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Close-up of oyster inspired dish with smoke served in Herons at The Umstead Hotel and Spa

Herons

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. 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 - Saturday  5:00pm - 9:00pm 
    • Final seating for dinner is 8:30pm

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. Recently rated five stars by food critic Greg Cox, this unique experience showcases Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene’s approach to food driven by his high quality choice in product and expert presentation.

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

2025-03-27

Umstead Unbottled Masterclass

Wines From Down Under

Discover the bold and diverse wines of Australia in this captivating masterclass, featuring iconic regions like Barossa Valley and Margaret River. Dive into the unique terroirs and winemaking styles that make Australian wines a global favorite!

2025-04-20

Easter Brunch at Herons

Celebrate with us! 

Gather with family and loved ones for a memorable Easter Sunday brunch at Herons, where Executive Chef and four-time James Beard semi-finalist Steven Devereaux Greene presents a beautifully curated four-course menu with choices showcasing elevated seasonal flavors.

2025-05-11

Mother's Day Brunch at Herons

Celebrate with us!

Gather with family and loved ones for a memorable Mother’s Day brunch at Herons, where an exquisitely curated four-course choice menu highlights the best of the season in an elegant setting.

2025-03-20

Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting

The Elegance of Burgundy

Explore the elegance of Burgundy in this guided wine tasting, featuring world-class Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from the region’s storied vineyards. Join us on Thursday, March 20th to uncover the nuances of terroir and tradition that make the wines of Burgundy some of the most expensive and sought after wines in the world.