When things got tight, No Forks found room to grow with Wolt Capital

When Lukas Tranavičius launched No Forks in 2016, he and his childhood friend wanted to bring something new to Vilnius: fast food that was genuinely fresh. They were students at the time, inspired by the fast-casual concepts they had seen abroad. The idea was simple. Make everything daily. Serve it fast. Keep it healthy.

“Our vision has always been to create fast food that’s good and still healthy. People can eat with us every day and feel good about it,” Lukas says.

Ten years later, No Forks has two locations, a loyal base of regulars, and new ideas on the horizon. What’s kept the business moving forward is a mix of resilience, speed, and the ability to act quickly when opportunities or challenges appear.

A business built on speed and freshness

In the early years, delivery was a challenge. The services available at the time were unreliable and didn’t reflect the experience Lukas wanted to offer. Orders weren’t handled with the care No Forks put into every dish.

“It just wasn’t working the way it needed to,” he says.

When Wolt entered Lithuania, everything changed. NoForks was invited to join as one of the first eight restaurants in Vilnius. Reliable delivery, smoother operations, and consistent demand followed. What began as a delivery partnership quickly grew into something broader.

A new chapter: expanding beyond the restaurant walls

Even after a decade in business, Lukas is far from finished building. He’s now focused on expansion: reaching office teams, retail shelves, and new customer groups across Vilnius.

“We’re really focusing on B2B. The Taco Party concept is growing. We deliver everything so teams can build tacos together,” he says.

He’s also developing frozen burritos for gas stations, shops, and supermarkets. The goal is to bring No Forks’ food into more everyday moments, without changing its core idea of freshness.

Growth takes planning, but it also takes timing. That’s where Wolt Capital helped.

Simple, fast access to funding at the right moments

Lukas has used Wolt Capital twice. What mattered most in both cases was how straightforward the process was, and how quickly he could act.

“It’s flexible, easy to access, and easy to repay. If you need money quickly without going through traditional banks, it’s the best option,” he says.

1. An upgrade that improved the entire customer experience

After nearly a decade of service, No Forks’ ventilation system needed a complete refresh. The restaurant felt too warm during peak hours, and it affected how comfortable guests felt while dining in. Lukas used his first Wolt Capital advance to install a new system and create a better environment for customers and staff.

2. Staying steady through Vilnius’ slow summer season

Every summer, much of Vilnius heads to the seaside. Sales dip until students return in September, while labor and food costs stay high. When one of those slow seasons arrived at the same time as broader cost increases, No Forks needed breathing room.

The second Wolt Capital advance provided exactly that.

Because repayments flexed with sales, the advance remained manageable throughout the quiet months.

A partnership designed for long-term growth

Most merchants know Wolt for delivery. For No Forks, the impact has reached further. Delivery brings customers in. Capital provides stability and room to move. Together, they support the business Lukas wants to build for the next ten years.

“Just being here after all these years is a milestone. Many restaurants have closed, but we’re still here, and we’re still thinking about growth,” he says.

The recognition from customers also keeps him going. When people realise he’s the owner and chef, they often say the same thing: “Your cold beetroot soup is the best.” For Lukas, that feedback matters more than anything.

Lukas’s advice to other business owners? “Use Wolt Capital wisely. Don’t spend it on a car. But if you need to invest in your team, your equipment, or your stability, it’s the best option.”