Departure Restaurant
Rooftop Restaurant in Portland Oregon
Enjoy an Elevated Dining Experience
Fifteen floors above downtown Portland, Departure pairs panoramic views with modern Asian cuisine and the energy of a sophisticated rooftop lounge. The menu travels from street food-inspired starters and ethically sourced sushi to rice and noodle specialties, each prepared with bold flavors and precise technique. As daylight fades, cocktails give way to dinner and the skyline becomes part of the experience. Located atop The Nines, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Departure brings the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to the table through a contemporary Asian point of view.
Sky-High Dining Experience
A New Perspective from the Fifteenth Floor
Departure is Portland dining at its most compelling, pairing some of the city’s best food with its most spectacular rooftop views. Two patios set the scene for sunset cocktails, a bottle of wine and dinner above the skyline. Begin with the signature Departure Wings, a dish not to be missed, then explore shareable sushi, dim sum, grilled kushiyaki, noodles and rice specialties inspired by Asia’s diverse culinary traditions.
GATHER IN STYLE
Elevate your next gathering at Departure Portland
Elevate your next gathering at Departure Portland. Perched atop The Nines, Departure offers a collection of distinctive indoor and outdoor private dining spaces with panoramic views of downtown Portland. Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner for 12 or a cocktail reception for up to 85 guests, each space pairs modern pan-Asian cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and an unforgettable rooftop setting for corporate events, celebrations, and special occasions.
Departure Highlights
Premier Rooftop Dining in Portland
Departure pairs Portland’s best views with handcrafted cocktails, the city’s largest sake collection and a global wine list. Two rooftop patios, modern Asian cuisine and award-winning design complete a destination worth lingering over.
- Portland's Largest Saké Collection: Explore the city's largest selection of artisan saké and shochu, alongside handcrafted cocktails and an extensive global wine list.
- 9,000 sq. ft. Rooftop Venue: Enjoy a spacious rooftop restaurant with two outdoor patios overlooking downtown Portland, the Willamette River, Mt. Hood, and Mount St. Helens.
- Modern Asian Cuisine: Savor shareable dishes inspired by Japanese izakayas, reimagined with fresh Pacific Northwest ingredients and refined presentation.
- Award-Winning Architecture: Experience a striking space designed by Jeff Kovel of Skylab Architecture, blending bold contemporary design with ocean-liner-inspired details.