Title
Liquor License - Torchy's Tacos
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 181352.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
1935 E. Camelback Road, Ste. C-130
Zoning Classification: PSC
Council District: 6
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. This business has plans to open in June 2022.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is April 18, 2022.
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:
“Applicant is committed to upholding the highest standards for business and maintaining compliance with applicable laws. Managers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and service.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“With over 90 locations across the United States, Torchy's Tacos is opening it's first location in Arizona. Torchy's Tacos is a casual family-friendly neighborhood restaurant featuring a variety of tacos made with fresh ingredients. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages to guest 21 and over as an incident to the dishes served."
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 - Torchy's Tacos
Liquor License Map - Torchy's Tacos
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Ginger Spencer and the City Clerk Department.