Title
Liquor License - Eye Candy's - District 5
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 345707.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jovan Travis, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
3790 Grand Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-3
Council District: 5
This request is for a new liquor license for a topless bar. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location currently has an active Adult Cabaret license without liquor sales, issued by the City of Phoenix.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is June 22, 2025.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, a spirituous liquor license shall be issued only after satisfactory showing of the capability, qualifications and reliability of the applicant and that the public convenience and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance. If an application is filed for the issuance of a license for a location, that on the date the application is filed has a valid license of the same series issued at that location, there shall be a rebuttable presumption that the public convenience and best interest of the community at that location was established at the time the location was previously licensed. The presumption shall not apply once the licensed location has not been in use for more than 180 days.
Other Active Liquor License Interest in Arizona
This applicant does not hold an interest in any other active liquor license in the State of Arizona.
Public Opinion
One valid letter supporting the issuance of this license has been received and is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. The letter is from the Alhambra Neighborhood Association. They have entered into a good neighbor agreement with the applicant and believe the applicant is willing to help make the neighborhood a good place to live.
Applicant’s Statement
The applicant submitted the following statement in support of this application. Spelling, grammar and punctuation in the statement are shown exactly as written by the applicant on the City Questionnaire.
I have the capability, reliability and qualifications to hold a liquor license because:
“I have ownership and operate several businesses and have done so for many years. I have operated this location as an adult entertainment venue without incident for eight months. I have taken Title IV Basic and Management training and am confident I have the experience and knowledge to comply with Title IV liquor law and City of Phoenix requirements.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“I have spoke face to face with many of the leaders within our community concerning the matter and have taken active steps to address all concerns including heightened security tactics and increased community support efforts. A successful rapport has been established between our company and the neighborhood association which we will continue."
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application noting the applicant must resolve any pending City of Phoenix building and zoning requirements, and be in compliance with the City of Phoenix Code and Ordinances.
Attachments
Attachment A - Eye Candy's - Data
Attachment B - Eye Candy's - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.