

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: 919-447-4200Hours
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
2025-07-23
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Journey through Sonoma
Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.
2025-07-24
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Journey through Sonoma
Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.
2025-07-30
Umstead Unbottled Wine Masterclass
Tour de France
Embark on a journey across France in our Tour de France wine masterclass. Taught by Wine Director Hannah Barton, this class explores six of France's most important wine regions. Discover the diversity, history, and craftsmanship that make France the benchmark of the wine world.
2025-07-23
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Journey through Sonoma
Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.
The tasting will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd in the Fireplace Lounge and begin 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 $85 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.
2025-07-24
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
Journey through Sonoma
Join us for our July Uncorked tastings as we explore the wines of Sonoma, California. Often overshadowed by its eastern neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma is one of the most diverse wine regions in the country, with a remarkable range of climates, soils, and terrain. Wine Director Hannah Barton will guide you through a tasting that spans from vibrant, full-bodied Chardonnays to graceful, nuanced Pinot Noirs.
The tasting will be held on Thursday, July 24th in the Fireplace Lounge and begin 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 $85 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.
2025-07-30
Umstead Unbottled Wine Masterclass
Tour de France
Embark on a journey across France in our Tour de France wine masterclass. Taught by Wine Director Hannah Barton, this class explores six of France's most important wine regions. Discover the diversity, history, and craftsmanship that make France the benchmark of the wine world.
The masterclass will be held on Wednesday, July 30th in the Sycamore Room and begin at 6:30pm. A charcuterie 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.