Nikko Asian Fusion introduces owners as council approves consent agenda including liquor license

Owners of Nikko Asian Fusion introduced themselves to the Pinetop Lakeside Town Council Wednesday as the council considered a consent‑agenda item that included a liquor‑license application for the new restaurant. The owners, Reddy Sanjaya and his co‑owner and wife, identified the planned business as a hibachi, sushi and ramen restaurant at 674 East North Mountain Boulevard, Suite 7, and said they planned to offer draft Japanese beers such as Kirin and Sapporo. Nut graf: The council moved the consent agenda by a single motion; the liquor license application will be forwarded to the Arizona Department of Liquor for final approval, and staff reminded the owners that state processing may extend past their intended opening date. During a short presentation at the podium, Reddy Sanjaya said the business hoped to open on the 14th of the month and that they already had an interim permit. Town staff member Christie reminded them that council approval is only the municipal step and that the Arizona Department of Liquor must issue the state license for the sale of alcohol to be effective. The council approved the consent agenda in a unanimous voice vote with Councilor Phillips, Councilor Heisler and the vice mayor signaling approval. Ending: The owners were welcomed to the community and told to remain in contact with town staff and the state liquor agency to confirm final licensing before opening.