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Departure

Asian Restaurant$$$$

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Departure

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Ranked #5 for Asian restaurants in Portland
"Lovely rooftop dining with a full vegan menu!"(15 Tips)
"We're often jealous of our upstairs neighbor's stellar views!"(36 Tips)
"Get the crispy pork belly and the brussel sprouts!"(8 Tips)
"Crispy Pork Belly!"(3 Tips)

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Jessica HiemenzOctober 21, 2012
Vegans this is where it's at. They have a dedicated vegan and (and also a dedicated gluten free menu) so you actually get full selections not just that one choice like at most restaurants.
Alicia BittleJuly 20, 2018
We LOVE Departure! We’ve been for both dinner & happy hour. We particularly really enjoy the wings (lollipops), shu mai & the kimchi fried rice with pork belly. If in Portland, Departure is a must!
Anastasia XJuly 20, 2013
Felt like I was stepping into the "End of Line" club. Fantastic looking bar with a very yummy specialty cocktail list (made with drinking vinegars). Must check out the rooftop view.
J PMay 11, 2015
A Spicy Korean rice noodle (AKA "Topokki") is great! Not so spicy but you should try it! :)
kate shitspatrickMay 17, 2013
One of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at....two words...BLANCHED WATERMELON! Lisa is the best hostess in town and oh Kerry's not a bad bloke either. Beautiful sunsets here.
JCFebruary 26, 2016
Just get some water to drink & hold in your hand while you pretend you're bougiecool like the other idiots —Sincerely, college student on a budget
CITY GRITAugust 1, 2014
Chef Gregory Gourdet is the man! Our favorite bites = the Departure Wings, Baby Back Ribs, Crispy Squid, Octopus, and the Crispy Pork Belly!
Jessica HiemenzOctober 21, 2012
Order the fantastic vegan sushi, the curry is so good, tempeh, mushrooms, and make sure to save room for the AMAZING vegan desserts. Service is also excellent.
MikeSeptember 8, 2014
It's the best rooftop of Portland ! Enjoy the view of the city with a good cocktail. It's in 15th floor of the Nines.
Irfan KerawallaJuly 31, 2015
Ambience is good. The grilled shrimps and chicken skewers were awesome. All the food we ordered was delicious and flavorful
Ros HodgekissApril 17, 2013
There's something very Starship Enterprise about this place, albeit with sweeping views of downtown Portland and surrounds and solid cocktails. Great pick for a fancy night out.
Craig ComstockJune 16, 2015
Go with lots of friends so you can try as much as possible. Affordable tapas style dishes
Jessie LeeSeptember 5, 2014
Very trendy. Asian fusion joint with an amazing rooftop bar! Good hangout place of you want to put something nice on for a night.
JessC ⚓February 14, 2016
Been here 5+ times
Impress your date with drinks at this rooftop locale. There are heaters on the patio so it is open year-round.
Drew TysonAugust 31, 2014
Been here 25+ times
Top Chef contestant Gregory Gourdet slings sophisticated, flavorful Asian food in the city's finest rooftop restaurant.
PDXHappyHour GuidebookMarch 6, 2012
A Perfect Ten Happy Hour! LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! Heads up -- kind of fancy. Asian food slant. Best-ever outdoor rooftop deck!! Find more Happy Hour BESTS in the Happy Hour Guidebook! http://bit.ly/jxrLJ
Gaurav KhannaMay 24, 2015
In addition to nice views of thr city, especially at night, the food is great, appropriately portioned and not very heavy, allowing you to try a bunch of things.
Ros HodgekissNovember 10, 2014
Amazing views of the city, especially at sunset. Happy hours are 4-6pm and 10pm - close, Tuesday to Thursday, then 11pm - close Friday and Saturday nights.
Louise NaudJanuary 9, 2016
Tuna sashimi are delicious, and the bibimbap is awesome. The apple dessert is absolutely delicious as well.
Barry GreenbergDecember 27, 2019
The Peking Duck was AMAZING!
JackieJanuary 20, 2016
Been here 5+ times
All the food is wonderful and the drinks are delicious. Great atmosphere and you can't beat the view!
LaurenSeptember 18, 2014
Lovely rooftop dining with a full vegan menu! I loved the gingered mushrooms and the kale salad.
Rob. ArrAugust 7, 2012
Ask to see the Vegan menu & hope you get Kylie as your server (she is amazing and great with kids). Ask her about the time she saw D. Beckham @the bar.
GNTLMNFebruary 19, 2014
On the rooftop of The Nines Hotel. One of the best views of the city, but super douchy crowd. Good Asian inspired food though.
Wen BJune 9, 2013
Ask for vegan and gluten free menus, so many choices pick and choose off either menu. Yummy
Jade ApplegateMarch 1, 2015
Go for Happy Hour: Daily, 4 pm - 6 pm Late Night Happy Hour: Sunday to Thursday, 10 pm to midnight; Friday and Saturday, 11 pm to 1am
Brook ShelleyOctober 31, 2014
Delicious food and great vegan & gluten free options. Impressed with the portions as well
Alex BrehmOctober 6, 2014
Come for a sunset on a clear Portland night. Stay for a drink and some sushi.
CRUZiiiEJuly 26, 2017
Yes, rooftop is nice. But, the ambiance stinks! There's no music & it's "line service" @ bar. Blah!
SELF MagazineAugust 12, 2013
With a maritime theme and a view of the ever-majestic Mount Hood, the lounge atop the Nines Hotel is the coolest spot in Portland.
CRUZiiiEFebruary 17, 2016
Great sushi and cocktail options in one of the trendiest scenes in Portland.
Ingrid BorlandFebruary 25, 2017
Love the wasabi skirt steak!! The chicken wings had a very unique presentation.
Rachel MercerOctober 7, 2011
Opens at 4pm on the dot. Great for picking at a series of small plates and enjoying a bottle of champagne. Can be a great date venue, if you're willing to splurge.
ThrillistJune 14, 2013
Outdoor drinking at its finest: Watch the sun go down over an amazing view of Portland--knock back a cocktail.
Drake BridgewaterJuly 8, 2015
Happy Hour is delicious with a great view
Laura BeckMay 28, 2013
Get the brussels sprouts, tempeh bun, and noochi sushi!
ELS Language CentersMay 7, 2012
Located on top of the Nines Hotel in Pioneer Square, this is a great place for happy hour and a wonderful view of the city.
Pavan KulkarniJuly 2, 2017
Fancy roof top bar with really good scenic view of Portland downtown .
Adam HickeyJune 13, 2015
Be sure to hang out on the rooftop. Good place to grab a drink before dinner.
Brandon LeeDecember 7, 2017
Call ahead to see if roof is open, typically closes whenever it's Winter or raining or other reasons
NammerJuly 10, 2014
Great Rooftop, be sure to try the shumai.
AmberJuly 16, 2015
cocktail = rising son. also, kimchee pork belly fried rice during happy hour
Jessica HiemenzOctober 21, 2012
Get there before 6pm for the drink specials ( wine, saki, beer, and cocktail of the day) for less $!
meganJuly 30, 2017
Come for the balcony views and cheap happy hour, leave for the food.
Chefs FeedAugust 22, 2014
Jason French, chef of Ned Ludd, eats here on his nights off. He loves the Spicy carrot & avocado salad. Read more
Kaitlyn HurtMarch 31, 2013
Try sitting on the patio during the summer! Great views!
Colleen ShowalterAugust 2, 2015
Everything is good. The menu is a perfect taste every time.
Ryan PriceMay 13, 2018
Good drinks, even better views from the rooftop balcony
Stacey BrownMarch 11, 2015
Great view! Confusing and fun mirrors that *someone* ran into on the way to the bathroom!
Al B.January 1, 2016
Excellent happy hour and nice view above

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