Herons
One of only 79 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 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
Hours
Breakfast
- Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:00am
Brunch
- Saturday - Sunday 7:00am - 1:00pm
Lunch
- Monday - Friday 11:30am - 2:00pm
Dinner
- Tuesday - Thursday 5:00pm - 8:30pm
- Friday - Saturday 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Details
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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.
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PARKING
Complimentary Valet Parking Available
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.
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
2025-05-11
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.
2025-04-29
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Spring Awakening: Embracing the Flowering Notes in Every Glass
Celebrate and learn about the fresh, fragrant side of wine. This masterclass highlights aromatic varietals bursting with blossom and perfume, revealing how certain grape varieties, terroir and winemaking bring floral notes to life in every glass.
2025-05-14
Lynn Boggess "A Gathering of Green"
Plein Air Painting Demonstration & Artist Reception
The Umstead Hotel & Spa is honored to welcome back contemporary painter Lynn Boggess for his seventh solo exhibition in our Art Gallery, on view from May 1 through August 31, 2025. Best known for his richly textured, large-scale plein air landscapes, Boggess captures the essence of the Appalachian wilderness with bold strokes, natural pigments, and a palette knife as his brush. His latest exhibition, A Gathering of Green, invites viewers on a journey through the seasons, pausing in the electric renewal of spring.
Through glowing shades of green, punctuated by the blooms, birds, and quiet movement of the natural world, Boggess documents a fleeting yet luminous chapter in the life of the forest. “The more the contrast,” Boggess notes, “the more the green glows.”
2025-05-22
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover the Wines of Portugal
Journey through the rich and diverse wines of Portugal in this guided tasting experience. From the bright, refreshing notes of Vinho Verde to the bold character of Douro reds, explore the country’s unique grape varieties and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
2025-05-27
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Sauvignon Blanc Around the World
Explore the crisp, vibrant world of Sauvignon Blanc in this immersive masterclass, highlighting its diverse expressions from top wine regions. From the zesty citrus of New Zealand to the elegant minerality of Sancerre, discover what makes this varietal a global favorite.
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.
Brunch Details
- Sunday, May 11, 2025
- 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- $115 per adult plus taxes and fees
- $35 per child ages 2-10 plus taxes and fees
- Full payment is due at the time of booking. Reservations are non-refundable but transferrable to another guest.
Please note that Herons will be closed for breakfast that morning. For our In-House guests or those without a Herons reservation, a breakfast buffet will be available in the Bar & Lounge from 7:00–10:00 AM for $35++ per person.
Reserve your table and experience a beautiful Mother’s Day celebration at The Umstead.
2025-04-29
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Spring Awakening: Embracing the Flowering Notes in Every Glass
Celebrate and learn about the fresh, fragrant side of wine. This masterclass highlights aromatic varietals bursting with blossom and perfume, revealing how certain grape varieties, terroir and winemaking bring floral notes to life in every glass.
The masterclass will be held on Tuesday, April 29th in the Sycamore Room and begin at 6:30pm. A meat and cheese display will be presented with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $100 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.
2025-05-14
Lynn Boggess "A Gathering of Green"
Plein Air Painting Demonstration & Artist Reception
The Umstead Hotel & Spa is honored to welcome back contemporary painter Lynn Boggess for his seventh solo exhibition in our Art Gallery, on view from May 1 through August 31, 2025.
Best known for his richly textured, large-scale plein air landscapes, Boggess captures the essence of the Appalachian wilderness with bold strokes, natural pigments, and a palette knife as his brush. His latest exhibition, A Gathering of Green, invites viewers on a journey through the seasons, pausing in the electric renewal of spring.
Through glowing shades of green, punctuated by the blooms, birds, and quiet movement of the natural world, Boggess documents a fleeting yet luminous chapter in the life of the forest.
“The more the contrast,” Boggess notes, “the more the green glows.”
Join us for a special plein air painting demonstration by the lake followed by an intimate artist reception in the gallery:
Wednesday, May 14
5:00–7:00 PM | Live Painting Demonstration with Light Beverages
7:00–8:00 PM | Gallery Reception with Passed Beverages, Hors d’oeuvres and Meet the Artist
Tickets are $45 per guest. Reservations are encouraged by phone 919.447.4050 or OpenTable.
Artwork is available for purchase through The Umstead Gift Shop. Gift Shop Hours: Sun.–Tues. 9 AM–6 PM, Wed.–Sat. 9 AM–8 PM.
2025-05-22
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover the Wines of Portugal
Journey through the rich and diverse wines of Portugal in this guided tasting experience. From the bright, refreshing notes of Vinho Verde to the bold character of Douro reds, explore the country’s unique grape varieties and centuries-old winemaking traditions.
The tasting will be held on Thursday, May 22nd in the Fireplace Lounge, beginning at 6:30pm. Meat and cheese plates will be paired with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $75 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience, call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.
2025-05-27
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Sauvignon Blanc Around the World
Explore the crisp, vibrant world of Sauvignon Blanc in this immersive masterclass, highlighting its diverse expressions from top wine regions. From the zesty citrus of New Zealand to the elegant minerality of Sancerre, discover what makes this varietal a global favorite.
The masterclass will be held on Tuesday, May 27th in the Sycamore Room, beginning at 6:30pm. A meat and cheese display will be presented with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $100 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience, call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.