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City-imposed bar shutdown leads to bar's attempt at reopening as a restaurant

Bar was shut down by city officials in December after a series of violent occurrences.

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2025 September 8 . 6:50 PM

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City bar plans to resume operations as a restaurant following local authorities' closure

City-imposed bar shutdown leads to bar's attempt at reopening as a restaurant

The Taste of Brooklyn Sports Bar in Syracuse, New York, which was closed by city lawmakers in early December due to numerous complaints about criminal activity and noise, is attempting to reopen, but this time as a restaurant.

The reopening, if approved, could potentially address the concerns that led to its closure. The Syracuse Common Council unanimously voted to revoke the bar's special permits following numerous complaints from residents.

The closure of the bar during the holiday season was a significant blow to the local community. However, the reopening as a restaurant could bring a new lease of life to the establishment.

The owner of the bar, Charles Licamele, is hopeful about the reopening. The reopening is aimed at addressing the concerns raised by residents and is a response to the bar's previous closure.

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As the city of Syracuse moves forward, the reopening of Taste of Brooklyn Sports Bar as a restaurant will be closely watched. The bar's reopening, if approved, could have a significant impact on the local community and could potentially address the concerns that led to its closure.