Title
Liquor License - Molcaxete Cocina Mexicana - District 3
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 322897.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Ruby Rubio, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
12801 N. Cave Creek Road
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 3
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is February 21, 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
No protest or support letters were received within the 20-day public comment period.
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:
“As owner and operator of the Molcaxete Cocina Mexicana Ruby Rubio is committed to upholding the highest standards for 'business practices & employees.' Ms. Rubio has been trained in the techniques of legal & responsibility and has taken the title IV liquor training course and will oversee all employees & will provide a safe experience for all employees and patrons."
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Ms. Rubio of Molcaxete, LLC DBA as Molcaxete Cocina Mexicana wishes to provide the service of beer, wine and, spirits in a family restaurant enviroment upon the request of the general public and patrons over the age of 21 years. In addition Ms. Rubio will responsibly adhere to all state, city and, federal tax laws & maintain a strict adherence to the security requirements of all LGB parties.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Molcaxete Cocina Mexicana - Data
Attachment B - Molcaxete Cocina Mexicana - Map
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.