Boulder Beverage Licensing Authority Suspends Fringe Pizza Liquor License for Two Days

Boulder’s Beverage Licensing Authority has decided to impose a two-day suspension on the liquor license of Fringe Pizza, a local eatery, following a violation of alcohol service regulations. The decision was made during a public hearing on July 18, 2025, where the authority reviewed the circumstances surrounding the violation.

Dewey Brown, the owner of Fringe Pizza, acknowledged that this was the restaurant's first offense in five years of operation. He emphasized the establishment's commitment to compliance, noting that the staff member involved in the violation has since undergone additional training and that the restaurant has reinforced its policies regarding the legal drinking age.

The authority's deliberation highlighted the restaurant's clean record and proactive response to the incident. Members expressed appreciation for the swift actions taken by the restaurant to address the violation, including daily reminders to staff about the legal drinking age and the implementation of ongoing training.

While the board initially considered a fine in lieu of the suspension, they ultimately decided against it, citing the importance of maintaining the integrity of the disciplinary process. The two-day suspension will require Fringe Pizza to halt alcohol service but will allow the restaurant to remain open for food service.

The suspension is set to begin soon, with the authority encouraging the restaurant to determine the exact dates. This decision underscores the authority's commitment to enforcing liquor laws while also recognizing the efforts of businesses to rectify mistakes and maintain compliance.