Title
Liquor License - Tacos KB Asadero Al Karbon - District 3
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 400022.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Kevin Barra, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
15015 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 was August 17, 2026. However, the applicant submitted a written request for more time.
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:
“I have worked in the restaurant industry for over 10 years, managing popular restaurant chain Taco Boys, serving as their lead manager for 3 multiple locations and providing renown service. I have the knowledge to organize, manage, and document all liquor sales because I have done this for many years at Taco Boys. I understand daily checklists, liquor counts, audits and what this means if a business is not following guidelines correctly due to my years working with departments across Phoenix and Tempe.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The issuance of this license will serve the community's best interest by enhancing the local dining landscape with a safe, family-friendly culinary experience. Our primary focus remain on providing high-quality food, with beverage service offered strictly to complement to our a authentic menu. We are fully committed to upholding all state regulations, ensuring responsible service, and maintaining a welcoming environment for our neighborhood.”
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 Ordnances.
Attachments
Attachment A - Tacos KB Asadero Al Karbon - Data
Attachment B - Tacos KB Asadero Al Karbon - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.