Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Cary

13 restaurants available nearby

1. Herons

4.8

Exceptional(3092)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cary

Booked 59 times today

Herons, the signature restaurant at The Umstead Hotel and Spa in Cary, North Carolina, offers an exceptional fine dining experience for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Located close to Raleigh, North Carolina, Herons is known for its locally inspired, seasonal menus and stunning garden views, Herons showcases a full-view kitchen and an elegant, art-filled dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows. Every detail—from the fresh, regionally sourced ingredients to the curated wine list—reflects a commitment to artistry and culinary excellence.

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2. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

4.7

Exceptional(5963)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cary

Booked 103 times today

Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen in Cary features exceptional renderings of classic Southern dishes made with plenty of local ingredients. We will open back up soon for dining in our restaurant in our dining room that's been prepared for safe distancing and Veranda garden. View photos of our new seasonal features available for takeout on our website at lucky32.com.

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3. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

4.3

Awesome(172)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Cary

Booked 18 times today

CRÚ is excited to announce our newest location: perfectly poised in the heart of the active Fenton triangle, just around the corner from the theaters (!), the Sephora (!!), salons (!!!), Pilates, gelatto, sporting goods & clothing stores, soccer park, aquatic center, and so much more. Phew! — after all that activity, you are going to need a place to unwind. Let our CRÚ staff take care of you! Stop by and experience the unique mix of Napa style foods, wines, fun and relaxation that only CRÚ can offer.

4. Rey's

4.7

Exceptional(4972)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Raleigh

Booked 43 times today

Rey's is an upscale, fine dining, steak house featuring spectacular food & exceptional service with a hint of New Orleans / French Quarter Flare. The comfortable ambiance and affordable prices are sure to please. Six Private dining rooms available for 6 - 200 guests. Gorgeous new courtyard for outdoor dining, weddings, social events or al fresco dining.

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5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.2

Awesome(1839)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 25 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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6. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3027)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 62 times today

Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, a locally owned Italian restaurant that has been named one of Raleigh's best by Raleigh Magazine. Located in the heart of downtown Raleigh, minutes from the Raleigh Convention Center, Mulino offers an authentic dining experience that showcases the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Guests can enjoy classic Italian dishes made with fresh ingredients, perfectly paired with wines from Italy & beyond.Mulino’s inviting atmosphere includes cozy indoor seating & a beautiful outdoor patio, available on a first-come basis. Mulino can accommodate parties from 2 to 250 guests. For groups of 12 or more, a special large-party menu is available to enhance your dining experience.Parking is available at 209 N. Dawson Street, 329 N McDowell Street, and streetwise along Lane Street.We look forward to welcoming you to Mulino Italian Kitchen and Bar, where every meal is crafted with passion and every guest is treated like family.

7. Bella Monica

4.8

Exceptional(3632)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 30 times today

Benvenuto! Opened August 2000, chef/ owner Corbett Monica and his wife, Julie, created this trattoria as an extension of his Nanas dinner table. A place where the neighborhood gathers to dine and enjoy life. Guests become family at our tables, enjoying recipes handed down from our grandparents. Following tradition, we make our sauce with San Marzano tomatoes and use only the freshest ingredients available, just like Nana. Our gravy is so good that we eat it like soup! Neapolitan menu, thin-crust Flatbread pizzas, Pasta, NC Seafood, Chicken, Local Pork. Without a doubt, the best cannoli you will ever taste! Our wine list features all Italian, hard-to-find selections that are a perfect match for our Pasta and Flatbreads. Wine Spectator 2007-2024. Local art is on our walls and we play a great upbeat music mix. We welcome you to our business, our culture, our family. It is an honor and pleasure to cook for you. Please enjoy our food and the company you share at our table. Mangia bene!

8. STIR - Raleigh

4.5

Awesome(2282)

Price: Moderate

• American • Raleigh

Booked 57 times today

STIR is the perfect restaurant to enjoy a night out, host clients, or sip a craft cocktail over a dozen oysters. Located in North Hills, the restaurant is an open-air concept with a large, heated outdoor patio. We are open for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.Our cold bar and kitchen offers fresh oysters from North Carolina and beyond, traditional Mexican and Peruvian ceviche, and classic entrees and specials, all prepared from scratch.STIR is famous for craft cocktails. We freeze and carve 300-pound blocks of artisanal ice in-house, age certain cocktails in oak barrels for richer flavors, and place others on draft for crispness and carbonation. The result is a categorically elevated cocktail. Our passion for fine spirits also compels us to find and share rare bottles, many of which are extremely difficult to procure.We welcome Raleigh to enjoy our unmatched cocktails, fresh seafood from the cold bar, and classic dishes in an atmosphere of genuine hospitality.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

4.5

Awesome(1854)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Raleigh

Booked 57 times today

Ruth's Chris Steak House in Raleigh is located in the vibrant midtown community of North Hills. Whether it's a romantic steak dinner for two, an important business meeting, or a private party, Ruth's Chris Steak House can accommodate your needs and our Raleigh steakhouse provides guests with a warm, comfortable atmosphere of casual elegance.

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10. Station At Person Street

3.7

Very Good(84)

Price: Moderate

• American • Raleigh

A corner bar and restaurant nestled on the edge of Raleigh’s Historic Oakwood neighborhood, blending amongst the residential streets like a refuge. In the location that originally served as an Amoco gas station- The Station pays tribute to Raleigh’s rich past as well as present.A cozy, rustic, watering-hole inviting you to hobnob and toast one another over a bucket of suds, a locally crafted brew or an artisinal cocktail. Creative, insightful takes on classic dishes that have been hand-crafted to set the tone for comfort. A place to linger. This is The Station. Welcome home, neighbor. The Station offers a “third space” that is uniquely Raleigh. Spacious outdoor and indoor dining areas, adorned with wood and metal, offer a range of accommodations for our friends.

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Jim
Phoenix / Arizona •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent food that exceeds expectations and outstanding service
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HeronsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cary
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4.8
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Sean
New York City •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
The food is consistently good at Firebirds, and the prices are very affordable. However, they overcooked our steaks on both of my visits. They were very willing to recook them, but it's still disappointing to have to wait when the rest of your party starts eating their meals. I also expected them to offer some consolation, but neither time they did. The rest of the service was great and the food and drinks make up for it. But I'll likely skip the steak the next time I visit.
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Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - MorrisvillePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Morrisville
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4.2
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Marcia
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a delight to visit for a meal. Decided to go for New Year’s lunch and we were able to secure reservations at our selected time. Although the restaurant was crowded the service was quick to grace our table and was professional and courteous. On this big day, they had a Special Menu which we enjoyed. The food was perfect and we even took leftovers home for later. We are soooo glad they are back to regular operating hours. We thoroughly enjoy ourselves every time we visit.
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Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - CaryPrice: Moderate• American• Cary
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4.7
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Gaye
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Rey’s never disappoints!!! Excellent service and delicious food. We always feel special when we eat there. The steak and lobster tail was simply amazing. It’s definitely our go to place for a special meal.
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Rey'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Raleigh
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4.7
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Christyna
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Emmanuel took great care of me & my sister. We were celebrating her birthday and the food was AHHHH-MAZING! CRU will always be my go-to spot.
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Cru Food and Wine Bar - FentonPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Cary
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4.3

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13 restaurants available nearby

1. Herons

2. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

3. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

4. Rey's

5. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

6. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

7. Bella Monica

8. STIR - Raleigh

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - North Raleigh

10. Station At Person Street

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