Providence Board of Licenses 2026-04-30
Minutes summary
From the minutes filed with the RI Secretary of State on May 05, 2026.
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The Board of Licenses met on April 30, 2026, to consider various license applications, including entertainment, special events, and liquor license renewals. The Board approved a consent agenda containing several entertainment and special event permits, reviewed probationary licenses, and addressed multiple incomplete liquor license renewals, continuing most of them to future dates while suspending others.
What the body took up (36)
1. PFM Inc. dba Veterans Memorial Auditorium 1 Avenue of the Arts. Monthly Entertainment. Month of May 2026.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
2. B & M Waterworks Inc. dba Hot Club 25 Bridge Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of May 2026.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
3. The Cadillac Lounge LLC dba The Cadillac Lounge 361 Charles Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of May 2026.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
4. Rock Voices by Keri Anne O'Donnell Memorial Fund at 612 Academy Avenue. Entertainment, Raffle. Event dates and times, Friday, May 1, 2026 from 7:30pm - 10pm. Indoor only. LaSalle Academy.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
5. Carnival hosted by Councilman Sanchez and Michael Correia at George J West Ballfield. Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit #129088. Carnival. Event dates and times: 6/4/2026 - 6/7/2026 from 6pm - 10pm. MFE's, No street closures.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
6. Kids Heart Challenge Kick Off by Karen Nencka at 42 Lexington Avenue. Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit# 129117. Event dates and times 4/29/2026 from 1pm-2pm. No alcohol, No Vendors. Entertainment will be from a small speaker connected to a cell phone.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
7. MindTravel Live-to-Headphones "Silent" Piano Concert at Temple of Music Roger Williams Park. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit# 129058. Event dates and times May 20, 2026, from 6pm-8pm. No alcohol, No vendors. No audible sound. Attendees will be provided with headphones.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
8. Mes de la Madres Festival by La Palmera Club Billar at 20 Bucklin Street. Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit# 129085. Event dates and times: 5/31/2026 from 2pm-8pm. Current liquor license holder - La Palmera Club Billar 43 Bucklin Street
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved as part of the Consent Agenda (1-8). Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
9. Sunday Chilldown at Ogie's Trailer Park 1155 Westminster Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Patio. Temporary Use Permit (TUP) 26-29. Every Sunday beginning, May 24, 2026 - September 6, 2026. (16 total)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Applicant must keep noise control in mind due to surrounding neighbors abutting. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
10. U-in-U-Out Corp dba U In U Out Towing and Auto Repair 702 Douglas Avenue. New License. Motor Vehicle Repair, Second-Hand Auto, Second-Hand Store. For review of probationary MVR license granted on 10/30/2025.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]The probationary period has ended and granted a full license at the location for this establishment. No issues since the license was initially issued. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
11. 298 Atwells LLC dba Palermo's Martini Bar 294-298 Atwells Avenue. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Previous license holder to submit a surrender for Kamborian Brothers Inc. dba Napolitanos Brooklyn Pizza. The request for the BX (2am closing) license request was not granted at this time and was continued for review 6 months after the license is issued. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
12. 298 Atwells LLC dba Palermo's Martini Bar 294-298 Atwells Avenue. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing).
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]The request for the BX (2am closing) license request was not granted at this time and was continued for review 6 months after the license is issued. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
13. La Esquina Bar & Grill LLC dba La Esquina 1551 Westminster Street. Regarding incident(s) of March 6, 2026, Case Report #26-17700. RIGL ยง 3-8-11.1 - Procurement of alcohol to underage persons
VIOLATION FOUND [UNANIMOUS]Recommendation accepted. Issued a $1,000 fine to be paid and a list of all employees along with TIP Certifications for staff to be provided to the License Enforcement Unit within 30 days. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
14. Bukanas Sports Bar Inc. dba Bukanas Sports Bar 188 Plainfield Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
15. Dune Brothers Fox Point, LLC dba Dune Brothers Fox Point 170 Ives Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Insurance
SUSPENDED [UNANIMOUS]The location is non-operational and the Certificate of Insurance expired on May 1, 2026. At this time the Cease & Desist Order remains in effect until the applicants appear before the Board since this 2026 liquor license renewal has yet to be approved due to incomplete licensing requirements. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
16. JoRo LLC dba JoRo 114 Spruce Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
17. Kimberly Gilo dba Dolores 100 Hope Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Food Business License, Certificate of Insurance, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. The Food Business License has been re-instated, the Fire Department has provided approval, and the Cease & Desist Order issued on 4/16/2026 has been vacated. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
18. LA TULILA BAR Y RESTAURANT LLC dba LA TULILA BAR Y RESTAURANT 97 Academy Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Fire, Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Insurance
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
19. Mambo Sushi Restaurant & Lounge LLC dba Mambo Sushi Restaurant and Lounge 380 Atwells Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing
NOT HEARDThis license was issued prior to this hearing date & time.
20. Napoletani Hospitality LLC dba Dolce y Salute 209 Douglas Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
21. Passion Inc. dba Passion 568 Broad Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. The applicant states that this should be resolved by 5/6/26. Options for seeking a payment plan with the Municipal Collection Agency (MCA) have also been encouraged. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
22. PiANTA LLC dba Pianta 408 Atwells Avenue. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Certificate of Good Standing
NOT HEARDThis license was issued prior to this hearing date & time.
23. Punta Cana Investments LLC dba Punta Cana 500 Broad Street Suite 8B. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Licensing Renewal Fees
NOT HEARDThis license was issued prior to this hearing date & time.
24. Wooma Inc. dba Soban Korean Eatery 272 Thayer Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Insurance, City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. The applicant must also provide an updated renewed Certificate of Insurance by 5/7/2026 since it is expiring. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
25. CTC Inc. The Pontiac Tap 24 Pontiac Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Food Business License, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
26. JMA Inc. dba Mezzo 393 Charles Street. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, City Taxes, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 6/4/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued until 6/4/2026 unless the license is issued prior to this hearing date & time. Per the Attorney representing the applicant needs an ample amount of time to provide the Division of Taxation with the necessary documentation they're requesting amongst other things. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
27. Nandy's Lounge & Grill LLC dba Nandy's Lounge & Grill 996 Chalkstone Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Insurance
SUSPENDED [UNANIMOUS]This establishment is not operating and may not operate until a) appearance before the Board of Licenses to review & approve their renewal, b) a license is issued. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
28. Restaurante Maya Azteca Guatemala 264 Pocasset Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Fire, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
29. THPP Inc. dba Tammany Hall Pub 409 Atwells Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. The applicant failed to appear to provide a status update. A Conditional Cease & Desist Order has been issued for 5/7/2026 if the applicant does not appear in person. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
30. Watusi Inc. dba Rancho EZ 582 Cranston Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Licensing Renewal Fees
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Licensing Renewal Fees were remitted at the date & time of this hearing. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
31. Hartford Wines and Spirits dba Hartford Wines and Spirits 680 Hartford Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class A (Package Store). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, Certificate of Insurance
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
32. Liquor Store LLC dba Liquor Store 10 Silver Spring Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class A (Package Store). Incomplete 2026 Liquor Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week, unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Applicant stated that they would resolve the outstanding City Taxes by Monday 5/4/2026. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
33. Honduras Restaurant LLC dba Honduras Restaurant 175 Manton Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BL (Beer-Wine-Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Insurance, Certificate of Good Standing
NOT HEARDThis license was issued prior to this hearing date & time.
34. AJ Pharmacy LLC dba AJ Pharmacy 1017 Smith Street. Alcoholic Beverages Class E (Pharmacy). Incomplete 2026 liquor license renewal
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. The applicant failed to appear to provide a status update. A Conditional Cease & Desist Order has been issued for 5/7/2026 if the applicant does not appear in person. The only pending item is for the Certificate of Insurance to reflect the address of the location insured. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
35. K.S.S. Inc.dba The Stable 125 Washington Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food), Alcoholic Beverages Class N (Night Club). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing, City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week, unless the license is issued prior to the next hearing date & time. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
36. The Providence Turners dba The Providence Turners 118 Glenbridge Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class D (Social Club). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal, Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Continued to 5/7/2026 4:30 PM. Ayes: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa. Absent: Rogel, Quezada.
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