Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Cary

13 restaurants available nearby

1. Herons

4.9

Exceptional(3082)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cary

Booked 24 times today

Herons, the signature restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, offers an exceptional fine dining experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Located close to Raleigh, North Carolina, Herons is known for its locally inspired, seasonal menus and stunning garden views, Herons showcases a full-view kitchen and an elegant, art-filled dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. Every detail—from the fresh, regionally sourced ingredients to the curated wine list—reflects a commitment to artistry and culinary excellence.

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2. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

4.4

Awesome(167)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Cary

Booked 34 times today

CRÚ is excited to announce our newest location: perfectly poised in the heart of the active Fenton triangle, just around the corner from the theaters (!), the Sephora (!!), salons (!!!), Pilates, gelatto, sporting goods & clothing stores, soccer park, aquatic center, and so much more. Phew! — after all that activity, you are going to need a place to unwind. Let our CRÚ staff take care of you! Stop by and experience the unique mix of Napa style foods, wines, fun and relaxation that only CRÚ can offer.

3. Rey's

4.7

Exceptional(4962)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Raleigh

Booked 24 times today

Rey's is an upscale, fine dining, steak house featuring spectacular food & exceptional service with a hint of New Orleans / French Quarter Flare. The comfortable ambiance and affordable prices are sure to please. Six Private dining rooms available for 6 - 200 guests. Gorgeous new courtyard for outdoor dining, weddings, social events or al fresco dining.

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4. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.3

Awesome(1828)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 45 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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5. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3019)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 16 times today

Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, a locally owned Italian restaurant that has been named one of Raleigh's best by Raleigh Magazine. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center, Mulino offers an authentic dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Guests can enjoy classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Italy & beyond.Mulino’s inviting atmosphere includes cozy indoor seating & a beautiful outdoor patio, available on a first-come basis. Mulino can accommodate parties from 2 to 250 guests. For groups of 12 or more, a special large-party menu is available to enhance your dining experience.Parking is available at 209 N. Dawson Street, 329 N McDowell Street, and streetwise along Lane Street.We look forward to welcoming you to Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, where every meal is crafted with passion and every guest is treated like family.

6. Bella Monica

4.8

Exceptional(3624)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 30 times today

Benvenuto! Opened August 2000, chef/ owner Corbett Monica and his wife, Julie, created this trattoria as an extension of his Nanas dinner table. A place where the neighborhood gathers to dine and enjoy life. Guests become family at our tables, enjoying recipes handed down from our grandparents. Following tradition, we make our sauce with San Marzano tomatoes and use only the freshest ingredients available, just like Nana. Our gravy is so good that we eat it like soup! Neapolitan menu, thin-crust Flatbread pizzas, Pasta, NC Seafood, Chicken, Local Pork. Without a doubt, the best cannoli you will ever taste! Our wine list features all Italian, hard-to-find selections that are a perfect match for our Pasta and Flatbreads. Wine Spectator 2007-2024. Local art is on our walls and we play a great upbeat music mix. We welcome you to our business, our culture, our family. It is an honor and pleasure to cook for you. Please enjoy our food and the company you share at our table. Mangia bene!

7. Irregardless

4.7

Exceptional(5940)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Raleigh

Booked 31 times today

Get ready for a delightful culinary journey at Irregardless! A beloved gem in downtown Raleigh serving fresh, seasonal vegetarian delights + carnivore options. Locally owned and bursting with flavor, our menu promises an unforgettable experience. Join us for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch! Our menu offers something for everyone.

8. STIR - Raleigh

4.5

Awesome(2274)

Price: Moderate

• American • Raleigh

Booked 38 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in North Hills, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result is a categorically elevated cocktail. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Raleigh to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood from the cold bar, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

4.5

Awesome(1841)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Raleigh

Booked 53 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Raleigh is located in the vibrant midtown community of North Hills. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Raleigh steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

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10. Station At Person Street

3.7

Very Good(84)

Price: Moderate

• American • Raleigh

Booked 1 time today

A corner bar and restaurant nestled on the edge of Raleigh’s Historic Oakwood neighborhood, blending amongst the residential streets like a refuge. In the location that originally served as an Amoco gas station- The Station pays tribute to Raleigh’s rich past as well as present.A cozy, rustic, watering-hole inviting you to hobnob and toast one another over a bucket of suds, a locally crafted brew or an artisinal cocktail. Creative, insightful takes on classic dishes that have been hand-crafted to set the tone for comfort. A place to linger. This is The Station. Welcome home, neighbor. The Station offers a “third space” that is uniquely Raleigh. Spacious outdoor and indoor dining areas, adorned with wood and metal, offer a range of accommodations for our friends.

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Charlotte
Las Vegas •20 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Love the new look of the dining room and the very comfortable chairs. Good menu options for our table. The oysters were perfectly made, could have had 2 orders. Everyone enjoyed themselves
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Fairview Dining RoomPrice: Expensive• American• Durham
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4.8
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HowardVIP
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •31 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Guilt was exceptional as our waitress! Food tremendous and cherrie juliblee was outstanding
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Rey'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Raleigh
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4.7
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Kristine
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The pick 3 is perfect. Literally could have split it with my spouse and ordered an app! Yummy option.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - MorrisvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Morrisville
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4.3
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Venisha
Atlanta Metro •6 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Nice experience. Had the Herb Salmon. Little salty but dish was good.
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Cru Food and Wine Bar - FentonPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Cary
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4.4
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Kijun
Greater Boston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
It was a wonderful experience. 10/10 for food, service, ambience. Perfect engagement celebration.
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HeronsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cary
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4.9

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Herons

2. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

3. Rey's

4. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

5. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

6. Bella Monica

7. Irregardless

8. STIR - Raleigh

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

10. Station At Person Street

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