Dining at the saluda inn

Location

229 Greenville St, Saluda, NC 28773"

Phone Number

(828) 388-9027

website

www.thesaludainn.com

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The logo of The Saluda Inn, established in 1880, featuring a circular design with the initials 'TSI' and the inn's name.

more information

The Saluda Inn’s dining and social spaces—especially The Wine Cellar & Lounge—operate seasonally with specific event and service hours that can vary. A regularly scheduled service window is Friday evenings (typically 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM) for the Wine Cellar, but hours change with the calendar and special offerings, so guests are encouraged to check the current events calendar before planning their visit.

hours & availability

Indoor lounge seating in the historic Wine Cellar — intimate and cozy with tables and comfortable seating.

Overflow and private event spaces are available by reservation.

Seating Options

Pets are not permitted on property except for service animals as defined under the ADA, which must be under the handler’s control at all times. Emotional support or companion animals are not allowed.

Pet Policy

Yes — reservations are recommended, especially for wine cellar gatherings or special dining events that fill up quickly.

Reservations

The Saluda Inn often hosts special events, tastings, and themed wine experiences, especially around holidays and seasonal weekends. Events can include live music or curated pairing dinners (details vary throughout the year).

entertainment

Yes — The Wine Cellar offers a curated selection of wines, craft beers, and cocktails perfect for toasting with friends or enjoying alongside light fare or event experiences.

alcohol offerings

Cozy lounge with wooden ceiling, large windows, plush seating with throw pillows, and a wine storage area with bottles on modern shelves.
A cheese and charcuterie board with assorted cheeses, cured meats, fruits, nuts, and crackers, decorated with sliced oranges and white flowers.
Interior of a rustic dining room with a long wooden table decorated with flowers, small logs, and candles, set for a meal with glasses, forks, and napkins, hanging Edison-style light bulbs, stone and wood walls, and a landscape painting on the wall.
An outdoor seating area with a stone fire pit surrounded by white chairs, lit by a blazing fire against a night sky with trees and a house on the right.
People clinking glasses of rosé wine at a meal celebration.
A large, dark-colored house in a wooded area during dusk, with warm lights glowing from inside, surrounded by trees, a front porch, and landscaped yard with potted plants and pathway lights.