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Herons

One of only 79 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 Raleigh, North Carolina. Open for breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, the intimate, 98-seat dining room features a full-view kitchen, a meticulously curated private art collection and floor-to-ceiling window views of the surrounding gardens and grounds.

Reservations: 919-447-4200
Reserve a table online
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Hours

  • Breakfast

    • Monday - Friday  7:00am - 10:00am

  • Brunch

    • Saturday - Sunday  7:00am - 1:00pm 

  • Lunch

    • Monday - Friday  11:30am - 2:00pm

  • Dinner

    • Tuesday - Thursday  5:00pm - 8:30pm
    • Friday - Saturday 5:00pm - 9:00pm

Details

  • DRESS CODE

    Herons offers a luxury dining experience to all our guests; we request that you dress appropriately for the dining room at dinner time. Jackets are requested, but not required. Ripped clothing, shorts, casual sandals, and athletic wear are not permitted.

  • PARKING

    Complimentary Valet Parking Available

Menus

The Herons culinary team masterfully redefines American cooking by infusing classic concepts translated with local, seasonal ingredients and precise technique, brightening each ingredient's flavor and purpose. Select from the four-course prix fixe menu showcasing The Umstead's culinary farm and drawing inspiration from the art and nature theme of the property. 

Herons has been recognized by Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, and Southern Living, in addition to receiving numerous accolades and awards, including five stars from Forbes Travel Guide and Five Diamonds from AAA.

 

Reservations
To make a reservation at Herons, visit us on open table

or call 919-447-4200

2025-05-22

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

Discover the Wines of Portugal

Journey through the rich and diverse wines of Portugal in this guided tasting experience. From the bright, refreshing notes of Vinho Verde to the bold character of Douro reds, explore the country’s unique grape varieties and centuries-old winemaking traditions.

 

2025-05-27

Umstead Unbottled Masterclass

Sauvignon Blanc Around the World

Explore the crisp, vibrant world of Sauvignon Blanc in this immersive masterclass, highlighting its diverse expressions from top wine regions. From the zesty citrus of New Zealand to the elegant minerality of Sancerre, discover what makes this varietal a global favorite.