Providence Board of Licenses 2026-03-12
Minutes summary
From the minutes filed with the RI Secretary of State on March 13, 2026.
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At its meeting on March 12, 2026, the Providence Board of Licenses approved a 15-item consent agenda covering monthly entertainment, seasonal expansion, and special event permits. The Board also heard and voted on several individual license applications, including new liquor licenses, renewals, and a junk shop license, and found a violation against Bukana's Sport Bar, mandating a police detail.
What the body took up (29)
Mrocco LLC dba Eagle 124 Snow Street. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 DJ/Dancing Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Mrocco LLC dba Eagle 124 Snow Street. Monthly Entertainment. May 2026 DJ/Dancing Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
PJM Enterprises INC dba Mirabar 15 Elbow Street. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 - DJ/Karaoke
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
PFM LLC dba Veterans Memorial Auditorium 1 Avenue of the Arts. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 - Theatrical performance
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Jetset Inc dba Jetset Lounge 1095 Eddy Street. Renewal License. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 - DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
The Cadillac Lounge LLC dba The Cadillac Lounge 361 Charles Street. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 - Adult Entertainment - DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Providence Performing Arts Center dba PPAC 220 Weybosset Street. Monthly Entertainment. April 2026 - Theatrical Performance
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Bosset LLC dba Shake & Speare 255 Weybosset Street. Temporary Seasonal Expansion -- Sidewalk.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
St. Augustine's Church 20 Old Road. Alcohol Bev Class F-Ltd Nonprofit 1-day beer/wine. St.Patrick/St. Joseph Dinner on Saturday March 14, 2026
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
MCH's 50th Anniversary by Montessori Children's House on 518 Lloyd Ave. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128742-May 16, 2026 from 12:00p-3:00p Street Closure on Lloyd Ave to Lorraine Ave on to Cole Ave
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Haitian Cultural Day by Robenson Joseph at Union Plaza. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT), Vendor. Special Event Permit 128797- July 19, 2026 from 4:00p-11:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Dark Arts Festival by Alexis Garcia at Market Square. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises Street Closing, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT), Vendor. Special Event Permit 128875- October 11, 2026 from 10:00a-7:00p Street Closure on Washington Place to Memorial Street on to N Main Street
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Providence Porchfest by Providence Porchfest on East Side of Providence. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128827- May 30, 2026 from 12:00p-6:00p Street Closure on Methyl Street to Hope Street on to Lorimer Ave
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Newroz by New England Kurdish Association at The Water Place Park. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128870- March 22, 2026 from 2:00p-7:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Rob Levine Family Fun Fest by Rob Levine Law at India Point Park. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 128693- August 22, 2026 from 11:00a-2:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-15). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Restaurant Associates of Providence V at 170 Westminster Street. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full, 1-day Liquor. Saturday, March 14, 2026, private party 6:00pm - 10:00pm. AMENDED 7:00PM – 11:00PM.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Amendment to the adjustment in times was approved (5-0). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
CC Lounge LLC dba Motion Nightclub/Series92ri 971 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of April 2026 Requesting 3am - April 24 9:00p-3:00a ( Art Amenazzy). Continued from 3/5/2026.
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to March 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM. The applicant did not appear. This matter was also continued on 3/5/2026 for the same reason. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Farm Fresh Rhode Island at 10 Sims Ave. Alcohol Bev Class F-Ltd Nonprofit 1-day beer/wine. Friday March 27, 2026 from 4:00p-7:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Applicant will have security on premises. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Dark Reads by Joshua Dahlin at 475 Valley Street. Alcohol Bev Class F-Ltd Nonprofit 1-day beer/wine. March 28, 2026 from 11:00a-5:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Ticketed event. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
The VU Lounge LLC dba The VU Lounge 150 Chestnut Street. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). For review of BX (2am Closing) license request.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]The first motion to continue this matter for two months with a follow-up review scheduled for May 14, 2026 failed on a 3-2 vote. The second motion resulted in granting a probationary BX (2 a.m. closing) license, with a review scheduled for June 11, 2026. The Board had originally continued the BX license request from October 23, 2025, to March 12, 2026, to evaluate the licensee's demonstrated experience. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
The VU Lounge LLC dba The VU Lounge 150 Chestnut Street. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
HEARDThis matter was heard separately, and the Abutting neighbors were provided an opportunity to ask the licensee questions relative to their business model and business plan. Refer to the decision in agenda item #20.
Premier Marketing Network Inc dba Franchesca's At Waterplace 200 Exchange St. Unit B. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class C (Neighborhood Bar), Alcoholic Beverages Class CX (1am Fri-Sat-Hol).
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to March 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM. The licensee was unable to make this hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Olneyville Opco LLC dba Olneyville New York System 18 Plainfield Street. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]TIP Certifications must be submitted before a liquor license may be issued. A probationary BV (Restaurant with food) license was granted for review in 90 days (6/11/2026). All alcohol service must cease by 10pm, locked away, and out of public view. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Tres Marias Tortilleria y Delicias Chapinas LLC 514 Plainfield Street. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BL (Beer-Wine-Food).
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to April 2, 2026 at 4:00 PM. This matter was continued for 3 weeks to allow for further review of Radius Map packet submitted. Upon further review, it appears like there may either be a School or a Church within 200ft (RIGL § 3-7-19). TIP certifications must also be provided if the license is granted before the issuance of the license. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
The Guild PVD LLC dba The Guild PVD 260 Dyer St Pavilion. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved with no restrictions imposed on the license. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Rhode Island Recycled Metals LLC dba Rhode Island Recycled Metals 434 Allens Avenue. New License. Junk Shop.
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to March 26, 2026 at 4:30 PM. 1st motion: This matter has been continued for two (2) weeks at the request of the applicant and representing counsel. (Passed 5-0). 2nd motion: The Providence Zoning Department is to schedule a physical site inspection before the next scheduled hearing date & time to assess the grandfathered Pre-Existing Non-Conformance Use dating back to atleast 1980 based on permit history research to ensure that it has not intensified or expanded pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 2001. Any further expansion or intensification as described will require Development Plan Review pursuant to Zoning Ordinance Section 1905 and that the expanded use complies with current zoning regulations including that of section 1200.B. based on the W-3 zoning of the property. (Passed 5-0). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Mi Ranchito Inc dba Mi Ranchito 1955 Westminster St. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]2026 Liquor License Renewal Approved. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Kulture Kitchen LLC dba Kulture Kitchen 71 Richmond Street. New License. Permanent Expansion of Premises.
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to April 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM. This approval is contingent on Building & Zoning Approvals and currently it is too premature for the Board to take an action on this matter. A Zoning Board Review hearing is scheduled for April 8, 2026, and will be reviewed on 4/9/2026 by the Board. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
Bukana's Sport Bar Inc dba Bukana's Sport Bar 188-190 Plainfield Street. Regarding incident(s) of March 7, 2026, CCR #26-18054. Emergency Hearing held on 3/8/2026.
VIOLATION FOUND [UNANIMOUS]The emergency order expired on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, and the establishment was allowed to reopen. Recommendation Accepted: The establishment is mandated a Police Detail for thirty (30) days on Saturday nights beginning on Saturday, March 14, 2026, for violation of RIGL § 3-5-21, 3-5-23, & 11-5-3. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada.
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