The last time I was there they actually weren't quite open yet. 10 minutes until opening time and the owner saw us lurking outside so we came over unlock the door, let us in and promptly served us a few tastes of some newly released wines. The evening only got better from there. We were lucky enough that pizzeria DOP was doing a special menu. We nibbled, sipped and got a great education in civics unique approach to winemaking. They always have some new interesting menu happening for bites to accompany the wines. Their wall of wines to purchase are amazing. And plenty of room to sit quietly or gather with friends. I hear they also do private events. read more

Civic Winery - Pizzeria DOP's burrata with fava beans, pistachios and mint and some of the most interesting wine I've ever had. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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A pretty nice wine bar in town! My friend and I each got a flight and a glass of wine to follow. They have very unique sparkling wine method that I would recommend trying! We also had the meat and cheese plate which was a tasty accompaniment. One star off because the vibe wasn't my favorite. It felt very quiet and empty - I don't think there was any music playing. I miss the Sweet Cheeks wine bar in the 5th Street Market, but Civic Wines is a nice alternative to going all the way out to the wineries! read more

Civic Winery - Civic wines flight - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

We live out of town and come once every Summer. On both visits our pet had been welcomed on their outside dog friendly patio. Additionally, it's really nice to order from people who like wine and know about the wines they are selling. Last year the woman was kind and knowledgeable and talked to us about the different wines. We got to try some that had the smoke from the fires in them. I thought they were good. This year we had a nice man with tattoos down his neck all the way to his feet. What a great sommelier he was. It's so nice to talk to someone who knows their wine, enjoys talking about them, and really enjoys their job. Additional praise to the management for allowing him to be himself at work. He's happy, it shows, and it helped us enjoy our time at your establishment. read more

Civic Winery - Sparkling chenin blanc - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Staff was extremely friendly and I loved the feel overall! They had an interesting selection of wines with a focus on natural/organic wines and stock items from smaller growers & companies which I like. It felt in that way very niche and different than any other wine bar you'd visit in town. I've only been twice but can not wait to return to try some of their foods and other wines. I haven't come across any that I'm obsessed with yet which is why I gave it 4 stars. I just need to come back to try more! read more

Civic Winery - Wine Selection - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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What an edgy yet super-friendly place. Cindy was amazing at introducing us to their way of creating wines that had had skin contact! Patrick is the curator of their wine and beer selection and his expertise is obviously displayed in his perfect selection of wines and beers available. The panini was exquisite, the crispness of the bread, the punch of the mustard and texture of the pickles was spot on. We live in Roseburg, recently relocated from the foo-foo northern suburbs of Chicago. For us now this is a destination. The ambiance with the decor and the African jazz music is totally invigorating and, at the same time totally cool. read more

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A great addition to downtown Eugene! We came on a weeknight and there were a few other people there, so it was super relaxing. The interior decor is great and most importantly they have a fun variety of wines. They have orange wines which are hard to find, I definitely recommend trying them if you haven't before! We have yet to try their food but assume that it's great, as the menu items sounded good. Our server was helpful and friendly and even gave us a little informational tour of the winery which was sweet. Overall would recommend and will be back! read more

Such a great place to spend a relaxing few hours tasting a wonderful selection of very fine wine. Really nice. And the knowledge of those serving the fine wines is top shelf all the way. Very impressive. Liz served us tonight. Wonderful. Last time we stopped by Rhys was behind the bar. She is a pouring encyclopedia of fine wine. This is a great addition to Downtown Eugene. read more

Civic Winery - Very inviting and special. - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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Such a lovely venue and delicious wines! I just hosted an elegant baby shower and I'm thrilled I chose Civic Winery! Melanie was such a kind and gracious host. She hosted a mimosa and wine bar for us. The space is just beautiful and they were so gracious in allowing us our creative license to do it our way. They also have a gorgeous space in the back for larger groups. Next event, this is my go to! Thank you Melanie for EVERYTHING! read more

Thoughtful menu and sustainable wines. Ask about the clay pots in which their wines are aged- ancient strategy. Eat and drink with a clean conscious here. I'll certainly be back. read more

I had the best time here! Next door to Lion and Owl, I'd been meaning to try this urban winery, tasting room, and bottle shop. And they had lots of interesting things I hadn't seen elsewhere. Staff was helpful and very knowledgeable, they seem to love what they do. They have five namesake wines that they make themselves, including a sparkler and an "orange" wine (similar to rose). Some well chosen esoteric reds and whites by the glass or in flights that change periodically. My favorite was a full bodied Hungarian white Tokay from a 500 year old property. They also have a half dozen "small plates " including panini, charcuterie and nuts. First timers can use a Yelp discount for 20% off a one bottle purchase. read more

Civic Winery - Main floor tasting room - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

I'm so in love with this hidden gem in downtown Eugene!! All of their wines are natural & they have SUCH a good selection of all different kinds & at different price points. Their small food plates are also amazing! I became a wine club member last month, it's so affordable. Im so excited to get to know more about wine & broaden my knowledge in the natural wine world! All of the staff are so sweet & love to answer any questions about wine you have. I haven't had a bottle from here I didn't like. Do yourself a favor & go if you like wine read more

Wow, we visited from Houston, TX, and Craig immediately took us on a tour behind the scenes. Then we got a taste of a delicious wine that wasn't currently on the menu. The staff was friendly, too. We had some more wine and a great brisket. It was a memorable experience all around. read more

What a wonderful experience. I came across Civic here on yelp while looking for something to do while in town for an evening on business. My original goal of just getting out of my hotel room for a bit was much surpassed when I was able to not only sample all of their Civic wines, but also get a tour of the processes in back. Craig was fantastic, and Mel was incredibly accommodating in capping my bottle of barrel poured wine to be sure it made it safely through the flight home. The barrel poured Pinot Noir is incredible, and only $4/glass or $9/bottle in a growler type service. I also had some burrata while there that I am already craving again. The atmosphere is wonderful, so friendly, and I am already looking forward to my return when back in Eugene. read more

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The BEST wine in Oregon! I am so excited to come back for my next trip and spend more time here. Great service, location and atmosphere. I loved how the wine is Organic and Natural! read more

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I hosted a Volunteer Appreciation dinner in the barrel room here mid April and we had a wonderful time. Melanie (event coordinator) was incredibly helpful setting up and arranging the event. They offered competitive and manageable prices and a space that allowed me to show my volunteers how much we truly appreciate their work. The staff, including the owner Craig, were incredibly friendly and personable, the wine is delicious, and they have a fantastic space to sit and enjoy a glass of wine in downtown. I highly recommend Civic Wines and Winery for events or just enjoying some wine read more

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Happened to be in town for a conference and happened into this place. What a find! Talked with Craig (owner) and Patrick (behind the bar) and got the full tour. Interesting wines in the tasting room and small plates available. The cheeses were highly recommended by others in the room. Looking forward to a return trip to try their first releases! read more

Civic Winery - Clay aging instead of oak barrels - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

12/12/19: Company Holiday Party Review Outstanding location. Great venue space. Excellent event service and staff. Owner was present and did a pre-event and post-event check-in. Event coordinator was professional, organized and provided timely communication and coordination. Highly recommend for any event. read more

Great spot. Was in town fir work and noticed this place close to hotel. Craig, owner, gave us a tour and shared his plans. Patrick gave us great advice on the wines currently being offered. Will definitely come back on my next visit. read more

I had such a good time here. The wine was delicious and so many unique and varied types. The girl when we went on Sunday was so hospitable (I'm embarrassed that I'm not sure of her name, but as I was day drinking, I got all the names mixed up. Maybe Reese?) anyway, she was so nice and knowledgeable about wine and she also recommended things to do in Eugene, as well as showing us some wines we never would have thought go try. The bar is really cute and is next door to Lyon and Owl, which is also great. My favorite wine was the Civic Rose, even though I normally do t like Rose. There were some interesting reds as well. read more

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Saw this place while driving in town and thought I'd pop in and check it out! Beautiful inside and out. The gal that helped me was super knowledgeable and was great to have a chat with while I drank a glass of wine. Brought home a bottle of what I had at the bar. Can't wait to pop it open later! Def would love to come back and try diff wines and maybe grab a snack! read more

Best new wine bar in town. It is a must try. Great location, friendly staff, knowledgable owner....what more can ypu ask for. Maybe world peace. read more

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This new wine bar is casually cool, with friendly wine purveyors, great small plates and easy location. My new favorite place read more

Civic Winery - Such a great place for a midweek wine emergency - Venues & Event Spaces Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

We loved the space --cosy and candlelit, but also a cool, industrial-chic vibe. The wines are delicious --I'm going back because I want to work my way through the menu. Each pour listed looked so intriguing --unusual wines you won't find anywhere else. And reasonably priced, too. I had a sparkling reisling, and it was deliciously dry and mineral-y. Yum. Date had a red blend and really liked that. One thing that stands out about this bar is the stemware. It makes a huge difference to drink special wines in a glass with a thin rim. I'm so glad that Civic has invested in glassware that doesn't detract from the wine tasting experience. The staff is knowledgeable and welcoming. And even though the place is on busy 11th, there is parking in the lot next door. Such a plus! read more

Stopped in on a sunny afternoon for a glass of wine and it turned into a couple flights. This place is great! Really nice environment and really interesting wine that doesn't just follow the traditional mold. We were personally served by the GM and given a tutorial on each wine. Great location and I will definitely be coming back. read more

Fantastic wine and great vibe, classy and cool, but not pretentious. They also have a neat area in the back for events. A+ for me, nicely done Eugene! My ONLY suggestion would be to stay open later! read more

The cutest place with the greatest ambience. My gf and I always try to find new places to hangout and drink, we were first accommodated by Joseph who was really friend. Then, Craig came out and actually gave us a small wine tour and everyone was so friendly! Highly recommended! read more

A corkage fee is a common practice when bringing in your own wine. But these lovely folks charge you a corkage fee even when buying the bottle of wine from them, on site. I would love to spend a lot of money at Civic Winery, but I'm also principled and I believe in spending my money as an expression of my values. There are way too many wonderful wine spots to return to Civic. read more

Civic Winery was a fantastic space for our event. Not only is the space refreshing and modern right in the heart of Eugene, but Craig (owner) and Melanie (event manager) along with all of the support staff are incredible. Craig and Melanie each took the time to get to know us, understand our event, and were very respectful of our limitations. If you are looking for a unique and classy event space and want to work with a professional and considerate team, Civic Winery is the place to go, you won't be disappointed! read more

We were there when they were extremely business. They ran out of bread for one of my friend's sandwich. Another friend waited 20 min. for her cheese tray. They charged a $6. corkage fee in addition to the price for a bottle of THEIR own wine which we got to drink with our "meals". I'm native to a big grape-growing wine region. Never seen this, EVER! Normally corkage fee pertains to a bottle that is brought in to an establishment. Is the fee common here in Oregon??? read more