Title
Liquor License - King Salmon - District 8
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 359313.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Jinseok Lee, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
4041 E. Thomas Road, #115
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 8
This request is for a new liquor license for a restaurant. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is November 23, 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.
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.
King Salmon (Series 12)
2825N. Central Avenue, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 2
Liquor license violations: None
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 successful experience operating restaurants and understand the responsibility that comes with serving alcohol. My staff will be properly trained in responsible service, and I am committed to maintaining compliance with all laws and regulations to ensure safe and professional operations.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Customers often request alcoholic beverages to enjoy with our Japanese and Korean cuisine. Offering beer, sake, and cocktails will provide a complete dining experience, attract more visitors, support the local economy, and enhance the community's dining options.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - King Salmon - Data
Attachment B - King Salmon - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.