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Herons, Cary, NC
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Herons, Cary, NC

Herons

4.8
4.8
3140 Reviews
$50 and over
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 26 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 3,140 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 Service

  • Raleigh

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh

    Innovative

  • Raleigh

    Great for fine wines

  • 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 "fantastic experience" with "outstanding food" and "exceptional service." Guests love its elegant ambiance and inventive menu, making it ideal for special occasions. While some note noise issues and occasional menu missteps, the overall dining experience is often described as "amazing" and "memorable," highlighting the restaurant's consistent quality and appeal.
3,140 Reviews
  1. Susan

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  2. Ashley

    VIP

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    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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  3. Dawn

    VIP

    Raleigh

    99 reviews

    5.0

    99 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

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

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  4. Cristina

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience. Highly recommend the tasting menu. Incredible attention to detail. Everything was superb.

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  5. Heidi

    VIP

    Hawaii

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Since Herons opened it has been our favorite place for special occasions such as birthdays. The food, service and ambiance are typically excellent. Last night we went to celebrate our daughter’s 23rd birthday. The food was excellent as always. There were times when the service had some gaps, which I have never experienced at Herons(we have probably dined there at least 10 times).The service was still very good, but not over-the-top Michelin star-like service like we have consistently had in the past (there are no Michelin Stars in NC). And when we have been there to celebrate birthdays in the past there was always something special at the end for the birthday girl or guy. The hostess acknowledged the birthday when we arrived so they knew. Maybe they just don’t do that anymore. Our daughter still loved everything, but I’ll have to admit I was a bit disappointed.

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  6. Emily

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miso salmon and tuna tartare were great as well as the clove cocktail.

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  7. Jason

    VIP

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very expensive prix fixe menu for Valentine’s Day, and not sure how different it was from regular menu. And not great for people with allergies to fish and shell fish. Great service. But 4 hours is way too long.

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  8. psmithii

    VIP

    Dallas

    15 reviews

    4.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu was somewhat uninspired. Entre of yellow fin tuna and beef tenderloin. For the price how about something more interesting like rack of lamb or Dover sole. Maybe next time.

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  9. Susan

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An outstanding Valentines Day lunch ay Herons: food, service & setting all outstanding! Definitely the best place to have an excellent meal!

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  10. Joseph

    VIP

    Raleigh

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An elevated breakfast experience. Starting the day feeling excited about the first meal of the day sets the tone for the whole day.

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FAQs

Herons is rated 4.8 stars by 3140 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 26 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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