In-Room Dining
Enjoy the flavors of Herons from the comfort of your guest room. Our in-room dining features beautifully plated dishes, seasonal specialties, and personalized amenities—all delivered with the elegance and ease of a Five-Star experience.
Reservations: 919 447 4091
Hours
Menu Hours:
- Chef-prepared Sushi, beautifully plated and made to order | 5:00PM to 8:30PM Tuesday- Saturday
- Breakfast available | 6AM to 10:00am Monday-Friday | 6:00AM to 1:00PM Saturday- Sunday
- All Day menu | 10:00am to 10:00PM Monday-Friday | 1:00PM to 10:00PM Saturday- Sunday
- Late-night offerings | 10:00 PM to 12:00am Sunday- Thursday | 10:00pm to 1:00am Friday-Saturday
Menus
At The Umstead, in-room dining is more than a convenience, it’s a curated extension of our culinary philosophy. Each dish, crafted by the award-winning Herons culinary team, brings the elegance of our Forbes Five-Star restaurant directly to the comfort and privacy of your guest room.
From artfully presented breakfasts with fresh-brewed coffee and house-made pastries to late-night desserts and Champagne served on your balcony overlooking the lake, every moment is designed to be both indulgent and effortless.
Guests may also enjoy selections like handcrafted sushi, locally inspired entrées, and seasonal specialties — all plated with the same thoughtful detail and artistry found at Herons.
Our personalized in-room amenities, including curated wine and cheese pairings, chocolate-dipped strawberries, fruit platters, and celebratory Champagne, transform a beautiful stay into an unforgettable one.
To place an order simply dial In Room Dining 4091 or use In Room Dining tablet
2026-11-28
Tea with Santa
Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in this magical event as they enjoy a special visit with Santa and let him know what is on their wish list this holiday season. Santa will share photos of his favorite memories as he tells stories of his helpful elves and reindeer. Tea with Santa includes photography, a small gift, and hot chocolate service with savory and sweet morsels.
2026-11-12
Herons × DRC
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Dinner
Iconic and elusive, the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti exists in a realm beyond ordinary wine: where mystique and craftsmanship converge. From the sacred slopes of the Côte d'Or, it yields wines of breathtaking elegance and depth, bottles that speak in whispers and linger in memory.
To taste DRC is to experience Burgundy at its most transcendent.
On Thursday, November 12th, Herons invites you to an unforgettable evening honoring the legend of DRC.
2026-10-27
Evenings with Krug
The 2026 Krug Ambassade Dinner at Herons
The Umstead Hotel and Spa is honored to enter its second year as an official Krug Ambassade, joining a select collection of culinary destinations around the world united by an appreciation for exceptional hospitality and the singular expression of Krug Champagne.
This fall, Chef Steven Devereaux Greene brings that partnership to the table at Herons with a four-course dining experience inspired by the season at One Oak Farm.
Drawing from ingredients harvested just beyond the restaurant, each course will be thoughtfully paired with a different expression of Krug Champagne, creating an evening that celebrates the relationship between season and the glass.
2026-10-06
King of Kentucky: A Rare Tasting
Since its return in 2018, King of Kentucky has become one of Brown-Forman’s most coveted bourbon releases, traditionally offered once each year as a highly limited single barrel.
In 2026, Brown-Forman introduced something entirely new: three 12 Year Small Batch expressions, bottled at three different proofs to showcase the distinctive character revealed at each strength.
On October 6, The Umstead invites just 14 guests to experience all three releases side by side during an intimate guided tasting led by representatives from Brown-Forman. Batch 1, Batch 2 and Batch 3 will be explored throughout the evening, offering a rare opportunity to experience the nuances between each expression within a single tasting.
2026-10-20
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Australia: Beyond the Shiraz
Our Uncorked series is relaxed and focused on discovery. This October, journey through the diverse wine regions of Australia, from the powerful Shiraz of Barossa Valley to the elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Tasmania. Discover the regions and producers that have helped shape Australia into one of the world’s most dynamic wine countries.
Skip the jetlag and let Wine Director Simon Kaufmann guide you through a curated selection of Australian wines, moving beyond the expected to uncover both celebrated expressions and unexpected discoveries along the way.
2026-11-28
Tea with Santa
Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in this magical event as they enjoy a special visit with Santa and let him know what is on their wish list this holiday season. Santa will share photos of his favorite memories as he tells stories of his helpful elves and reindeer. Tea with Santa includes photography, a small gift, and hot chocolate service with savory and sweet morsels.
Reservations open on Wednesday, September 9th at 8am. Please call 919 447-4050 to reserve your space. Tickets are $125 per person plus tax and service fee, and include white glove holiday food service and hot chocolate in addition to time with Santa and storytelling. There is a maximum of eight guests per booking, and all reservations must be paid in full using one method of payment at the time of booking. As this is one of our most popular events, we ask for your patience as hold times should be expected; hanging up will result in the loss of your place in the queue.
Tea will be offered at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.:
Saturday, November 28 / Sunday, November 29 / Sunday, December 6 / Sunday, December 13 / Sunday, December 20
Tea will be offered at 10:30 a.m. only:
Saturday, December 12 / Saturday, December 19
2026-11-12
Herons × DRC
Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Dinner
Iconic and elusive, the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti exists in a realm beyond ordinary wine: where mystique and craftsmanship converge. From the sacred slopes of the Côte d'Or, it yields wines of breathtaking elegance and depth, bottles that speak in whispers and linger in memory.
To taste DRC is to experience Burgundy at its most transcendent.
On Thursday, November 12th, Herons invites you to an unforgettable evening honoring the legend of DRC.
Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene will present a four-course tasting menu, each course paired with a two-ounce pour of these extraordinary wines. Courses three and four will feature both vintages side by side:
- 2023 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru
- 2022 Corton Grand Cru
- 2013 Grands Échézaux Grand Cru
- 2023 Grands Échézaux Grand Cru
- 2011 La Tâche Grand Cru
- 2023 La Tâche Grand Cru
A singular opportunity to experience Burgundy’s most legendary Domaine.
Details: $2500++ per person beginning at 6:30 pm. For Reservations call the number below or online here.
2026-10-27
Evenings with Krug
The 2026 Krug Ambassade Dinner at Herons
The Umstead Hotel and Spa is honored to enter its second year as an official Krug Ambassade, joining a select collection of culinary destinations around the world united by an appreciation for exceptional hospitality and the singular expression of Krug Champagne.
This fall, Chef Steven Devereaux Greene brings that partnership to the table at Herons with a four-course dining experience inspired by the season at One Oak Farm.
Drawing from ingredients harvested just beyond the restaurant, each course will be thoughtfully paired with a different expression of Krug Champagne, creating an evening that celebrates the relationship between season and the glass.
The 2026 Krug Ambassade Dinner will be offered in Herons from October 27 through October 31 with Limited Availability.
Four-Course Dinner with Krug Champagne Pairings
500++ per guest
Reservations can be made by phone using the number below.
2026-10-06
King of Kentucky: A Rare Tasting
Since its return in 2018, King of Kentucky has become one of Brown-Forman’s most coveted bourbon releases, traditionally offered once each year as a highly limited single barrel.
In 2026, Brown-Forman introduced something entirely new: three 12 Year Small Batch expressions, bottled at three different proofs to showcase the distinctive character revealed at each strength.
On October 6, The Umstead invites just 14 guests to experience all three releases side by side during an intimate guided tasting led by representatives from Brown-Forman. Batch 1, Batch 2 and Batch 3 will be explored throughout the evening, offering a rare opportunity to experience the nuances between each expression within a single tasting.
A generous charcuterie display of aged cheeses and cured meats will accompany the tasting, alongside savory bites and chocolate-based sweets selected to complement the bourbon.
October 6, 2026 at 6:30 PM
The Fireplace Room
$225++ per guest
Limited to 14 guests
For Reservations please call us using the number below or Reserve Online.
2026-10-20
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Australia: Beyond the Shiraz
Our Uncorked series is relaxed and focused on discovery. This October, journey through the diverse wine regions of Australia, from the powerful Shiraz of Barossa Valley to the elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay of Tasmania. Discover the regions and producers that have helped shape Australia into one of the world’s most dynamic wine countries.
Skip the jetlag and let Wine Director Simon Kaufmann guide you through a curated selection of Australian wines, moving beyond the expected to uncover both celebrated expressions and new discoveries along the way.
The tasting will be held on October 20th at 6:30 PM in the Fireplace Lounge. Charcuterie plates will be paired with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $89 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
For Reservations please call using the number below or reserve online.