Thanks to work from its state lawmakers on Beacon Hill, Hudson now has five additional alcohol licenses to hand out with the hope to welcoming in new restaurants to its thriving downtown area.
The town had been running low on alcohol licenses, which has thwarted attempts from restaurateurs seeking to open in the small town that boasts a vibrant food and drink scene.
State Rep. Kate Hogan and Sen. Jamie Eldridge worked to pass legislation to give the town three years to hand out the five licenses. If awarded, the licenses would last forever. Any that go unawarded will expire after three years, according to Executive Assistant Thomas Moses.
“We have inquiries all the time from new restaurants,” he said.
The town’s foodie scene is anchored by Rail Trail Flatbread Co. and the owners’ other concepts like New City Microcreamery and speakeasy Less Than Greater Than. Recent newcomers include Kith & Kin and Welly’s.
In addition, the downtown area is home to two breweries, Medusa Brewing Co. and Ground Effect Brewing Co. Rumors of another beermaker hoping to open in the area have been circulating, Moses said.
Conico, another concept from the owners of Armsby Abbey in Hudson, is also looking to open the restaurant in downtown area.
