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Herons, the signature restaurant inside The Umstead Hotel and Spa, echoes the hotel’s art and nature themes. As a result, fresh, local ingredients heavily influence each dish. Here are five more things you should know about the Five-Star restaurant:

1. It’s upscale but not stuffy. Even though Herons often caters to a sophisticated clientele, you won’t feel uncomfortable there.

2. You have two menu options. You can order either your own selections off the regular menu or go for the chef’s tasting menu, which allows you to sit back and let an expert make the decisions.

3. The best seat in the house is outside on the patio. If the weather is nice, this spot offers you primo views of the pool and grounds.

4. The wine list is extensive. You can order by the bottle or by the glass; if you need an additional opinion, enlist the help of the sommelier.

5. It houses original works of art. For the ultimate experience, take a few minutes to take in the art. The original pieces on the walls are one of the things that set Herons apart from other restaurants.

• Scott Crawford
• The Umstead Hotel and Spa
• Executive Chef

Here are five things you should know about Herons restaurant:

Herons features high-quality ingredients and presents food in a highly stylized, artful manner.

We have arm, polished and professional table service.

The dining room features an intriguing collection of art.

There are expansive views from the dining room of our landscaped terrace and woodland pond.

Herons features an eclectic collection of wines from around the world.