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Herons, Cary, NC
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Herons, Cary, NC

Herons

4.8
4.8
3147 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 28 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.

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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
  • 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.
  • 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

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

    $45.47 - $149.39 per person

    Prepaid

    Apr 20, 2025 only

What 3,147 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Innovative

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for scenic views

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    American

  • Raleigh

    Best Ambiance

  • 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 remarkable fine dining experience with "incredibly presented and creative food," and "flawless service," making it a top choice for special occasions. The ambiance is elegant, and Chef Greene's inventive menu consistently delights guests. Despite some isolated service hiccups, many diners describe their experience as "amazing," and "phenomenal."
3,147 Reviews
  1. Lisa

    Calgary

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best birthday ever! It was our first time dining at Heron’s but we will be back ! The attention to detail was amazing. Food was delicious and a work of art. Staff was very professional and knowledgeable . Loved every bite and minute !

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  2. David

    VIP

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had Sunday brunch and it was nothing short of amazing! The entire Heron’s Team is 2nd to none for customer service and overall professionalism! The decor of the restaurant and hotel is simply like no other! Special thanks to the Chef for an awesome meal and to our Server (Pam) who helped make our experience an incredibly great memory!

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent and servers were so ki d and welcoming .

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  4. Roberto

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent experience! Great food and great service. The 5 course meal was excellent

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  5. Donna

    Raleigh

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonder lunch to celebrate a girlfriend's birthday. Everything was perfect. We all enjoyed our food and the service was warm and efficient. Food was outstanding and beautiful presentation.

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  6. Charlene

    VIP

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every detail perfect. Great ambience with a tremendously professional staff.

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  7. Fred

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great in every respect – never disappointing in anyway.

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  8. Susan

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dinner at Heron's to celebrate our 25th anniversary. Every dish was delicious and creative, and the service was impeccable!

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  9. Ashley

    VIP

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience! Can’t wait to return for another wonderful evening.

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  10. Dawn

    VIP

    Raleigh

    100 reviews

    5.0

    100 reviews

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Raely was amazing food incredible noise level perfect

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FAQs

Herons is rated 4.8 stars by 3147 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 28 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
  • 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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