Title
Liquor License - Whining Pig
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 07073620.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar
Location
5030 E. Ray Road, #J-5
Zoning Classification: C-2 PCD
Council District: 6
This request is for a new liquor license for a bar. This location was not previously licensed for liquor sales and does not have an interim permit. This location requires a Use Permit for outdoor dining and outdoor alcohol consumtion.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is March 25, 2018.
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.
Whining Pig (Series 7)
201 E. Washington St., #104, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 90
Liquor license violations: None
Whining Pig (Series 7)
3730 E. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 1
Liquor license violations: None
Whining Pig (Series 7)
1612 E. Bethany Home Road, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 1
Liquor license violations: In April 2017, a fine of $375 was paid for delinquent taxes.
Whining Pig (Series 7)
2512 S. Val Vista Drive, PAD E #105, Gilbert
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for retail sales of alcohol. Managers and staff will be trained in Arizona liquor law and the techniques of responsible sales and service to guests 21 and over.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The Whining Pig is a neighborhood beer + wine bar, popular among professionals and neighbors, which specializes in a constantly-changing menu of craft beers and unique wines served with light snacks. The bar is a fun, casual setting for guests to gather for drinks and classic games.”
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 Ordinances.
Attachments
Liquor License Data - Whining Pig
Liquor License Map - Whining Pig
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Acting Deputy City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.