Every summer, restaurants around the Valley launch seasonal menus with fresh and refreshing dishes like cantaloupe and Calabrian honey charcuterie, watermelon sorbet ice cream, and apple spinach salad. Here are six of the most sizzling seasonal summer menus in the Valley.
The Sicilian Butcher| Various Valley Locations
Ciao, Roma! This summer, The Sicilian Butcher, is taking patrons on a trip to Rome, Italy without getting on a plane. The new menu, called “A Taste of Rome,” includes a four-course meal of invigorating Italian favorites including Stracciatella and speck (cured ham), imported Burrata, tableside spaghetti carbonara, and torta di gelato (ice cream cake), for $36. The summer menu is available through September.
thesicilianbutcher.com
Salt and Straw
Beloved ice cream brand, Salt & Straw just launched its new monthly flavor series the “Summer Picnic Series.” Throughout August, patrons can try five unique, picnic-inspired flavors including three fan favorites and two new flavors: pink rosé and watermelon sorbet, grilled peach white chocolate custard, smoked mac and cheese, cinnamon and honey fried chicken, and sour cherry pie.
3150 E. Ray Rd., #178, Gilbert, 623-256-7552, saltandstraw.com
Original Breakfast House
The feeling of Aloha is always alive and well at the Original Breakfast House. That’s why this summer, the restaurant is starting its new “Aloha Specials.” These new special menu items, including the Loco Moco (fluffy white rice topped with a seared Angus beef patty smothered in mushroom gravy and two eggs), Hawaiian pancakes (fresh pineapple, macadamia nuts, white chocolate chips and toasted coconut, covered in coconut cream sauce) and Kona Coffee shrimp and coconut grits, accompany the ’70s motif and hip vibes of the restaurant. This special is available now and runs all day.
13623 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, 602-482-2328, originalbreakfasthouse.com
Rusconi’s American Kitchen
Starting August 7, patrons can indulge in a new immersive dining experience at Rusconi’s American Kitchen, with a brand-new four-course tasting menu. This exclusive menu ($60) includes a tomato and burrata salad, pan-seared Georges Bank scallops, pecan-wood grilled lamb porterhouse, and dark chocolate bread pudding. Wine pairings are available for an additional $30 per person.
10637 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix, 480-483-0009, rusconiskitchen.com
Miracle Mile Deli
August is National Sandwich Month and what better way to celebrate than to enjoy delicious deals at Miracle Mile Deli all month long? Known for its mouth-watering pastrami sandwiches, Miracle Mile Deli’s weekly deals include the brisket beef sandwich August 12-17, the Combo sandwich August 19-24, and the Straw sandwich August 26-31.
4433 North 16th Street, Phoenix, 602-776-0992, miraclemiledeli.com
Urban Agave
This summer, Urban Agave launched its revamped menu with elevated, fresh dishes that are sure to enhance patrons’ experience. Some of these items include wild mushroom tacos ($6), lamb shank barbacoa ($32), and a crunchy taco chop salad ($13).
6685 W. Beardsley Rd., #180, Glendale, 623-561-6674, urban-agave.com
