Title
Liquor License - Globe in the Dark LLC - District 2
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 365009.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Divyani Komatireddy, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
21001 N. Tatum Boulevard, Ste. 34-1150
Zoning Classification: C-2 DRSP
Council District: 2
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. This business is currently being remodeled with plans to open in January 2026.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is December 29, 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
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 professional management and operational experience in regulated service industries requiring compliance, training, and safety procedures. The restaurant is fully equipped with compliant kitchen appliances, food-service setup, and an established food-handling plan emphasizing oven-based meals and global small plates. The business is structured to operate primarily as a restaurant serving quality food with optional cocktail pairings, ensuring that dining remains the core focus. All staff will complete Arizona Title 4 Responsible Server/Manager certification before opening. The premises meet all building, fire, and health codes, and the restaurant will maintain a clean, professional, and safe environment for guests and staff.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Globe in the Dark will provide a unique international dining experience featuring oven-prepared small plates and global entrées paired with curated cocktails. The restaurant will enhance the Desert Ridge Marketplace food scene by offering guests a comfortable, globally inspired atmosphere for meals, family gatherings, and social occasions. Beverage service will complement - not dominate - the restaurant's operations, creating a well-balanced food-and-drink experience. The establishment will promote responsible service, local hiring, and a positive dining environment aligned with community expectations. Our concept supports local economic growth, cultural exchange, and responsible hospitality in compliance with Arizona liquor regulations.”
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
Attachment A - Globe in the Dark LLC - Data
Attachment B - Globe in the Dark LLC - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.