Purple Onion 16 East Main Street, Saluda, NC 28773

"Stopped here while driving through, so glad I did. I was only planning to get an appetizer, but I heard that the special was Alaska Halibut, and I had to try. It was delicious. I've had freshly caught Halibut in Alaska. Purple Onions Halibut was tender, flaky, and juicy. The orzo/ goat cheese etc that out was sitting on? Sooo good. Will definitely stop by again if I'm in the area."

"We went a little after 11:30am on a Saturday and it was the best time to go before the lunch rush. Service was a little slow but the food made up for it! Excellent gluten free roll with cheeseburger and the side salad was amazingly good! Crisp, fresh and homemade dressing made it spectacular! And my daughter loved her pizza! Definitely a must visit in Saluda!"

"I came in for a quick lunch after it was recommended by both the ziplining and white water rafting guides. The mushroom pizza was really good, and the sandwiches being brought out from the kitchen looked to be equally good. I would pass on dessert. The $9 bread pudding didn’t line up with a $19 specialty large pizza, in taste or value."

"A good find, I feel there is plenty of variety for all. Food-wise, they very accommodating to Vegan and Gluten free options that are tasty. The flavor and taste of everything doesn’t have you desiring more of anything spice wise- superb job. I had a side salad (beet salad) and trout and was amazed at how each bite had a flavor adventure in and of itself. Staff is very kind and attentive. I look forward to when I’m passing through again- well done Purple onion!"