Alcohol license violation convictions — five establishments
Summary
Four businesses appeared on demerit-point violations, mostly for serving minors. Tipsy Taco didn't show, and the city attorney revealed prior gambling-machine points that could push the license over the limit — further action is likely.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 11
- Last 30 days
- 2
Rising — discussed at 4 meetings since Sep 9, 2026, up from 2 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Potential license suspensions could affect the businesses involved.
Residents benefit from licensed establishments being held accountable for underage service and closing-time compliance.
Businesses face demerit points that can threaten their liquor licenses.
Mentions & discussions (11)
Safety and Licensing Committee — October 28, 2026
Four establishments faced appearances for selling alcohol to minors. Two have no countable points due to the one-year look-back; Gypsy's 812 carries 80 countable points; Lombardi's didn't appear. More violations are already queued for future meetings.
Safety and Licensing Committee — October 14, 2026
Five establishments appeared on dispensing-to-minor or related violations. Rascal's Bar & Grill faces possible suspension with 160 countable points, and its owners raised concerns that calling police on an intoxicated patron led to the citation. No suspensions were imposed tonight.
Safety and Licensing Committee — September 23, 2026
Two restaurants appeared before the committee after violations — Antojitos Mexicanos for serving a minor and lacking a licensed bartender, and Sai Ram Indian Cuisine for an expired operator license. Both explained corrective steps; the police department offers free staff training.
Safety and Licensing Committee — September 9, 2026
Antojitos Mexicanos and Sai Ram Indian Cuisine were cited for dispensing alcohol to a minor and for having no licensed operator on premises — they'll be invited before the committee.
Safety and Licensing Committee — August 19, 2026
Three establishments appeared on demerit point violations — one for exceeding capacity and two for serving minors. Points accumulate toward potential license suspension, so repeat violations put these bars at real risk.
Safety and Licensing Committee — July 22, 2026
Three bars were convicted of serving alcohol to minors and one of exceeding posted capacity. They may be called before the committee later.
Safety and Licensing Committee — June 24, 2026
Sushi Lover at 527 W College Ave was convicted of dispensing alcohol to a minor; the business will likely be called before the committee to explain corrective measures.
Safety and Licensing Committee — May 13, 2026
Four businesses appeared on demerit-point violations, mostly for serving minors. Tipsy Taco didn't show, and the city attorney revealed prior gambling-machine points that could push the license over the limit — further action is likely.
Safety and Licensing Committee — March 11, 2026
Tipsy Turtle and the Appleton Yacht Club were convicted of dispensing alcohol to a minor, per the information item on the agenda. The report keeps the committee and public informed of licensees' violations.
Safety and Licensing Committee — February 11, 2026
Two local businesses — D2 Appleton and Newberry Mobil — faced demerit point violations on their alcohol licenses, and the committee took note of recent convictions at Fronteras and Quinto Sol Supermarket for operating without a licensed operator on premises. Demerit points can lead to license suspensions or fines if violations pile up.
Safety and Licensing Committee — January 14, 2026
Oneida BP and Missfits Tavern were cited for dispensing alcohol to a minor, reported as information items to the committee.
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