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Purple Onion
16 Main St
Saluda, US-NC 28773
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Dinner Menu
Lunch Menu
Libations
Desserts & After Dinner Drinks
Coffee & Other Beverages
Dinner Menu
Starters & Shares
Soup of the Day
- $6.00
- $8.00
Ciabatta Baguette (V)
$6.00
extra virgin olive oil w/garlic herb dipping mix, european butter, roasted garlic clove
Crab au Gratin
$19.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Pimento Cheese and Pickles Board (V)
$15.00
extra sharp white & yellow cheddar, parmesan, dukes, pimentos, house pickles, dilly beans, pickled okra, pepper jelly, benne crisp
Boiled Peanut Skillet
in shell peanuts simmered in a rotation of classic and unique flavors
- MP
Mediterranean Plate (V)
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek drizzle, pickled purple onions, pita
Aged Gouda and Honey (GF)
$16.00
9 month aged beemster gouda, local Atkins honey, roasted almonds, fruit preserve, crackers
Bowl of Marinated Olives (vgn,GF)
$8.00
mediterranean blend of pitted mixed olives
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki (GF)
$14.00
capers, lemon, pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker
Hummus and Pita (vgn,GF)
$9.00
garbanzo bean hummus, crudités, pita
Small Plates & Mains
Charred Broccoli & Romesco (vgn)
$10.00
toasted almonds, black salt, herb oil
Cast Iron Wild Mushrooms (V)
$16.00
shiitake, oyster, cremini and seasonals, marsala glaze, holly grove chevre, rosemary, white wine cream, puff pastry
Argentinian Chorizo (GF)
$17.00
butternut squash, pepitas, arugula, pickled onion, crystalized ginger, basil mint chimichurr
Dolce & Salato
$16.00
prosciuitto di parma, gorgonzola, honey drizzle, walnuts, cider pickled apples, grilled focaccia
Sunburst Mountain Trout
$33.00
braised gigante beans, smoky butternut squash, toasted almond and sage gremolata, apple cider brown butter
Painted Hills Farm Ribeye
14oz pasture raised grass fed & grain finished, demi glace, creamy yukon golds, seasonal veg; add the following: nc shrimp $10, holly grove chevre $6, black & bleu $7, wild mushrooms $7
- MP
NC Shrimp Pappardelle
$33.00
blistered tomatoes, roasted garlic, kalamata olives, capers, oregano, romesco, shaved parmesan, pappardelle, herb bread crumbs
Buttermilk Brined Bone-In Pork Chop (GF)
$32.00
apricot mostarda, whipped potatoes, roasted brussels, lusty monk mustard cream
The Po Smash Burger
$20.00
half pound burger of two 4-oz beef patties, ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, brioche bun, house pickle
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all our lettuce from Saluda Grade Farms. Add to any of the below: chilled lemon chicken $6, smoked SBT trout $9, nc shrimp $10, sunburst trout fillet $12, daily fish - MP, wild mushrooms $6. Dressing choices: greek, balsamic & caesar vinaigrettes, bleu cheese, honey mustard, or ranch
Farmers Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar vinaigrette, croutons; caesar salad (contains partially cooked egg)
- $10.00
- $15.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
- $7.00
- $13.00
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola (V,GF)
organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
- $9.00
- $15.00
Greek (V,GF)
mixed greens, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
- $8.00
- $14.00
Garden Salad (vgn,GF)
organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing
- $7.00
- $13.00
Tabouleh (V)
$14.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, red pepper & parsley, on greens with feta, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, cucumber, tomatoes, greek dressing, pita
Pizza
10" Gluten Free Option (cauliflower) with 12" toppings add $3
Classico
uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $17.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chevre, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blend over garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, parmesan & fresh tomatoes
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Pepperoni
mozzarella & parm on tomato sauce, uncured pepperoni
- 7" $9.50
- 12" $16.50
Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic
- 7" $8.00
- 12" $12.00
Pizza Toppings
Pizza Toppings #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, garlic, spinach, fresh tomato, cheddar, pickled purple onions, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Pizza Toppings #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, feta, arugula
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Pizza Toppings #3
chicken, chèvre, wild mushroom, italian sausage
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
GF-gluten free. V-vegetarian. vgn-vegan indicates with modifications
Starters & Shares
Soup of the Day
- $6.00
- $8.00
Ciabatta Baguette (V)
$6.00
extra virgin olive oil w/ garlic herb dipping mix, european butter, roasted garlic clove
Crab au Gratin
$19.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Pimento Cheese and Pickles Board (V)
$15.00
extra sharp white & yellow cheddar, parmesan, dukes, pimentos, house pickles, dilly beans, pickled okra, pepper jelly, benne crisp
Boiled Peanut Skillet
in shell peanuts simmered in a rotation of classic and unique flavors
- MP
Mediterranean Plate (V)
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives, tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek drizzle, pickled purple onions, pita
Aged Gouda and Honey (GF)
$16.00
9 month aged beemster gouda, local Atkins honey, roasted almonds, fruit preserve, crackers
Bowl of Marinated Olives (vgn,GF)
$8.00
mediterranean blend of pitted mixed olives
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki (GF)
$14.00
capers, lemon, pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker
Hummus and Pita (vgn,GF)
$9.00
garbanzo bean hummus, crudités, pita
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all our lettuce from Saluda Grade Farms. Add to any of the below: chilled lemon chicken $6, smoked SBT trout $9, nc shrimp $10, sunburst trout fillet $12, sliced turkey $5, wild mushrooms $6. Dressing choices: greek, balsamic & caesar vinaigrettes, bleu cheese, honey mustard, or ranch
Farmers Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar vinaigrette, croutons; caesar salad (contains partially cooked egg)
- $10.00
- $15.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons; caesar salad (contains partially cooked egg)
- $7.00
- $13.00
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola (V,GF)
organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
- $9.00
- $15.00
Greek (V,GF)
mixed greens, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
- $8.00
- $14.00
Garden Salad (vgn, GF)
organic greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing
- $7.00
- $13.00
Tabouleh (V)
$14.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, red pepper & parsley, on greens with feta, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, cucumber, tomatoes, greek dressing, pita
Sandwiches
sandwiches served with an option of chips or garbanzo bean salad, sub-quinoa tabouleh $1, garden salad $4, cup of soup $4, gourmet side salad $5
Baja Trout Wrap
$16.00
sunburst mountain trout fillet, mixed greens & cabbage, cherry tomato, pickled onion, chili lime crema, tortilla wrap
P.O Smash Burger
quarter pound beef patty, ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, brioche bun, house pickle
- $15.00
- Double Smash Burger $20.00
Chicken Gyro
Chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, marinated onion, greek pita. Make It a Trout Gyro - with sunburst trout fillet
- $15.00
- Make It a Trout Gyro $16.00
Greater Greek Pita
$12.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, dave's greens, cucumber, tomatoes, kalamata olives, greek vinaigrette, soft greek pita
Soup/Sandwich or Salad/Sandwich Combo
½ portion of one of the sandwiches listed below only with choice of
- Soup $14.00
- Salad $14.00
Maple Turkey Melt
$14.00
sliced roasted turkey, white cheddar, maple dijon mayo, arugula, cider pickled apples, sunflower wheat
Reuben
Pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye. Rachel - no pastrami, sub turkey. Alison Kraut (V) - no pastrami, sub blend of roasted wild mushrooms
- $15.00
- Rachel $14.00
- Alison Kraut (V) $14.00
The B.L.T.
$14.00
center-cut applewood smoked bacon, thick sliced garden tomatoes, organic mixed greens, dukes, multi-grain sunflower wheat
Toasted Cheese (V)
$7.00
sharp cheddar, mozzarella, toasted multigrain wheat; full sandwich with combo
Udi's Gluten-Free Bun
add $2.50
Pizza
10" Gluten Free option with 12" toppings -- add $3
Classico
uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella, parmesan
vegetarian
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $17.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chevre, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan, balsamic vinaigrette
vegetarian
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blend over garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
vegan
- 7" $10.00
- 12" $19.00
Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce and fresh tomatoes
- 7" $11.00
- 12" $19.00
Pepperoni
mozzarella & parmesan on tomato sauce, uncured pepperoni
- 7" $9.50
- 12" $16.50
Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic, tomato sauce
- 7" $8.00
- 12" $12.00
Pizza Toppings
10" Gluten Free Option (cauliflower) with 12" toppings add $3
Pizza Toppings #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, garlic, spinach, pickled purple onions, fresh tomato, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Pizza Toppings #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, feta, arugula
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Pizza Toppings #3
chicken, chèvre, italian sausage, wild mushrooms
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
GF-gluten free. V-vegetarian. vgn-vegan indicates with modifications
Signature Cocktails
our cocktails are crafted to order with fresh juices, house made tinctures and syrups
Smoky Mountain
$15.00
maker's mark, blackberry, lemon; zesty, robust, rich bourbon flavor
The Gilded One
$14.00
absolut, aperol, benedictine, lemon, hot honey, tangerine; citrusy, bittersweet
Lemongrass Gimlet
$15.00
uncle val's, beefeater, lime, lemongrass tisane cordial, ginger; classic, botanical yet subtle
The Suki
$13.00
el jimador reposado, grapefruit cordial, cava bubbles, lime; citrusy, effervescent, smooth tequila finish
S&L Margarita
$12.00
lunazul blanco, patrón citrónge, chili infused local honey, lime; tart, vibrant, fresh
After Midnight
$16.00
maker's mark, copa de oro, espresso, bauchant orange, vanilla demerara, black walnut bitters; after dinner, slightly sweet
0% - You Put The
$8.00
cream of coconut, coconut water, lime, simple syrup
0% - Saluda Bramble
$8.00
atkins blackberry, lemonade, bubble water, mint
0% - Spicy Cranberry Mule
$8.00
cranberry juice, chili honey, lime, ginger beer
0% - Polynesian Current
$8.00
pineapple, lemongrass cordial, coconut water, sesame
0% Vineyard Alternatives
Prosecco, Good Twin, Organic [IT]
- 187ml $10.00
Moscat Rosé, l'Excessive, Provence [FR}
$35.00Sauvignon Blanc, Plus & Minus, Langhorne [AUS]
$29.00Draft Beers and Ciders
Draft Beers and Ciders
Rotating craft beers & ciders; mostly local, always quality. 9 taps, updated daily. Ask your server or check the board
House Cocktails
Whisky Sour
with or w/out egg
Manhattan
Old Fashioned
Sazerac
Negroni
G & T
Corpse Reviver No. 2
Moscow Mule
Cosmo
Bloody Mary
Martini
Bee Sting
Gimlet
Tom Collins
Sidecar
Aperol Spritz
Mojito
Dark & Stormy
Ranch Water
Paloma
French 75
Vesper
Wine List
structured from lightest to fullest-bodied to guide you effortlessly; suggestions available to enhance your experience.~ cheers
Light
elegant, refreshing, and easy-drinking wines with delicate flavors
Vinho Verde, Aveleda [PT] '24^
- Full $38.00
Riesling, Twisted River, Mosel [DE] NV
- Glass $9.00
- Full $35.00
Picpoul, Florensac, Languedoc [FR] '23^
- Full $34.00
Pinot Grigio, Stemmari, Sicily [IT] '24^
- Glass $9.00
- Full $35.00
Pinot Grigio, Tommasi, veneto [IT] '24^
- Full $42.00
Cortese, Terzetto, Gavi [IT] '24^
- Full $39.00
Albarino, Nora, Rias Baixas [ES] '24^
- Full $44.00
Medium
balancing weight and richness with soft acidity
Sauvignon Blanc, Tohu, Marlborough [NZ] '24^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Rabble, Paso Robles [CA] '25^
- Full $40.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dog Point, Marlborough [NZ] '24^
- Full $45.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, Napa Valley [CA] '24^
- 1/2 $23.00
Sancerre, Fournier "Belles Vignes," Loire Valley [FR] '24^
- 1/2 $30.00
- Full $55.00
Verdejo, Naia, Rueda [ES] '23^
- Full $39.00
Chardonnay, Laroche "Saint Martin," Chablis, Bourgogne [FR] '23^
- Full $65.00
Chenin Blanc, Chateau d'Épiré, Loire Valley [FR] '23^
- Full $49.00
Pinot Gris, King Estate, Willamette Valley [OR] '24^
- 1/2 $23.00
- Full $42.00
Fuller
opulent, creamy with weighty texture and some a touch of oak
Viognier, Domaine Arsac, Rhone [FR] '23^
- Full $45.00
Chardonnay, Vignerons de Buxy, Bourgogne [FR] '24^
- Glass $12.00
- Full $45.00
Pouilly-Fuissé, Vitallis, Burgundy [FR] '24^
- 1/2 $35.00
- Full $62.00
Chardonnay, Harken, California [CA] '24^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Chardonnay, Wente, Monterey [CA] '23^
- 1/2 $18.00
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros [CA] '22^
- Full $41.00
Chardonnay, Lewis, Napa Valley [CA] '23
- Full $98.00
Light to Medium
lower tannins, subtle earthy notes and a smooth, silky texture
Gamay, Pizay, Morgon, Beaujolais [FR] '23^
- Full $41.00
Pinot Noir, Campet, Limoux [FR] '24
- Full $39.00
Pinot Noir, King Estate, Willamette Valley [OR] '23^
- 1/2 $24.00
- Full $47.00
Pinot Noir, Chemistry, Willamette Valley [OR] '23^
- 1/2 $11.00
- Full $40.00
Pinot Noir, Knights Templar, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy [FR] '19
- Full $69.00
Pinot Noir, Davis Family "Soul Patch," Russian River Valley [CA] '23^
- Full $92.00
Pinot Noir, Robert Sinskey, Los Carneros, Napa Valley [CA] '18^
- Full $82.00
Medium
dry with higher acidity, versatile and food friendly wines
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Pietrame, Protetta [IT] '23
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Barbera d'Alba, Fantino, Piedmont [IT] '22^
- Full $47.00
Sangiovese, Geggiano, Chianti Classico DOCG [IT] '20^
- Full $61.00
Sangiovese/Merlot/Cab, Brancaia, Toscana [IT] '21^
- Full $41.00
Tempranillo, LAN, Rioja Reserva [ES] '18^
- Full $42.00
Rhône Blend, Chaume-Arsac, Cotes du Rhône [FR] '23
- Full $49.00
Rhone Blend, E. Guigal, Rhone [FR] '22^
- Glass $12.00
- Full $45.00
Priorat, Diorama, Priorat [ES] '21
- Full $49.00
Full
rich, dense texture, with heavier mouthfeel, often with more tannins
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Old Vine, Lodi [CA] '23^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Zinfandel, Frog's Leap, Napa Valley [CA] '22^
- Full $75.00
Malbec, Mendel, Mendoza [AR] '22^
- Full $49.00
Mazuelo/Grenache/Syrah Blend, Bula, Montsant [ES] '21^
- Full $40.00
Syrah, Saint-Joseph, E. Guigal, Rhône [FR] '20^
- Full $79.00
Zinfandel, Biale "Black Chicken," Napa Valley [CA] '22^
- Glass $49.00
- Full $92.00
Barolo, Terzetto, Vendemmia [IT] '21^
- Full $59.00
Amarone, Tommasi, Valpolicella [IT] '21^
- Full $95.00
Bold & Structured
richest texture, highest tannins, deepest flavors, and longest finishes
Merlot, Shelton [NC] '21^
- Full $32.00
Merlot, Trefethen, Napa Valley [CA] '22^
- Full $54.00
Merlot/Cabernet, Château Boutisse, Saint-Émilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux [FR] '22^
- Full $89.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Railsback Frères "Roman Ceremony," Santa Barbara [CA] '21^
- Full $49.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Greenwing (Duckhorn), Columbia Valley [WA] '23^
- Glass $12.00
- Full $43.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Honig, Napa Valley [CA] '21^
- 1/2 $45.00
- Full $89.00
Malbec/Cabernet Sauvignon/Petit Verdot/Tannat, Decero "Amano," Mendoza [AR] '19^
- Full $109.00
Light to Medium
all have crisp palates and approachability, great food wines
Tempranillo, Lobetia, Cuenca [ES] '24^
- Full $32.00
Pinot Noir, Fournier, Sancerre [FR] '24^
- Full $59.00
Pinot Noir, Lucy, Pisoni, Santa Lucia Highlands [CA] '24^
- Full $49.00
Malbec/Cab Franc/Cab Sauv, la Galope, Gascogne [FR] '25^
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Grenache/Syrah/Cinsault/Rolle, Roseblood, Provence [FR] '24^
- Full $42.00
Sparkling Wines
not just for celebrations, ~ bubbles are great anytime, anywhere for everyone
Cava, Diorama [ES] NV
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Prosecco, Tommasi [IT] NV
- Full $41.00
Crémant, Bailly Lapierre, Réserve Brut, Bourgogne [FR] NV^
- Full $39.00
Blanc de Noirs, Gloria Ferrer [CA] NV^
- 1/2 $22.00
- Full $43.00
Chardonnay/Pinot Noir, Rotari, Brut, Trentodoc [IT] NV^
- Bottle (187ml) $10.00
Chardonnay, Ferghettina, Satèn Brut, Franciacorta [IT] NV^
- Full $58.00
Champagne, J. Lassalle, Premier Cru [FR] NV^
- Full $89.00
Champagne, Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Label Brut [FR] NV^
- 1/2 $55.00
- Full $110.00
0% Moscat Rosé, L'excessive, Provence [FR]^
- Full $35.00
^Denotes sustainable and/or organic practicing wineries
Desserts
Our desserts are handcrafted in-house using thoughtfully sourced, seasonal ingredients from local farms and purveyors. Highlighting our pastry chef's skill and creativity, each sweet offering is artfully composed to provide a graceful and memorable experience to your visit. Ask your server or check our dessert case for our other house-made specials
Cobbler of the Day
$9.50
served with vanilla ice cream. Gluten-Free and vegan cobbler available upon request with our house-made vegan oat topping; sans ice cream
Tiramisu
$9.50
mascarpone custard and dark cocoa between layers of coffee liqueur soaked sponge cake
Crème Brûlée
$9.50
vanilla custard, caramelized sugar crust, almond biscotti
gluten-free
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$9.50
caramel whiskey sauce, pecan streusel
Dessert Cocktails
Espresso Martini
$13.00
absolut vodka, espresso, kahlua
Salted Caramel Espresso Martini
$13.00
absolut vodka, espresso, kahlua, baileys irish cream, salted caramel sauce
Irish Coffee
$13.00
jameson, hot regular coffee, demerara syrup, shaken cream
White Russian
$13.00
absolut, kahlua, half and half
Lemon Droptini
$13.00
absolut, fresh squeezed lemonade, sugar
Beverages
Coke
$2.00Diet Coke
$2.00Sprite
$2.00Root Beer
$2.50Ginger Ale
$2.50Iced Tea
$3.00Mexican Coke
$3.00Milk
$3.00Vita Coconut H2o
$3.00San Pellegrino
$3.00Juice Box
$1.00Hot tea
$2.50
selection of premium assorted teas
Hand Squeezed Fresh Lemonade
$3.50Little River Roasting Purple Onion Blend Coffee
$3.00Browse Nearby
General Info
Payment Types
Visa
MasterCard
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All Major Cards
American Express
Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Greek
Mediterranean
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Thursday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Friday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
Saturday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 8:30pm
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.