Boston Licensing Board Issues Three-Day Suspension for Repeat Violation of Serving Alcohol to Minors
- Meeting Overview:
In a detailed meeting of the Boston Licensing Board on June 25, 2026, a three-day suspension was handed down to Brood Intentions LLC for the repeated offense of serving alcohol to individuals under the age of 21. The meeting also addressed a range of other licensing issues, including approving various applications for common victual licenses and operational changes across the city.
The board’s decision to suspend Brood Intentions LLC followed scrutiny over a pattern of violations involving the service of alcohol to minors. It was noted that this was not the establishment’s first offense, which contributed to the board’s decision to impose a more significant penalty. The suspension serves as a warning to other establishments to adhere strictly to the laws governing the sale of alcohol, particularly to underage patrons.
In addition to the suspension, the board reviewed a series of incidents involving different establishments that had been subject to previous license premise inspections. Among these, notable discussions included those surrounding Broadway Restaurant LLC, operating as Loco Takaria and Oyster Bar. The establishment faced multiple incidents, including two separate assault and battery reports and an alleged case of overserving a patron who later passed out. However, the board found no violations in these cases, citing the establishment’s proactive measures such as calling 911 and the absence of observable intoxication upon police arrival.
Dorset Restaurant Group LLC, doing business as Landmark Public House, was involved in an incident where an employee assaulted a patron. While the situation was described as chaotic, the board acknowledged the staff’s attempts to deescalate the situation, resulting in no violation. This case also led to discussions on the importance of video evidence, with board members expressing a desire for improved video preservation in future inspections.
Further incidents were reviewed, such as at AMF Bowling Centers, Inc., noted for serving more drinks than allowed and for overcrowding, leading to a warning for the latter issue. Similarly, correspondence was decided for technical violations at Concord Entertainment Inc. and Bleacher Bar LLC regarding the context of opening day and serving drinks in buckets, respectively.
The board also made notable decisions regarding new licenses and operational changes. Among the approved applications, Greers LLC received a common victual license for the Peach Cobbler Factory, and similar approvals were granted to establishments such as Kasa Restaurant and Grill LLC and Tronova, Inc. for their respective locations. These approvals were part of a broader set of decisions, which included changes to managerial records and operational aspects for several business entities.
A&B Burgers Causeway LLC’s application to transfer its license to Sport and Leisure Boston LLC was one of the transactions that received unanimous approval. Additionally, the board approved the transfer of a license from FM Restaurant Signature Opco LLC, operating as Soul Mexican Cosina, to La Petite Maison Boston LLC, with a closing hour of 2 a.m. These transfers reflect ongoing changes in the city’s restaurant landscape.
The meeting also addressed a raft of petitions for changes in licenses, such as those from 1750 Washington, Inc., which sought to change its DBA to Novo Lantern, and the Boston Harbor Hotel, which petitioned for a managerial change. These petitions were approved without dissent.
Finally, the board took note of several deferred applications due to the lack of available licenses, such as those from Los Compadres Takaria Sport Bar and Tandoor Tales LLC. The deferral of these applications highlights the ongoing demand for licenses within the city.
Michelle Wu
Licensing Board Officials:
Liam Curran, Keeana Saxon, Kathleen Joyce, Daniel R. Green
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Meeting Type:
Licensing Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
06/25/2026
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Recording Published:
06/25/2026
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Duration:
39 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Massachusetts
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County:
Suffolk County
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Towns:
Boston
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