Snack & Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 722515 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) preparing and/or serving a specialty snack, such as ice cream, frozen yogurt, cookies, or popcorn, or (2) serving nonalcoholic beverages, such as coffee, juices, or sodas for consumption on or near the premises. These establishments may carry and sell a combination of snack, nonalcoholic beverage, and other related products (e.g., coffee beans, mugs, coffee makers) but generally promote and sell a unique snack or nonalcoholic beverage.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
Illustrative examples
- Beverage bars
- Carryout service doughnut shops with on-premises baking
- Carryout service bagel shops with on-premises baking
- Carryout service pretzel shops with on-premises baking
- Carryout service cookie shops with on-premises baking
- Coffee shops, on-premises brewing
- Ice cream parlors
Which code does this activity belong in?
Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars comprises establishments whose primary focus is a specialty snack or nonalcoholic beverage rather than full meals. These establishments prepare and serve items like ice cream, coffee, or cookies for consumption on or near the premises, distinguishing them from Limited-Service Restaurants, which provide broader food services where patrons order and pay before eating but do not emphasize a single specialty item. Snack bars may sell related products but are defined by promoting one unique snack or beverage as their signature offering.
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