Cafeterias, Grill Buffets, & Buffets
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Official definition
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.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
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Cafeterias, grill buffets, and buffets use self-service display equipment where patrons select items and pay before eating, distinguishing them from full-service restaurants where seated patrons receive waiter service and pay after eating. They differ from limited-service restaurants, which also involve patron payment before eating but use counter ordering rather than cafeteria-line or buffet-station selection. Snack and nonalcoholic beverage bars, by contrast, specialize in a unique snack or beverage item rather than preparing complete meals for immediate consumption.
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