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The Fearrington House Restaurant

For over 40 years, The Fearrington House Restaurant has been a hallmark of fine dining in the Triangle. Renowned for our seasonal menus, exceptional service, and signature hot chocolate soufflé, we take great pride in our commitment to local partnerships and the art of crafting fresh, inspired dishes. Our menus change with the seasons, featuring herbs straight from our garden and quality produce from local farms like Duckwood Farms and Heritage Farms. Come discover our  ever-innovative dining experience.

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SEASONAL PRIX FIXE MENU

$120 Three Courses — Classic Pairing $75   |   Elevated Wine Pairing $100
$150 Four Courses — Classic Pairing $145   |   Elevated Wine Pairing $195
AMUSE BOUCHE
FIRST COURSE
Choice of One
  • Bitter Greens Salad with Fig & Pistachio
    Balsamic, Calvander, Crispy Pancetta
  • Tarragon-Cured & Pollen-Crusted Salmon with Asian Pear
    Pear Kombucha, Olive Oil, Celery
  • Red Cabbage Soup with Sauerkraut & Spaetzle
    Caraway, Grain Mustard, Pumpkinickel Chip
  • Smoked Pork Terrine with Malt Vinegar & Sweet Potato
    Bacon Date Puree, Pork Crackling, Garlic Aioli
SECOND COURSE
Choice of One
  • Seared Scallops with Walnut & Orange 
    Broccoli, Supremes, Brown Butter
  • Stuffed Trout with Smoked Trout Roe 
    Potato, Caper Raisin, Roasted Garlic Aioli
  • Cheddar Sformato with Fermented Sweet Corn & Fresno Chili
    Corn Powder, Pepper Ketchup
  • Leek-Wrapped Confit Rabbit with Carrot & Ginger
    Leeks, Pink Peppercorn, Baby Carrot
MAIN COURSE
Choice of One
  • Eggplant Glass with Smoked Eggplant Caviar
    Summer Squash, Aged Balsamic, Tomato Jam
  • Seared Red Snapper with Jicama & Mango
    Cilantro, Tomato Coulis, Garlic Oil
  • Prosciutto-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin with Kohlrabi
    Pickled Blackberry, Farro, Summer Sage
  • Seared Beef Ribeye with Farmers’ Turnip & Lions Mane Mushroom
    Horesradish, Carmelized Honey, Bok Choy
    ($45 Supplement Domestic Wagyu)
DESSERT COURSE
Choice of One
  • NC Cheese Trio with Seasonal Chutney
    Olive Oil, Honey Hazelnuts, Honeycomb, Seed Crackers
  • Yuzu & White Chocolate Terrine with Coconut Macaroons
    Swiss Meringue, Toasted Coconut Powder
  • Valrhona Cœur de Guanaja Soufflé
    Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, Whipped Cream
Please Note Menus & Prices Are Subject To Change
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CHEF’S TASTING MENU

$225 Per Person — Tasting Wine Pairing $150   |   Elevated Wine Pairing $295
AMUSE BOUCHE
FIRST COURSE
  • Tarragon Cured & Pollen Crusted Salmon with Asian Pear
    Pear Kombucha, Olive Oil, Celery
SECOND COURSE
  • Red Cabbage Soup with Sauerkraut & Spaetzle
    Caraway, Grain Mustard, Pumpkinickel Chip
THIRD COURSE

 

  • Stuffed Trout with Smoked Trout Roe 
    Potato, Caper Raisin, Roasted Garlic Aioli
MAIN COURSE

 

  • Domestic Wagyu Ribeye with Farmers’ Turnips & Lions’ Mane Mushroom
    Horseradish, Carmelized Honey, Bok Choy
CHEESE COURSE
  • Chapel Hill Creamery Farmers’ Cheese with Compressed Watermelon
    Basil, Lime, Oat Crumb
PRE-DESSERT
DESSERT COURSE
Both Will Be Served
  • Chamomile & Honey Mousse on Almond Florentine
    White Chocolate, Kiwi, Summer Berries
  • Petite Valrhona Cœur de Guanaja Soufflé
    Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, Whipped Cream
Please Note Menus & Prices Are Subject To Change
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VEGETARIAN TASTING MENU

$205 Per Person — Tasting Wine Pairing $150   |   Elevated Wine Pairing $295
AMUSE BOUCHE
FIRST COURSE
  • Bitter Greens Salad with Fig & Pistachio
    Balsamic, Calvander, Crispy Pancetta
SECOND COURSE
  • Red Cabbage Soup with Sauerkraut & Spaetzle
    Caraway, Grain Mustard, Pumpkinickel Chip
THIRD COURSE

 

  • Drovers’ Road Cheddar Sformato with Sweet Corn & Fresno Candy
    Corn Budino, Red Pepper Ketchup
MAIN COURSE
  • Eggplant Glass with Smoked Eggplant Caviar
    Summer Squash, Aged Balsamic, Tomato Jam
CHEESE COURSE
  • Chapel Hill Creamery Farmers’ Cheese with Compressed Watermelon
    Basil, Lime, Oat Crumb
PRE-DESSERT
DESSERT COURSE
Both Will Be Served
  • Chamomile & Honey Mousse on Almond Florentine
    White Chocolate, Kiwi, Summer Berries
  • Petite Valrhona Cœur de Guanaja Soufflé
    Dark Chocolate, Vanilla, Whipped Cream
Please Note Menus & Prices Are Subject To Change
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Culinary Artists & Chefs at Fearrington

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“I feel incredibly fortunate to have grown as a chef at Fearrington, and to have such a strong and committed team to work with in the years to come. From a bite at the bar to the multi course tasting menu, everything we offer comes from a tradition of excellence, and creative collaboration is at the heart of our cuisine.”

-Executive Chef Paul Gagne,
The Fearrington House Restaurant

Some of Our Local Purveyors

The Fearrington House Restaurant is proud to support small farmers and local growers.

 

 

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Lil Farm

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Haw River Mushrooms

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First Hand Foods

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Harland Creek Farms

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Bluebird Meadows

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Sweet Grass Dairy

FEARRINGTON GIFT CARDS
The Perfect Gift for Any Occasion

Give the gift of luxury, charm, and unforgettable experiences with a Fearrington Village gift card. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or thank-you gifts, our gift cards can be redeemed at The Fearrington House Inn, The Fearrington House Restaurant, The Spa at Fearrington, and all of our boutique Village Shops. Available for in-person purchases, phone orders or online shopping, they let your loved ones choose their own perfect escape.

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The Fearrington Plate – October 2, 2025

THE FEARRINGTON HOUSE Savoring New Seasonal Dishes Autumn is upon us—even if the temperatures haven’t quite caught up! At The Fearrington House, the season is beginning to reveal itself on Chef Paul Gagné’s new fall menu, which will be introduced over the next two weeks….

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