Reveal License Commission approves multiple alcohol licenses for local venues

The Revere License Commission held its regular meeting on June 18, 2025, addressing several key applications for licenses that will impact local events and businesses.

The meeting began with the American Legion Post 61249's application for seven one-day malt, wine, and common victuals licenses. These licenses will allow the Legion to host a barbecue and beer garden on the lawn at 249 Broadway during the city's summer concert series on Sundays from June 29 to August 10, with a rain date set for August 17. The expected attendance for each event is around 100 people. The commission unanimously approved the application after confirming that the Legion has successfully hosted similar events for the past six years without issues.

Next, the commission reviewed a change of officers and managers for the American Legion Post, which was also approved without opposition. Jerry Amori will take over as manager, with no changes to the club's operations.

The McClellan Highway Development Corporation presented an application for twelve one-day malt licenses for beer pop-up events at Suffolk Downs Boulevard, scheduled for Thursdays from July 10 to September 25. The events will feature live music and food trucks, with an expected attendance of 200 people per event. The commission approved this application, noting that it marks the first year of these Thursday night activities.

Additionally, GA Restaurant 2 Inc, operating as Santorini's, sought to amend its entertainment license to allow outdoor TV and radio from 8 AM to 10 PM, along with live music performances outside once or twice a week. This amendment was also approved, ensuring that the restaurant can enhance its outdoor dining experience.

Finally, Linen Bend Inc applied for a transfer of the malt wine restaurant license from Utaka Inc, changing the license category to all alcohol for its location at 339 Squire Road. The proposed hours of operation are from 11:30 AM to 11 PM daily, with seating for 99 patrons and background music as the only entertainment. The commission is currently reviewing this application.

Overall, the meeting highlighted the commission's support for local events and businesses, facilitating community engagement through approved licenses for various activities throughout the summer.