sources.

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The CupBop Shark Tank Pitch

Jung Song and Dok Kwon pitched CupBop on Shark Tank Season 13, Episode 21, which aired Monday, May 2, 2022, asking for $1M for 3% of the company — a $33.3M valuation.

Mark Cuban agreed to invest $1M for 5% equity, valuing the company at $20M.

Watch the Pitch

Pitch Details

Aired
S13E21May 2, 2022
Ask
$1Mfor 3%
Ask Valuation
$33.3M

Deal Terms

Amount
$1M
Equity
5%
Valuation
$20M