Lumos Wine Co. — Attraction in Philomath

Unwelcoming and disappointing experience

We drove 6 hours to visit Lumos to celebrate my 30th birthday — our first real outing after having a baby. I was finishing breastfeeding in the car before going in, and a staff member who saw me asked us to move our vehicle. It felt uncomfortable and unnecessary but we moved, even though there was no signage and we wanted shade to park and feed our baby.

When we entered, we were told to look at the menu and order at the counter before sitting. While we were doing that, another staff member asked—rather rudely—what we were doing standing there. I explained, and she replied in a sharp tone that we should “just sit wherever.”

There were only two seated groups at the time and one larger group (5) with a reservation. We sat outside at the first available table to get our baby settled. Minutes later, the same employee came out with the reserved group, rolled her eyes at us, and said, “This table is usually for large groups with reservations,” but then awkwardly told them she’d seat them somewhere else. I asked if we should move, and she said “no,” but it was clear we weren’t welcome.

There was no signage on the table, and we had been told to sit anywhere. It felt dismissive and honestly discriminatory after being seen breastfeeding. We were uncomfortable enough that we just left. They tried to say that they were just opening but we arrived an hour after they opened.

I was excited to visit and had planned ahead to enjoy the experience — but this ruined what should have been a special day. Won’t be returning, this was the worst hospitality I have ever...

It's hard to beat the view at Lumos. A quick drive from Corvallis, the place is set in the rolling hillside of Philomath. The countryside offers you a grand view of the top of Mary's peak, and all the hillside around it. Great vistas with not a house in sight.

The downside for Lumos is their wine. It's better quality than a lot of stuff you'll find at the grocery store, sure, but it doesn't compare to the other vineyards in the area (according to my palette). I've gone back a few times in a few years, and the quality of the wine is fairly consistent. But all in all, it's a great place to stop by and see if you're touring wineries in the area.

It's a lovely place for an event, and the price is reasonable for what it is. Just make sure your guests don't mind using a...

Wine country in Benton County, Oregon is located a mere 40 minutes from the coast or 20 minutes from Corvallis. Upon entering the grounds of Lumos winery, you’re immersed in an orchard. Then, you make your way onto the deck to the back where you’re greeted with sweeping views of the vineyard and hills. The winery offers table service with various flight options and hearty snack plates for sharing like crusty bread with herb dipping oils or cheese and charcuterie plate. I tried the white wine flight and my favorites had aromas and flavors of stone and tropical fruits and floral. My favorite wines (so far) are the Aligote and Rudolfo Pinot Gris. The deck is dog friendly for your...