Restaurant (hospitality industry)

A restaurant is a business within the hospitality industry that prepares and serves food and drinks to customers for dine-in, takeout, or delivery. It provides a social and culinary experience, often offering various menus, ambiance, and service styles, from casual to fine dining. Restaurants focus on customer satisfaction, quality food, and efficient service, functioning as a vital part of the hospitality sector that caters to people's dining needs and social interactions. They play a central role in tourism, local economies, and community life by offering a space for relaxation, celebration, or everyday nourishment.