Providence Board of Licenses 2026-06-25
Minutes summary
From the minutes filed with the RI Secretary of State on August 06, 2026.
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The Providence Board of Licenses met on June 25, 2026, to review various license applications, renewals, and disciplinary matters. The Board approved a consent agenda of entertainment and special event permits, granted several new licenses, and suspended multiple liquor licenses due to incomplete renewals. Additionally, the Board found a violation against Paris LLC, imposing a fine and a reduction of operating hours.
What the body took up (31)
1. JBR LLC dba Platforms 165 Poe Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026- DJ/ Live Band
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
2. Laughing Gorilla LLC dba Troop 60 Valley Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
3. CV Rise LLC dba 1070 North 1070 North Main Street. Monthly Entertainment. July 2026 - DJ/LiveBands
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
4. 4th of July Carnival by Rockwell Amusements at 410 South Main Street. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129614- July 1-4, 2026 from 4:00p-10:00p and July 5, 2026 from 2:00p-10:00p
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
5. Cars and Coffee by Dario Smith at 404 Benefit Street. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Street Closing, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129619- June 28, 2026 from 8:00a-12:00p Street Closure on Transit Street from N Main Street on to Benefit Street
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
6. Lovera VIP Inc dba Lovera VIP 1266 Broad Street. Monthly Entertainment. Month of July 2026 DJ
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
7. Museum at Night at RISD Museum at 20 North Main Street. Block Party, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129726. Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 5pm-8pm. Class P Liquor License - RISD Caterers.
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
8. Kids Summer Day by Providence City Council at Webster Elementary. Entertainment, Food Truck, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129482- July 25, 2026 from 11:00a-2:00p Street closure on Webster Ave on to Clarence Street
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
9. Rolling wheels for Kids by Huascar Beato at 700 Chalkstone Avenue. Entertainment, Special Event Permit (ACT). Special Event Permit 129539- July 25, 2026 from 10:00a-1:00p
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
10. 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 from 6/18/2026.
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
11. A Wilhelm Scream at What Cheer Tavern. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Parking Lot. June 27, 2026 from 5:00p-9:00p. Temporary Use Permit applied for and approved.
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
12. Party with Genio by Genio trading name of Sonocent LTD at Farm Fresh RI. Alcohol Bev Class F-Ltd Nonprofit 1-day beer/wine, Entertainment. July 23, 2026 from 7:00p-12:00a
APPROVEDAYES: Mancini, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. ABSENT: Akinbi. [UNANIMOUS]
13. The Village of Providence LLC dba The Village 100 Fountain Street unit C2. Food Dispenser, Holiday Sales. No active license on file at the premises with the city.
SUSPENDEDThe Conditional Cease & Desist Order has gone into effect. A license has not been submitted and other than a Department of Health Food Business License, the applicant has shown no evidence of any other approvals to be allowed to continue to operate. The last time the applicant was before the Board for the same was December 2025. They will be allowed to resume operations administratively by the License Administrator once approvals are received. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
14. The RI Restaurant Group dba Bella Vista Restaurant 145 Spruce Street. New License. Entertainment, Expansion of Premises-Patio. DJ Bently on 6/28/2026 - Indoor & Outdoor 1:00P-10:00P
APPROVEDApproved by the Board under the new entertainment amendment changes approved in June 2026. This event is 1 of 9 for Temporary Entertainment outdoors for the location. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
15. KB Mart 545 Broad Street. New License. Food Dispenser, Holiday Sales. No active license on file at the premises with the city.
APPROVED PENDINGApproved pending since an application was submitted by the applicant to correct the licensing deficiency resulting the conditional cease & desist order to be rescinded at this time. They must, however, fulfill all of the requirements for a license to be issued. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
16. Navedo Auto Sales LLC dba Navedo Auto Sales 24 Victor Street. New License. Motor Vehicle Repair.
APPROVEDPreviously vetted on 6/11/2026. This matter was originally scheduled for 6/4/2026 and continued to 6/11/2026 to which the applicant appeared however, a clerical/technical issue arose. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
17. American Entertainment Corp. dba Avon Cinema 260 Thayer Street. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BL (Beer-Wine-Food).
APPROVEDMust provide TIP Certifications for all staff handling alcohol on the premises. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
18. Page & Parlour LLC dba Page & Parlour 150 Broadway. New License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food).
APPROVEDApproved conditional upon satisfying all requirements of a license including TIP Certifications for all staff handling alcohol. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
19. Mamasita Bar and Grille dba Mamasita 268 Pocasset Avenue. Alcoholic Beverages Class BX (2am Closing).
CONTINUED to 8/6/2026 4:30 PMThis BX (2am Closing) license request has been continued until the first week of August 2026 - For review. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
20. 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
SUSPENDEDLiquor service, sales and storage of all alcohol has been suspended due to an incomplete 2026 liquor license renewal. Food service only may resume. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
21. 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
SUSPENDEDApplicant failed to appear. An immediate Cease & Desist Order has been issued regarding all operations at the location. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
22. Gather LLC dba Gather LLC 519-521 Atwells Avenue. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal Certificate of Good Standing
APPROVEDEmail correspondence has been received and reviewed from the Division of Taxation to the applicant. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
23. 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
SUSPENDEDApplicant failed to appear. An immediate Cease & Desist Order has been issued regarding all operations at the location. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
24. 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
DECISION PENDINGA Conditional Cease & Desist Order has been issued effective Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, regarding all operations at the premises. Representing Counsel submitted a Motion for Stay to the Board to remain open status-quo which was subsequently denied. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
25. 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
SUSPENDEDLiquor service, sales and storage of all alcohol have been suspended due to an incomplete 2026 liquor license renewal. Food service only may resume. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
26. 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
DECISION PENDINGA Conditional Cease & Desist Order has been issued effective Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, regarding all operations at the premises. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
27. Passion Inc. dba Passion 568 Broad Street. Renewal License. Alcoholic Beverages Class BV (Full Liquor - Food). Incomplete 2026 Liquor License Renewal City Taxes
NOT HEARDThe liquor license renewal has been issued prior to this hearing date and time.
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
SUSPENDEDLiquor service, sales and storage of all alcohol have been suspended due to an incomplete 2026 liquor license renewal. Food service only may resume. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
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
DECISION PENDINGA Conditional Cease & Desist Order has been issued effective Tuesday, June 30th, 2026, regarding all operations at the premises. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
30. 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
SUSPENDEDApplicant failed to appear. An immediate Cease & Desist Order has been issued regarding all operations at the location. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
31. Paris LLC dba Paris 375 Smith Street. Regarding incident(s) of March 7, 2026, Case Report #26-18111. RIGL 3-5-21 - Breach by licensee of the conditions on which license was issued RIGL 3-5-23 Permitting place where alcohol is sold to become disorderly C.O. 14-193 (RIGL 5-22-1.1) - Entertainment without a license. C.O. 16-93 - Unnecessary, excessive, or offensive noise prohibited (Loud music)
VIOLATION FOUNDRecommendation Accepted: Issued the following penalties: 1. $2,000 Fine to be paid. 2. Two (2) week reduction of hours to 12:00AM from 6/19/2026 - 7/2/2026. The Board modified the two (2) week reduction of hours and approved to increase it to four (4) weeks as long as representing counsel agrees to the modified penalty. AYES: Mancini, Akinbi, Rogel, Ochoa, Quezada. [UNANIMOUS]
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