Restaurant under scrutiny after Patriots players' late-night party
By Steph Solis
Published on March 3, 2026.
George Helder Brandao, the owner of Estella on Temple Place, may face penalties for hosting Patriots players after hours in a pot- and hookah-filled celebration in January. The celebration was unexpected and broke several local laws and regulations, including indoor smoking and unlicensed adult entertainment. The Boston Licensing Board is set to vote on what penalties Brandaos could face. The party, which included strippers, a DJ, friends, and several hookahs, led to an investigation into a noise complaint. Police were initially issued citations for the sale of liquor after hours, but were eventually allowed downstairs to find evidence of the party. This isn't the first time Estella has been in trouble, with the board citing Brandae in 2024 for failing to cooperate with police during an incident in 2023.
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