Town to adopt BYOB policy

Maynard will implement a “Bring Your Own Beverage’’ policy for restaurants and businesses that do not have a liquor license, by March. The town is permitted to issue 27 liquor licenses. Town Administrator Michael Sullivan said at least four establishments have expressed interest in allowing customers to bring in beer and wine, including El Huipil at 51R Main St., Willy’s Phillys at 45 Main St., Cafe La Mattina at 1 Nason St., and an incoming group art studio. “Some of these restaurants are looking for some tool to entice the public to come in. We think that allowing [patrons] to carry in alcoholic beverages would work for them and we want them to grow,’’ said Sullivan. - Derek McLean