New Gonzales Business Receives Temporary Alcohol Sales License

By Toms Collins | 2026-04-16

Gonzales, CA – The business district of Gonzales has gained a new player with the recent issuance of an alcohol sales license by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The license, granted on April 16, 2026, goes to La Casa, located at 800 5th St, Unit 3.

The business, operating under the name La Casa 800 LLC, is classified as Temporarily Unclassified, a designation that will be reviewed and updated by the ABC. The application process, overseen by the Office of Application 26 – SALINAS BUSINESS NAME LA CASA, involved detailed information regarding the business’s ownership and management.

Mihirkumar Babubhai Patel, listed as the Managing Member, is the primary owner of the operation. The business is situated within a vibrant, though relatively compact, business district of Gonzales, a town with a population of approximately 5,706. The area is characterized by a mix of established retail establishments and newer businesses, contributing to a dynamic local economy.

The license specifically permits the sale of beer and wine within the establishment. The ABC has indicated that it typically takes up to six weeks to finalize the expiration date updates following the submission of renewal fees.

The issuance of this license represents a significant development for the Gonzales business district and underscores the ongoing growth and diversification of the local economy.

800 5th St, Unit 3, Gonzales, CA, 93926

Map: La Casa, 800 5Th St, Unit 3, Gonzales, Ca 93926