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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 2000MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD November 20 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor and Liquor Commissioner Donald Heyrman, Board Member Absent: Jean Alexander, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Others Present: Eric Hsieh Staff Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Julie Tillmon, Executive Secretary Place: Mayor's Office on the second floor of the Civic Center November 20, 2000 at 10:00 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:00 A.M. and considered the following agenda items. AGENDA •:• Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class D Liquor License to Pine Yard Restaurant, Doing Business as Pine Yard Restaurant, 1033 Davis Street Pine Yard Restaurant Doing. Business as Pine Yard R staurant Mayor Morton opened the meeting by welcoming Mr. Eric Hsieh, owner and operator of the Pine Yard Restaurant. The Mayor stated that Mr. Hsieh was applying for a Class D liquor license. Mr. Casey advised the committee members that the police completed their investigation and submitted a positive report on Mr. Hsieh and that Mr. Hsieh was the former owner of the Pine Yard Restaurant previously located at 924 Church Street. Mayor Morton stated that she was delighted that the restaurant would be opening again. And was concerned with how Mr. Hsieh planned to sell his beer and wine. Mr. Hsieh stated that the beer and wine would be served at the table with the meal. Mayor Morton thanked fir, llsirh for coming to the meeting. Mr. Casey informed Mr. Hsieh that an ordinance would be issued to introduce Pine T and Restaurant as an increa�e of Class D liquor license on Monday, November 27`h. He advised Mr. Hsieh to auctid the meeting on Monday, November 27'h at 7,00 P.&G where the ordinance %would be introduced to the City Council for consideration. The being no further business, the liquor board adjourned the meeting at 10:30 A-X Respectively submitted, Director grManagem it & Budget MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD September 21, 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor & Liquor Commissioner Jean Alexander, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Absent: Donald Heyrman, Board Member Others Present: Bob Shimmin, Region Manager Staff Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management and Budget Julie Tillmon, Budget Secretary Place: Mayors Office on the second floor of the Civic Center September 21, 2000 at 11:00 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 11:45 A.M. and considered the following agenda item. ❖ Consideration of an application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class AC Liquor License to Century Theatres, Inc. Doing Business As Century Theatres, Church Street Plaza. Century Theatres. Inc. Doing Business As Century Theatres Mayor Morton opened the meeting and,.elcomed the regional manager for Century Theatres Inc, Bob Shimmin stated he was applying for a Class AC liquor license. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Shimmin his conception of an arts theater? Mr. Shimmins explained to the Board that generally an arts theatre is Foreign and independent studio. Mr. Shimmins also explained to the Board that as you come into the building you would come to a ticketing lobby, which would have box office and a customer service area for both theaters. Off of that lobby there are separate entrames to two different theatres. The Century Twelve, which is the first, run commercia] treater and in the opposite direction is the Cinema Arts Six. The lobby of that locan;on has a cafe and a lounge area in addition to a snack bar. The lounge offers you appet-dzer cakes, pastries, other deserts hand scooped ice cream and a full line of liquor selections, including bottled wines. Mayor Morton asked for a drawing of the Inyout of the area in question. Mr. Shimmin apologized for not having a drawing of the layout but did illustrate to the Board how the lobby would be sct-up.. The Lobby area will be approx. 100 feet wide by 60 feet deep also it will contain � -45-foot long cafe area. Mr. Smith asked if the cafe portion was s=,iamte from the lobby area? Mr. Shimmin's explained that it's on the i6d,- of the lobby, there is no dividing wall although the seating area is a foot higher :hen the rest of the Iobby. There is a 12-foot long ramp for ADA access; it's partitioned off with a brass railing that goes around the lobby. Mr. Shimins informed the Board that mast of the alcohol would be served by waiters in that area and you could stand adjacent lei that area and have a cocktail or a glass of wine but you wouldn't be able to go out c-Y the lobby area with your drink. Mr. Shimmins assured the Board that all alcohol would be controlled Mayor :`Morton asked when they are scheduled to open. Mr. Shimmin responded that the project is scheduled for November I;, 21000 and at this point they are right on schedule. Mr. Shimmins assured the Board that aII alcohol would be controlled and that the ticket takers would be the ones that stop people from going from the lobby to the theatre with a glass in their hand. Mr. Shimmins also suggested too the Bird that he would be willing be substitute paper or plastic cups for glassware, which would be a way to tell whether or not a person was entering the theater with a coke or a drink. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Shimmins abc,�a the cost to enter the theatre and the price of parking. Mr. Shimmin informed the Board that there has been no set price as of yet but that the entry fee would probably co -;spare to Wolfgang Puck. Mr. Shimmin informed the Board that the general manager for the theatre is David Stowers. There being no further business, the Liquor Board adjourned the meeting at 12:15 Respect ly ZSubmi G Patrick Casey Director of Managem t and Budget MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD August 10, 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor & Liquor Commissioner Donald Heyrman, Board Member Jean Alexander, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Others Present: Clint Westbrook, David Kugler, Jeffrey Muldrow, and Eric Singer Staff Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Leila Schwartz, Liquor Coordinator Julie Tillman, Budget Secretary Place: Mayor's Office on the Second floor of the Civic Center August 10, 2000 at 10:00 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:05 A.M. and considk:red the following agenda items: AGENDA • Consideration of an application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class B Liquor License to Wolfgang Puck Food Co., Inc., Doing Business As Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe, 1701 Maple Street. ♦ Consideration of an application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuanciy of a Class C Liquor License to The Margarita Club, Inc., Doing Business As Va Pensiero, D566 Oak Street. ♦ Consideration of an application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuan= of a Class C Liquor License to Crescent Moon Kitchen, Inc., Doing Business As The L=L-y Platter, 514 Main Street. WolfttanPuck Food Co.. Inc. Doing Business As Wolfgang Puck Grand Cafe Mayor Morton opened the meeting and welcomed the attorney for Wolfgang Puck ResLmuants, David Kugler, and the regional manager. Clint Westbrook. Mr. Kugler stated they were applying for a Class B liquor license. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Westbrook what their hours of operation % ill be. Mr. Westbrook responded that they will open for lunch at 11:00 AM and close at 11:00 PM on weekdays and 12.00 PM on weekends. Mayor Morton suggested that they consider extending their closing time since they may want to be open to serve food and refreshments to after theater customers. Class B establishments close at 1:00 AM weekdays and 2:00 on Fridays and Saturdays. Mayor Morton asked how many tables %kill be in the restaurant. Mr. Westbrook said them %ill be 80 tables, or 224 interior seats and 74 exterior seats. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Westbrook when their restaurant was opening. Mr. Westbrook responded that the projected opening date is November U, 2000, and that at this point, evm-thing is right on schedule. Mr. Heyrman asked Mr. Westbrook if he was familiar «ith Evanston's laws regarding service of liquor to minors. Mr. Westbrook stated that although he is from Orlando, Florida, he is well aware of our ordinances and liquor laws. All servers are over 21 years of age and are required to complete a six week training program. They must ask for identification from anyone that appears to be under 30 years of age. If the servers have any questions regarding the age of a customer, they will not serve liquor to that person. Mr. Heyrman asked if they own any other restaurants in the Chicago area. Mr. Westbrook said that they own Spagio in Chicago. They have a close working relationship with the Chicago operation and have learned about problems that occurred there. They %ill use their experience and expertise to make sure there are no violations in Evanston. Mr. Smith commented about a question on the application that asks if their license for food dispensing has been applied for. Mr. Westbrook said that it has been applied for but they have not received it as of this date. He will advise the Board of the license number as soon as he receives that information. Mr. Heyrman asked Mr. Westbrook how they were going to handle liquor service. Mr. Westbrook stated liquor will be served to patrons at their tables as well as dispensed at the bar. The restaurant will be situated next to the theater. An elevator from the theater will stop at the restaurant. There will be a sushi bar and a liquor bar adjacent to the theater. Mr. Kugler commented that Wolfgang Puck Restaurants cater to a family business. He said that 75% of Wolfgang Puck's revenue is from food and only 25% will be from alcohol. Liquor is incidental to the service of food. They believe in fair prices in accordance with quality and food portton sizes. Mr. Smith asked if food will be available at all times. Mr. Westbrook said they may modify their menu at the end of their operating hours. but food will be always be provided. Mr. Heyrman said that in Evanston, alcoholic beverages compliment food. Evanston is known for having an extensive variety of restaurants that cater to many different ethnic and diversified backgrounds. ra Mr. Westbrook said he is well awa= of Ev-anston's liquor lti%v. The \Volfg;tng nick organizations have never had a problem with the service of liquor to underage cu_•tomer•. Thcy amribute this to their excellent training program. They «ill comply with till laws and will endeavo. to maintain their good record. Ms. Schwartz informed Mr. Westbrook and Mr. Kugler that a representative of theirs, should should attend the ARPW meeting on September 11 at 7:00 P.M. and again can IS 25, 2000. She also told them that it was their responsibility to promptly pay a 6% t,tx tin liquor sales each month. The Margarita Club. Inc. Doing Business As Va Pensiero Mayor Morton welcomed Jeff Muldrow to the Liquor Board Meeting. Mr. Muldrow is the new owner of The Margarita Club, Inc. corporation and has been with the The Margarita Club for the past four years. He has been in full charge of the restaurant for the last two years. Mr. Smith asked Mr. Muldrow why the state corporate license was reinstated. Nir. Muldrow replied the previous owner didn't keep up the corporate filings due to an oversight. Mr. Muldrow's attorney went to Springfield and reapplied for the Articles of Incorporation. Everything is correct and in order as of this date. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Muldrow if the previous chef, Peg Ryan. %%ill still be at the restaurant. Mr. Muldrow said iris. Ryan worked at Va Pensiero for twelve years. She now has two children and wants to be home with her family, so she will be leaving. He % ill handle all areas of the restaurant in the same manner as he has been for the past two years. He doesn't have any future plans to make any changes since everything seems to be running smoothly and efficiently, but he will always try to improve food selections and service. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Muldrow if he will be open for lunch. Mr. Muldrow replied that they discontinued lunch service although they will cater for luncheons or parties of 15 or more, but they prefer to specialize in serving only dinner. Mr. Muldrow said his bar manager has been working for the restaurant for a long time. He is well aware of Evanston's laws and has always complied with the liquor code. He also has four other managers, all of which are aware of and comply with our liquor laws. Mr. Muldrow stated that they really don't have any problem with minors since their restaurant is not the type of place that is frequented by students; however, parents of Northwestern students frequent Va Pensiero when they're in town and their children might accompany them for dinner. Minors will not be served any alcoholic beverages even though they may be accompanied by their parents. Nis. Alexander asked Mr. Muldrow how many customers he can accommodate. Mr. Muldrow said he can seat 140 people in both dining rooms. She asked Mr. Muldrow if there are many walk in customers. Mr. Muldrow replied that most customers make reservations before dining there. Ms. Schwartz informed Mr. Muldrow that he should attend the A&_PW meeting on September 11 at 7:00 P.M. and again on September 25, 2000. She also reminded him that he was responsible for promptly paying a 6% tax on liquor sales each month and also promptly paying for his liquor renewals. 3 Crescent Moen Kitchen. Inc. Doing Business As The Luckv Platter Mayor Morton welcomed Eric Singer, one of the owners of The Lucky Platter, to the Liquor Board Meeting and stated that Mr. Singer was upgrading his liquor license from a Class D to a Class C license. Mr. Heyrman as ccd Mr. Singer why they were changing to a Class C liquor license. Mr. Singer said although liquor is a small percentage of his business, he wants to be able to serve margaritas and other special or fun drinks to his customers. The Lucky Platter is a family restaurant that caters to a big breakfast and lunch business. They have fewer customers at dinnertime. The new Class C liquor license %trill enable them to offer brunches with drinks as well as special drinks to perk up their business in the evening. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Singer what type of customers frequent his restaurant. Mr. Singer replied that most of his customers are professors. grad students, families, and people working in the area. Not too many college students frequent their restaurant since it's not located near the university. Mr. Singer said his staff' is well trained to card anyone of a questionable age. They are aware of the liquor law, are always careful to follow the rules, and are happy to say they have never had any problems with the issue of serving liquor to minors. Mr. Heyrman reminded Mr. Singer that he should continue to be cautious and not serve liquor to minors. Mr. Singer agreed to comply with Evanston's liquor laws. Mayor Morton said the The Lucky Platter is Iocated in a changing area. Mr. Singer said that more businesses are moving in and young professionals are purchasing condos nearby. Hopefully they will bring more business to restaurants in the area. Mr. Heyrman asked Mr. Singer if he had plans to change his restaurant. Mr. Singer said he and his partner have been at The Lucky Platter for ten years and hope to remain there for another ten years. They are satisfied with their business and do not plan on making any changes other than changing their liquor classification to a Class C. Mr. Heyrman asked Mr. Singer if they were going to expand their beer and v-ine menu. Mr. Singer said no, they feel their selections are adequate. Mr. Singer stated that liquor only constitutes 2.5% of their sales. Ms. Schwartz informed Mr. Singer that he should attend the A&PW meeting on September 11 at 7:00 P.M. and again on September 25, 2000. There being no further business, the Liquor Board adjourned the meeting at 11:2 0 A.M. Respectfully Submitted, Patrick Casey Director of Management Budget 4 MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD Monday, May 15, 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor & Liquor Commissioner Donald Heyrman, Board Member Jean Alexander, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Others Present: Anthony Anton, Tina Anton, Paul Byun, Robert Byun Staff Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Leila Schwartz, Liquor Coordinator Place: Mayor's Office on the Second floor of the Civic Center May 15, 2000 at 10:17 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:17 A.M. and considered the following agenda items: AGENDA • Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of Class B Liquor License to 1800 Club Inc., Doing Business as 1800 Club, 1800 Sherman. ♦ Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class D Liquor License to Paul T. Byun, Doing Business as Sushi Arigato. 1800 Club Inc.. DBA 1800 Club Mayor Morton opened the meeting and welcomed Anthony Anton, who is applying for a Class C liquor license. Mr. Anton is the owner of the 1800 Club. Tina Anton, his sister, accompanied him to the meeting. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Anton if he has any experience running a restaurant that sold liquor. Mr. Anton said yes, he has years of experience. His father owmei restaurants for many years and Mr. Anton has helped since he was old enough to work. lair. Anton stated that although he received his degree in Finance, he always enjoyed serving people and providing good food, so he decided to Open his own restaurant. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Anton about the location of his restaurant_ Sir. Anton said his restaurant is situated in a commercial building where there are 550 tenants. Mr. Anton said the restaurant was M%iously neglected. He did some remodeling. added a few more tables, changed the menu, added new American style dishes, lowered his price-, and increased the meal portion size. Miss Anton said they're very pleased because the owner of the building has been recommending their services to tenants and they began doing corporate catering. Mayor Morton asked if they serve lunch. Mr. Anton responded that they serve lunch as well as dinner. Mr. Anton was asked by the mayor if he will operate the restaurant by himself. Mr. Anton said he hired a very experienced manager but he will be there most of the time too. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Anton if he was familiar with the Evanston Liquor Code and our rules and regulations. Mr. Anton said yes, he is fully aware of the law and he will abide by the rules at all times. The Mayor advised him that he will have to be extremely careful not to serve liquor to underage customers. She said that she was concerned because this will be the first restaurant he w-as operating on his own and wanted him to know what a big responsibility he was undertaking. tilr. Anton said he is very tough on kids. He has an experienced doorman who checks id's at night. Students from the Kellogg School of Management come into the restaurant after studying and want to relax. Mr. Anton said he «will not allow any minors in his restaurant or bar after 10 PM. He does not want to have any problem with minors. Mr. Anton acknowledged that it will be his responsibility to see to it that underage customers do not drink any alcoholic beverages in his restaurant. Mayor Morton wanted to know if turning away customers would present a problem for him. Mr. Anton said it would not. He doesn't want any problems to arise regarding minors. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Anton if people drop in after the theater. Miss Anton said yes, they have expanded their dessert menu because people were requesting more late evening snacks and desserts. Nis. Alexander said the restaurant is in a very good location and she felt that older customers will frequent their restaurant after the theater. Mayor Morton said she feels that Mr. Anton %kill do well in his new restaurant. Mayor Morton wished Mr. Anton much success in his restaurant. Mr. Casey informed Mr. Anton that he should attend the A&-P«' meeting on May 22 at 7:00 P.M. and again on June 12, 2000. He also told him that he was responsible for promptly paying a 6% tax on liquor sales each month and promptly paying for his liquor renewals. Paul T. Bvun. DBA Sushi Arigato Mayor Morton welcomed Paul Byun, the owner of Sushi Arigato, and his brother, Robert Byttn. Mr. Byun is applying for a Class D liquor license. The Mayor asked Robert Byun why he accompanied his brother to this meeting. Mr. Byun stated that he owns three Japenese restaurants in the Chicago area and has been helping his brother get started. He speaks better English than his brother and felt he could assist him at this meeting. 2 Mayor Morton asked Paul Byun what's being done to his restaurant. Mr. Byun said be is remodeling. He estimates the improvements will be completed sometime in June since work is still being done. Paul Byun said that his work hours will be from 11:00 AIM until 10:00 PM. His brother said that customers will leave by 9:00 PM and it will take them another hour to clean the restaurant. Mayor Morton asked Paul Byun if he would be comfortable with these hours and he said yGs he would. He doesn't see any reason to keep his restaurant open after 10:00 PM. His ty;c of clientele frequents restaurants in the early part of the evening. Mayor Morton asked Paul if he will be there all the time. He replied that he will be there at all times. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Byun if he is familiar «ith E%-arwon's liquor laws. Mr. Byun said he is and will always adhere to the rules. Mr. Hevrman said that being close to the University, he will have to be careful not to serve any minors. Paul B)-un said that he will pay close attention to this and watch for students. He will not sme any undera-ge customers. tiir. Heyrman told Mr. Byun that Evanston has strict liquor laws and he must Ways be careful not to serve minors even if they are accompanied by their parents. It will be his responsibility to see that our rules Are followed. Mr. Casey informed Mr. Byun that he should attend the A&PW meeting on May 22 at 7:00 P.M. where this Ordinance will be Introduced and again on June 12, 2000 when it will come up for Approval. He also told him that he was responsible for promptly paying a 6% tax on liquor sales each month and promptly paying for his liquor renewals. Mayor Morton wished Mr. Byun good luck in his new venture There being no further business, the Liquor Board adjourned the meeting at 11:10 A.M. Respectfully Submitted, & Budget 3 19 MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD April 6, 2000 Present: Loraine M. Morton, Mayor & Liquor Commissioner Donald Heyrman, Board Member Jean Alexander, Board Member Absent: William Smith, Board Member Others Present: Leonardo V. Rago Staff:' Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Leila Schwartz, Liquor Coordinator Place: Mayor's Office on the Second floor of the Civic Center April 6, 2000 at 10:35 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:35 A.M. and considered the following agenda items: AGENDA ♦ Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class C Liquor License to Molesi ,G.G.L. Inc., Doing Business as Trattoria Trulli, 1700 Central Street. Molesi, G.G.L., Inc., DBA Trattoria Trulli Mayor Morton opened the meeting and welcomed Leonardo Raga. wh%N is applying for a Class C liquor license. Mr. Rago is one of the ov►ners of Trattoria Trulli. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Rago if he has any experience running a restaurant that sold liquor. Mr. Rago said his presently owns another restaurant, Panino's, that is do-.•n the street from Trattoria Trulli, but their business is mostly pick -yap and delivery and no liquor is served. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Rago if he axs familiar with the Evanston Liquor Code and our rules and regulations. Mr. Rago said yes, he is fully aware of the law and he vrill abide by the rules at all times. The Mayor advised him that he will have to be extremely careful not to serve liquor to underage customers. Ms. Alexander said that because of his location a lot of students will be coming into his restaurant before Northwestern game time. Mr. Rago said he used to work in a restaurant that did a lot of carding and he is very familiar with this procedure. Mr. Heyrman said that Trattoria Trulli's location on Central Street will attract college students. He told Mr. Rago that it wrill be his resNnsibility to see to it that underage customers do not drink any alcoholic beverages. Mayor Morton said the State sends out investigators from time to time and he should be aware that these investigations occur. Mr. Casey said investigators are also sent out when the State receives complaints. They check for violations and make sure licenses and regulations are properly posted. Mayor Morton asked when the restaurant will be opened. Mr. Rago said it will take a few months. He' s hoping to be open in time for the 4 h of July Parade. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Rago why they decided to open at another location. Mr. Rago said they needed more space than was available in their other restaurant and decided to open another restaurant down the street. Mr. Rago said they have already invested $300,000 in the new restaurant. They will have a few booths but mostly tables will be set up. Ms. Alexander asked if there will be outdoor tables. Mr. Rago said he proposed french doors that open wide in front of the restaurant but that hasn't been approved yet. Mayor Morton said she feels that this restaurant will do well. Ms. Alexander said the location is very good because it's near theaters and close to Ryan Stadium where the Northwestern University games are played. Ms. Alexander said that older customers will be attracted to their restaurant before and after the games. Mr. Rago said that he feels they will do well in their new venture. Giovanni De Nigris, one of the owners, is a four star chef and has been written up in Chicago Magazine, and Chicago Magazine has already contacted them to write an article. He said that many customers have been asking for liquor to be served and he'll have a good following at his new Iocation. Mayor Morton wished Mr. Rago much success in his restaurant. F Mr. Casey informed Mr. Rago that he should attend the A&PW meeting on April 11 at 7:00 P.M. and again on April 24, 2000. There being no further business, the Liquor Board adjourned the meeting at 11:05 A14L Respectfully Submitted, f- J~ Patrick Casey Director of Management & Budget Kj MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD March 23, 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor & Liquor Commissioner Donald Heyrman, Board Member Jean Alexander, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Absent: None Others Present: Jacky Pluton Staff' Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Leila Schwartz, Liquor Coordinator Place: Mayor's Office on the Second floor of the Civic Center March 23, 2000 at 10:35 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:35 A.M. and considered the following agenda items: AGENDA Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class C Liquor License to Jacky's Bistro, Inc., Doing Business as Jacky's Bistro, 2545 Prairie Avenue. Jackv's Bistro. Inc.. DBA Jackv's Bistro Mayor Morton opened the meeting and welcomed Jacky Pluton. the owner of Jacky's Bistro. 1vtr. Pluton is applying for a Class C liquor license. Mayor Morton asked Mr. PIuton if he will be the chef in his restaurant. Mr. Pluton said he ►►ill Ev both chef and manager and will personally run the restaurant. Mr. Pluton said he is ver,- experienced and has owned and managed restaurants in this country- and in France. His father before him owned a restaurant in France where he received his training. Mr. Heyrman asked Mr. Pluton if he intends to have valet service. Mr. Pluton said he ►►ill hir-- someone for this service. Mr. Heyrman asked what he intends to charge customers for parkirsg their cars. Mr. Pluton responded that he thought of charging S4.00 per car. Mr. Smith asked Mr. Pluton when he will have a grand opening of his restaurant. He replied that he's going to have a dry run or practice run on May 9. 10 and 11, but the official opening ►►ill Ev on May 12. Mr. Pluton said he has a permit to begin work on the restaurant and everything h-as been going according to schedule. Mr. Pluton said he is putting in acoustical ceilings and is goi= to keep the wood floors. He anticipates the work to be completed in four weeks so the timing will be perfect for his grand opening. Mr. Smith asked how many people Mr. Pluton will be able to seat. lie responded that he'll sew between 75 and 85. Mr. Pluton said he is going to apply for a permit for outdoor seating for 22) people and has already ordered bistro chairs for the outdoor seating area. Ms. Alexander said his restaurant is in a good location. Mr. Pluton agreed and commented the neighbors have been stopping him and welcoming him to the area. He's received warm notes from people and other storeowners in the neighborhood, so he anticipates good relationships. Mayor Morton asked Mr. Pluton if he was familiar with the Evanston City Code and our rules and regulations. Mr. Pluton said he is well aware of the law. The %favor advised him that he WU have to be extremely careful not to serve liquor to underage customers. hfr. Pluton responded that he doesn't think too many underage or college students can afford his type of restaurant. Mr. Heyrman advised Mr. Pluton that Evanston is very strict with enforcement of liquor laws. He said Mr. Pluton should ask for identification if he feels there is a question regarding the age of customer. Mr. Pluton said he will enforce this law and will make sure that everyone adheres to the liquor laws. Mr. Smith asked Mr. Pluton why he didn't reopen his restaurant in Winnetka after it clasrd because of a fire. Mr. Pluton said he had problems with the landlord and decided not to reopen. He stated that he has been looking at the property in Evanston for two years and finally decided so purchase the building. Mr. Smith said Winnetka's loss is Evanston's gain. Mr. Pluton said this will be the first French bistro in Evanston. He will serve the same quality of food as in Winnetka but this restaurant will be homier and -warmer. The entrees will be priced from $12 to S20. He also said that he has a good following of customers from the Winnetka aroma and is confident they will drive to his Evanston restaurant. Mr. Herman asked what wine prices will be. Mr. Pluton stated %Nine will cost from $3 to S9 a glass and S17 to S200 a bottle. Mr. Heyman risked what other restaurants he mill be comparable to and Mr. Pluton said Stained Glass and Campagwla- Mayor Morton %fished Mr. Pluton much success in his restaurant. Mr. Casey informed Mr. Pluton that he should attend the A&PNNI meeting on April 11 at 7:00 P.M. and again on April 24, 2000. There being no further business, the Liquor Board adjourned the meeting at 11:1 S A.M. Respectfully Submitted, Patrick Casey Director of Management & Budget MINUTES LIQUOR CONTROL REVIEW BOARD February 17. 2000 Present: Lorraine M. Morton, Mayor and Liquor Commissioner Jean Alexander, Board Member Absent: Donald Heyrman, Board Member William Smith, Board Member Others Present: Jennifer Gallery, Marc Simon, Ramarant Kharel, Indra Raj Chhetre, Greg Lamacki, Ste,.e Soble Staff Present: Patrick Casey, Director of Management & Budget Leila Schwartz, Liquor Coordinator Place: Mayor's Office on the Second floor of the Civic Center February 17, 2000 at 10:30 A.M. Members of the Liquor Control Review Board began the meeting at 10:05 A.M. and considered the following agenda items: AGENDA ♦ Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class Q Liquor License to Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc., Doing Business As Chipotle Mexican Grill, 711 Church Street. ♦ Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class D Liquor License to Sankalp & Shand Inc., Doing Business As Mt. Everest Restaurant, 618 Church Street. • Consideration of application to amend the existing Evanston Code to permit the issuance of a Class C Liquor License to Fire House Grill, Inc., Doing Business As Fire House, 750 Chicago Avenue. Ms. Alexander commented that their restaurant is in a good location, across from the Library, znd is in the heart of Evanston. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Kharel about their price range. He stated that they are planning a butTet lunch that will cost $6.95 per person. They want to introduce a new taste and environm= to Evanston by alternating selections on the buffet so patrons will become acquainted with various entrees containing spices, herbs and ingredients that most people are not familiar with_ Dinners will be from S15 to $20 and will include coffee or tea. Mr. Kharel said they will make their own flat bread in the kitchen in a charcoal heated clay over. Ms. Alexander asked Mr. Kharel what the difference was between Indian and Nepalise food. Mr. Kharel said that Nepalise is not as rich as Indian food. Mayor Morton asked who will be in the restaurant at all times. Mr. Kharel said they will both be there but that he is the manager, Mr. Chhetri is the o%kmcr. Mayor Morton asked them if they are familiar with Evanston's liquor laws. Mr. Kharel said they are aware of the law and have always been law abiding people. Mayor Morton said they must obey the rules and always be cautious. She reminded them that this is a college town and they cannot serve liquor to minors even if they are accompanied by their parents. Mr. Kharel said they will not serve liquor to any underage customers. Mr. Casey explained to Mr. Chhetri and Mr. Kharel that they should appear at the A&PW meeting on February 28 and again on March 13 at the City Council meeting. They said they would be there. Fire House Grill!. Inc.. Doine Business As Fire House Mayor Morton greeted Mr. Greg Lamacki, manager and Mr. Steve Sable, owner of the Fire House. She asked Mr. Soble what they were doing to remodel their restaurant. Mr. Sable said they were going to restore it to be as it was a long time ago, a fire house complete with wooden bays, and ceilings. They're also going to change the doors and hang Currier & Ives murals of fire houses. A lot of time, care and money will go into the renovating. They plan to go to the Historical Society and talk to fire fighting people in order to make the restaurant look authentic. Mr. Sable said they were going to have someone make wooden signs for the outside. Mr. Sable said they leased 40 parking spaces from the Nissan dealer plus they have another 4 spaces for handicapped parking. Mr. Sable said the restaurant %ill seat 102 people. They will have a chili bar and intend to serve American food such as ribs, spaghetti and meatballs. The food will be low to mid priced and they will deliver. Ms. Alexander asked what their hours will be. Mr. Sable said at first they will serve dinner Monday through Friday and %%-ill serve brunch and lunch on Saturday. Mayor Morton warned Mr. Soble and Mr. Lamacki that they must abide by Evanston's liquor laws. She said they must not serve liquor to minors. Both Mr. Lamacki and Mr. Sable said they were aware of the rules and regulations. Mr. Sable said they are currently operating five restaurants in the Chicago area and have zero tolerance for breaking liquor laws. Their businesses have been inspected 15-20 times and nothing negative has ever been turned up.