The Bar & Lounge
The Bar & Lounge at The Umstead Hotel and Spa is the perfect place to begin or end a memorable evening. Our wine cellar is stocked with an extensive collection representing the world's most renowned regions. Furthermore, our signature culinary inspired cocktails offer a truly unique taste that incorporates the season's best flavors. With live entertainment most evenings, you'll find that the fare on our bar menu is impressive and imaginative in the spirit of Herons.
The Bar & Lounge operates under limited availability and is unable to accommodate party sizes larger than 6 in the dining area. Reservations are also available for our In-House Guests. Please contact us for further information.
Hours
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BAR & LOUNGE
- 11:30am until 11pm - Sunday to Thursday
- 11:30am until Midnight - Friday and Saturday
Uncorked Wine Series
Our Sommelier invites you to journey through the world of wine with the Umstead Uncorked wine tasting series. Held in the Fireplace Lounge, this engaging series features a selection of wine paired with small bites to enhance the flavor profile and showcase hidden notes. Expand your palate as you tour new regions and countries, explore lesser known varieties and learn about new styles and old favorites. Kindly visit the Event Calendar for more details on our Uncorked Series and upcoming wine dinners and events.
2025-03-27
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Wines From Down Under
Discover the bold and diverse wines of Australia in this captivating masterclass, featuring iconic regions like Barossa Valley and Margaret River. Dive into the unique terroirs and winemaking styles that make Australian wines a global favorite!
2025-04-20
Easter Brunch at Herons
Celebrate with us!
Gather with family and loved ones for a memorable Easter Sunday brunch at Herons, where Executive Chef and four-time James Beard semi-finalist Steven Devereaux Greene presents a beautifully curated four-course menu with choices showcasing elevated seasonal flavors.
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.
2025-03-20
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
The Elegance of Burgundy
Explore the elegance of Burgundy in this guided wine tasting, featuring world-class Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from the region’s storied vineyards. Join us on Thursday, March 20th to uncover the nuances of terroir and tradition that make the wines of Burgundy some of the most expensive and sought after wines in the world.
2025-03-27
Umstead Unbottled Masterclass
Wines From Down Under
Discover the bold and diverse wines of Australia in this captivating masterclass, featuring iconic regions like Barossa Valley and Margaret River. Dive into the unique terroirs and winemaking styles that make Australian wines a global favorite!
The masterclass will be held on Thursday, March 27th 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.
2025-04-20
Easter Brunch at Herons
Celebrate with us!
Gather with family and loved ones for a memorable Easter Sunday brunch at Herons, where Executive Chef and four-time James Beard semi-finalist Steven Devereaux Greene presents a beautifully curated four-course menu with choices showcasing elevated seasonal flavors.
Brunch Details
- Sunday, April 20th
- 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 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 an elegant Easter celebration at The Umstead.
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.
2025-03-20
Umstead Uncorked Wine Tasting
The Elegance of Burgundy
Explore the elegance of Burgundy in this guided wine tasting, featuring world-class Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays from the region’s storied vineyards. Join us on Thursday, March 20th to uncover the nuances of terroir and tradition that make the wines of Burgundy some of the most expensive and sought after wines in the world.
The tastings will be held 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 $95 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable.
To enjoy this experience call 919 447 4050 or click here to reserve online.