Title
Liquor License - Rubio's Coastal Grill
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A938.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Nicholas Boutin, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
540 W. McDowell Road, #542
Zoning Classification: DTC-McDowell-1-HP
Council District: 4
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 sixty-day limit for processing this application is May 2, 2017.
Pursuant to A.R.S. 4-203, consideration may be given to the applicant's personal qualifications and to the location.
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:
“Rubio's holds numerous liquor licenses throughout Arizona, including five in Phoenix. Rubio's has an excellent compliance track record with respect to the service of alcoholic beverages, and it has a number of security and training policies and procedures in place to ensure that alcoholic beverages are sold in a safe and responsible manner going forward.”
The public convenience requires and the best interest of the community will be substantially served by the issuance of the liquor license because:
“The general public expects that a restaurant of this nature will serve alcoholic beverages, and it is critical to the success of the restaurant's business model in order to do so.”
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 - Rubio's Coastal Grill
Liquor License Map - Rubio's Coastal Grill
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.