Title
Liquor License - Whining Pig - District 7
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License Application 399639.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 6 - Bar
Location
201 E. Washington Street, Ste. 104
Zoning Classification: PTC
Council District: 7
This request is for a new liquor license for a bar. This location is currently licensed for liquor sales in with a Series 7 - Beer and Wine Bar, liquor license.
The 60-day limit for processing this application is August 1, 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 information is not provided due to the multiple ownership interests held by the applicant 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 to maintain compliance with applicable laws. Mangers and staff will be trained in the techniques of legal and responsible alcohol sales and services.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“Open since 2017, the Whining Pig has become popular beer and wine bar in the heart of downtown Phoenix. The bar specializes in a constant-changing menu of craft beers and unique wine, served with light snacks. Applicant would like to add spirits to its menu, offering customers 210 and over the opportunity to enjoy beer, wine and spirits at their favorite bar.”
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends approval of this application.
Attachments
Attachment A - Whining Pig - Data
Attachment B - Whining Pig - Map
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Alan Stephenson and the City Clerk Department.