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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
Snacks
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Ciabatta Bread
$5.00
served with garlic herb mix & evoo
vegan
Cheese & Local Honey Plate
$13.00
artisan cheese, chutney, almonds, artisan crackers
gluten-free
Southern Caviar**
$9.00
ny white sharp cheddar pimento cheese, sweety drop peppers, pickles, stone ground mustard, crostini
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki
$12.00
capers, pickled onions, lemon, cucumber, seeded crackers
gluten-free
Salads
add to any salad: chicken breast $6, sunburst trout fillet $12, smoked trout $8
Garden Salad
mixed baby greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots; dressing choices: greek, balsamic, ranch
vegan
gluten-free
- $7.00
- $13.00
Greek***
lettuce, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
Tabouleh** ***
$12.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, parsley, sweet red pepper, lemon & olive oil; on greens with feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, greek dressing, pita
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled purple onions, greek dressing, pita
Entrees
Sunburst Mountain Trout
$29.00
roasted anson mills grit cake, wilted greens, brown butter pecan meunière sauce
gluten-free
The Po Smash Burger**
$16.00
half pound burger with two 4 oz beef patties topped with ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, brioche bun, tortilla chips and pickle
Buttermilk Brined Bone-In Pork Chop
$30.00
salt and vinegar smashed potatoes, brussels sprouts, lusty monk mustard dill cream
gluten-free
Joyce Farms Roasted Airline Chicken
$27.00
stuffed with roasted garlic burro, broccoli, linguini pasta, white wine "alfredo" cream
Broccoli Pasta
$16.00
broccoli, linguini pasta, white wine "alfredo" cream
Pizzas
7" individual pizzas use kontos greek style pitas. 12" pizzas use Danny Britt's New Jersey style pizza crust. Individual Gluten Free Crusts (Eatmore Bakery, NC) add $3
Classico
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
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Cheese
mozzarella & parmesan on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic
- 7" $7.00
- 12" $12.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chèvre, mozz, parmesan, arugula, 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
- 12" $17.00
Pepperoni
mozzarella & parmesan, tomato sauce, uncured pepperoni
- 7" $8.50
- 12" $15.50
Toppings
Toppings #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, jalapeños, garlic, spinach, banana peppers, pickled purple onions, pineapple, fresh tomato, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Toppings #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, feta
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Toppings #3
chicken, chèvre, wild mushrooms
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
Beverages
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite
$2.00Root Beer & Ginger Ale
$2.50Iced Tea
$2.50Mexican Coke
$3.00Izze
$2.50Milk
$2.00San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
$2.50Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
$2.50Juice Box
$1.00Signature Cocktails
$13
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark whiskey bourbon, blackberry, lemon
S&L Margarita
el jimador reposado, patron citronge' chili honey, lime
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] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Sangiovese, Grignano, Chianti Rufina [IT] 2021
- $12.00
- $41.00
Malbec Barbera Tempranillo Cab, Wente "Diablo" Red Blend [CA] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Lodi [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Newton Skyside, Napa Valley [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Bottled Beer
Miller Light, Michelob Ultra, Bud Light
$4.00Corona, Stella Artois, Rotating Hard Seltzer
$5.00Rotating Gluten Free Beer or Craft NA Beer
$5.50
**Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Snacks
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Ciabatta Bread
$5.00
served with garlic herb mix & evoo
vegan
Cheese & Local Honey Plate
$13.00
artisan cheese, chutney, almonds, artisan crackers
gluten-free
Southern Caviar**
$9.00
ny white sharp cheddar pimento cheese, sweety drop peppers, pickles, stone ground mustard, crostini
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki
$12.00
capers, pickled onions, lemon, cucumber, seeded crackers
gluten-free
Salads
add to any salad: chicken breast $6, sunburst trout fillet $12, smoked trout $8
Garden Salad
mixed baby greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots; dressing choices: greek, balsamic, ranch
vegan
gluten-free
- $7.00
- $13.00
Greek***
lettuce, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
Tabouleh** ***
$12.00
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, parsley, sweet red pepper, lemon & olive oil; on greens with feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, marinated purple onions, kalamata olives, greek dressing, pita
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled purple onions, greek dressing, pita
Sandwiches
The Po Smash Burger**
$16.00
two 4 oz beef patties topped with ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, brioche bun
Chicken Gyro** ***
chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, marinated onion, greek dressing, pita. Make It a Trout Gyro - with Sunburst Trout Fillet (Gluten-Free with Modifications)
- $12.00
- Make It a Trout Gyro $15.00
Vermonter
$12.00
sliced roasted turkey, sharp white cheddar, arugula, honey mustard, toasted sunflower wheat
Toasted Cheese**
$6.00
cheddar and mozzarella on toasted multigrain
Soup / Sandwich or Salad / Sandwich Combo
$12.00
choice of ½ vermonter or full toasted cheese with a either a cup of soup or a garden or greek salad
Pizza
7" individual pizzas use kontos greek style pitas. 12" pizzas use Danny Britt's New Jersey style pizza crust. Individual Gluten Free Crusts (Eatmore Bakery, NC) add $3
Classico
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
- 7" $9.00
- 12" $17.00
Cheese
mozzarella & parmesan on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO & garlic
- 7" $7.00
- 12" $12.00
Wild Mushroom & Arugula
sautéed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chèvre, mozz, parmesan, arugula, 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
- 12" $17.00
Pepperoni
mozzarella & parmesan, tomato sauce, uncured pepperoni
- 7" $8.50
- 12" $15.50
Toppings
Toppings #1
mushrooms, onions, bell peppers, black olives, jalapeños, garlic, spinach, banana peppers, pickled purple onions, pineapple, fresh tomato, cheddar, mozzarella, parmesan
- 7" $0.75
- 12" $1.75
Toppings #2
kalamata olives, uncured pepperoni, italian sausage, feta
- 7" $1.50
- 12" $3.50
Toppings #3
chicken, chèvre, wild mushrooms
- 7" $2.00
- 12" $4.50
Beverages
Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite
$2.00Root Beer & Ginger Ale
$2.50Iced Tea
$2.50Mexican Coke
$3.00Izze
$2.50Milk
$2.00San Pellegrino Sparkling Water
$2.50Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
$2.50Juice Box
$1.00Signature Cocktails
Smoky Mountain
$13.00
maker's mark whiskey bourbon, blackberry, lemon
S&L Margarita
$13.00
el jimador reposado, patron citronge' chili honey, lime
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] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Sangiovese, Grignano, Chianti Rufina [IT] 2021
- $12.00
- $41.00
Malbec Barbera Tempranillo Cab, Wente "Diablo" Red Blend [CA] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Lodi [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Newton Skyside, Napa Valley [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Bottled Beer
Miller Light, Michelob Ultra, Bud Light
$4.00Corona, Stella Artois, Rotating Hard Seltzer
$5.00Rotating Gluten Free Beer or Craft NA Beer
$5.50
**Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Signature Cocktails
$13
Smoky Mountain
maker's mark whiskey bourbon, blackberry, lemon
S&L Margarita
el jimador reposado, patron citronge' chili honey, lime
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] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Sangiovese, Grignano, Chianti Rufina [IT] 2021
- $12.00
- $41.00
Malbec Barbera Tempranillo Cab, Wente "Diablo" Red Blend [CA] 2021
- $10.00
- $39.00
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Lodi [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Newton Skyside, Napa Valley [CA] 2019
- $10.00
- $39.00
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
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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 - 8:00pm
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.