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NAICS Code for Restaurants

The primary NAICS code for Restaurants is 72251 — Restaurants and Other Eating Places. Restaurants and Other Eating Places (NAICS 72251) encompasses national industries including Full-Service Restaurants, Limited-Service Restaurants, and Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets. These businesses are primarily engaged in restaurants and other eating places. Typical activities include: Restaurants and Other Eating Places. Related codes include 722513 (Limited-Service Restaurants).

Primary NAICS Code

72251Restaurants and Other Eating Places

About Restaurants

Restaurants and Other Eating Places (NAICS 72251) encompasses national industries including Full-Service Restaurants, Limited-Service Restaurants, and Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, and Buffets. These businesses are primarily engaged in restaurants and other eating places.

Typical Business Activities

What's Included

  • +Restaurants and Other Eating Places

How to Determine Your NAICS Code

While 72251 (Restaurants and Other Eating Places) is the most common classification for restaurants, your specific code depends on your primary revenue-generating activity. Review the included and excluded activities above to confirm this code fits your business. If your operations span multiple categories, use the code that best represents your largest source of revenue. You can also use the search tool below to describe your specific business activities and find the most accurate match.

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