“the Forbes Five-Star jewel (one of only 79 the world over) serves a refined feast of layers—where chef Steven Greene’s whimsical platings redefine farm-to-table fare. Quite literally sourced from The Umstead Hotel and Spa’s own farm, fragrant flavors ranging famed dry-aged duck breast to decadent foie gras are spun into dishes that balance precision with playful elegance across its recently debuted tasting menu. Part museum, part Edenic escape framed by floor-to-ceiling garden views, the quietly spectacular oasis reaches reverie through razor-sharp service—and earns its place among the country’s finest.”

raleigh magazine