Purple Onion Menu (Update 2025)
The Purple Onion in Saluda, NC is a vibrant music venue and restaurant offering a diverse menu blending Mediterranean and New American cuisine. This woman-owned establishment provides a welcoming atmosphere for guests, with live music on select nights and an array of amenities such as outdoor seating and casual dining options. Customers praise the thoughtfully prepared dishes, such as the Tumeric Chickpea Soup, salmon with spaghetti squash, and juicy pork chop. The menu boasts a variety of options to cater to different tastes, with fresh and well put-together meals being the standard. Whether you're in the mood for a Mediterranean plate, Sicilian pizza, or a beet salad, the Purple Onion promises a delightful dining experience that will leave you planning your next visit.
EntreesEntrees
Salmon
salmon wrapped in prosciutto with sage leaves over mushroom ravioli with roasted asparagus topped with a beurre blanc
Daily Braise
braised pork shoulder served with hasselback potatoes toped with a lusty tarragon sauce and squash relish.
Mountain Trout
SUNBURST MOUNTAIN TROUT SKILLETcabbage and white bean stew, fennel, parmesan, blistered tomato, dill, almond gremolata (G)
PO Smash Burger
/ lb of beef patties, ny sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato & pickled purple onion on a potato bun
Brined Pork Chop
APPLE CIDER BRINED BONE-IN PORK CHOPcoriander mustard rubbed, cherry balsamic compote, potato gratin, brussels sprouts (G)
Roasted Half Chicken
JOYCE FARMS ROASTED AIRLINE CHICKEN stuffed with roasted garlic and herb burro, exotic mushroom blend, pappardelle pasta,baby spinach, marsala rosemary cream(please allow - minutes for roasting)
Painted Hills Ribeye
PAINTED HILLS FARM RIBEYEbourbon peppercorn cream, mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetable (G) -- MPBRULEED BURRATA -- add GRILLED PURPLE ONION -- add
Mushroom Marsala Pasta
exotic mushroom blend, pappardelle pasta, baby spinach, marsala rosemary cream
Falafel Burger
house made chick pea patty, lettuce, tomato, tzatziki, feta, marinated purple onions and greek dressing on a brioche bun served with orzo pasta salad.
PO Smash Burger
/ lb of beef patties, ny sharp cheddar, lettuce, tomato & pickled purple onion on a potato bun
Gyro Chicken
lemon & garlic roasted chicken breast, house tzatziki, feta, greens, tomato, cucumber, onion, greek pita.
Trout Caesar Wrap
TROUT CAESAR WRAP sunburst mountain trout fillet blackened and roasted, tomato, parmesan, lettuce, caesar vinaigrette, crouton
Vermonter
turkey, sharp white cheddar, arugula, honey mustard, apples, sunflower wheat
Reuben
pastrami, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, russian dressing, marble rye
Alison Kraut
our vegetarian take on our reuben with roasted wild mushrooms, instead of pastrami.
Rachel
our reuben with turkey, instead of pastrami.
Toasted Cheese
choice of cheddar, swiss or gouda on rye, wheat or sourdough
Soup/Sand
/ portion of a sandwich listed below & a cup of soup
Salad/ Sand
/ portion of a sandwich listed below & choice of salad
SandwichesSandwiches
AppetizersAppetizers
Flatbread
mole braised chicken, roasted zucchini, onion, poblano, corn, cheddar and mozzarella
Ciabatta
served with rosemary garlic herb mix and extra virgin olive oil (V)
Cup Of Soup
Bowl Of Soup
Bowl Of Marinated Olives
Smoked Trout & Tzatziki
sunburst farm smoked trout, capers, lemon pickled onion, cucumber, seeded cracker (G)
Hummus App
Crab Au Gratin
east coast blue crab claw, three cheeses, scallions, parmesan garlic bread
Burrata Toast
confit garlic, cherries, white balsamic. benne seed, toasted sourdough round (G)
Layered Black Bean Dip
chipotle black beans, cheddar, sour cream, scallion, radish, tortilla chips (G)
Salsa & Chips
house made roasted tomatillo salsa verde with lime, cilantro, red onion and peppers.
App Feature
Mussels (Dinner Only)
prince edward island mussels served in a white wine herb broth with tomatoes and fennels served with ciabatta bread.
Half Pink Lady & Chevre Salad
mixed baby greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette (V,G)
Full Pink Lady & Chevre Salad
mixed baby greens, toasted walnuts, balsamic vinaigrette (V,G)
Half Greek Salad
lettuce, kalamata olives, feta, cucumber, tomato, purple onion, greek vinaigrette (V,G)
Full Greek Salad
lettuce, kalamata olives, feta, cucumber, tomato, purple onion, greek vinaigrette (V,G)
Half Caesar Salad
FARMERS CAESAR bibb lettuce, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar, croutonsWant a traditional take? Try the House Caesar with bibb lettuce, parmesan, caesar vinaigrette, croutons
Full Caesar Salad
romaine, parmesan, capers, farm fresh egg, cherry tomatoes, caesar dressing, croutons
Half Garden Salad
mixed baby greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing (V,G)
Full Garden Salad
mixed baby greens, tomatoes, cucumbers, purple onions, carrots, choice of dressing (V,G)
Tabouleh
a refreshing combination of red quinoa, mint, garlic, parsley, sweet red pepper, lemon & olive oil; on greens with feta, cucumbers, tomatoes, marinated purple onion, kalamata olives & pita (V,G)
Mediterranean Plate Salad
quinoa tabouleh, hummus, greens, kalamata olives, feta, tomatoes, cucumbers, pickled purple onions, olives & pita (V,G)
SaladsSalads
" Pizzas" Pizzas
" Classico
pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
" Mediteranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella
" Wild Mushroom
sauteed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chevre, parmesan, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
" Wild Vegan
our roasted wild mushroom blendover garbanzo bean hummus base, topped with arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
" Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes
" Pepperoni
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO and garlic
" Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO and garlic
" Featured 'Za
BACONZOLAred sauce, mozzarella, bleu cheese, canadian bacon, onion, rosemary.
" Classico
pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
" Mediterranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella
" Wild Mushroom
sauteed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chevre, parmesan, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
" Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes
" Cheese
mozzarella & parm on choice of tomato sauce or EVOO and garlic
" Pepperoni
" Featued 'Za
BACONZOLAred sauce, mozzarella, bleu cheese, canadian bacon, onion, rosemary.
" Pizza" Pizza
GF Pizza (")GF Pizza (")
GF Classico
pepperoni, italian sausage, mushrooms, onion, bell pepper, parmesan, mozzarella, tomato sauce
GF Mediteranean
spinach, feta, banana pepper, olives, fresh tomato, pickled purple onion, mozzarella
GF Wild Mushroom
sauteed shiitake, portobello, & seasonal mushrooms, chevre, parmesan, arugula, balsamic vinaigrette
GF Chicken Caesar
lemon chicken, mozzarella, parmesan, baked; caesar dressed lettuce, bacon & sun dried tomatoes modification from regular menu - mix greens subbed for romaine
GF Cheese
GF Pepperoni
GF Featured Za
HAWAIIAN BBQ PIZZAbbq base, cheddar, garlic roasted chicken, pineapple, applewood smoked bacon, marinated purple onion, cilantro mint relish.