In addition to the definitions contained in M.S. § 340A.101, as it may be amended from time to time, the following terms are defined for purposes of this chapter.
LIQUOR. As used in this chapter, without modification by the words “intoxicating” or a “3.2% malt”, includes both intoxicating liquor and 3.2% malt liquor.
RESTAURANT. An eating facility, other than a hotel, under the control of a single proprietor or manager, where meals are regularly prepared on the premises and served at tables to the general public, and having a minimum seating capacity for guests as prescribed by the appropriate license-issuing authority.
To be a RESTAURANT as defined by this section, an establishment shall have a license from the state as required by M.S. § 157.16, as it may be amended from time to time, and meet the definition of either a “small establishment”, “medium establishment” or “large establishment” as defined in M.S. § 157.16, subd. 3(d), as it may be amended from time to time. An establishment serving prepackaged food that receives heat treatment and is served in the package, or frozen pizza that is heated and served, shall not be considered to be a RESTAURANT for purposes of this chapter, unless it meets the definition of a “small establishment”, “medium establishment” or “large establishment”.
(Ord. 1060, passed 12-5-17)