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Diners' Choice: Great for scenic views restaurants in Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most scenic view in Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Herons restaurant
4.8
4.8 (3133)
$50 and over
American
Cary
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
Susan
Dined 3 days ago
An outstanding Valentines Day lunch ay Herons: food, service & setting all outstanding! Definitely the best place to have an excellent meal!
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4.8
4.8 (1900)
$31 to $50
American
Durham
About the restaurant
The AAA Four Diamond Fairview Dining Room has been reimagined as a lighter, brighter backdrop for our renowned fine dining experience. Featuring custom details hand-crafted for the space by regional artisans, this new design simply enhances what you have loved for years.

With the reopening of the new Fairview Dining Room, our Area Executive Chef Troy Stauffer and his imaginative culinary team have introduced a new Fall menu, perfectly complementing the elevated look and feel of the space. Indulge in a savory Cheshire Pork Tenderloin or delicious Duke of Crabcake with a sommelier suggested wine and finish with a decadent hand-crafted dessert from our pastry team, each dish embracing cozy flavors perfect for fall.

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ROBERT
Dined 3 days ago
The Valentines dinner was a three course pre fix dinning experience. It is only offered on Valentine's Day; however, the Fairview restaurant at Duke Inn is a wonderful place to celebrate special occasions.
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4.7
4.7 (94)
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
Raleigh
About the restaurant
Rooftop restaurant and bar on the 10th floor in the Residence Inn Raleigh Downtown. The restaurant features contemporary American fusion dishes, signature cocktails, and an INCREDIBLE VIEW! Perfect spot for a date night or if you want to grab a pre-show cocktail and bite to eat. Located in close walking distance to the Raleigh Convention Center, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, and the Red Hat Amphitheater.
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Alison
Dined on Jan 31, 2025
Lovely space, inside & on the terrace. Beautiful views of the city. Good was good. Cocktails were good. Prices reasonable. Service was very friendly & good. Nice date night or girls night place!
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4.7
4.7 (426)
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Raleigh
About the restaurant
La Terrazza, the newest addition to Umbria Hospitality Group, presents a delightful fusion of southern Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, complemented by an enchanting city skyline view. With seasonal delicacies, premium ingredients, and market-fresh produce, our menu showcases traditional favorites with innovative flair. Step into our inviting dining space adorned with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, or unwind at one of our two bars – one indoors and the other nestled in a patio enclosure. We aim to whisk you away to a culinary experience like no other. Patio seating is first come first serve for reservations.
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Nataly
Dined 1 day ago
It was great experience, they charge for bread service and I don’t this is necessary… the food is already expensive
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4.6
4.6 (189)
$30 and under
American
Raleigh
About the restaurant
A full-service restaurant and bar. Offers progressively traditional, French Canadian farmhouse vibes. Scratch-made comfort food is handcrafted in our kitchen using fresh meats, produce, signature sauces and dressings.

Menu Musings: Nosh on some of fan favorites for breakfast like French toast, Maple Sausage Stackers, oatmeal creme brulee, simply strawberry crepes. Lunch can be healthy! Many gluten and dairy free options. Try a Mediterranean Chicken (or make it vegetarian with tofu). Vegan friends love the Thai Curry Crepe. Food Network has featured our Rugby Crepe on The Best Thing I Ever Ate. Try it, is it the best?! Come for dinner and grab a burger or fried chicken sandwich. After dinner nutella dessert crepes - yes!

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Callan
Dined 2 days ago
The food was excellent but the service was quite slow. We ordered both a sweet and savory and we were quite impressed with the taste of each dish. However it took quite a while for us to have our order taken, for the food to come out, and for us to just receive our receipt after paying.
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4.6
4.6 (270)
$50 and over
American
Raleigh
About the restaurant
The RH Rooftop Restaurant is located on the third floor of RH Raleigh, The Gallery at North Hills. Enjoy a menu of enduring classics and signature dishes, along with a curated selection of Champagnes and wines. Dine in a year-round skylit garden escape with heritage olive trees, sparkling chandeliers and a cascading, cast-stone center fountain.
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DavidVIP
Dined 7 days ago
Excellent dining experience all around! I would highly recommend this restaurant!
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4.4
4.4 (604)
$30 and under
Cocktail Bar
Raleigh
About the restaurant
The Willard Rooftop Lounge, Raleigh's Best Rooftop Bar of 2022 & 2023, offers signature craft cocktails and inspired bites with stunning views of downtown Raleigh.

The centerpiece of The Willard is the Large Terrace with panoramic views of the Raleigh skyline and dual-sided fireplace surrounded by comfortable, yet modern, seating. Heaters make our outdoor spaces comfortable year-round. Inside, a 22-seat bar is the focal point of the dining room, while Skyview Boardroom offers a unique dining experience for 6-12 guests.

The Willard’s cocktail menu playfully leans into Raleigh’s nickname as the City of Oaks, offering signature craft cocktails aged in oak barrels and cocktails where smoke is a key ingredient.

The seasonal food menu, crafted by Chef Kyle Teears, includes shareables like papas bravas and charcuterie, as well as salads, Flatbreads, and entrees like Cherokee Trout and Steak Frites.
Located on the 7th floor of the AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown in the Glenwood South district.

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Mara
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful time here, as always. Nick was our server for the second time we’ve been here and we will always ask for him! He was a great server and made our celebration even better!
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4.3
4.3 (537)
$31 to $50
American
Durham
About the restaurant
The Restaurant at The Durham serves an ever-evolving seasonal menu of American classics and regional specialties made with the bounty of produce, meats, cheeses and seafood from our local farms and purveyors. Start with drinks and sunset views on The Roof, followed by dinner in the Restaurant’s glass-walled dining room with striking mid-century design.

Reservations made through OpenTable are for the Restaurant only. For Roof reservations and private event inquiries, please call 919-768-8831.

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william
Dined 4 days ago
I enjoyed the atmosphere the service allowed and the food was amazing.
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4.2
4.2 (135)
$30 and under
American
Raleigh
About the restaurant
The Overlook features a seasonal internationally influenced full-service menu accompanied by premium spirits, wines and local brews, as well as a rotating selection of signature specialty entrées created by our Executive Chef Johnny Petrie. We are located directly across from the Raleigh Convention Center, Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts and the Red Hat Amphitheater.

LOCATED INSIDE THE RESIDENCE INN RALEIGH DOWNTOWN

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Jenny
Dined on Feb 6, 2025
Server Preston was terrific! Food was delicious and promptly served.
A photo of High Rail restaurant
4.2
4.2 (41)
$31 to $50
American
Raleigh
About the restaurant
High Rail is a vibrant new bar and restaurant in Seaboard Station, downtown Raleigh, offering breathtaking views and a lively atmosphere. Our world-class cocktail program features handcrafted drinks using the freshest ingredients, expertly made by our talented bartenders. Our menu features refined New American style cuisine, to perfectly accompany the stunning views. High Rail is perfect for after work drinks, date night on the terrace, or a celebration with friends.

PLEASE NOTE: we only take reservations for a very small number of tables in order to prioritize walk-in seating.
For groups over 4 people, please call us to book directly.

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BlakeVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Our time was pushed back a half hour. The bar was busy due to this so took 15 minutes to get a drink. The times were very slow for a prefixed dinner. Food was excellent. We ended up leaning before dessert as we were there over 2 hours.
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