Herons
One of only 64 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 and around 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: 919-447-4200Hours
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Breakfast
- Monday - Friday 7:00am - 10:00am
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Brunch
- Saturday - Sunday 7:00am - 1:00pm
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Lunch
- Monday - Friday 11:30am - 2:00pm
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Dinner
- Tuesday - Saturday 5:00pm - 9:00pm
- Final seating for dinner is 8:30pm
Details
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DRESS CODE
Herons offers a Five Star Dinner experience for all of our guests, and request that you dress appropriately. We ask that men wear dress pants, a collared shirt, and dress shoes, with sports jackets being optional. For women and men, jeans, shorts, sandals, and tattered clothing are not permitted in the dining room.
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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. Recently rated five stars by food critic Greg Cox, this unique experience showcases Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene’s approach to food driven by his high quality choice in product and expert presentation.
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
2024-05-08
Lynn Boggess "Progress"
Plein Air Painting Demonstration and Artist Reception
The Umstead Hotel & Spa is excited to welcome contemporary painter Lynn Boggess for his 6th exhibition in our Art Gallery, running May 1st through August 30th. Best known for his dramatic textured landscapes, Boggess’ paintings have been a beloved part of the hotel’s permanent collection since opening in 2007. Taking inspiration from the property’s verdant surroundings, Boggess will have two plein air demonstrations while his works are in residence, as well as an Artist Reception.
2024-05-14
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover Alto Adige
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps in Northern Italy is the stunning region of Alto Adige. Known for its elegant and perfumed white and red wines with piercing acidity, this is a place you want to know about! Join us on May 14th at 6pm to taste through these beautiful wines with our dedicated Umstead wine team. To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or reserve online.
2024-05-21
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover Alto Adige
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps in Northern Italy is the stunning region of Alto Adige. Known for its elegant and perfumed white and red wines with piercing acidity, this is a place you want to know about! Join us on May 14th at 6pm to taste through these beautiful wines with our dedicated Umstead wine team. To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or reserve online.
2024-05-12
Mother's Day Brunch
Join us this Sunday, May 12 for an elevated Mother’s Day brunch celebration. Make cherished memories with us, dining in our in-house Five Star Restaurant experience. Herons will feature an exquisitely-crafted four course menu with choice of entrée featuring dishes created and prepared by four-time James Beard semi-finalist for Best Chef in the Southeast, Executive Chef Steven Greene.
2024-05-08
Lynn Boggess "Progress"
Plein Air Painting Demonstration and Artist Reception
The Umstead Hotel & Spa is excited to welcome contemporary painter Lynn Boggess for his 6th exhibition in our Art Gallery, running May 1st through August 30th. Best known for his dramatic textured landscapes, Boggess’ paintings have been a beloved part of the hotel’s permanent collection since opening in 2007. Taking inspiration from the property’s verdant surroundings, Boggess will have two plein air demonstrations while his works are in residence, as well as an Artist Reception.
Boggess' works will be celebrated and inspire various culinary offerings at The Umstead's dining venues. Expect specialty cocktails at the Umstead Bar & Lounge, delightful bites during afternoon tea, and dishes woven into the tasting menu at fine dining restaurant Herons. Led by Chef Steven Greene, the Heron’s Art Tour Menu is celebrated for its multi-course experience that seamlessly merges artistry with gastronomy.
Marcelle Kick, Hotel Design Coordinator at The Umstead adds, “Lynn Boggess’ plein air paintings were some of the first works purchased for the property. After the curatorial staff decided on the design theme of “Art in Nature", Lynn’s style of painting exemplified that direction with his woodland focus and organic imagery and textures. His work invites the outdoors in and is a special part of The Umstead experience.”
The first painting demonstration will be held on Wednesday, May 8 from 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. This will be complimentary for guests to attend, and light beverages will be served down by the lake. The Artist Reception will take place on Thursday afternoon, beginning with another plein air session May 9th at 5:30 pm and mingling from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Attendees can expect to view up to 15 of his works in the gallery along with an opportunity to meet and greet with this celebrated artist. The event costs $35, with light hors d'oeuvres, beer and wine to be served. Reservations are highly encouraged by phone 919.447.4050 or Open Table.
May 8
- 1:30-3:30 pm, Plein Air Painting Demonstration by the Lake, with light beverages
May 9
- 5:30 pm - 7 pm, Plein Air Painting Demonstration by the Lake, with light beverages
- 7 - 8 pm, Meet the Artist, with light beverages and hors d'oeuvres
2024-05-14
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover Alto Adige
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps in Northern Italy is the stunning region of Alto Adige. Known for its elegant and perfumed white and red wines with piercing acidity, this is a place you want to know about! Join us on May 14th or May 21st to taste through these beautiful wines with our dedicated Umstead wine team. To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or reserve online.
2024-05-21
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Discover Alto Adige
Nestled in the foothills of the Alps in Northern Italy is the stunning region of Alto Adige. Known for its elegant and perfumed white and red wines with piercing acidity, this is a place you want to know about! Join us on May 14th at 6pm to taste through these beautiful wines with our dedicated Umstead wine team. To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or reserve online.
2024-05-12
Mother's Day Brunch
Join us this Sunday, May 12 for an elevated Mother’s Day brunch celebration. Make cherished memories with us, dining in our in-house Five Star Restaurant experience. Herons will feature an exquisitely-crafted four course menu with choice of entrée featuring dishes created and prepared by four-time James Beard semi-finalist for Best Chef in the Southeast, Executive Chef Steven Greene.
Mother’s Day Brunch will run from 10am to 2pm on Sunday May 12th. Brunch pricing is $150 per adult and $46 per child (ages 2 to 10), inclusive of tax and gratuity. Full payment is due at the time of booking, reservations are non-refundable but are transferrable to another guest.