Alcohol compliance checks were performed in Fargo on Friday, March 27, 2026. In total, 13 businesses were checked and 11 passed, resulting in an 85% compliance rate.
Fargo Cass Public Health (FCPH) appreciates the cooperation of the business communities across Cass County. Several times per year, FCPH partners with local law enforcement agencies to carry out alcohol compliance checks in Fargo, West Fargo, and Cass County. The intent of the checks is to ensure alcohol retailers are not selling any alcohol to minors. Licensed alcohol retailers are encouraged to periodically review City Ordinances and state laws related to the sale of alcohol and to include this important information in training for new employees.
Fargo businesses that failed:
• Chili’s – 3902 13th Avenue South – second fail in one year
• El Agave – 2581 45th Street South – first fail in one year
Penalties in Fargo:
• First offense - $500 penalty.
• Second offense - $750 penalty.
• Third offense - $1,000 penalty - for Class "AB", "A" and "B" license holders, one day suspension of license (liquor sales only) with the date selected by licensee within thirty (30) days of either occurrence of the offense or final decision upon appeal. For all other classes of liquor licenses, two days suspension of liquor sales only.
Additional information about penalties, including revocation, suspension and sanctions, can be found on the Fargo Municipal Code website.