Title
Liquor License - Tokyo Joe's
Description
Request for a liquor license. Arizona State License 1207A897.
License Information
Summary
Applicant
Andrea Lewkowitz, Agent
License Type
Series 12 - Restaurant
Location
16500 N. Scottsdale Road, Ste. 100
Zoning Classification: CP/GCP PCD
Council District: 2
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 location requires a Use Permit to allow alcohol sales as an accessory to a restaurant.
The sixty-day limit for processing this application is March 24, 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
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.
Tokyo Joe's (Series 12)
2131 E. Camelback Road, Ste. 111, Phoenix
Calls for police service: 21
Liquor license violations: None
Tokyo Joe's (Series 12)
800 N. 54th St., Ste. 5, Chandler
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Tokyo Joe's (Series 12)
1935 S. Val Vista Drive, Ste. 101, Mesa
Calls for police service: N/A - not in Phoenix
Liquor license violations: None
Tokyo Joe's (Series 12)
4715 S. Rural Road, Ste. 104, Tempe
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:
“Tokyo Joe's offers guests a wide-variety of healthy and delicious Japanese menu items including salads, rice bowls, sushi and more. Applicant would like to offer alcoholic beverages as an incident to the meals they serve.”
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 - Tokyo Joe's
Liquor License Map - Tokyo Joe's
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Special Assistant to the City Manager Toni Maccarone and the City Clerk Department.