Title
Liquor License - Arena Sports Grill - District 2
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 385765.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jeffrey Miller, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
6245 E. Bell Road, Ste. 101-104
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 2
This request is for an ownership and location transfer of a liquor license for a bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales with a Series 12- Restaurant liquor license. This location requires a Use Permit to allow outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumption.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is May 24, 2026.
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
The ownership of this business has an interest in other active liquor license(s) in the State of Arizona. This information is listed below and includes liquor license violations on file with the AZ Department of Liquor Licenses and Control and, for locations within the boundaries of Phoenix, the number of aggregate calls for police service within the last 12 months for the address listed.
Arena Sports Grill (Series 12)
6245 E. Bell Road, Ste. 101-104, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 24
Liquor license violations: 1
In November 2020, a fine of $1,500 was paid for failure to derive 40% of income from food.
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:
“Arena Sports Grill owners and employees am committed to operating in full compliance with all Arizona liquor laws and regulations. We are commited to operating in full compliance with all Arizona liquor laws and regulations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Arena Sports Grill will provide a safe, responsible, and law abiding venue for patrons while contributing to the local economy and maintaining high standards for compliance, security, and community well-being.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application, noting that 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 - Arena Sports Grill - Data
Attachment B - Arena Sports Grill - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.