Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Cary

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1. Colletta - Cary, NC

4.7

Exceptional(1499)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Cary

Booked 46 times today

Seasonal changes, outstanding ingredients and a made-from-scratch philosophy guide Chef 's menu of house-made focaccia and pasta, antipastis, made-to-order wood-fired pizzas, and piatti. The chef curated dinner and dessert menus, pair with the well balanced wine and beverage program. Located at Fenton in Cary, NC, this casual yet polished family-style Italian restaurant features 120 indoor dining seats, 60 seats outdoors on the semi-covered patio, and a 12-seat bar.

2. Herons

4.9

Exceptional(3068)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Cary

Booked 29 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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3. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

4.8

Exceptional(5885)

Price: Moderate

• American • Cary

Booked 111 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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4. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

4.5

Awesome(160)

Price: Expensive

• Wine Bar • Cary

Booked 21 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.

5. Rey's

4.7

Exceptional(4943)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Raleigh

Booked 26 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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6. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

4.3

Awesome(1812)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Morrisville

Booked 49 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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7. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(3006)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 23 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.

8. Irregardless

4.7

Exceptional(5910)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Raleigh

Booked 85 times today

Get ready for a delightful culinary journey at Irregardless! A beloved gem in downtown Raleigh serving fresh, seasonal vegetarian delights + carnivore options. Locally owned and bursting with flavor, our menu promises an unforgettable experience. Join us for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch! Our menu offers something for everyone.

9. Bella Monica

4.8

Exceptional(3605)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Raleigh

Booked 26 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!

10. STIR - Raleigh

4.5

Awesome(2254)

Price: Moderate

• American • Raleigh

Booked 65 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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Brian
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Truly an amazing experience! What a fantastic meal and great way to celebrate my wife’s birthday!
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HeronsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Cary
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4.9
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Joe
Coastal North Carolina •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lucky 32 in Cary never disappoints. The food was excellent and the service was top notch. We had a drink as we were celebrating an occasion and we weren't rushed. When we did place our order, the meal was served quite quickly and was hot. Both plates were delicious
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Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - CaryPrice: Moderate• American• Cary
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4.8
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Mitch
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
What a wonderful dining experience. From our circular booth and view of the kitchen, to our fantastic waitress who walked us through the menu and option, this place gave us the best Italian experience. Meatball appetizer is the best I’ve had, the calamari was so light and fresh, and the steamed mussels had just the right amount of spice to make the broth mouth watering. The 15 layer lasagna is such a delight, and the truffle noodles was the star of the night. Just love the ambiance. What a great date night. Thank you all for giving us a great night!
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Colletta - Cary, NCPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cary
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4.7
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Amanda
Baltimore / Maryland •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Food was out of this world! I got the 16 Oz. Prime Ribeye Oscar style and it was phenomenal. Flavor was amazing, cooked to the perfect temperature, super tender. Our server JT was fantastic. Fun, personable, outgoing, but also gave us great space to enjoy our date night alone. 10/10 would go back and ask for him as our server again.
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Rey'sPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Raleigh
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4.7
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Adriene
Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful wine selection and great food and friendly service.
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Cru Food and Wine Bar - FentonPrice: Expensive• Wine Bar• Cary
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4.5

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Colletta - Cary, NC

2. Herons

3. Lucky 32 Southern Kitchen - Cary

4. Cru Food and Wine Bar - Fenton

5. Rey's

6. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Morrisville

7. Mulino Italian Kitchen & Bar

8. Irregardless

9. Bella Monica

10. STIR - Raleigh

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