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Purple Onion
16 Main St
Saluda, US-NC 28773
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Dinner Menu
Lunch Menu
Wine & Beer & Cocktails
Sunday Brunch
Desserts & After Dinner Drinks
Coffee & Other Beverages
Dinner Menu
Starters
Ciabatta Baguette
$5.00
garlic herb dipping mix, extra virgin olive oil
vegan
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki Board
$12.00
capers, lemon, pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker
gluten-free
Charcuterie Board**
house and imported cured meats & cheeses, lusty monk mustard, chutney, pickled onion, crostini & pita
- 2 Meats and 1 Cheese $15.00
- 3 Meats and 2 Cheeses $22.00
Salsa and Tortilla Chips
$7.00
vegan
gluten-free
Bowl of Marinated Olives
$7.00
vegan
gluten-free
Baked Brie & Chutney**
$15.00
double cream brie, puff pastry, today's chutney, artisan crackers
White Bean with Caramelized Onion Dip**
$9.00
sun-dried tomato, balsamic, rosemary crisp
Southern Caviar**
$8.00
NY white cheddar pimento cheese, sweety drop peppers, pickles, mustard, crostini
Prosciutto & Burrata**
$14.00
prosciutto crisps, fresh burrata, blistered asparagus, dijon poppy vinaigrette, curled rainbow carrots, olive oil rosemary focaccia
Salads
Add to any of the below: chicken - $5, sunburst trout fillet - $12, nc shrimp - $9, smoked trout - $8, brulee burrata - $5, prosciutto - $5. Dressing Choices: greek, balsamic, caesar vinaigrettes, ranch & blue cheese
Beets Caprese Salad***
fresh mozzarella, basil, roasted red and gold beets, super seeds, spring mix, balsamic vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola***
saluda grade organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Greek***
romaine, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Caesar*
romaine, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar, croutons
- $9.00
- $17.00
Garden Salad
organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing
vegan
gluten-free
- $7.00
- $13.00
Spinach Prosciutto*
farm fresh egg, crispy prosciutto, blistered asparagus, tomato, parmesan, lemon poppy vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $9.00
- $17.00
Tabouleh** ***
$12.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, red pepper, parsley on greens with feta, cucumber, tomatoes, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, greek dressing, pita
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$16.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumber, greek dressing, pickled purple onions, pita
Entrees
Add to any of the below: chicken - $5, sunburst trout fillet - $12, nc shrimp - $9, smoked trout - $8, brulee burrata - $5, prosciutto - $5. Vegetable ribbons available as gluten-free alternative for pasta. Black and Blue (add $5): gorgonzola and grilled onion; Land and Sea (add $9): butter & lemon roasted shrimp
Joyce Farms Roasted Half Chicken
$28.00
stuffed with roasted garlic burro, sweet potato wedges, wilted greens, coriander mint relish, radish
gluten-free
Sunburst Mountain Trout
$29.00
super seed crust, roasted carrot romesco, sugar snap peas, grit cake
gluten-free
Buttermilk Brined Bone-In Pork Chop
$30.00
salt and vinegar smashed potatoes, broccoli, mustard dill cream
gluten-free
NC Shrimp Spring Primavera**
$28.00
local spring vegetables, white wine herb cream, parmesan, pappardelle
Anson Farms Grit Cake and Wild Mushrooms***
$24.00
larry's asparagus, broccoli, super seeds, poppy dijon dressed spring rocket, roasted carrot romesco
gluten-free
Painted Hills Farm Ribeye* **
red wine steak glace, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable
- MP
Pizza
8" Gluten Free Crusts (eatmore bakery) add $3
Classico
uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Caprese
garlic olive oil base, fresh tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, salt & pepper, balsamic reduction
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chèvre, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blend over garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $9.00
Sicilian
pepperoni, feta. red pepper, onions, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, banana peppers, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Baconzola
canadian bacon, onions, gorgonzola, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh rosemary, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic tomato sauce
- 7" $7.00
- 12" $12.00
Pizza - Toppings
Topping #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, jalapeños, garlic, spinach, banana peppers, pickled purple onions, basil, rosemary, pineapple, fresh tomato, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, basil
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Topping #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, gorgonzola
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Topping #3
chicken, chèvre, prosciutto, wild mushroom, fresh mozzarella
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
Craft Libations
back to basics, these signature cocktails are enjoyable, well known classics, with a purple onion twist
House Cocktails
Whisky Sour
with or without egg white
Manhattan
Old Fashioned
Irish Coffee
Negroni
Gin & Tonic
Tom Collins
Bee Sting
Gimlet
Martini
French 75
Corpse Reviver No. 2
Moscow Mule
Espresso Martini
White Russian
Black Russian
Lemon Drop-Tini
Cosmo
Bloody Mary
Margarita
Aperol Spritz
Mojito
Dark & Stormy
Sidecar
Sazerac
Zero Proof
ask about our signatures as a zero proof option
Helleborus
$8.00
apple, rose water, lemon, ginger, vanilla, cardamom, soda H2O
Signature Cocktails
$13
Tropic Thunder
muddy river rum, coconut, ginger liqueur, pineapple, kaffir lime, sesame - piña colada meets south east asia flavors
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark, blackberry, lemon - zesty and robust with a rich bourbon flavor
Rhuby Called
lunazul blanco, rhubarb, patrón citrónge, lime, rhubarb bitters - sweet, tart, refreshing take on the margarita
Until Next Time
black pepper vodka, elderflower liqueur, green chartreuse, coriander, lime, grapefruit - lively, crisp, with a subtle touch of warmth
Ode To Ladies
uncle val's gin, citrus honey, lime, lemon, orange bitters - zesty, herbal, citrusy, balanced, sophisticated
The Suki
el jimador reposado, lime, grapefruit cordial, cava - citrusy and effervescent with a smooth tequila finish
Cordials
Campari
Aperol
Patrón Citrónge
Grand Marnier
St Elder Elderflower
Kahlúa
Baileys
Frangelico
Canton Ginger
78' C Limoncello
*These items may be cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of foodborne illness. **Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Starters
Ciabatta Baguette
$5.00
garlic herb dipping mix, extra virgin olive oil
vegan
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Southern Caviar**
$8.00
NY white cheddar pimento cheese, sweety drop peppers, pickles, mustard, crostini
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki Board
$12.00
capers, lemon, pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker
gluten-free
Salsa and Tortilla Chips
$7.00
vegan
gluten-free
Bowl of Marinated Olives
$7.00
vegan
gluten-free
Cheese & Local Honey Plate
$12.00
today's chutney, almonds, artisan crackers
gluten-free
White Bean with Caramelized Onion Dip**
$9.00
sun-dried tomato, balsamic, rosemary crisp
Salads
Add to any salad: chilled lemon chicken - $5, prosciutto - $5, sunburst trout fillet - $12, smoked trout - $8, shrimp - $9. Dressing choices: greek, balsamic, caesar vinaigrettes, ranch & blue cheese
Beets Caprese Salad***
fresh mozzarella, basil, roasted red and gold beets, super seeds, spring mix, balsamic vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola***
saluda grade organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Greek***
romaine, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Caesar
Romaine, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar, croutons. Contains partially cooked egg
- $9.00
- $17.00
Garden Salad
organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing
vegan
gluten-free
- $7.00
- $13.00
Tabouleh** ***
$12.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, red pepper, parsley on greens with feta, cucumber, tomatoes, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, greek dressing, pita
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$16.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumber, greek dressing, pickled purple onions, pita
Sandwiches
Sandwiches are served with an option of tortilla chips, garbanzo bean salad, quinoa tabouleh $1, garden salad $2, cup of soup $3. Gluten-Free Bun (eat more bakery, asheville, nc) - add $2.50
The Po Smash Burger* **
$15.00
2 quarter lb patties cooked medium, topped with ny sharp white cheddar, pickled purple onion, lettuce, tomato, potato bun
Chicken Gyro** ***
$12.00
chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, onion, greek pita
Trout BLT Wrap**
$12.00
sunburst mountain trout fillet, tomato, applewood smoked bacon greens, citrus herb aioli
Turkey Club**
$13.00
turkey, applewood smoked bacon, white cheddar, greens, tomato, honey mustard, potato bun
Soup/Sandwich
$11.00
1/2 portion of a sandwich listed below & a cup of soup
Salad/Sandwich
$12.00
1/2 portion of a sandwich listed below & choice of salad
BLT**
$10.00
applewood smoked bacon, mixed greens, tomato, duke's mayo, multigrain wheat
Turkey Havarti**
$12.00
turkey, havarti, greens, pickled onion, dill aioli. sunflower wheat
Reuben**
$13.00
pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye, sauerkraut
- The Rachel - Sub Turkey
- $12.00
- Alison Kraut - Vegetarian with Wild Mushrooms
- $12.00
Toasted Cheese**
$6.00
choice of cheddar, swiss, or mozzarella on rye, wheat, or potato bun
Pizza
8" Gluten Free Crusts (eatmore bakery) add $3
Classico
uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Caprese
garlic olive oil base, fresh tomato, fresh mozzarella, basil, salt & pepper, balsamic reduction
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chèvre, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blend over garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $9.00
Sicilian
pepperoni, feta. red pepper, onions, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, banana peppers, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Baconzola
canadian bacon, onions, gorgonzola, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh rosemary, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic tomato sauce
- 7" $7.00
- 12" $12.00
Pizza - Toppings
Topping #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, jalapeños, garlic, spinach, banana peppers, pickled purple onions, basil, rosemary, pineapple, fresh tomato, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan, basil
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Topping #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, bacon, sun-dried tomatoes, gorgonzola
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Topping #3
chicken, chèvre, prosciutto, wild mushroom, fresh mozzarella
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
Craft Libations
back to basics, these signature cocktails are enjoyable, well known classics, with a purple onion twist
Signature Cocktails
$13
Tropic Thunder
muddy river rum, coconut, ginger liqueur, pineapple, kaffir lime, sesame - piña colada meets south east asia flavors
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark, blackberry, lemon - zesty and robust with a rich bourbon flavor
Rhuby Called
lunazul blanco, rhubarb, patrón citrónge, lime, rhubarb bitters - sweet, tart, refreshing take on the margarita
Until Next Time
black pepper vodka, elderflower liqueur, green chartreuse, coriander, lime, grapefruit - lively, crisp, with a subtle touch of warmth
Ode To Ladies
uncle val's gin, citrus honey, lime, lemon, orange bitters - zesty, herbal, citrusy, balanced, sophisticated
The Suki
el jimador reposado, lime, grapefruit cordial, cava - citrusy and effervescent with a smooth tequila finish
Zero Proof
ask about our signatures as a zero proof option
Helleborus
$8.00
apple, rose water, lemon, ginger, vanilla, cardamom, soda H2O
House Cocktails
Whisky Sour
with or without egg white
Manhattan
Old Fashioned
Irish Coffee
Negroni
Gin & Tonic
Tom Collins
Bee Sting
Gimlet
Martini
French 75
Corpse Reviver No. 2
Moscow Mule
Espresso Martini
White Russian
Black Russian
Lemon Drop-Tini
Cosmo
Bloody Mary
Margarita
Aperol Spritz
Mojito
Dark & Stormy
Sidecar
Sazerac
Cordials
Campari
Aperol
Patrón Citrónge
Grand Marnier
St Elder Elderflower
Kahlúa
Baileys
Frangelico
Canton Ginger
78' C Limoncello
*Burgers are cooked to order. Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of foodborne illness. **Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Craft Libations
back to basics, these signature cocktails are enjoyable, well known classics, with a purple onion twist
Signature Cocktails
$13
Tropic Thunder
muddy river rum, coconut, ginger liqueur, pineapple, kaffir lime, sesame - piña colada meets south east asia flavors
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark, blackberry, lemon - zesty and robust with a rich bourbon flavor
Rhuby Called
lunazul blanco, rhubarb, patrón citrónge, lime, rhubarb bitters - sweet, tart, refreshing take on the margarita
Until Next Time
black pepper vodka, elderflower liqueur, green chartreuse, coriander, lime, grapefruit - lively, crisp, with a subtle touch of warmth
Ode to Ladies
uncle val's gin, citrus honey, lime, lemon, orange bitters - zesty, herbal, citrusy, balanced, sophisticated
The Suki
el jimador reposado, lime, grapefruit cordial, cava - citrusy and effervescent with a smooth tequila finish
Zero Proof
$8. Ask about our signatures as a zero proof option
Helleborus
apple, rose water, lemon, ginger, vanilla, cardamom, soda H2O
House Cocktails
Whisky Sour
with or without egg white
Manhattan
Old Fashioned
Irish Coffee
Negroni
Gin & Tonic
Tom Collins
Bee Sting
Gimlet
Martini
French 75
Corpse Reviver No. 2
Moscow Mule
Espresso Martini
White Russian
Black Russian
Lemon Drop-Tini
Cosmo
Bloody Mary
Margarita
Aperol Spritz
Mojito
Dark & Stormy
Sidecar
Sazerac
Wine List
Our wine list reflects our desire to promote green, price friendly wines from all over the globe. The list is organized by weight with the lightest bodied wines at the top. We are happy to assist you with your selections
Flights
choose any red, rosé and/or whites available by the glass
Three Wines
$12.00Five Wines
$19.00Rosé
Barbera, Day Owl Rosé [CA] 2020
- Glass $9.00
- Full $36.00
Tempranillo, Grenacha, El Coto Rioja Rosé, [SP] 2020
- Full $34.00
Pinot Noir, Cab Franc, Attitude, [FR] 2019
- Full $40.00
White
Riesling, Twisted River, Mosel [GER] NV
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Riesling, Trefethen, Napa [CA] 2020
- Full $40.00
Pinot Blanc, Robert Sinskey [CA] 2015^
- Half $26.00
Pinot Grigio, Stemmari, Sicily [IT] 2021
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Pinot Gris, King Estate [OR] 2021^
- Half $18.00
- Full $36.00
Pinot Grigio, Tommasi, Veneto [IT] 2021^
- Full $32.00
Xarelo-Lo, Alta Alella [SP] 2020^
- Full $36.00
Verdejo, Naia, Rueda [SP] 2019
- Full $32.00
Sauvignon Blanc, La Galope, Gascogne [FR] 2020
- Glass $9.00
- Full $32.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dog Point Vineyard, Marlborough [NZ] 2021^
- Full $42.00
Sancerre, Fournier, Sancerre [FR] 2020
- Full $52.00
Pouilly-Fuisse, Domaine Renaud [FR] 2019
- Half $23.00
Rousanne Marsanne Viognier, Davis Family, Cuvee Luke, [CA] 2021
- Full $46.00
Chardonnay, Vignerons de Buxy, Bourgogne [FR] 2021^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $38.00
Chardonnay, Laroche, St. Martin Chablis, Bourgogne [FR] 2021
- Full $50.00
Chardonnay, Peirano Heritage Estate, Lodi [CA] 2018
- Glass $9.00
- Full $36.00
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros [CA] 2021
- Half $33.00
- Full $64.00
Sparkling Wines
Prosecco, Cannela [IT]
- Bottle (187ml) $9.00
Prosecco, Tommasi [IT] NV
- Full $34.00
Cremant, Bailly Lapierre, Reserve Brut, Bourgogne, [FR] NV
- Full $38.00
Champagne, J. Lassalle Premier Cru, [FR] NV
- Full $89.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut [FR] NV
- Full $110.00
Champagne, Laurent Perrier Brut [FR] NV
- Half $43.00
Blanc de Noir, Gloria Ferrer [CA] NV
- Half $21.00
- Full $40.00
Cava, Proa Brut [SP] NV
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Bottle Beers
Miller Light
$3.00Michelob Ultra
$3.00Bud Light
$3.00Corona
$4.00Stella Artois
$4.00Rotating Hard Seltzer
$4.00Rotating Craft Non-Alcoholic Beer
$4.00Rotating Gluten Free Beer
$4.00Cordials
Campari
Aperol
Patrón Citrónge
Grand Marnier
St Elder Elderflower
Kahlúa
Baileys
Frangelico
Canton Ginger
78' C Limoncello
^Denotes organic, sustainable and/or organic wines
Brunch
Grit and Belly Bowl
$18.00
sous vide pork belly, anson mills cheesy grits, baby spinach, medium poached egg, bourbon hollandaise
gluten-free
Breakfast Pizza
$14.00
farm fresh eggs, everything seasoned vol-au-vent, arugula, parmesan, sharp cheddar, bacon
Trout Insalata***
$14.00
spinach, sunburst smoked trout, kalamata olives, tomato, cucumber, purple onion, caper, creamy dill dressing, parmesan
gluten-free
Pastry of the Day
bakers choice of a sweet or savory pâtisserie
- MP
Pizza
Classico
uncured pepperoni, onion, italian sausage, mushrooms, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana, pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Caprese
garlic olive oil base, tomato, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, fresh cracked pepper, balsamic reduction
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chèvre, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blend over garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $9.00
Sicilian
pepperoni, feta. red pepper, onion, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, banana peppers, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Baconzola
canadian bacon, onions, gorgonzola, mozzarella, parmesan, fresh rosemary, tomato sauce
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic
- 7" $7.00
- 12" $12.00
Pizza - Toppings
Topping #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, garlic, spinach, banana peppers, pickled purple onions, rosemary, pineapple, fresh tomato, cheddar, basil, mozzarella, parmesan, black olives, jalapeños
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Topping #2
kalamata olives, italian sausage, uncured pepperoni, bacon
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Topping #3
sun-dried tomatoes, gorgonzola, chèvre, chicken, prosciutto, wild mushroom, fresh mozzarella
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
Starters
Ciabatta Baguette
$5.00
garlic herb dipping mix, extra virgin olive oil
vegan
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Southern Caviar**
$8.00
NY white cheddar pimento cheese, peppers, pickles, stone ground mustard, crostini
Bowl of Marinated Olives
$6.00
vegan
gluten-free
Salsa and Tortilla Chips
$7.00
vegan
gluten-free
Cheese & Local Honey Plate
$12.00
today's chutney almonds, artisan crackers
gluten-free
Salads
Dressing choices: greek, balsamic, soy ginger, caesar vinaigrettes, ranch & blue cheese. Add to any salad: chicken breast $5, prosciutto $5, sunburst trout fillet $12, smoked trout $8, shrimp $9
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola***
saluda grade organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Greek***
romaine, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $15.00
Garden Salad
organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing
vegan
gluten-free
- $7.00
- $13.00
Tabouleh** ***
$12.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, red pepper, parsley on greens with feta, cucumber, tomatoes, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, greek dressing, pita
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$16.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumber, greek dressing, pickled purple onions, pita
Sandwiches
Sandwiches are served with an option of tortilla chips, garbanzo bean salad, quinoa tabouleh $1, garden salad $2, cup of soup $3. Gluten-free bun (eat more bakery, asheville, nc) - add $2.50
The Po Smash Burger**
$15.00
two ABC farm patties, burger cooked medium, ny sharp white cheddar, pickled purple onion, lettuce, tomato, potato bun
Chicken Gyro
$12.00
chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, onion, greek pita
Sandwich Combo
1/2 portion of a sandwich (BLT, Turkey Havarti, Reuben, the Rachel, Alison Kraut, Toasted Cheese) & a cup of soup OR choice of salad
- Sandwich & a Cup of Soup $11.00
- Sandwich & Choice of Salad $12.00
BLT
$10.00
applewood smoked bacon, mixed greens, tomato, duke's mayo, multigrain wheat
Turkey Havarti**
$12.00
turkey, havarti, local greens, pickled onions, dill aioli, sunflower wheat
Reuben**
$13.00
pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye, sauerkraut
The Rachel
$12.00
sub turkey
Alison Kraut
$12.00
vegetarian with wild mushrooms
Toasted Cheese
$6.00
choice of cheddar, swiss, or mozzarella on rye, wheat, or potato bun
Brunch Sides
Candied Pork Belly
$6.00Applewood Bacon
$3.00Cheddar Grits
$3.00Seasonal Fruit
$3.00Desserts
Ask your server or check our dessert case for our other house-made specials
Blackberry Cobbler
warm berries, flakey pie crust topping
- $7.00
- With Ice Cream $8.00
Tiramisu
$8.00
mascarpone custard and dark cocoa layers of coffee liqueur soaked sponge cake
Crème Brûlée
$8.00
vanilla custard, caramelized sugar crust, almond biscotti
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$9.00
caramel whiskey sauce, pecan streusel
Vegan Option of the Day
- MP
Mimosas
Signature mimosas served with 6oz of PROA brut cava
The Classic
$10.00
natalie's orange juice
You and a Friend
$34.00
32 oz of the classic served in a carafe
Cranberry Cherry
$10.00
bada bing cherry, cranberry juice
Blackberry
$10.00
blackberry tincture, lemon
Pomegranate
$10.00
pom pomegranate juice
Tropical Heat
$10.00
pineapple, chili honey, lime
Bloody Marys
bloody mary's served with Charleston bold n' spicy mix, tajin rim, pickled accoutrements
Bloody Mary
$13.00
absolut vodka
Bloody Maria
$13.00
lunazul blanco
Michelada
$9.00
craft light beer
Bloody Derby
$13.00
makers mark
Signature Cocktails
$13
Tropic Thunder
muddy river rum, coconut, ginger liqueur, pineapple, kaffir lime, sesame; piña colada meets south east asia flavors
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark, blackberry, lemon; zesty and robust, rich bourbon flavor
Rhuby Called
lunazul blanco, rhubarb, lime, patrón citrónge, rhubarb bitters; sweet, tart, refreshing take on the margarita
Until Next Time
black pepper vodka, elderflower liqueur, green chartreuse, coriander, lime, grapefruit; lively, crisp, with a subtle touch of warmth
Ode to Ladies
uncle val's gin, citrus honey, lime, lemon, orange bitters; zesty, herbal, citrusy, balanced, sophisticated
The Suki
el jimador reposado, grapefruit cordial, lime, cava; citrusy and effervescent, smooth tequila finish
Brunch Cocktails
$13
Espresso Martini
absolut vodka, kahlua french press espresso
Irish Coffee
jameson, coffee, demerara, cold foam
White Russian
absolut vodka, kahlua, half and half
Zero Proof
$8. Ask about our signatures as a zero proof option
Helleborus
apple, rose water, lemon, ginger, vanilla, cardamom, soda H2O
Whites
Cava, Proa, Brut [SP] NV
- $8.00
- $32.00
Riesling, Twisted River, Mosel [GER] 2021
- $9.00
- $36.00
Pinot Grigio, Stemmari, Sicily, [IT] 2021
- $9.00
- $36.00
Sauvignon Blanc, La Galope, Gascogne [FR] 2021
- $9.00
- $36.00
Chardonnay, Bourgogne Blanc, Vignerons de Buxy [FR] 2021
- $11.00
- $41.00
Chardonnay, Harken, Tri County [CA] 2018
- $10.00
- $39.00
Reds
Pinot Noir, Campet Ste. Marie, Limoux [FR] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Sangiovese Syrah Merlot, Querceto, Tuscany [IT] 2020
- $10.00
- $39.00
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Lodi [CA] 2018
- $10.00
- $39.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Newton Skyside, Napa Valley [CA] 2019
- $12.00
- $42.00
Beer
Miller Light, Michelob Ultra, Bud Light
$4.00Corona, Stella Artois, Rotating Hard Seltzer
$5.00Rotating Gluten Free Beer or Craft NA Beer
$5.50Beverages
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite
$2.00Fresh Roasted Coffee
$2.00Iced Tea or Hot Tea
$2.50Mexican Coke
$3.00Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
$3.00Root Beer, Ginger Ale
$2.50Milk
$2.00San Pellegrino
- $3.00
- $6.00
Juice Box
$1.00
**Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Desserts
Ask your server or check our dessert case for our other house-made specials
Blackberry Cobbler
$7.00
warm berries, flakey pie crust topping
Tiramisu
$7.00
mascarpone custard and dark cocoa between layers of coffee liqueur soaked sponge cake
Crème Brûlée
$7.00
vanilla custard, caramelized sugar crust, almond biscotti
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$8.00
caramel whiskey sauce, pecan streusel
Chocolate Decadence
$8.00
flourless, rich, dark chocolate cake, raspberry cabernet sauce
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General Info
Payment Types
Visa
MasterCard
Discover
All Major Cards
American Express
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Greek
Mediterranean
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Friday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Sunday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
About Us
Located in historical Saluda with live music and outdoor dining available, The Purple Onion features a variety of ethnically inspired dished with an empasis on the Mediterranean's simple, healthful cuisines and a focus on freshness.