Title
Liquor License - Filibertos Mexican Food - District 5
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 366354.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Theresa Morse, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
2955 N. 91st Avenue
Zoning Classification: C-2
Council District: 5
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 January 16, 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
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 at two establishment where alcohol was sold (Walmart and a gas station). I will be attending Arizona Title 4 Liquor Law training as well as my staff to ensure the safety of my customers and the general public. I will provide a safe environment for families to enjoy their meals. The service of alcoholic beverages is not my priority it is to complement their meal.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The public convenience will be served as there is a grocery store in the complex and other fast food locations that do not provide alcohol service with their food. My main concern is to meet the needs of the community by offering alcoholic berverages to complement the sales of my food. Food is my number one priority and focus. We have a drive-thru however it is for food service only. Additionally, all staff members will be trained in AZ liquor law to identify underage or intoxicated patrons and the steps to handle these situations.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Filibertos Mexican Food - Data
Attachment B - Filibertos Mexican Food - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.