Licensing Board
Our office is closed to the public. You can reach our staff Monday through Friday, between 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., at 617-635-4170 or by email licensingboard@boston.gov.
COVID-19 updates:
- Starting on Monday, June 22, indoor dining can begin at restaurants. Read our indoor dining advisory.
- We created an online form if you would like to temporarily extend your licensed premise onto outdoor space.
We grant and regulate various types of alcohol and food licenses for restaurants, nightclubs, and other establishments in Boston. We also hold hearings on violations and license applications. Learn more about the Licensing Board, and its members.
Contact
1 City Hall Square
Room 809
Room 809
Boston, MA
02201-2035
Temporary COVID-19 hours
City Hall is only open to the public on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
News
News
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Licensing Board advisory on indoor dining at restaurants
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City holding comment period, public hearing for Boston Cannabis Board draft rules and regulations
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Hearings and Meetings
Hearings and Meetings
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CANCELED: Licensed Premise Inspectional hearing
Licensing Board information
The Licensing Board grants and regulates various types of alcohol and food licenses for restaurants, nightclubs, and other establishments in Boston.
Licensing Board informationResources
Resources
Advisory regarding consumption of marijuana at a licensed premise
Best practices in public safety for nightclubs and other licensed premises
MA Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission
Secretary of State Office
Forms and Applications
License Fees