Title
Liquor License - Tacos Los Vales - District 8
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 349162.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Paloma Alvarez, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
310 S. 4th Street, Ste. 120
Zoning Classification: PUD
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 2, 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
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.
Cayomango (Series 12)
4333 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 35
Liquor license violations: None
Tacos Los Vales (Series 12)
5124 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 7
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 already have another location of Tacos Los Vales with liquor license, and I have shown that I can handle it responsibly. My team and I know the rules and we are trained, experienced and we make sure everything is done right, from checking ID's to keeping a safe and respectful environment for out customers.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Tacos Los Vales is a well-loved spot where families, friends, and locals gather to enjoy good food and a great atmosphere. Being able to offer alcoholic beverages responsibly adds to the experience our customers are looking for. We're committed to creating a safe welcoming space for everyone. This license will help us better meet our customers' needs and continue contributing positively to the community.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Tacos Los Vales - Data
Attachment B - Tacos Los Vales - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.