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Purple Onion
16 Main St
Saluda, US-NC 28773
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Dinner Menu
Lunch Menu
Wine & Beer & Cocktails
Desserts & After Dinner Drinks
Coffee & Other Beverages
Dinner Menu
vegetable ribbons available as gluten-free alternative for pasta; Pork Chop is cooked medium; Ribeye is cooked to order; Caesar Salad (contains partially cooked egg)
Starters & Small Plates
Ciabatta Baguette
$5.00
garlic herb dipping mix, extra virgin olive oil
vegan
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Brûléed Burrata**
$13.00
heirloom peaches, bacon, basil, benne crisp
Seasonal Salsa
$7.00
tortilla chips
vegan
gluten-free
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki
$14.00
capers, lemon, pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker
gluten-free
Bowl of Marinated Olives
$8.00
mediterranean blend of pitted mixed olives
vegan
gluten-free
Sopressata & Aged Gouda Board
$20.00
cured salami, 6 month aged beemster, atkins honey, lusty monk mustard, pickled okra, artisan crisp
gluten-free
Crab au Gratin
$18.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Hummus and Pita**
$7.00
garbanzo bean hummus, crudite, toasted pita
vegan
Boiled Peanut Skillet
$7.00
in shell peanuts simmered in a rotation of classic and unique flavors
Layered Black Bean Dip
$9.00
chipotle black beans, cheddar, sour cream, scallion, radish, tortilla chips
vegetarian
gluten-free
Entrees
Sunburst Mountain Trout
$30.00
boiled peanut succotash, sweet corn, basil, green onion, blistered tomato relish, roasted okra, crispy bacon
gluten-free
Painted Hills Farm Ribeye* **
red wine steak demi glace, chef's spuds, seasonal vegetable; Brûléed Burrata - Add $6, NC Shrimp - $10, Black & Bleu - $7
- MP
Summer Buddha Slate
$25.00
tri-colored quinoa & black forbidden rice, roasted wild mushrooms, summer beans, heirloom tomatoes, pickled onion, super seeds, arugula, confit garlic, lemon basil
vegan
gluten-free
Buttermilk Brined Bone-in Pork Chop*
$30.00
fresh dill and roasted garlic rubbed chop, salt and vinegar smashed red skin potatoes, summer beans, dijon sauce
gluten-free
The Po Smash Burger* **
$16.00
half pound burger with two 4 oz beef patties, ny sharp white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, pickled purple onion, toasted brioche bun, tortilla chips and house pickle
NC Shrimp Alfredo**
$26.00
creamy parmesan sauce, hand cut fresh pasta, local roasted okra; vegetable ribbons available as gluten-free alternative for pasta
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all lettuce from Saluda Grade Farms. Add to any of the below: chilled lemon chicken - $6, sunburst trout fillet- $12, smoked trout - $9, sliced turkey - $5, nc shrimp - $10, wild mushrooms - $6. Dressing choices: greek, balsamic & caesar vinaigrettes, bleu cheese, honey mustard, or ranch
Pink Lady & Gorgonzola
saluda grade organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
vegetarian
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
Greek***
mixed greens, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
vegetarian
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
- $7.00
- $14.00
Farmers Caesar*
bibb lettuce, 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
Tabouleh** ***
$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
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives,tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek, pickled purple onions, 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
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. **Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications
Starters & Small Plates
Ciabatta Baguette
$5.00
garlic herb dipping mix, extra virgin olive oil
vegan
Soup of the Day
- $5.00
- $7.00
Brûléed Burrata**
$13.00
heirloompeaches, bacon, basil, benne crisp
vegetarian
Seasonal Salsa
$7.00
tortilla chips
vegan
gluten-free
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki Board
$14.00
capers, pickled onion, cucumber, lemon, gluten free seeded cracker
gluten-free
Bowl of Marinated Olives
$8.00
mediterranean blend of pitted olives
vegan
gluten-free
Crab au Gratin
$18.00
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread; Crafted with Care, Please Allow Extra Time
Hummus and Pita**
$7.00
garbanzo bean hummus, crudite, toasted pita
vegan
Layered Black Bean Dip
$9.00
chipotle black beans, cheddar, sour cream, scallion, radish, tortilla chips
vegetarian
gluten-free
Salads
Purple onion proudly sources all lettuce from Saluda Grade Farms. Add to any of the below: chilled lemon chicken - $6, smoked trout - $8, nc shrimp - $10, sunburst trout fillet- $12, sliced turkey - $5, wild mushrooms - $5. Dressing choices: greek, balsamic & caesar vinaigrettes, bleu cheese, honey mustard, or ranch
Pink Lady & Gorganzola
saluda grade organic greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette
vegetarian
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
Greek
mixed greens, kalamata olives, feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, purple onions, greek vinaigrette
vegetarian
gluten-free
- $8.00
- $16.00
House Caesar
bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
- $7.00
- $14.00
Farmers Caesar*
bibb lettuce, 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
Tabouleh** ***
$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
Mediterranean Plate** ***
$17.00
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, tzatziki, on greens, kalamata olives,tomatoes, cucumber, feta, greek, 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
B.L.T. Trout Wrap^^
$15.00
sunburst mountain trout fillet, tomato, smoked bacon, mixed greens & cabbage, lemon parmesan aioli, tortilla wrap
Allergens
tree-nut
The P.O. Smash Burger* **
$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** ^^
chilled lemon roasted chicken, tzatziki, greens, feta, tomato, cucumber, marinated onion, greek pita
- $13.00
- Make It a Trout Gyro with Sunburst Trout Filet $15.00
Green Goddess**
$12.00
soft greek pita, avocado mash, baby spinach, arugula, garbanzo beans, tomato, green goddess drizzle; vegan friendly
vegan
Soup/Sandwich or Salad/Sandwich Combo
1/2 portion of sandwich listed below only with choice of soup or salad - $1
Cali Turkey Crunch**
$13.00
sliced roasted turkey, sharp white cheddar, avocado, crisp cabbage slaw, pickled onion, caesar mayo spread, sunflower wheat
BLT**
$12.00
applewood smoked bacon, local greens, tomato, dukes, wheat
Reuben**
$13.00
pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye
Rachel
$13.00
no pastrami, sub turkey
Alison Kraut
$13.00
no pastrami, sub wild mushrooms
Toasted Cheese**
$6.00
cheddar and mozzarella on toasted multigrain wheat; full sandwich with combo
vegetarian
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
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
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. **Gluten-free with modifications. ***Vegan with modifications. ^^Vegetarian 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
Rhu the Day
$13.00
muddy river rum, fresh lemon, strawberry rhubarb ginger shrub, rosemary; - tangy, fruity, easy
S&L Margarita
$12.00
lunazul blanco, patrón citrónge, chili infused local honey, lime; tangy, vibrant and fresh
Last Whisper
$15.00
beefeater gin, green chartreuse, bouchant orange liqueur, lime; herbal, spirited and elegant
The Suki
$13.00
el jimador reposado, grapefruit cordial, cava bubbles, fresh lime; citrusy and effervescent with a smooth tequila finish
Snap Dragon
$15.00
tito's vodka, grapefruit, basil leaves, lemon, rose water, house nectar, flower; mellow vodka, light floral, refreshing
0% - Saluda Bramble
$8.00
atkins blackberry, lemonade, bubble water, mint
0% - Verjus Vertigo
$8.00
strawberry rhubarb preserve, champagne vinegar, ginger, lemon, 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
Draft Beers and Ciders
Explore our ever-changing lineup of craft draft beers and ciders—mostly local, always quality. With 9 rotating taps that change daily, you'll find everything from crisp Kölsches and dry ciders to rich, dark porters. Check the board or ask your server for today's pour
Bottle Beers
Miller Light
$4.00Michelob Ultra
$4.00Bud Light
$4.00Corona
$5.00Stella Artois
$5.00Rotating Hard Seltzer
$5.00Rotating Craft Non-Alcoholic Beer
$5.50Wine List
Our team is here to help you find the perfect pour. Whether you're pairing with a dish or simply exploring, our knowledgeable staff is happy to guide you through our list that is organized by lightest to heaviest bodied for each section
Light
elegant, refreshing, and easy-drinking wines with delicate flavors
Vinho Verde, Aveleda [PT] '23
- Full $32.00
Riesling, Twisted River, Mosel [DE] '22
- Glass $9.00
- Full $35.00
Picpoul, Florensac, Languedoc [FR] '23
- Full $39.00
Pinot Grigio, Stemmari, Sicily [IT] '23
- Glass $9.00
- Full $35.00
Pinot Grigio, Tommasi, veneto [IT] '23^
- Full $35.00
Albarino, Nora, Rias Baixas [SP] '23^
- Full $40.00
Medium
balancing weight and richness with soft acidity
Sauvignon Blanc, Tohu, Marlborough [NZ] '23
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Rabble, Paso Robles [CA] '22
- Full $38.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dog Point Marlborough [NZ] '23^
- Full $45.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Honig, [CA] '23^
- 1/2 $23.00
Sancerre, Fournier, Belles Vignes, Loire Valley [FR] '23^
- 1/2 $26.00
- Full $52.00
Verdejo, Naia, Rueda [SP] '23^
- Full $39.00
Chenin Blanc, Chateau d'Épiré, Loire Valley [FR] '22
- Full $44.00
Pinot Gris, King Estate, Willamette Valley [OR] '22
- 1/2 $23.00
- Full $41.00
Fuller
oppulent, creamy with weighty texture and some a touch of oak
Chardonnay, Vignerons de Buxy, Bourgogne [FR] '23^
- Glass $11.00
- Full $41.00
Chardonnay, Laroche, St. Martin Chablis, Bourgogne [FR] '23^
- Full $62.00
Pouilly-Fuisse, Domaine Renaud, Burgundy [FR] '22
- Full $50.00
Chardonnay, Harken, Tri County [CA] '23^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Chardonnay, Wente, Monterey [CA] '22^
- 1/2 $18.00
Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros [CA] '22^
- Full $80.00
Chardonnay, Lewis, Napa [CA] '22^
- Full $98.00
Light to Medium
lower tannins, subtle earthy notes and a smooth, silky texture
Gamay, Pizay, Beaujolais, Morgon [FR] '22
- Full $41.00
Pinot Noir, Campet, Limoux [FR] '23^
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Pinot Noir, King Estate, Willamette [OR] '22^
- 1/2 $24.00
- Full $47.00
Pinot Noir, Chemistry, Chehalem [OR] '21^
- Full $38.00
Pinot Noir, Luca, Mendoza [ARG] '20^
- Full $56.00
Pinot Noir, Knights Templar, Cote de Beaune, Grand Vin Burgundy [FR] '19^
- Full $69.00
Pinot Noir, Davis Family, 'Soul Patch' Russian River [CA] '21^
- Full $92.00
Pinot Noir, Chehalem MTNS, Willamette Valley [OR] '22^
- 1/2 $22.00
- Full $40.00
Pinot Noir, Robert Sinskey, Los Carneros - Napa Velley [CA] '17^
- 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
Sangiovese, Grignano, Chianti Rufina, Garantita [IT] '21^
- Full $41.00
Sangiovese, Geggiano, Chianti Classico, Garantita [IT] '19^
- Full $57.00
Sangiovese Merlot Cab Tre, Brancaia, Toscana [IT] '21^
- Full $46.00
Barbera d'Alba, Fantino, Piedmont [IT] '21^
- Full $47.00
Tempranillo, Lan Rioja Reserva [SP] '17^
- Full $42.00
Priorat, Diorama, Priorat [SP] '21
- Full $49.00
Rhone Blend, E. Guigal, Rhone [FR] '20^
- Glass $18.00
- Full $36.00
Full
rich, dense texture, w/ heavier mouthfeel, often with more tannins
Zinfandel, Peirano Heritage Estate, Old Vine, Lodi [CA] '22
- Glass $10.00
- Full $39.00
Mazuello Grenache Syrah, Blend Bula, Montsant [SP] '20
- Full $35.00
Zinfandel, Frog's Leap, Napa [CA] '21^
- Full $75.00
Malbec, Mendel, Mendoza [ARG] '21^
- Full $42.00
Malbec Barbera Tempranillo Cab, Blend Wente, Mt Diablo [CA] '22^
- Full $42.00
Barolo, Terzetto, Vendemmia [IT] '18
- Full $59.00
Amarone, Tommasi, Valpolicella Classico [IT] '19^
- Full $95.00
Syrah, Kivelstadt, Sonoma [CA] '17^
- Full $54.00
Heaviest/Boldest
richest texture, highest tannins, deepest flavors, and longest finishes, most powerful, structured, and intense
Merlot, Wente, Sandstone [CA] '21^
- Full $35.00
Merlot Cabernet, Chateau Boutisse Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux [FR] '20^
- Full $69.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, GreenWing, Duckhorn, Columbia Valley [WA] '23^
- Glass $12.00
- Full $43.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Honig, Napa, [CA] '21^
- 1/2 $44.00
- Full $85.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, N x NW Columbia Valley [WA] '16^
- Full $47.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Railsback Freres, Roman Ceremony, Santa Barbara [CA] '21^
- Full $49.00
Petite Verdot, Decero, Mendoza [ARG] '19^
- Full $49.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Frogs Leap, [CA] '20^
- Full $101.00
Rosé
Malbec, Cab Franc, Cab Sauv, La Galope, Gascogne [FR] '24
- Glass $8.00
- Full $32.00
Pinot Noir, Lucy Pisoni Winery, Santa Lucia Monterey [CA] '24
- Full $49.00
Garnacha, Lobetia, Castilla [SP] '24^
- Full $34.00
Pinot Noir, Fournier, Sancerre [FR] '24^
- Full $56.00
Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault, Rolle, Roseblood, Provence [FR] '24
- Full $45.00
Sparkling
Prosecco, Cannela [IT]
- Bottle (187ml) $10.00
Prosecco, Tommasi [IT] NV
- Full $39.00
Cremant, Bailly Lapierre, Reserve Brut Bourgogne [FR] NV
- Full $40.00
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
Chardonnay, Ferghettina, Saten Brut [IT] NV
- Full $65.00
Cava, Proa Brut [SP] NV
- 1/2 $8.00
- Full $32.00
Blanc de Noir, Gloria Ferrer [CA] NV
- Glass $25.00
- Full $49.00
^Denotes sustainable and/or organic wines
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
Blackberry Cobbler
$9.50
warm berries, flakey pie crust topping 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
gluten-free
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
$9.50
caramel whiskey sauce, pecan streusel
Vegan Option of the Day
$9.50Beverages
Coke
$2.00Diet Coke
$2.00Sprite
$2.00Root Beer
$2.50Ginger Ale
$2.50Iced Tea
$3.00Mexican Coke
$3.00Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
$2.50Little River Roasting Purple Onion Blend Coffee
$3.00Milk
$3.00Hot Chocolate
$3.50Topo Chico
$3.00Juice Box
$1.25Hot tea
$2.50Little River Roasting Purple Onion Blend Coffee
$3.00Browse Nearby
General Info
Payment Types
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All Major Cards
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Cuisine
American - Contemporary
Greek
Mediterranean
Meals
Lunch
Dinner
Hours
Monday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
5:00pm - 9:00pm
Tuesday:
Closed
Wednesday:
11:00am - 3:00pm
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.