(Photo courtesy of Elevated Espresso)

New Fall Menus on Mount Lemmon: Elevated Espresso & Sawmill Run


September 5, 2024
By Matt Sterner

There’s something new brewing and sizzling in the kitchens at 8,000 feet up!

With fall right around the corner, Sawmill Run Restaurant and Elevated Espresso are unveiling new menu items to match the season.

Both of the businesses, which are under the same ownership, are located on Sabino Canyon Parkway, and the new menus kick off on Friday, September 6.

French Dip (Photo courtesy of Sawmill Run)

One of the highlights on Sawmill Run’s menu is the French Dip — tenderly sliced beef with sautĂ©ed onions and mushrooms, topped with a jalapeño fig cream cheese spread. It comes on a grilled baguette and the sandwich is served with a side of au jus for dipping.

Across the street at Elevated Espresso, they’re embracing pumpkin spice season with the new Pumpkin Chai, which is made with homemade pumpkin syrup, Maya Full Moon Chai, and your choice of milk. They also have apple-themed drinks!

Keep scrolling to check out all of the new menu items.

(Photo courtesy of Elevated Espresso)
  • French Dip – Tender sliced beef with sautĂ©ed onions and mushrooms, topped with a jalapeño fig cream
    cheese spread, all nestled in a grilled baguette. Served with a savory side of au jus for dipping.
  • Autumn Apple Butter Burger – Juicy Angus patty with smoked Gouda, apple butter, whiskey barbecue sauce, black pepper bacon, and citrus arugula.
  • Wild Mushrooms with Pumpkin Polenta – A savory blend of locally sautĂ©ed wild mushrooms atop creamy pumpkin polenta drizzled with a maple-chipotle vinaigrette.
  • Venison and Wild Boar Sausage Plate – Smoked venison and boar sausage served with pickled onions, pickles, slaw, and a honey barbecue sauce, accompanied by grilled sourdough.
  • Henny Wings – Succulent smoked and fried wings, perfectly tossed in a rich Hennessy barbecue sauce. Served with a tangy twist of pickled oranges and apples for a bold and flavorful experience.
Autumn Apple Butter Burger & Henny Wings (Photo courtesy of Sawmill Run)

The restaurant is also bringing in some new cocktails!

Owner of both Sawmill Run, Nick Avram, describes the Autumn Orchard Margarita as having “the essence of fall in every sip,” and the Pumpkin Pie Martini is like a “dessert in a glass, capturing the essence of pumpkin pie.”

  • Autumn Orchard Margarita – A crisp blend of apple cider, tequila, and triple sec, sweetened with a touch of maple syrup.
  • Pumpkin Pie Martini – A velvety blend of spiced pumpkin, vodka, and cream, finished with a hint of cinnamon.
  • Alpine Maple Sour – A sophisticated blend of smooth bourbon and rich maple syrup, balanced with a tangy splash of lemon.
  • Pumpkin Spice Latte – Homemade pumpkin syrup mixed with your choice of milk and our rich espresso.
  • Pumpkin Chai – Homemade pumpkin syrup combined with Maya Full Moon Chai and your choice of milk.
  • Howdy Juicy Apple Cider – Locally made apple cider, bursting with fresh, crisp apple flavor.
  • Apple Butter Latte – Housemade apple butter syrup blended with your choice of milk and our smooth espresso.
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Elevated Espresso (Photo by Torey Hayden of Torey Photo)

Sawmill Run Restaurant is located at 12976 N. Sabino Canyon Parkway and Mt. Lemmon Coffe and Tea Co. is located at 12925 N Sabino Canyon Parkway. For more information, visit sawmillrun.com and mtlemmoncoffeeandteaco.com.

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