West Hartford Restaurant Cited By State Over Loitering, Smoking Violations

WEST HARTFORD, CT — An upscale Mexican eatery in West Hartford was recently fined, and its liquor license was suspended briefly due to violations cited by the state.

The state Department of Consumer Protection's Liquor Control Commission has suspended the liquor permit for El Santo Mezcal Tequila, located at 970 Farmington Ave. in West Hartford.

The permit, state officials said, will be suspended for one day on March 23.

This action follows a resolution concerning issues identified by the state agency.

The establishment also paid a fine of $1,000 as part of the resolution.

The suspension addresses specific violations of state statutes and regulations.

These include Section 30-90, which pertains to loitering on permit premises.

Additionally, the establishment was cited under Section zzz30-6-A24 (a), which governs the conduct of permit premises and unlawful conduct, specifically referencing smoking.

The Liquor Control Commission is responsible for regulating the sale of alcoholic beverages within the state of Connecticut.

This includes issuing permits, enforcing compliance with state laws and regulations, and investigating alleged violations.