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   Bill

   Raleigh

   37 reviews

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   5.0

   37 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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   Excellent. Above and beyond expectations. Deserves Michelin starts.
   

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   NYFoodie

   Raleigh

   117 reviews

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   5.0

   117 reviews

   Dined 1 day ago

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   We had a lovely lunch at Herons celebrating 2 special birthdays. They entire team at the Umstead/Herons is very welcoming and they always go out of their way to make you feel valued. Our server, Priya was attentive and caring and really extended herself to make it a special celebration. The food as always was scrumptious, plentiful and the presentation was very nice. Our selections varied from a hamburger, chicken to soup and crab sandwich - everyone was extremely pleased. The chef’s tastings before our meal are always very special. The atmosphere is relaxing, lovely and very comfortable. We are never disappointed!
   

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   WillWorkForFood

   Raleigh

   7 reviews

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   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

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   Wonderful meal that was truly an outstanding experience. Seriously one of a kind.
   

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   GregK

   New England

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

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   Outstanding experience for our 1 yr anniversary. The service was on point and nothing like we have ever experienced.
   

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   DonM

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 7 days ago

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   Hats off to Team Herons...thanks for making our wedding anniversary incredibly special and personalized! From the moment we checked in for breakfast, your staff welcomed us and addressed us by name. Your food quality, services, and attention to detail were impeccable. Between the tag-team service and serving of the Ladies (i.e., Pri#### and ZaZe####), we never had to ask or want for anything. The overall service and environment were very memorable. Thanks for the parting anniversary gift of monogramed chocolate bar and cookies. They were extremely tasty to close out a wonderful day of celebration with our nightly tea and coffee!! See you next year, Lord Willing.
   

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   Bruce

   St. Louis

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2023

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   Fantastic meal. First class service, creative take from the chef(s) on the various courses, great wine pairings. Will visit again soon.
   

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   flacucho

   Raleigh

   7 reviews

   5.0

   7 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2023

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   Best dining experience in North Carolina. The food was creative, flavorful, beautiful... in one word: outstanding. The service was top notch while not being pretentious nor overbearing. I had not been since the pandemic and was happy to see that they have not changed. Amazing experience!
   

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   CarolynG

   New England

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2023

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   Perfect in all ways! The service was exceptional as was the food! A wonderful experience in a beautiful, peaceful setting.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Raleigh

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 24, 2023

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   The experience was lovely—a window view of the patio and the trees. Pam, Cameron, and the host were excellent. Birthday breakfast was chic and delicious.
   

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    Lauren

    Montreal

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    The definition of fine dining. Our server was professional, attentive, and enthusiastic. The food was beautifully presented. Every detail was thought through, from the serving dishes to the temperature of the food, to the paper used for the menu. A one-of-a-kind experience.
    

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    NeillL

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

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    Where is your Michelin ⭐️? Our evening of edible art tops my 5 star dinning experience. Casey, our wonderful server kept us on our toes with intrigue at the arrival of each Ben Owen plated delicacy! Keep her serving at the front, she clearly loves what she is doing! The FOOD! My oh My! Creativity + palate explosion! The 3 of us ordered everything different and round Robin so we were able to broaden the culinary experience. The staff, excellent! They love serving the creations out of Chef’s kitchen and enjoy giving the details behind each selection as they arrive at our table. The wooden bowl backstory behind the signature 62 degree egg dish has to be a fav, the pickled quail eggs, unique and superb, the top dog of the night though, taste, creativity and presentation winner were the duck confit corn dogs w truffle ketchup! Not you grandma’s state fair fare! Keep cooking keep creating, as Julia Childs once said “find something you’re passionate about and kkeep tremendously interested in it.” Chef and team at Heron’s certainly has!
    

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    UnikaB

    Raleigh

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

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    Wow wow and wow. I celebrated my 39th birthday with dinner at Herons and all I can say is WOW. I was a little saddened by the rain today and had to switch my outfit, but the rain let up and I was still able to wear heels. I arrived early to check out the property and snap a few photos. What a lovely property. The atmosphere is out of this world, the closest sanctuary I have ever experienced. The service was equally amazing. I’m accustomed to a knowledgeable server, however; there was a rotation of equally pleasant and knowledgeable servers to present my 4 course dinner and multiple house made breads/butters and other additions added to my meal as a birthday token. Oh…. The warm lightly scented hand towel to cleanse my hands prior to my meal was indeed pleasant as well. I was so delighted with this experience. I was unable to book the spa massage as they are booked out until July, but I am really happy. I look forward to returning in July for my massage. Unika B. & Co.
    

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    KaitlynT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

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    This was our first dining experience at Herons. We selected from the 4-course dinner menu, and it was incredible. The food and service are impeccable. I appreciated the attention to detail. The servers are knowledgeable and personable. We are already dreaming of our next meal here.
    

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    BarbieS

    Wilmington

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 17, 2023

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    Lunch at Herons for our 43rd wedding anniversary was a perfect choice. My favorite was the butter lettuce salad accompanied by a gluten free scone. The Umstead burger was my husband's favorite. Cameron provided an exceptional service experience.
    

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    BarbaraO

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

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    Lovely place for a casual lunch. It’s pricey but the food is great. We were a bit disappointed in the lack of variety in selections as well as in the attention to detail. Who brings soup without any spoons? But it’s great for a splurge lunch.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

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    As always, the chefs at Herons are masters with blending exquisite taste and appealing presentation even for lunch!
    

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    SM1908

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

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    The service and food were phenomenal! Our brunch was simply delicious and our server was amazing! Thank you!
    

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    MichaelP

    Raleigh

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

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    As always everything was impeccable from the service, food and atmosphere. A wonderful place for an eloquent meal and for any special occasion. Absolutely one of the best venues for special events. The staff is always great and the food taste and quality is fantastic. Well done to all!
    

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    RituM

    Raleigh

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 11, 2023

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    We had a great time celebrating our anniversary. Our server came with beautiful anniversary card 😊 we can’t forget how incredible experience we both had.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 10, 2023

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    Wonderful 40th birthday dinner. Could not have had a better experience.
    

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    Vince

    Charlotte

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 5, 2023

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    You need to eat here and order the Art Tour tasting menu. This restaurant is on par with Alinea, Per Se, etc. I was so happy and impressed to have such a dinner in NC. The food is incredibly creative and fresh. Wine is first rate. Service is impeccable. Go, go, go!!!
    

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    Bruce

    Philadelphia

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

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    Just a fabulous restaurant. Terrific service, great food, elegant décor and just an overall special experience.
    

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    SerialDiner3G

    Raleigh

    50 reviews

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    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

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    Incredible birthday dinner! The four course menu was perfect.
    

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    Debi

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

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    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 4, 2023

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    This was one of our best dining experiences ever. We were cared for & yet allowed to enjoy our food & converse. The attention to detail was impeccable. We chose to pair wines with our courses & they were perfect. We will din here again, when in the area.
    

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    readytodine

    Raleigh

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

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    Heron’s did not disappoint. The dinner experience showcased the best of spring flavors. It was artistic, thoughtful, and above all delicious.
    

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    ToddW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 3, 2023

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    Casey tomorrow wonderful care of us. The meal was exceptional. Thank you!
    

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    JS53

    Washington DC

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience5

    The food is very inventive and unique, but not always great. Creativity can sometimes miss the mark and sometimes bomb. Portions are numerous and small. The beef filet entre was small and dry, even at medium rare. Service is first-class and very attentive. Staff knowledge of the food and wine is excellent. The food presentations are fancy and done with a flair. Wine cellar is extensive but high priced and the selected wine pairing is very overpriced ($100 for four half glasses) and disappointing. The atmosphere is casual elegance and not too noisy, even with a full house. Overall, it is a unique menu trying hard to be five-star and missing the mark and therefore overpriced for the quality but it is a good choice for someone willing to pay extra for an unusual experience without regard to value. Plan to spend $200-$400 per person - depending on beverages and tip.
    

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    Julio

    New York Area

    58 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined on May 3, 2023

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    My wife and I had a great experience here. This was our first time and we plan on coming back. Every staff member was great, especially Mike, our main server. They all greeted upon arrival. Mike provided us with recommendations for each of the courses. He was very friendly and had a conversation with us. We had the 4 course meal for dinner but I am not sure if there is any other alternative. The portions weee just the right size and we were definitely full when we left. All the food tasted great and seasoned properly. I would definitely recommend and will be back. I would love to try each of their seasonal dishes as their menu changes seasonally.
    

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    DavidP

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 2, 2023

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    Herons is our 'go-to' restaurant for anniversary celebrations. It's been 3 year in a row, and it's absolutely phenomenal. Service is out of this world, food is amazing, and the ambience is fantastic. You will not regret coming here for breakfast, lunch, or dinner (We have tried it all!)
    

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    BobK

    San Francisco

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

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    Heron’s has some truly outstanding entrees, but not all, overall very creative and flavorful. The pastry chef is truly amazing.
    

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    MitraK

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 30, 2023

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    Me and my daughter loved it very much. Of course your hotel is gorgeous! Service was good, coffee was cold and I like the coffee to be hot and I let it cool down while at my table, but when server brought the coffee it was ready to drink. Also I am not too too fan of the brunch menu. Omlet was super simple, spinach was raw in it and no sauce it had. I was looking for some exciting brunch but it unfortunately I didn’t like the menu. Pancake for my daughter was Okay and she liked it, it was too much though and if it was smaller would be better so less wasting. overall experience was nice thanks so much for having us. 😊
    

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    Timb

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

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    My wife and I had the brunch and both had delicious entrées.
    

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    Happy

    Raleigh

    5 reviews

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    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

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    Everything was excellent. We really enjoyed dinner.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Raleigh

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    Always great food and great service at Herons. The scenery is beautiful as well.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Cleveland

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

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    Krystal was amazing we enjoyed my hubby’s birthday brunch celebration!
    

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    SeanC

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3

    Presentation was terrific but taste was not good. We had the four course meal and only enjoyed 1 of 8 served between the two of us. It’s a shame, because everything is prepared beautifully and the staff are fantastic but the taste was well below expectation.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

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    Absolutely beautiful, creative, and amazing food. So many great surprises of deliciousness through meal. Excellent service. So happy we spent our first wedding anniversary here!
    

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    NancyM

    Raleigh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Wonderful service and atmosphere! Would recommend for any special outing.
    

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    EileenB

    Charleston

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

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    Everything was perfect! The food was delicious, service excellent.
    

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    RobinS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

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    Outstanding restaurant and probably one of the finest in Raleigh. Highly recommend. The service is impeccable. The food is excellent. The atmosphere is relaxed elegance.
    

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