The Purple Onion
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- Charming
- Good for special occasions
- Neighbourhood gem
Dining areas
Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Hours of OperationMon, Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
- Phone number(828) 749-1179
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- AreaFlat Rock
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- AdditionalDog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
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Experiences
“The Doors: Unhinged!” (An AMC Production)
US$10.00 per person
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1 Feb 2025 onlyThis Asheville-based quintet, fronted by the charismatic and electrifying Reggie Headen, features an all-star, highly sought after group of musicians: Jonathan Pearlman, Taylor Pierson, Connor Law, and Jay Hoots. Reggie Headen started his professional career as a featured performer at New York’s famous Broadway concert venue Town Hall, playing to giants and peers in the industry. The power and panache of his live performances are ones for the history books. A fearless performer and heartfelt old soul vocalist. Pearlman says, “There’s something very daring, dangerous, and dark about the Doors’ music. We’ve tried to capture that. We found it challenging to approximate their chemistry and alchemy. I believe that we got it right!”Rudy’s Rhythm & Revue
US$10.00 per person
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6 Feb 2025 onlyRudy's Rhythm & Revue delivers a health and happiness show, with upbeat songs and positive energy. Five-time, Four Corner States, banjo champion, Rudy is a singer/songwriter, as well as multi-instrumentalist on banjo, guitar, mandolin, and fiddle. Rudy's music spans a variety of original compositions, from bluegrass, rhythm & roots, Americana/country, classical, to world chants. The nucleus of the band includes Rudy Cortese and Elizabeth Kronlage on harmony vocals, tenor guitar, cello. The award winning duo presents a traditional and energetic bluegrass mountain experience.Bob Sinclair and The Big Deals
US$10.00 per person
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8 Feb 2025 onlyBob Sinclair and the Big Deals is a North Carolina-based acoustic band with 15 years of performing original, upbeat, gypsy-jazz music. Using acoustic instruments this ensemble could be playing in a Paris café or a barn dance – comfortable, a little sophisticated, and more than a little fun! A thoroughly unique spin on country and jazz, Sinclair’s narrative coupled together with great melodies will have you looking for a dance partner in no time. At the heart of it ....Original Front Porch Swing Played By Happy People.
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What 388 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.9Food
- 4.8Service
- 4.8Ambience
- 4.7Value
Noise • Moderate
Diners' Choice Awards
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Food
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Best Value
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Child-friendly
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Hot spot
Asheville / Western North Carolina
Neighbourhood gem
Asheville / Western North Carolina
American
Review summary
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Brooke
Charleston
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kathy
VIPWestern NC
7 reviews
5.07 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Doug
VIPNew York City
11 reviews
5.011 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Scott
Western NC
3 reviews
5.03 reviews
Dined on 20 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Claire
Western NC
16 reviews
5.016 reviews
Dined on 20 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Amy
Charleston
16 reviews
3.016 reviews
Dined on 18 January 2025
- Overall 3
- Food 5
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
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Eugene
Western NC
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 17 January 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Jenna
West Palm Beach
4 reviews
5.04 reviews
Dined on 31 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Kimberly
Western NC
1 review
5.01 review
Dined on 28 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Robert
Western NC
15 reviews
5.015 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 4
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FAQs
The Purple Onion offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (828) 749-1179.
The Purple Onion is rated 4.8 stars by 388 OpenTable diners.
The Purple Onion does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
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Order delivery or takeout
16 Main St, Saluda, NC 28773-7700
Dining areas
Additional information
- AreaFlat Rock
- Hours of OperationMon, Thu–Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Thu–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
- Price$30 and under
- CuisinesAmerican
- Dining styleCasual Dining
- Dress codeCasual Dress
- Parking detailsStreet Parking
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- AdditionalDog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Vegan
- Phone number(828) 749-1179
Gift card
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