Providence Board of Licenses 2025-06-26
Minutes summary
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The Providence Board of Licenses met on June 26, 2025, to consider various entertainment, liquor, and vendor licenses. The Board approved a 34-item consent agenda, approved several new licenses and temporary permits, and continued multiple show-cause hearings and ratification items to future dates due to extended hearing durations.
What the body took up (54)
The Strand Entertainment Group LLC dba The Strand Ballroom & Theatre 79 Washington Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of June 2025 - Add on date: June 27, 2025 Ladies Love R&B performance by Case. Application #25-447
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
127 Friendship Street LLC dba Medici 127 Friendship St. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
50th Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival by RI Cape Verdean Heritage at India Point Park. Entertainment, Festivals, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit Application #126928. Dates and times of event: Sunday, July 6, 2025 from 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM. No Alcohol, Food Trucks, Mobile Vendors.
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Albert K Corp dba OPA 230 Atwells Avenue. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 Live Band
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Alma Center LLC dba Alma Center 1017 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Brivas LLC dba Live PVD 1204 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025- DJ-Live
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Chestnut Street Enterprises LLC dba Alchemy 171 Chestnut Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
CV Rise LLC dba 1070 North 1070 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Empire Restaurant Holdings LLC dba Black Sheep 397 Westminster Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025- DJ/Live Band
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
East Side Restaurant Holdings LLC dba Sport & Leisure 108 North Main St. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Gold Lounge & Restaurant LLC dba Gold Restaurant & Lounge 727 Cranston Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Jetset Inc dba Jetset Lounge 1095 Eddy Street. Renewal License. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
JMA Inc dba Primecut Restaurant Mezzo Lounge 393 Charles Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Kulture Kitchen LLC dba Kulture Kitchen 71 Richmond St. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
La Palmera Club Billar LLC dba La Palmera Club 43 Bucklin Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/ Live Band
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Laughing Gorilla LLC dba Troop 60 Valley Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Lovera VIP Inc dba Lovera VIP 1266 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of July 2025 DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Maya Guatemala, Inc dba Maya Azteca 264 Pocasset Ave. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 -DJ/Dancing
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Mi Sueno Inc dba Mi Sueno 1070 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Moonshine Hospitality LLC dba Moonshine Hospitality 52 Pine Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 -LiveBands
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Paps and Bees LLC dba Noir 71 Union Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/Live band
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
RAG Inc dba The Parlour 1119 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - DJ/LiveBands - Karaoke
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba Lower Level of the Providence 100 Dorrance Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba Lower Level of the Providence 100 Dorrance Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2025 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba Lower Level of the Providence 100 Dorrance Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
SMG LLC dba Amica Mutual Pavilion One LaSalle Square. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 - Events
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Solanchi Fernandez, LLC dba Ibiza Lounge 86 Summer Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of July 2025
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Zayas Solution, LLC dba Tafino Restaurant & Lounge. Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/Live Band
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
JBR LLC dba Platforms 165 Poe Street. Expansion of Premises-Patio, Monthly Entertainment. July 2025 DJ/Dancing
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
St. Bartholomew Summer Festival by Marisa Mancini at 305 Laurel Hill Avenue. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment, Raffle. August 9/10, 2025 from 5:00p-10:00p
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Erik and Infiniti Wedding by Premier Marketing Network, Inc. at 200 Exchange St Unit B. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment. Saturday, June 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM - 11:59PM, One (1) day, Indoor Only. 9 of 12 Class F's
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Jonathan Liranzo Providence RI. Floor Host.
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Jade L'Etoile Lopes Smithfield RI. Vendor.
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Anya Rose Woonsocket RI. Private Detective.
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Ritacco Inc. dba South Beach Cafe 336 Atwells Avenue. Regarding Operations, Transfer of license approved on 4/24/2025. Entity revoked as of 6/18/2025.
HEARDThe licensee must submit a written statement indicating their decision on whether they will revert to the original corporate entity or retain the current entity with the amended name. There have been no changes to the officers, EIN, or stockholders—these remain solely under the licensee, and this remains consistent across both the original and renamed entities.
Archetype LLC dba Fete Music Hall 103 Dike Street. Expansion of Premises-Patio, Monthly Entertainment. July 2025- DJ/LiveBands Outside premises on July 12,19,26
CONTINUEDApplicant not present. This matter has been continued until Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Shayana Rodriguez at 200 Exchange St. Unit B Providence RI. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment. Monthly Salsa and Bachata Dance Social on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 6:00pm -11:59pm 4 of 12 Class F
APPROVEDThe remaining Class F Licenses the applicant submits may be placed on the Consent Agenda unless there is a reason to have them appear in person. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Tristan JC Roukoz Dartmouth MA. Promoter's Permit.
APPROVED[UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Yokomo Sushi and Bar LLC dba Yokomo Sushi Bar 1230 Elmwood Avenue. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). For 3-month review of Probationary BV (Restaurant with food) 1am Closing issued on 2/21/2025. Continued from 3/6/2025.
APPROVEDProbationary BV (Restaurant with food) license has ended. A full grant of the BV (Restaurant with food) 1am Closing has been approved. No issues from Police or the City since the license has been issued. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Cabo verde na Corason by Adelino Lopes at 1 Finance Way. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Patio. July 19,2025 from 3:00pm-9:00pm. Continued from 6/12/2025.
CONTINUEDConduct a safety review with Art, Culture & Tourism and the applicant to determine if any City Services are needed. If this is not all set by July 10, 2025, the applicant is to appear in person at 4:00pm for vetting and to discuss the event further. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
McWollehan LLC dba The Scurvy Dog 1718 Wesminster Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. Parking Lot Mega Show on July 4, 2025, from 2:00p-12:00a Car Show on July 19, 2025, from 2:00p-10:00p. TUP approved by Zoning.
APPROVEDTemporary Use Permit approved by Zoning. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Yellow Cup Weekend by Mujo Events LLC at 195 Distrcit Park. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment, Festivals, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit Application #127143. City Services Meeting held on 4/16/2025. Dates and times of event: Saturday, July 19, 2025, from 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Expecting a crowd of 2,000, 3 DJ's one may be flown in, Food Trucks.
APPROVEDClass F (Full) will be under Mujo Events LLC (Yellow Cup). Under RIGL § 3-7-14. Class F license this cannot be granted to any person or entity holding any other liquor license. House DJ from Noir located at 69-71 Union Street, alcohol being served by Noir TIP certified staff. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Saje by Zaz LLC dba Saje by Zaz 332 Atwells Avenue. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Continued from 6/5/2025. On 6/12/2025 this matter was heard for procedural discussion only due to a possible remonstrance filed. No remonstrance as of 6/12/25.
CONTINUEDThere has been sufficient notice to determine if there is a remonstrance present. It has been determined that there is not enough objectors within the 200ft radius that constitutes a remonstrance. A motion was made and seconded by Commissioner Akinbi to move forward with a hearing at the next scheduled hearing date & time of 7/17/2025 at 4:00pm. Next: 7/17/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Blundell Collision Center Inc dba Blundell Collision Center 50 Blundell Street. New License. Motor Vehicle Repair. Conditional Cease & Desist Order issued on 6/12/2025 if no delinquent tax payment agreement is presented from the Municipal Collection Agency (MCA)
APPROVEDEvidence of a payment plan on delinquent taxes has been filed and provided at this scheduled hearing date & time with the Municipal Collection Agency. If payment is defaulted, this matter must be scheduled for the Applicant/Licensee to appear. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Warishah Inc dba 7-Eleven 775 Cranston Street. 1am-4am Business. Continued from 5/22/2025. Unable to operate 1-4am until a license is granted. Calls for service and reports generated provided to applicant/owner.
WITHDRAWNCorporate for 7-Eleven has taken over operations at the location. They will be submitting a new application for a Food Establishment License with Holiday. Corporate is not interested in applying for a 1-4am license at this time.
YT Freemachine LLC dba Yenit Auto Repair 69 Bucklin Street. New License. Motor Vehicle Repair. Continued from 5/22/2025. Applicant working with Zoning/Building to establish a change of use at the location for MVR.
CONTINUEDA Cease & Desist Order and a Denial of this license attempt was rescinded because the Applicant appeared before the hearing adjourned. A control date has been determined of July 10, 2025, to allow the Applicant to provide evidence of their active efforts of establishing the Use at this location. Evidence from the Zoning Department must be provided at the next scheduled hearing date & time. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel ABSENT: Akinbi, Ochoa
El Rincon Colombiano Inc 568 Broad St Unit B to Passion Inc. Transfer License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Continued from 6/12/2025. Location cleared to close (P&A) on 6/11/2025. Extension was requested on the Purchase & Sales Agreement.
APPROVEDThe closing of the location has been finalized. Transfer request has been Approved. [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
N.O. Holdings, LLC dba The Salon 57 Eddy Street. Regarding incident(s) of April 19, 2025, Case Report #25-27705. Disturbance Failure to maintain supervision over the number of patrons entering the establishment
CONTINUEDVideo footage of the incident(s) has been reviewed, testimony has been provided as well as any arguments. Scheduled for decision on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
East Side Restaurant Holdings LLC dba Sport & Leisure 108 North Main St. Regarding incident(s) of February 22, 2025, Case Report #25-12581. Disturbance Felony Assault
CONTINUEDVideo footage of the incident(s) has been reviewed, testimony has been provided as well as any arguments. Scheduled for decision on Thursday, July 10, 2025, at 4:00 PM. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Spot 2 Spot Rhode to Glory by Ken Borge at 50 Agnes Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Ratify Special Event Permit Application #127665. Dates and times of event: Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM. Class P Caterer, Food Trucks, Mobile Vendors
CONTINUEDDue to extended hearing durations resulting from earlier agenda items, this matter has been continued to a future date. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
RI PrideFest and the Illuminated Night Parade at 195 District Park and Downtown Providence. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Block Party, Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Festivals, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 127289 PrideFest, June 21, 2025, from 11:00AM-10:00PM. Ratify due to the Juneteenth Holiday.
CONTINUEDDue to extended hearing durations resulting from earlier agenda items, this matter has been continued to a future date. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
B. Rivas, LLC dba Live PVD 1204 Broad Street. Regarding incident(s) of May 26, 2025, Case Report #25-36048. Hours of Operation
CONTINUEDDue to extended hearing durations resulting from earlier agenda items, this matter has been continued to a future date. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
Jet Set, Inc. dba Jet Set 1095 Eddy Street. Regarding incident(s) of May 10, 2025, Case Report #25-33930. Loud Music
CONTINUEDDue to extended hearing durations resulting from earlier agenda items, this matter has been continued to a future date. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
La Sonrisa Cafeteria Restaurant, LLC dba La Sonrisa 320 Broad Street. Regarding incident(s) of May 26, 2025, Case Report #25-38821. Disturbance Licensing of persons working as Floor Host (1 count)
CONTINUEDDue to extended hearing durations resulting from earlier agenda items, this matter has been continued to a future date. Next: 7/10/2025 4:00 PM [UNANIMOUS] AYES: Conley, Mancini, Rogel, Akinbi ABSENT: Ochoa
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