License Commission 03/05/2026

The City of Worcester License Commission held a hybrid meeting on March 5, 2026, to review multiple liquor and entertainment license applications, change of manager requests, and related matters. Key procurement-related actions included approval of several one-day liquor and entertainment licenses for events such as the Worcester Caribbean American Heritage Festival and Arts Worcester exhibitions. The commission also approved new full liquor licenses for local restaurants including Rice Violet Inc and Tejano Restaurant Inc, with discussions clarifying entertainment and operational details. Change of manager requests for Worcester Club and Italian American World War Veterans post were addressed, with one postponed due to incomplete documentation. Additionally, the commission accepted the surrender of a liquor license for Double Down Brewing Company's tap room. The meeting included reminders about compliance with inspection requirements and coordination with police for event security. Motions to approve or postpone applications were unanimously passed by the commissioners present.