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Herons, Cary, NC

Herons

4.9
4.9
3067 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Fancy
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (919) 447-4200
  • Website
    https://www.theumstead.com/dining/herons
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Steven Devereaux Greene
  • Catering
    Please contact Kayla Turner of The Umstead Hotel at 919.447.4131 or at kayla.turner@theumstead.com for catering in the Hotel Event Space.
  • Location
    100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, NC 27513
  • Neighborhood
    Cary
  • Cross street
    Harrison Avenue
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking for Herons; self-parking available as well.
  • Entertainment
    Our sumptuous surroundings are enhanced by live music every day of the week at The Bar and Lounge of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

  • Four-Course Prix Fixe Menu

    Multiple dates available
    One of only 64 Forbes Five-Star restaurants in the world, Herons is the signature restaurant of The Umstead Hotel and Spa and annually acclaimed among the best restaurants in and around Raleigh, North Carolina. Features a full-view kitchen, a meticulously curated private art collection and floor-to-ceiling window views of the surrounding gardens and grounds.

  • Thanksgiving

    $45.47 - $175.37 per person

    Prepaid

    Nov 28, 2024 only

  • Christmas Dinner

    $45.47 - $240.32 per person

    Prepaid

    Dec 24, 2024 - Dec 25, 2024

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,067 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Overall

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Service

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Romantic

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for scenic views

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    American

  • Raleigh

    Best Overall

  • Raleigh

    Best Service

  • Raleigh

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh

    Innovative

  • Raleigh

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh

    Romantic

  • Raleigh

    Great for scenic views

  • Raleigh

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Herons offers an exquisite dining experience with "impeccable service" and "phenomenal tasting menu." Guests rave about the "artful presentation" and "divine flavors," making it a top choice for special occasions. The ambiance is "elegant and serene," ensuring a memorable visit. Chef Greene and his team truly elevate fine dining in North Carolina.

3,067 Reviews

  1. Lesleyjill

    Charleston

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food served in lovely atmosphere with attentive staff.

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  2. Lina

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Heron was unusually disappointing today! The food was below average.

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  3. Allison

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing dinner with a great atmosphere! There is art in everything - the walls, the table settings, and the food.

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  4. Martin

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our dining experience was fantastic. The atmosphere was elegant; the service was attentive without being intrusive; and the food was like nothing we've ever eaten - and I mean that in the best way possible. Each of our four courses was delicious and beautiful, and the wait staff surprised us with a mini treat between each course which rivaled the main courses in terms of innovativeness and great taste. Was it expensive? Sure. Was it worth it? Absolutely! We are already planning for a return visit.

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  5. Ashanti

    Greensboro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always, the service was impeccable, the menu was superb, and the ambiance was extraordinary.

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  6. Steven

    Indiana

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have dined here several times and have never been disappointed. Not inexpensive but very much worth it.

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  7. Candace

    Raleigh

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance is lovely. Every staff member was welcoming and personable. The food was good and beautifully presented.

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  8. Joyce

    Raleigh

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on November 4, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a lovely meal. The location is beautiful.

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  9. Catalin

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our dinner at Herons was amazing. We celebrated our 1 year anniversary and everything was perfect from the moment we got there. The service is amazing, and the food is spectacular. We tried the tasting menu and it was like something you see in movies.

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  10. Michael

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Atmosphere was extremely pleasant although during our time in the lounge before dinner we were seated very close to the singer and piano which was a bit hard for my limited hearing but the service was outstanding both in the lounge and during our meal. Has been on our list for a while and celebrating our anniversary there was very nice. Certainly would visit again. Food was outstanding!

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FAQs

Herons is rated 4.9 stars by 3067 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Herons

100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, NC 27513

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Harrison Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Cary
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 7:00 am–1:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking for Herons; self-parking available as well.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steven Devereaux Greene
  • Entertainment
    Our sumptuous surroundings are enhanced by live music every day of the week at The Bar and Lounge of The Umstead Hotel and Spa.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.theumstead.com/dining/herons
  • Phone number
    (919) 447-4200
  • Catering
    Please contact Kayla Turner of The Umstead Hotel at 919.447.4131 or at kayla.turner@theumstead.com for catering in the Hotel Event Space.

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