NESTLED IN THE HEART OF WAYNESVILLE, NC

regional cuisine with contemporary flair

Nestled in the heart of beautiful Downtown Waynesville, The Sweet Onion Restaurant offers regional cuisine with contemporary flair. From our traditional favorites like southern fried chicken to our signature pastas, fresh mountain trout and scrumptious house-made desserts, we offer something for everyone in the family.

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Where fresh ingredients and culinary creativity come together beautifully.

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Fresh Flavors, Crafted to Perfection

At The Sweet Onion, we bring you the best of Southern cuisine with a creative twist. Every dish is made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a meal that’s as satisfying as it is flavorful. From perfectly seared steaks and fresh mountain trout to house-made sauces and delectable desserts, we take pride in every plate we serve.

Nestled in the heart of Downtown Waynesville, NC

Experience regional cuisine with a contemporary flair

The Sweet Onion Restaurant offers a delightful blend of traditional Southern favorites and innovative dishes. Our menu features classics like Southern fried chicken, signature pastas, fresh mountain trout, and scrumptious house-made desserts, ensuring there’s something for everyone in the family.

Our Commitment to Quality
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At The Sweet Onion, we pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients to create memorable dining experiences. Our dishes are crafted with care, reflecting both regional flavors and contemporary culinary techniques.

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At The Sweet Onion, we pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients to create memorable dining experiences. Our dishes are crafted with care, reflecting both regional flavors and contemporary culinary techniques.

Locally Inspired, Chef-Crafted
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Our menu is a tribute to the flavors of the Blue Ridge Mountains, with dishes thoughtfully prepared by our talented chefs. From house-made sauces to freshly prepared sides, every plate reflects our passion for quality and creativity.

Behind Every Dish is a Story of Quality, Passion, and Flavor—See for Yourself.

A Culinary Experience to Savor

DINNER MENU

Discover the flavors of the South with a modern twist at The Sweet Onion. Our dinner menu is thoughtfully crafted to bring you the best of locally sourced ingredients, bold flavors, and comforting classics. Whether you’re indulging in a perfectly cooked steak, fresh seafood, or one of our signature house-made dishes, every bite is a celebration of quality and passion.

Midday Delights, Crafted to Perfection

LUNCH MENU

Take a break and treat yourself to a lunch full of bold flavors and fresh ingredients at The Sweet Onion. Our lunch menu offers a variety of delicious options, from light and refreshing salads to hearty Southern classics. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite or a leisurely meal, we have something to satisfy every craving.

Raise a Glass to Great Taste

DRINK MENU

Complement your meal with a refreshing selection from our drink menu at The Sweet Onion. Whether you’re in the mood for a handcrafted cocktail, a glass of fine wine, or a locally brewed beer, we have the perfect pour for any occasion. Looking for something non-alcoholic? Enjoy our house-made lemonades, specialty teas, and craft sodas for a delightful sip every time.

BEER

  • Draught Beer $ N/A

    Please check with your server for our seasonal selections

  • Heineken $3.5

    Bottled Beer

  • Newcastle $3.5

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  • Corona $3

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  • Blue Moon $4

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  • Noble Hard Cider $3.5

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  • Highland IPA $4

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  • Budweiser $3

    Please check with your server for our seasonal selections

  • Coors Light $3

    Bottled Beer

  • Miller Light $3

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  • Bud Light $3

    Bottled Beer

  • Michelob Ultra Light $3

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  • Yuengling $3

    Bottled Beer

  • St. Pauli Girl $4.5

    Bottled Beer

WHITE WINE BY THE GLASS

  • Mountain View White Zinfandel $7/Glass

    California

  • Italico Pinot Grigio $7/glass - $22/bottle

    Italy

  • Oxford Landing Chardonnay $3.5

    Australia

  • Madonna Riesling Kabinett $8/glass - $24/bottle

    Germany

  • Brancott Sauvignon Blanc $8.5/glass - $26/bottle

    New Zealand

  • Steele Shooting Star Chardonnay $9/glass - $28/bottle

    California

WHITE WINE BY THE BOTTLE

  • Hecht and Bannier Côtes de Provence Rosé, France $37

    Crisp and dry with a poised fruit character punctuated by orange zest and a touch of herbs.

  • Schloss Saarstein Riesling, Germany $28

    A fresh Riesling with lean fruit and citrus flavors, firm, juicy and pleasing. Light floral and tangerine scents and a touch of sweetness balance the mineral acidity.

  • Honig Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley, California $32

    Bright and lively, with fresh aromas of ruby grapefruit, mango, papaya and peach. The vibrant citrus and tropical flavors linger on in the finish.

  • Salvard “Unique” Sauvignon Blanc, Loire Valley, France $29

    Soft grapefruit, prickly acidity and freshly cut grass. Perfectly approachable and balanced.

  • La Cana Albarino, Rias Baixas, Spain $29

    Fleshy, weighty apple and pear flavors are enlivened by notes of orange and honeysuckle, with a kick of white pepper on the back.

  • Nautilus Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand $30

    Intense aromas of passionfruit, black currant and a hint of nettle. The palate introduces a mouth-watering intensity that is perfectly balanced by the presence of grapefruit and lime zest.

  • King Estate Pinot Gris, Oregon $33

    Bright fruit & balanced acidity. Flavors of grapefruit, pineapple, honeysuckle and lemon, with a crisp, clean finish.

  • Tommasi Pinot Grigio, Pedemonte, Italy $29

    Spicy nose with hints of tropical fruit. Soft and perfectly round with notes of zesty citrus and fresh pear.

  • Steele "Cuvee" - Chardonnay, California $37

    Amazing winemaker Jed Steele crafts a sleek, full and polished wine with pretty citrus, toasty oak and nectarine flavors. Buttery on the palate, with back notes of pineapple and mango. It finishes with some spice notes.

  • Newton “Red Label” Chardonnay, Napa-Sonoma, California $39

    Flavors of citrus, pear, apple and honeydew melon. A discreet presence of oak evolves into spring-like acidity on the finish.

  • Trefethen Family Vineyards Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California $42

    The wine has a spicy nose which highlights apple, pineapple, lemon cream and floral aromas. A rich body lingers with flavors of vanilla, apple pastry and lemon zest.

  • Mer Soleil Reserve Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands, California $53

    A medium to full bodied wine with aromas of peach, Honeycrisp apple and citrus blossom. The wine presents flavor complexities of caramel apple, nectarine, and pear.

  • Chateau Montelena Chardonnay, Napa Valley, California $72

    Layers of tropical fruit, white melon, green apple, and citrus. Excellent weight and acid balance refresh the palate, while subtle notes of oak spice and vanilla linger at the end of the exceptionally long finish.

RED WINE BY THE GLASS

  • Oxford Landing Shiraz $7/glass - $22/bottle

    Australia

  • Peirano Estate Six Clones Merlot $7.5/glass - $24/bottle

    California

  • Block Nine Pinot Noir $8.5/glass - $26/bottle

    California

  • Chasing Lions Cabernet Sauvignon $8.5/glass - $26/bottle

    California

  • La Posta Malbec $10/glass - $28/bottle

    Argentina

  • Dynamite Cabernet Sauvignon $11/glass - $30/bottle

    California

RED WINE BY THE BOTTLE

  • Elouan Pinot Noir , Oregon $35

    Vibrant acidity, soft tannins, hints of sweet tobacco and oak.

  • Obalo Crianza, Tempranillo, Spain $35

    Ripe fruit and oak on the nose. Intense red fruit palate and layers of spice, cocoa, vanilla and toast.

  • Steele Carneros Pinot Noir, Los Carneros, California $39

    Strawberry and cherry preserves with well-integrated hints of oak, vanilla and cassis. Silky tannins and a pleasant medium length finish with flavors of tobacco and plum.

  • Monticello Cabernet Sauvignon $49

    Aromas of berry, coffee, and dark chocolate. On the palate the wine is big and full bodied yet displays balance and elegance.

  • Gundlach Bundschu Merlot, Sonoma, California $47

    Distinctively dark with aromas and flavors of blueberry, spice, and black tea.

  • Rombauer Zinfandel $49

    Lifted aromas of raspberry and cranberry followed by a lush palate bursting with ripe cherry, vanilla and spice.

  • Mendel Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina $46

    Opaque purple colored with aromas of smoke, toast, violets and black raspberry. Supple, ripe and layered, it is firmly structured with well-concealed tannins.

  • Adelsheim Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon $48

    This wine displays aromas of both red cherries and raspberries that continue to the palate. In addition, one finds A light touch of nutmeg, cinnamon and allspice. It is elegantly textured with satiny, polished tannins.

  • Chateau Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California $78

    Dark rich ruby in color, this wine offers rich, complex ripe dark cherry, sweet chocolate, cinnamon, pie spice, and leather, with top notes of rose and forest floor. The rich, tremendous long finish that will keep you coming back for more.

  • Honig Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, California $73

    Elegant and sophisticated with subtle aromas of nutmeg, allspice, cassis and vanilla. The palate has flavors of black cherry, plum and black tea and is beautifully balanced by soft tannins and a touch of oak.

CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE BY THE BOTTLE

  • Rotari Brut, Italy 187ml $7

    Toasted brioche with just a hint of residual sweetness.

  • Laurent Perrier NV Brut, Champagne, France .187 ml $17

    Green apples, pineapple and white peaches are balanced by rich flavors of fresh butter and shortbread.

  • Mistinguett Brut, Cava, Spain $24

    Straw color with greenish glints. Aromas of toast and green apples. Bubbly, fruity and elegant on the palate with light acidity and a clean, dry finish.

  • Mistinguett Rose Cava, Spain $24

    Aromas of strawberry, cherry and spice give way to a dry, refreshing mouthfeel accented by a soft, fruity palate.

  • Veuve Cliquot NV Brut, Champagne, France $85

    A complex nose of apple, citrus and caramel is followed by full flavors with elegance, crispness and a slightly spicy finish.

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