722514 — Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets
Description
This U.S. industry comprises establishments, known as cafeterias, grill buffets, or 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.
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Providing food services to patrons who order and are served while seated and pay after eating--are
- classified in U.S. Industry 722511, Full-Service Restaurants;
- Providing food services where patrons generally order or select items and pay before eating, other than
- mobile food services, cafeterias, grill buffets, buffets, and snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars--are
- classified in U.S. Industry 722513, Limited-Service Restaurants; and
- Selling a specialty snack (e.g., ice cream, frozen yogurt, cookies, popcorn) or nonalcoholic beverage,
- except from mobile vehicles, for consumption on or near the premises--are classified in U.S. Industry
- 722515, Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars.
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 722514 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets |
| SBA Size Standard | $34,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 4,622 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 722514 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 72 → 722 → 7225 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 5812 - Eating Places (via SIC1987:5812→NAICS1997:722212→2002:722212→2007:722212→2012:722514→2017:722514→2022:722514)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC M1FD — OPERATION OF DINING FACILITIES
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 722514:
- Sector 72 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Accommodation and Food Services sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 7225
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 722514 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 722514 is 'Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 72 (Accommodation and Food Services); the SBA small-business size standard is $34,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 722514?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 722514 is $34,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 722514?
NAICS code 722514 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 5812 - Eating Places.