Los Angeles, CA – The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) recently issued a temporary license to the 7-Eleven Store located at 7353 Melrose Avenue, Suite A, in the heart of Los Angeles’ Melrose district. The license, issued on March 26, 2026, marks a significant development for the retail space, which is currently categorized as a “Temporarily Unclassified” business.
The license grants the 7-Eleven Store the authority to serve alcohol, a decision that has drawn attention from local business observers. The license is held by 7-Eleven Inc., with key officers including Stanley W. Reynolds (President), Stephen Kenneth Boyd (Secretary/Assistant Secretary), Jennifer Marie Mendola (Secretary/Assistant Secretary), Aaron Lee Strahota (Vice President/Treasurer), Randy Michael Quinn (Vice President), and David Lee Seltzer (Vice President).
Several corporate entities hold stock in the business, including Sej Asset Management & Investment Company and Ulla Sayeed1 Corporation, with Sayeed Ulla serving as Secretary/Assistant Secretary, Chief Financial Officer, and Chief Executive Officer.
The license is currently pending, with an expected term of 12 months. The ABC has indicated that it may take up to six weeks to update the expiration date following the submission of a renewal fee.
The Melrose Avenue business district is a vibrant and increasingly popular area of Los Angeles, known for its eclectic mix of retail shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. The 7-Eleven Store’s recent license adds another layer to the district’s evolving commercial landscape.
7353 Melrose Ave, Ste A, Los Angeles, CA, 90046