Earlier this year, it was reported that a high-end seafood restaurant in Boston was in danger of losing its home and that it might have to move. Now we have learned that not only will it remain in its current space, but it has also acquired a liquor license from a legendary dining spot that shut down at the end of last year.
A message sent to us indicates that Mooncusser Fish House will be able to keep its space on Stuart Street, so it apparently won't be replaced by a proposed dispensary after all--and a corresponding press release also mentions that the restaurant has acquired a full liquor license from L'Espalier, allowing it to be able to service cocktails and spirits. (Up until now, the place has only been able to serve beer and wine.) In March, it was announced that Mooncusser might have to move to the former Flash's Cocktails space next door because Patriot Care had been looking to open a dispensary in the restaurant's space.
Mooncusser, which first opened in July of 2017, also has a more casual spot within the space called Moon Bar (which also comes under the full liquor license), as well as Cusser's Roast Beef & Seafood. The website for Mooncusser is at http://www.mooncusserfishhouse.com/
[Earlier Article]
Mooncusser Fish House in Boston May Be Replaced by a Dispensary; Could Move to Flash's Space
by Marc Hurwitz (Also follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston)
[Related article from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): Twelve Seafood Dishes from Boston-Area and New England Restaurants]
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Thursday, October 06, 2016
City of Boston Says "No" to Full Liquor Licenses for Five North End Restaurants
Several restaurants in Boston's North End that had been hoping to get full liquor licenses have gotten some bad news from the city.
According to a Twitter post from Universal Hub, the Boston Licensing Board has denied all requests for all-alcohol licenses in the neighborhood this morning, saying that the board feels the North End is "well served with liquor already, saturated, even." UH confirms that the five dining spots (as mentioned in an earlier northendwaterfront.com article) that will not be receiving the full liquor licenses are Antico Forno, Carmelina's, Crudo, Strega, and Terramia. The earlier article states that these were "new and upgraded" licenses that would have allowed these dining spots to offer more than just beer, wine, and cordials.
It appears that the North End restaurants could apply for the licenses again in the future, or--as Universal Hub tells us--they could try to purchase existing ones on the open market.
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According to a Twitter post from Universal Hub, the Boston Licensing Board has denied all requests for all-alcohol licenses in the neighborhood this morning, saying that the board feels the North End is "well served with liquor already, saturated, even." UH confirms that the five dining spots (as mentioned in an earlier northendwaterfront.com article) that will not be receiving the full liquor licenses are Antico Forno, Carmelina's, Crudo, Strega, and Terramia. The earlier article states that these were "new and upgraded" licenses that would have allowed these dining spots to offer more than just beer, wine, and cordials.
It appears that the North End restaurants could apply for the licenses again in the future, or--as Universal Hub tells us--they could try to purchase existing ones on the open market.
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[Note: Please join the Friends of Boston's Hidden Restaurants Facebook Group Page to get more info on dining spots and also chat with others about Boston-area restaurants.]
Thursday, December 03, 2015
Eataly Looking to Purchase Liquor License of Dempsey's Bar and Grill in Hyde Park
A mammoth Italian emporium that is on its way to Boston's Back Bay is looking to purchase a liquor license--and it could be coming from an obscure watering hole in one of the city's neighborhoods.
Universal Hub is reporting that Eataly, which is going to be opening within the Prudential Center, may be getting its license from Dempsey's Bar and Grill in Hyde Park, with a hearing on the proposed transfer taking place next Wednesday. It is not known if the River Street drinking spot will remain in business--and as UH says, the place could possibly acquire a neighborhood-specific license--though it appears that this might not be the case because there is no such hearing on the agenda. (These types of swaps usually entail a license sale and a request for a hearing on a new license within the same day, according to Universal Hub.)
[December 9 update: A Twitter post from @ConciergeBoston indicates that the price tag for the liquor license that would be transferred from Dempsey's to Eataly is $385,000. (The hearing on the proposed transfer is taking place this morning.)]
Eataly will be a multi-floor complex in the Pru with approximately 45,000 square feet of space, including a market, several dining spots, and more; expect to see it open in late 2016.
[Earlier Article]
Mario Batali's Eataly Will Open at the Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay
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[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
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Universal Hub is reporting that Eataly, which is going to be opening within the Prudential Center, may be getting its license from Dempsey's Bar and Grill in Hyde Park, with a hearing on the proposed transfer taking place next Wednesday. It is not known if the River Street drinking spot will remain in business--and as UH says, the place could possibly acquire a neighborhood-specific license--though it appears that this might not be the case because there is no such hearing on the agenda. (These types of swaps usually entail a license sale and a request for a hearing on a new license within the same day, according to Universal Hub.)
[December 9 update: A Twitter post from @ConciergeBoston indicates that the price tag for the liquor license that would be transferred from Dempsey's to Eataly is $385,000. (The hearing on the proposed transfer is taking place this morning.)]
Eataly will be a multi-floor complex in the Pru with approximately 45,000 square feet of space, including a market, several dining spots, and more; expect to see it open in late 2016.
[Earlier Article]
Mario Batali's Eataly Will Open at the Prudential Center in Boston's Back Bay
Follow us on Twitter at @hiddenboston
[A related post from our sister site (Boston's Hidden Restaurants): List of Restaurant Closings and Openings in the Boston Area]
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Deal Reached on Bill That Would Create 75 New Liquor Licenses for Boston Neighborhoods
It looks like Boston--and specifically, neighborhoods of Boston--could have more places to get a drink in the future.
BostInno is reporting that a House and Senate committee has agreed on a bill that would add 75 liquor licenses to be used in "main street districts" of the city, or places such as Roslindale Village, Fields Corner, Dudley Square, Upham's Corner, the center of Jamaica Plain, Allston Village, and a number of other spots throughout the city. The article says that one stipulation is that any license issued to a restaurant or bar would not be allowed to be transferred to another neighborhood of the city.
Universal Hub also mentions that the bill would allow new licenses to be issued not only in main street districts, but also in urban renewal areas, empowerment zones and municipal harbor plan areas, which means that an area such as the South Boston waterfront would be included, since it is considered a municipal harbor plan area.
[August 14 update: According to a Twitter post from @BostonMagazine, Governor Patrick has signed the Economic Redevelopment Bill that includes the addition of 75 liquor licenses for the city.]
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BostInno is reporting that a House and Senate committee has agreed on a bill that would add 75 liquor licenses to be used in "main street districts" of the city, or places such as Roslindale Village, Fields Corner, Dudley Square, Upham's Corner, the center of Jamaica Plain, Allston Village, and a number of other spots throughout the city. The article says that one stipulation is that any license issued to a restaurant or bar would not be allowed to be transferred to another neighborhood of the city.
Universal Hub also mentions that the bill would allow new licenses to be issued not only in main street districts, but also in urban renewal areas, empowerment zones and municipal harbor plan areas, which means that an area such as the South Boston waterfront would be included, since it is considered a municipal harbor plan area.
[August 14 update: According to a Twitter post from @BostonMagazine, Governor Patrick has signed the Economic Redevelopment Bill that includes the addition of 75 liquor licenses for the city.]
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Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Gov. Patrick Proposes to Lift Cap on Liquor Licenses Throughout the State
It looks like the cap on liquor licenses in cities and towns across the state could be disappearing if the governor gets his way.
According to an article within the masslive.com site, Gov. Deval Patrick is proposing to get rid of the cap on licenses, with the plan apparently being set forth to make it easier for restaurants and liquor stores to open in communities throughout Massachusetts--and also to compete better with neighboring states. The post says that the proposal--which is part of an economic development bill--would turn over full control of the licensing process to local officials.
The article mentions that the proposal was discussed yesterday, with mayors, selectmen, and other local officials meeting with the governor's administration to talk about the plan as well as other budgetary and issues concerning the state.
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According to an article within the masslive.com site, Gov. Deval Patrick is proposing to get rid of the cap on licenses, with the plan apparently being set forth to make it easier for restaurants and liquor stores to open in communities throughout Massachusetts--and also to compete better with neighboring states. The post says that the proposal--which is part of an economic development bill--would turn over full control of the licensing process to local officials.
The article mentions that the proposal was discussed yesterday, with mayors, selectmen, and other local officials meeting with the governor's administration to talk about the plan as well as other budgetary and issues concerning the state.
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Wednesday, February 05, 2014
Kingfish Hall's Liquor License May Be Going to Beer Works in Boston
It looks like a dining spot owned by a celebrity chef that closed in the spring of 2012 could be transferring its liquor license to a local group of restaurants and breweries.
A Licensing Board page on the City of Boston website indicates that the now-shuttered Kingfish Hall in Faneuil Hall has petitioned to transfer its All Alcoholic Beverages License to the location of Beer Works on Canal Street near North Station. Todd English, who was behind Kingfish Hall, has been in the news of late, as the Charlestown location of his Figs restaurant stopped serving alcohol last month and is apparently in the process of being able to serve once again. In addition, Isabelle's Curly Cakes, a Beacon Hill shop that he and his daughter run, closed for renovations last month, with plans for the place being unknown at this point in time. It had also been reported by Universal Hub last month that Rouse Co., which manages Faneuil Hall, is trying to recoup more than $800,000 in back rent and interest stemming from Kingfish Hall.
The hearing on the liquor license transfer will take place on Wednesday, February 12.
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A Licensing Board page on the City of Boston website indicates that the now-shuttered Kingfish Hall in Faneuil Hall has petitioned to transfer its All Alcoholic Beverages License to the location of Beer Works on Canal Street near North Station. Todd English, who was behind Kingfish Hall, has been in the news of late, as the Charlestown location of his Figs restaurant stopped serving alcohol last month and is apparently in the process of being able to serve once again. In addition, Isabelle's Curly Cakes, a Beacon Hill shop that he and his daughter run, closed for renovations last month, with plans for the place being unknown at this point in time. It had also been reported by Universal Hub last month that Rouse Co., which manages Faneuil Hall, is trying to recoup more than $800,000 in back rent and interest stemming from Kingfish Hall.
The hearing on the liquor license transfer will take place on Wednesday, February 12.
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Monday, February 27, 2012
Lincoln May Get Three Liquor Licenses
A mostly rural northwest suburb of Boston that is basically dry might be a little less dry soon, depending on what voters have to say about the matter.
According to the Lincoln Journal and Wicked Local, the town of Lincoln is considering having three liquor licenses issued, which, if approved by voters, would go to a restaurant (AKA Bistro), a market (Donelan's), and a residential community (The Groves). AKA Bistro is currently able to serve beer and wine, but this license would allow them to sell liquor, while the license for Donelan's would allow the market to carry beer and wine. As for The Groves, the license would let the residential complex serve alcohol at various events that are held there.
The article mentions that if voters ok the issuance of liquor licenses on March 26 (and the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission subsequently approves it), it would be the first time in approximately 250 years that folks could buy a bottle of beer or wine in a store in Lincoln.
For more information on this story, please go to the Lincoln Journal/Wicked Local link below.
Lincoln voters to consider three liquor licenses
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According to the Lincoln Journal and Wicked Local, the town of Lincoln is considering having three liquor licenses issued, which, if approved by voters, would go to a restaurant (AKA Bistro), a market (Donelan's), and a residential community (The Groves). AKA Bistro is currently able to serve beer and wine, but this license would allow them to sell liquor, while the license for Donelan's would allow the market to carry beer and wine. As for The Groves, the license would let the residential complex serve alcohol at various events that are held there.
The article mentions that if voters ok the issuance of liquor licenses on March 26 (and the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission subsequently approves it), it would be the first time in approximately 250 years that folks could buy a bottle of beer or wine in a store in Lincoln.
For more information on this story, please go to the Lincoln Journal/Wicked Local link below.
Lincoln voters to consider three liquor licenses
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012
A Liquor License Issued for...a Danvers Toy Store? Not Exactly...
The folks behind a toy store in Danvers are now the proud owners of a liquor license...more or less.
According to the Danvers Herald and Wicked Local, the owners of the Green Elephant Toy Store on Elm Street recently started receiving calls from people wondering why they had been given a liquor license. It turns out that restaurant businessperson John "Jack" Mammola was looking to reopen a now-closed eatery called Natalie's, with the original plan apparently being to move into the space where the toy store currently resides (the Green Elephant Toy Store opened last September). The article mentions that, according to a state representative, a final hearing came up on the restaurant shortly after the toy store opened and the owner "came to the hearing and testified on September 20 that he was going to open Natalie's...at 13 Elm Street. Mr. Mammola never communicated to me that 13 Elm Street was by then a toy store." The rep went on to say that "The liquor license is good for that location and only for Natalie's Incorporated...so the license cannot be transferred to another location or to another person." Mammola subsequently told the Salem Evening News that the planned new home for Natalie's is at 2 High Street.
So what does it all mean? Well, since beer and Elmo dolls don't exactly go hand in hand, the only thing for sure is that the license will not be used at 13 Elm Street for the foreseeable future.
For more information on this story, please go to the Danvers Herald/Wicked Local link below.
License for confusion: Plans for Natalie's Restaurant to return to Danvers on hold
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According to the Danvers Herald and Wicked Local, the owners of the Green Elephant Toy Store on Elm Street recently started receiving calls from people wondering why they had been given a liquor license. It turns out that restaurant businessperson John "Jack" Mammola was looking to reopen a now-closed eatery called Natalie's, with the original plan apparently being to move into the space where the toy store currently resides (the Green Elephant Toy Store opened last September). The article mentions that, according to a state representative, a final hearing came up on the restaurant shortly after the toy store opened and the owner "came to the hearing and testified on September 20 that he was going to open Natalie's...at 13 Elm Street. Mr. Mammola never communicated to me that 13 Elm Street was by then a toy store." The rep went on to say that "The liquor license is good for that location and only for Natalie's Incorporated...so the license cannot be transferred to another location or to another person." Mammola subsequently told the Salem Evening News that the planned new home for Natalie's is at 2 High Street.
So what does it all mean? Well, since beer and Elmo dolls don't exactly go hand in hand, the only thing for sure is that the license will not be used at 13 Elm Street for the foreseeable future.
For more information on this story, please go to the Danvers Herald/Wicked Local link below.
License for confusion: Plans for Natalie's Restaurant to return to Danvers on hold
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Wednesday, November 16, 2011
12 Years Later, a Back Bay Restaurant Remains Unopened (and May Lose Its Liquor License)
A proposed restaurant in the Back Bay of Boston that remains unopened after 12 years may finally be seeing its days numbered, as a state rep is looking to take away the spot's liquor license.
According to Universal Hub, restaurateur Joe Cimino recently requested that he be able to receive six to nine more months to open Saratoga restaurant on Fairfield Street, but state Rep. Marty Walz feels that it is time to give the license to someone else, as Cimino has had six years to open the place--and the previous owner also had six years of holding the license without opening a restaurant.
Universal Hub mentions that Boston has a limited number of liquor licenses, and complicating this case further is the fact that the licensing board also grants the wishes of the Back Bay Neighborhood Association in having an informal limit on the number of licenses in the Back Bay.
The board will decide tomorrow whether to revoke the license for Saratoga restaurant.
The address in question is 41 Fairfield Street, Boston, MA, 02116.
For more information on this story, please go to the Universal Hub link below.
State rep demands revocation of liquor license for Back Bay restaurant that's sat unopened for more than a decade
Thanks to MC Slim JB for bringing this to our attention.
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According to Universal Hub, restaurateur Joe Cimino recently requested that he be able to receive six to nine more months to open Saratoga restaurant on Fairfield Street, but state Rep. Marty Walz feels that it is time to give the license to someone else, as Cimino has had six years to open the place--and the previous owner also had six years of holding the license without opening a restaurant.
Universal Hub mentions that Boston has a limited number of liquor licenses, and complicating this case further is the fact that the licensing board also grants the wishes of the Back Bay Neighborhood Association in having an informal limit on the number of licenses in the Back Bay.
The board will decide tomorrow whether to revoke the license for Saratoga restaurant.
The address in question is 41 Fairfield Street, Boston, MA, 02116.
For more information on this story, please go to the Universal Hub link below.
State rep demands revocation of liquor license for Back Bay restaurant that's sat unopened for more than a decade
Thanks to MC Slim JB for bringing this to our attention.
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