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NAICS Code 722511 applies to establishments primarily engaged in providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated and typically pay after eating. This page explains the official scope of the code, nearby classifications, related business data, and available classification assistance.
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Official Definition and Code Scope
Official definition: This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated (that is, waiter or waitress service) and pay after eating. These establishments may also sell alcoholic beverages, provide carryout services, or present live nontheatrical entertainment.
Classification note: At the establishment level, this code is generally used when full-service table dining is the primary activity. The strongest fit is based on how the location actually operates, not only on menu type or brand identity.
What Businesses Are Included in This Code?
Usually included
- Sit-down restaurants with waiter or waitress service
- Family dining restaurants with table service
- Fine dining restaurants where seated service is central
- Restaurants where customers are served while seated and typically pay after eating
Usually not included
- Limited-service restaurants where customers generally order or pay before eating
- Cafeterias, grill buffets, and buffets
- Snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars
- Bars, taverns, and nightclubs where beverage service is primary
Official Industry Examples
The examples below reflect common business types associated with NAICS 722511 and align better with the official industry framing than broad generic labels.
- Bagel shops, full service
- Brew pub restaurants, primarily serving meals, full service
- Diners, full service
- Doughnut shops, full service
- Family restaurants, full service
- Fine dining restaurants, full service
- Pizza parlors, full service
- Pizzerias, full service
- Restaurants, full service
- Steak houses, full service
Commonly Confused Codes
Businesses can appear similar on the surface but still belong to different classifications depending on their primary activity, service model, payment flow, or revenue mix.
| Code | Title | Usually Applies When | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 722511 | Full-Service Restaurants | Customers are seated and served by staff | Table service is a core part of the dining model |
| 722513 | Limited-Service Restaurants | Customers generally order or pay before eating | Counter service or quick-service format is primary |
| 722514 | Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets | Food is offered through cafeteria-style or buffet service | Service flow differs from standard full table service |
| 722515 | Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars | Specialty snacks or nonalcoholic beverages are the primary offering | The business is not centered on full meal table service |
| 722410 | Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) | Alcoholic beverage service is the primary activity | Beverage-led operations are classified separately from full-service meal establishments |
Code Hierarchy
Sector: Accommodation and Food Services
Subsector: Food Services and Drinking Places
Industry Group: Restaurants and Other Eating Places
Parent category: 72251 - Restaurants and Other Eating Places
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NAICS Code 722511?
NAICS Code 722511 is used for full-service restaurants. It generally applies when customers are seated, served by staff, and usually pay after eating.
What businesses are included in NAICS 722511?
This code usually includes sit-down restaurants, family restaurants, diners, steakhouses, fine dining restaurants, and other establishments where table service is part of the core operating model.
What is the difference between 722511 and 722513?
The main difference is service format. Full-service restaurants usually seat and serve customers, while limited-service restaurants usually take orders or payment before the meal.
Can a restaurant offer carryout and still be classified as 722511?
Yes. A restaurant may still fall under 722511 if its primary activity remains full-service seated dining, even if it also offers carryout or alcoholic beverages.
Does the correct NAICS code matter for SBA or registration purposes?
Yes. The selected NAICS code can affect how a business is reviewed for size standards, registration, reporting, procurement, and related compliance workflows. Businesses should confirm the best-fit code for the specific establishment.
How many full-service restaurants operate in the U.S.?
Based on SICCODE.com's verified records, there are currently 453,462 active establishments classified under NAICS 722511.
Is business data available for this industry?
Yes. Business data tied to this industry may be available for sales prospecting, market research, geographic analysis, and industry segmentation.
Can SICCODE.com help review my classification?
Yes. CodeMatch is designed for businesses that need additional help choosing between similar codes or want a more defensible classification based on actual operations.
Business Data for This Industry
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Sub-Industry Categories and Company Counts
This breakdown shows narrower sub-industry categories within this market, along with the number of companies currently available in each group. It is useful for business list targeting, market segmentation, executive outreach, and industry research when a broader NAICS category is too general.
These extended sub-industry categories are provided for targeting and research use cases and are not part of the official NAICS standard.
| Sub-Industry Category | Companies Available |
|---|---|
| 722511-15 - Pizza | 47,186 |
| 722511-17 - Restaurants | 406,276 |
Related NAICS and SIC Code Systems
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Official Sources and References
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