Whittier, CA – The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) recently issued a temporary license to a new business operating on Greenleaf Avenue in Whittier. The license, effective March 20, 2026, grants permission to serve alcohol at the establishment located at 6512 Greenleaf Avenue.
The business, operating under the name PHLIGHT LLC, is classified as a Temporarily Unclassified business type, indicating that the ABC will conduct a further review and classification of the operation. The license is for an “On-Sale Beer and Wine – Eating Place,” a common designation for establishments that serve alcoholic beverages alongside food.
The application was submitted through the Monrovia Business Name office. The primary owner is PHLIGHT LLC, with a management team comprised of Nikomi Shaunelle Arroyo, Jay Patrick Arroyo, Irene Garcia, Danny Charlie Martinez, and Irene Garcia.
The ABC’s issuance of this license marks a significant step for the business, which is situated in the heart of Whittier’s business district. The district itself is characterized by a mix of older, brick-faced buildings alongside newer commercial developments, reflecting the city’s history and ongoing growth. The area is known for its pedestrian-friendly sidewalks and a steady stream of local residents and visitors.
The ABC’s review process is standard for new alcohol licenses, typically taking up to six weeks to complete, including updates to the expiration date.
6512 Greenleaf Ave, Whittier, CA, 90601