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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
- $5.00
- $7.00
Ciabatta Baguette (V)
$6.00
extra virgin olive oil w/garlic herb dipping mix, european butter, roasted garlic clove
Crab au Gratin
$18.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Romesco Dip (V)
$11.00
fire roasted red peppers, toasted almonds, garlic, daves micros, seasonal vegetable, benne crisp
Boiled Peanut Skillet (GF,V)
$9.00
in shell peanuts simmered in a rotation of classic and unique flavors
Mediterranean Plate (V)
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives,tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek, pickled purple onions, pita
Cheese and Honey (GF)
$14.00
local Atkins honey, rotating selection of domestic or imported cheese, salted 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, crudite, pita
Small Plates & Mains
Miso Butter Mushroom Skillet (vgn,GF)
$14.00
melange of shiitake, oyster, cremini and portabella, vegan butter, radish, scallion
Sweet and Smoky Confit Pork Belly (GF)
$14.00
sour cherry gastrique, pickled mustard seed, dave's micros
Farm Fresh Egg w/ Roasted Asparagus
$15.00
lightly roasted asparagus, soft poasched egg, cherry tomato, parmesan peppercorn drizzle, capers, proscuitto crisp
Heirloom Carrots (V,GF)
$11.00
maple soy glaze, toasted almonds, greek yogurt, cucumber, mint
Champagne Beets & Whipped Ricotta (V,GF)
$12.00
oranges, pepita seeds, chili honey
NC Shrimp & Proscuitto Papardelle
$31.00
peas, blistered tomatoes, roasted garlic white wine butter sauce, brûléed ricotta
Sunburst Mountain Trout (GF)
$30.00
herb roasted, slivered almond meunière sauce, parmesan risotto, roasted asparagus
Buttermilk Brined Bone-in Pork Chop (GF)
$30.00
salt and vinegar smashed potatoes, lusty monk mustard dill sauce, peas and carrots
The PO 1/2# Smash Burger (GFM)
$20.00
ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled onion, brioche bun, mashed potatoes
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all 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
Beets "Caprese" (V,GF)
roasted & marinated red beets, fresh ciliegine mozzarella, signature 7 seeds, basil vinaigrette, dave's greens
- $9.00
- $15.00
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
- $13.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
- $7.00
- $13.00
Farmers Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar vinaigrette, croutons; caesar salad (contains partially cooked egg)
- $10.00
- $15.00
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
Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of foodborne illness. GF-gluten free. V-vegetarian. vgn-vegan * indicates with modifications
Starters & Shares
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Ciabatta Baguette (V)
$6.00
extra virgin olive oil w/ garlic herb dipping mix, european butter, roasted garlic clove
Crab au Gratin
$18.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Romesco Dip (V)
$11.00
fire roasted red peppers, toasted almonds, garlic, daves micros, seasonal vegetable, benne crisp
Boiled Peanut Skillet (GF,V)
$9.00
in shell peanuts simmered in a rotation of classic and unique flavors
Mediterranean Plate (V)
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives,tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek, pickled purple onions, pita
Cheese and Honey (GF)
$14.00
local Atkins honey, rotating selection of domestic or imported cheese, salted 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, crudite, pita
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all 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
Beets "Caprese" (V,GF)
roasted & marinated red beets, fresh ciliegine mozzarella, signature 7 seeds, basil vinaigrette, dave's greens
- $9.00
- $15.00
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola (V,GF)
saluda grade 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
- $13.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
- $7.00
- $13.00
Farmers Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar, croutons
- $10.00
- $15.00
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 are served with an option of tortilla chips, garbanzo bean salad, quinoa tabouleh $1, garden salad $2, cup of soup $3
B.L.T. Trout Wrap
$16.00
sunburst mountain trout fillet, tomato, smoked bacon, mixed greens & slaw, mayo, peppercorn parmesan drizzle, tortilla wrap
The PO Smash Burger* (GF*)
$17.00
half pound burger with two 4 oz beef patties topped with ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, brioche bun and house pickle
Chicken Gyro** (GF*,V*)
chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, marinated onion, greek pita
- $14.00
- Make It a Trout Gyro with Sunburst Trout Filet $16.00
Sesame Pita** (vgn,GF*)
$12.00
sesame roasted wild mushrooms, garbanzo bean hummus, pickled onion, shredded cabbage, ponzu, cucumber
vegan
Soup/Sandwich or Salad/Sandwich Combo
$13.00
choice of soup or salad with a half sandwich from selection below only
The Billers (GF*)
$14.00
hot roasted turkey, sliced apples, sharp white cheddar, arugula, local apple butter & dijon aioli, sunflower wheat
BLT (GF*)
$14.00
applewood smoked bacon, local greens, tomato, dukes, wheat
Reuban (GF*)
$14.00
pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye
Rachel (GF*)
$14.00
turkey, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye
Alison Kraut (GF*)
$14.00
roasted wild mushrooms, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye
Toast Cheese (GF*)
$7.00
cheddar and mozzarella on 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
Consuming raw or undercooked foods may increase your risk of foodborne illness. 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
Monks Garden
$15.00
green chartreuse, elderflower liqueur, sparkling wine; spritzy, herbal, clean
S&L Margarita
$12.00
lunazul blanco, patrón citrónge, chili infused local honey, lime; tart, vibrant, fresh
Golden Hour Sour
$16.00
knobb creek rye whiskey, aperol, lemon, honey, orange bitters; warming, bold, citrus-kissed
The Suki
$13.00
el jimador reposado, grapefruit cordial, cava bubbles, fresh lime; citrusy, effervescent, smooth tequila finish
0% - Saluda Bramble
$8.00
atkins blackberry, lemonade, bubble water, mint
0% - Prickly Fizz
$8.00
prickly pear puree, green tea, lime, soda h2o
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
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
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$9.50
caramel whiskey sauce, pecan streusel
Beverages
Coke
$2.00Diet Coke
$2.00Sprite
$2.00Root Beer
$2.50Ginger Ale
$2.50Iced Tea
$3.00Mexican Coke
$3.00Milk
$3.00Hot Chocolate
$3.50Topo Chico
$3.00Juice Box
$1.00Hot tea
$2.50
selection of premium assorted teas
Hand Squeezed Fresh Lemonade
$3.00Little River Roasting Purple Onion Blend Coffee
$3.00Browse Nearby
General Info
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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 - 8:00pm
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.