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Herons, Cary, NC

Herons

4.9 (3244)
$50 and over
American
100 Woodland Pond Drive, Cary, NC 27513

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • 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
  • 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, the only allergies, or dietary restrictions, that can be accommodated are: gluten, nuts and shellfish. If a member of your group has a restriction other than those listed, please reach out to our reservations department to reserve. Kindly note, this experience requires the participation of all guests attending.
  • Salty Magazine: Herons x Saison x Blackberry Farm

    $194.85 - $454.65 per person

    Prepaid

    Aug 6, 2025 only
    Salty Magazine and Chef Steven Greene of Herons at Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, NC will welcome guest Chef Richard Lee of the acclaimed 2 Michelin-starred Saison in San Francisco, California and James-Beard Finalist Chef Cassidee Dabney of The Barn at Blackberry Farm at the prestigious resort hotel at the foothills in the Great Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee for an exclusive one-night dinner event on August 6th at Herons in Cary, NC. The tasting menu priced at $350 (exclusive of tax and service), with optional wine pairing priced at $150, will showcase these remarkable culinary talents and their creative elevated cuisine for a memorable experience. Reservations are limited to 55 guests. In order to experience each Chef's vision for the dishes to the fullest extent, the only allergies, or dietary restrictions, that are able to be accommodate are: nuts, gluten and shellfish.

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What 3,244 people are saying

Herons reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Best Ambiance

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Great for fine wines

  • Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

    Romantic

  • 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

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Herons offers a fine dining experience with "incredible creativity" and "stunning presentation." Guests praise the "impeccable" service and "exceptional" staff. The tasting menu is a highlight, with "exquisite" dishes and wine pairings. Located at The Umstead Hotel, the ambiance is luxurious yet welcoming, ensuring a memorable visit.
3,244 Reviews
  1. Morgan

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our fifth anniversary with dinner at this lovely establishment and were thoroughly impressed. The service was impeccable—warm, attentive, and genuinely hospitable. The ambiance struck a perfect balance between elegance and comfort, creating a memorable dining atmosphere. A particular highlight of the evening was our conversation with Casey, the sommelier, whose knowledge and passion for wine greatly enriched our experience. With his thoughtful guidance, we selected a remarkable Italian vintage from 1999 that perfectly complemented our meal.

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  2. RUTH

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service excellent, food delicious and surroundings beautiful

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  3. Kathy VIP

    Virginia49 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and service was fabulous. They replaced your napkin if you got up from the table. We loved the tasting menu.

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  4. Anne VIP

    Atlanta15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, beautiful service, beautiful setting.

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  5. Lauren

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A magnificent experience in every way! We had the chefs’s tasting menu. The service was impeccable. Every course was a gem — incredible creativity, stunning presentation (not only gorgeous plating but the delivery was choreographed with great elegance), fresh local ingredients (including vegetables and fruit from the restaurant’s own garden), and, oh, the wonderful, delectable tastes! Our party of 4 included 2 complex food allergies, which they accommodated with aplomb. The wine pairings were excellent, as were the explanations. There was even a good non-alcoholic sparkling wine for the non-drinker. I’ve eaten at two Michelin-starred restaurants in the past month. Both times tasting menus, both meals were over-the-top superb. Herons was unquestionably same level. A meal like this doesn’t come cheap, but it’s a very fair price for 3 hours of perfection.

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  6. Jill VIP

    Atlanta26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed some unforgettable courses and felt very well-taken care of by the wait staff.

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  7. Alejandro VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 18, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was simply outstanding. I would say extraordinary. From the entrance, Bar Mixologist and Restaurant Hostesses every Staff member was so very special, making you feel welcome at all times. Very creative food. The Duck was saltier than expected. But other that that everything was lovely. We are going back and learn more about many other options available.

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  8. Amy

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill1 review

    5.0

    Dined on July 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent, polished experience. Having enjoyed the pre-fixe dinner on prior occasions, we opted for the a la carte courses this time. Both do not disappoint. Love the creativity in flavor profiles, presentation, and execution. Service was warm but professional, as well as very knowledgable and helpful in assisting with menu and pairing questions. Overall, Hospitality at the top of its game.

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  9. Stephen

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The new ala carte menu was perfect. Portions were never too large. Presentation was as exquisite as with the tasting menu and the food was excellent. Sommeliers were spot on with wine selections.

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  10. Amy VIP

    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My husband and I go here every year on our anniversary! It’s one of our favorite places and the food, service and ambiance is always 10/10

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Herons is rated 4.9 stars by 3244 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 19 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
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