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2007 NAICS Definition

This industry comprises establishments, known as cafeterias, buffets, or grill buffets, primarily engaged in preparing and serving meals for immediate consumption using cafeteria-style or buffet serving equipment, such as steam tables, refrigerated areas, display grills, and self-service nonalcoholic beverage dispensing equipment. Patrons select from food and drink items on display in a continuous cafeteria line or from buffet stations.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

• Providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated and pay after eating--are classified in Industry 722110, Full-Service Restaurants; and
• Providing food services where patrons generally order or select items and pay before eating, other than cafeterias, buffets, grill buffets, and snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars--are classified in U.S. Industry 722211, Limited-Service Restaurants.

Index entries that bring you to this industry:

• Buffet eating places
• Cafeterias