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Herons, Cary, NC

Herons

4.8
4.8
3157 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
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
  • Area
    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

  • Herons A La Carte

    Multiple dates available
    Our new à la carte menu offers a selection of individually priced dishes, allowing you to customize your experience to your tastes. Indulge in the freshest ingredients, handpicked from One Oak Farm, where sustainability and quality meet. Our menu features seasonal vegetables, and vibrant herbs, all sourced locally to bring you the very best of the farm in every bite.

  • Chef's Tasting Menu

    Multiple dates available
    The Herons culinary team masterfully redefines American cooking by infusing classic concepts translated with local, seasonal ingredients and precise technique. Chef Steven Greene's 5 Course Tasting Menu showcases The Umstead's culinary farm and draws inspiration from the art and nature theme of the property. In order to enjoy this menu as intended, this experience requires the participation of all guests attending. Please contact reservations if you have any questions, or if there are any allergies or dietary restrictions within your group.

  • Easter Brunch

    USD 45.47 - USD 149.39 per person

    Prepaid

    20 Apr 2025 only

Private dining

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 3,157 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Ambience

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Innovative

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for scenic views

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    American

  • Raleigh

    Best Ambience

  • Raleigh

    Innovative

  • Raleigh

    Romantic

  • Raleigh

    Great for scenic views

  • Raleigh

    Good for special occasions

  • Raleigh

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Herons offers a sublime dining journey, celebrated for its "attention to detail" and "impeccable service." Guests admire the "divine" food and "gorgeous" ambiance. Highlights include "fantastic presentations," "creative courses," and "stellar wine pairings." It's a "five-star experience," perfect for special occasions. Don't miss the "art-filled woodland setting."

3,158 Reviews

  1. Rose VIP

    Raleigh25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lori our server was a delight and she was there for us with cuisine explanation and good timing. The food was exquisite and delicious. True 5 star dining. Stephen D Green the executive chef was outstanding. Everything was perfect. The decor was warm in tone, comfortable and eye pleasing. I will be back again. I can hardly wait!

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  2. Al

    Raleigh48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our 3rd or 4th trip to Heron’s. The service is outstanding. It makes one wonder who is coordinating the timing behind the scenes. From glasses being refilled to wine glasses being replaced just in time for the next wine in paired tasting … the service was on point. The food was very good with the duck being the highlight. We did the predefined chef’s 5 course dinner. All courses were delish with garnishes and little “side nuggets” (I know that’s not the official name for them) that made the taste buds go “oh!”. Presentation was creative and appealing but we expected nothing less. The New York strip (4th course) was not as tender as we had hoped, but we later learned that we could have upgraded that course to wagyu. Next time we’ll know. Overall a great experience and consistent with what we expect from Heron’s.

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    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed the entire experience. Staff were great and food was delicious.

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  4. Brian VIP

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambiance, and our server was outstanding! We always enjoy Heron's! Thank you!

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  5. Charlotte

    Raleigh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service as always was professional, friendly and terrific. And the food delicious with a beautiful presentation. Our server couldn't have been nicer or more accommodating.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall it was better than OK, but not at all the 5 star food I was hoping for. To be fair this could just be my preferences. I was not a fan of the seasonal omelette . I will never send food back to the kitchen so to be fair, I did not tell the staff. For my preferences the eggs were a bit undercooked and the omelette was bland. The potatoes were great though. We also felt that my wife’s shrimp in the shrimp and grits had been a bit under cooked and chewy. The overall flavor of the dish was excellent. When we heat up the leftovers the shrimp will be just about right hopefully. I would like to add that the Tiramisu was outstanding. So kinda a mixed bag for my family.

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  7. Robin VIP

    Raleigh5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been lucky to celebrate our anniversary at Herons a few times and it never dissappoints. The food is unique and delicious. The service is thoughtful and attentive.

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  8. Heidi VIP

    Raleigh18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our Sunday brunch was excellent. We could not have asked for better food or service.

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  9. Danny

    Pinehurst1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience. Food pairings were great and service was excellent.

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  10. Carrie

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed our dinner at Herons. The portion sizes are generous. My husband really loved the beef tenderloin and I enjoyed the nigiri omakase.

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FAQs

Herons is rated 4.8 stars by 3157 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Herons

100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, NC 27513

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Harrison Avenue
  • Area
    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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