722515 — Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars
Description
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.
Illustrative Examples
- Beverage bars, nonalcoholic, fixed location
- Doughnut shops, on premise baking and carryout service
- Bagel shops, on premise baking and carryout service
- Pretzel shops, on premise baking and carryout service
- Cookie shops, on premise baking and carryout service
- Coffee shops, on premise brewing
- Ice cream parlors
- Juice bars, nonalcoholic, fixed location
Exclusions & Cross-References
- Selling one or more of the following food specialties (except from mobile vehicles): hamburgers, hot dogs,
- pizza, chicken, specialty cuisines--are classified based on the type of food service provided to patrons;
- Preparing and serving snacks and nonalcoholic beverages from mobile vehicles for immediate
- consumption--are classified in Industry 722330, Mobile Food Services; and
- Operating as street vendors (except food) or retailing food (except food prepared and served for immediate
- consumption)--are classified in Sector 44-45, Retail Trade.
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- Sector 81--Other Services (except Public Administration)T
- The Sector as a Whole
- The Other Services (except Public Administration) sector comprises establishments engaged in providing services
- not specifically provided for elsewhere in the classification system. Establishments in this sector are primarily
- engaged in activities such as equipment and machinery repairing, promoting or administering religious activities,
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 722515 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars |
| SBA Size Standard | $22,500,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 85,140 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 722515 (exact match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 72 → 722 → 7225 |
| JSON Endpoint | View as JSON · API → |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
💡 Expert Guidance & SBA Tips
SBA Audit Tip: Since NAICS 722515 utilizes a receipts-based size standard ($22,500,000), the SBA calculates your size using your average annual gross receipts over the last five fiscal years (13 CFR § 121.104). Be sure to include cost of goods sold (COGS) in your gross receipts calculation, as the SBA does not allow COGS deductions.
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 5461 - Retail Bakeries (via SIC1987:5461→NAICS1997:722213→2002:722213→2007:722213→2012:722515→2017:722515→2022:722515)
- SIC 5812 - Eating Places (via SIC1987:5812→NAICS1997:722213→2002:722213→2007:722213→2012:722515→2017:722515→2022:722515)
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)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is NAICS code 722515 an active industry classification in 2022? ▾
Yes, NAICS code 722515 is a fully active classification for 'Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars' in the U.S. Census Bureau's 2022 vintage. It groups businesses by production process under Sector 72 (Accommodation and Food Services), Subsector 722, and Group 7225.
What is the SBA small business size standard for NAICS code 722515? ▾
The SBA size standard limit for NAICS code 722515 is $22,500,000. Firms whose receipts (averaged over five years) or employee headcounts (averaged over 24 months) are below this threshold qualify for federal contracting set-asides.
What are the legacy SIC code equivalents mapped to NAICS 722515? ▾
Legacy 1987 SIC codes mapped to NAICS 722515 include: SIC 5461 (Retail Bakeries), SIC 5812 (Eating Places). Mappings are resolved transitively across successive Census concordances to preserve historical risk profiles in B2B databases.
What IRS Principal Business Activity (PBA) code matches NAICS 722515? ▾
The IRS PBA tax code matching NAICS 722515 is 722515 (derived via a exact mapping method). Business tax filers must declare this principal business activity code on IRS Schedule C, Form 1120, or Form 1065.
What business activities are classified under NAICS 722515? ▾
Activities classified under NAICS 722515 ('Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars') include: Beverage bars, nonalcoholic, fixed location, Doughnut shops, on premise baking and carryout service, Bagel shops, on premise baking and carryout service, Pretzel shops, on premise baking and carryout service. Companies primarily engaged in these production processes must select this code for compliance records.
What activities are excluded from NAICS code 722515? ▾
Exclusions defined by the Census Bureau for NAICS 722515 include: Selling one or more of the following food specialties (except from mobile vehicles): hamburgers, hot dogs,, pizza, chicken, specialty cuisines--are classified based on the type of food service provided to patrons;, Preparing and serving snacks and nonalcoholic beverages from mobile vehicles for immediate. Establishments performing these alternative processes are redirected to use their respective industry codes.
How many active establishments operate under NAICS 722515 in the U.S.? ▾
According to the County Business Patterns (CBP) 2023 dataset, there are 85,140 active establishments with registered payrolls operating under NAICS code 722515 in the United States.
Which Product Service Codes (PSCs) are suggested for NAICS 722515? ▾
Suggested advisory Product Service Codes (PSCs) for NAICS 722515 are: PSC M1FD (OPERATION OF DINING FACILITIES). PSCs classify the specific deliverables procured by the government, complementing the industry-level NAICS classification.
Is NAICS code 722515 standard uniform across all U.S. states? ▾
Yes. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) code 722515 is a federal statistical standard overseen by the Census Bureau. It applies uniformly to state LLC filings, banking KYC processes, and federal audits.
Related Pages & Tools
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 722515:
- 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.
- NAICS 722515 to SIC Crosswalk — Bidirectional mapping to legacy SIC codes (Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars).
- IRS PBA Code for Cafe & Coffee Shop — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Coffee Shop — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Fast Food — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Ice Cream Shop — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- IRS PBA Code for Juice Bar — Principal Business Activity tax reporting details.
- Compare NAICS 722513 vs 722515 — Industrial classification comparison rules (Snack and Nonalcoholic Beverage Bars vs Limited-Service Restaurants).
- 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.
Sources & References
- U.S. Census Bureau: North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Manual
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): Table of Small Business Size Standards
- Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR): 13 CFR Part 121 - Small Business Size Regulations
- Acquisition.gov: Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 19 - Small Business Programs
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS): Instructions for Schedule C (Form 1040) Principal Business Activity (PBA) Codes
- U.S. General Services Administration (GSA): System for Award Management (SAM.gov) Unique Entity ID Guide
- Defense Logistics Agency: Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) CAGE Search and Registration
- United Nations Statistics Division: International Standard Industrial Classification of All Economic Activities (ISIC)
- U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA): Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Manual
- U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC): SEC EDGAR Filer Standard Industrial Classification Codes