Providence Board of Licenses 2026-06-18
Minutes summary
From the minutes filed with the RI Secretary of State on June 23, 2026.
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At its meeting on June 18, 2026, the Providence Board of Licenses approved a consent agenda containing various monthly entertainment, special event, floor host, and vendor licenses. The Board also considered several individual applications for entertainment, expansion of premises, and temporary extended service hours for the Summer of Soccer, approving most while continuing others. Multiple incomplete liquor license renewals were continued for one week, and one renewal was not heard as it had been issued prior to the hearing.
What the body took up (53)
1. 127 Friendship Street LLC dba Medici 127 Friendship St. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
2. American Entertainment Corp dba Avon Cinema 260 Thayer Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - Movie Theatre
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
3. American Entertainment Corp dba Avon Cinema 260 Thayer Street. Monthly Entertainment. June 2026 - Movie Theatre
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
4. Archetype LLC dba Fete Music Hall 103 Dike Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
5. CalRay LLC dba Black Sheep 397 Westminster Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- Karaoke/ Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
6. Chestnut Street Enterprises LLC dba Alchemy 171 Chestnut Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
7. Club 73 LLC dba EGO Providence 73 Richmond Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - Monthly Entertainment - DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
8. East Side Restaurant Holdings LLC dba Sport & Leisure 108 North Main St. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
9. Solanchi Fernandez, LLC dba Ibiza Lounge 86 Summer Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of July 2026
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
10. Karaoke Box LLC dba The Boombox 122 Fountain Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - Karaoke
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
11. McWollehan LLC dba The Scurvy Dog 1718 Wesminster Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. Scurvy Dog Parking Lot Mega Show on June 18, 2026 from 2:00p-12:00a
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
12. Moonshine Hospitality LLC dba Moonshine Hospitality 52 Pine Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 -Live Bands
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
13. Mi Sueno Inc dba Mi Sueno 1070 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - DJ (Late Submittal)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
14. Providence Performing Arts Center dba PPAC 220 Weybosset Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - Theatrical Performance
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
15. Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba Sarto100 Dorrance Street. Expansion of Premises-Patio, Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
16. Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba Rooftop 100 Dorrance Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
17. Restaurant Associates of Providence IV LLC dba G Pub 100 Dorrance Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 DJ/Dancing Jazz Performers
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
18. RI Cranston Entertainment Inc dba Wonderland 257 Allens Avenue. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - Adult Entertainment/DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
19. RAG Inc dba The Parlour 1119 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
20. Trinity Beerworks Inc dba Trinity Brewhouse 186 Fountain Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 DJ
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
21. Strand Entertainment Group, LLC dba The Strand Ballroom & Theatre 79 Washington Street. Renewal License. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ/Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
22. 51st Cape Verdean Independence Festival by RI Cape Verdean Heritage at India Point Park. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT), Vendor. Special Event Permit 129529- July 5, 2026 from 2:00p-7:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
23. WBNA & Farm Fresh Concerts series in the park by Farm Fresh RI & WBNA at Dexter park. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT), Vendor. Special Event Permit 129532- 6/11/2026 , 7/9/2026, 8/13/2026, 9/10/2026 from 5:00p-7:00p (Class P - Moniker Brewery)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
24. Climate Ready TOGETHER Graduation by Providence Resilience Partnership at Farm Fresh. Entertainment. June 24, 2026 from 6:00p-8:00p
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
25. Eddison Rojas Diaz Providence RI. Floor Host.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
26. Brenda el Diaz Providence RI. Floor Host.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
27. Vanessa m Gonzalez Zaragoza Providence RI. Vendor.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
28. Elmwood Liquors Inc dba Elmwood Liquors 801 Elmwood Avenue. Permanent Expansion of Premises.
29. Valley Vibes by WaterFire Providence at 475 Valley Street. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment. 7/2, 7/9, 7/16, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 from 5:00p- 9:00p
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. Applicant was not present. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
30. Brivas LLC dba Live PVD 1204 Broad Street. 3AM Soft Closing, Monthly Entertainment. 1) Month of July 2026. 2) Special 3am Soft Closing Permit requests for 7/17/2026, 7/25/2026 & July 3, 2026. (AMENDED)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Added July 3, 2026, as a 3am Soft Closing with the condition of obtaining a Police Detail for this day. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
31. Gold lounge restaurant LLC at 727 Cranston Street. Expansion of Premises-Patio, Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ/Live Band
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Seeking to add tables & chairs in a small area within the fenced area of the establishment. No DJ outside per the applicant. Required to have 8 security personnel and 10 tables. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
32. JMA Inc dba Primecut Restaurant Mezzo Lounge 393 Charles Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ ( 18+)
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
33. La Palmera Club Billar LLC dba La Palmera Club 43 Bucklin Street. Monthly Entertainment, Temporary Seasonal Expansion -- Patio. July 2026 DJ/ Live Band Indoor / Outdoor
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]DJ's and music outdoors in adjacent lot from 2-10pm outdoors. Inside opens at 9pm. Must adhere and be cognitive of capacity limits indoors. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
34. Yellow Cup Weekend by Mujo Events LLC at 195 District Park. Alcohol Bev Class F-Full Nonprofit 1-day Liquor, Entertainment, Food Truck, Vendor. Special Event Permit 129292- July 25, 2026 from 4:00p-9:00p Street Closure on Ship Street to Dyer Street on to Chestnut Street
APPROVED PENDING [UNANIMOUS]Approved Pending City Services (Art, Culture & Tourism) final review. Northeastern Security, 21+ event, ID Checks, & Twenty (20) TIP Certified Bartenders. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
35. Julianna's Restaurant LLC dba Julianna's 187 Pocasset Avenue. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
36. La Tulila Bar Restaurant LLC dba La Tulila 97 Academy Avenue. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
37. Laughing Gorilla LLC dba Troop 60 Valley Street. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
38. Mamacita Bar and Grill LLC dba Mamacita Bar and Grill 200 Exchange Street. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
39. Medusa Hookah Lounge LLC dba Medusa Hookah Lounge 648 Potters Avenue.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
40. Solanchi Fernandez dba Ibiza 90 Summer Street. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes).
41. Zayas Entertainment LLC dba Exotico 307 Manton Avenue. New License.
APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]Approved dates: June 22, June 26, July 2, 2026. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
42. Bukanas Sports Bar Inc. dba Bukanas Sports Bar 188 Plainfield Street. Renewal License. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
43. CTC Inc. The Pontiac Tap 24 Pontiac Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
44. Gather LLC dba Gather LLC 519-521 Atwells Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
45. JoRo LLC dba JoRo 114 Spruce Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
46. JMA Inc. dba Mezzo 393 Charles Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
47. Kimberly Gilo dba Dolores 100 Hope Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
48. K.S.S. Inc.dba The Stable 125 Washington Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
49. Passion Inc. dba Passion 568 Broad Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Certificate of Good Standing City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
50. Restaurante Maya Azteca Guatemala 264 Pocasset Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages. Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
51. The Providence Turners dba The Providence Turners 118 Glenbridge Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Certificate of Good Standing
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
52. THPP Inc. dba Tammany Hall Pub 409 Atwells Avenue. Renewal License. Certificate of Good Standing City Taxes
CONTINUED [UNANIMOUS]Next: 6/25/2026 4:30 PM. This matter has been continued for one (1) week. Moved by Adewole T. Akinbi, seconded by Tiana Ochoa. Vote: Mancini, Akinbi, Ochoa, Quezada (Ayes); Rogel (Absent).
53. Wooma Inc. dba Soban Korean Eatery 272 Thayer Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Certificate of Good Standing
NOT HEARDThe liquor license renewal was issued prior to this hearing date & time.
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