How much does a liquor license cost in Boston Massachusetts?

Answer 1

$250,000 for a full liquor license, $50,000-$100,000 for a beer & wine license, $1,500 - $2,000 annual renewal fee

It actually depends on the location of the venue with in the city. A liquor license for an establishment in the back Bay area will cost considerably more than a license for an establishment in Fanuiel Hall for example. When the economy was booming, people were asking for upwards of $450k for a license in the Back Bay and around $250k-$350k elsewhere. Now given the current economy, prices are drastically lower. Recent prices for Fanuiel Hall were around $180k. It's not the price you need to worry about. Obtaining a MA L.L. is extreme time consuming and difficult. Best option (unless you're well-conected) is to hire a law firm that specializes in this exact area, there are a couple firms in Boston that specialize in this. It's obviously an additional expense but if it gets you the license then it's more then worth it.