Departure Portland interior
15 Floors Above Downtown

Discover new heights
in dining.

A masterful exploration of pan-Asian cuisine in an alluring, comfortable atmosphere high above the Portland city center.

Dinner Nightly
4:00 PM – 10 PM Sun & Mon
Weekend Hours
4:00 PM – 11 PM Tue – Sat
Location
15th Fl, Meier & Frank Building
Reservations
(503) 802-5370
Pan-Asian dish at Departure
Departure dining room
A Sky-High Retreat

Floating atop the landmark Meier & Frank Building.

Departure embraces the bounty of the Pacific Northwest to deliver the fiery flavors of the Far East. From street food-styled starters and meal-sized classics, to rice and noodle specialties and ethically-sourced sushi, each dish leads guests to another stage along Departure's culinary adventure.

Settle into our coolly elegant lounge or claim your perch on the panoramic deck, and toast to the spirit of exploration with an intricately curated menu of global cocktails, sakes, and more.

Our Story
From the Kitchen

Signature dishes from the pan-Asian table.

Raw + Cured
Suzuki Maki
dungeness crab, striped bass, charred spring garlic, thai chili lime
$26
Albacore Tataki
seared Oregon albacore, daikon, green tea ponzu, shiso, mint
$22
Biko Salmon Roll
citrus cured salmon, avocado, cucumber, yuzu kosho, tobiko
$24
Crispy + Crunchy
KFC Bao
korean fried chicken, gochujang glaze, pickled cucumber, cilantro
$16
Departure Wings
thai chili-lime dry leaf rub, pickled cabbage
$22
House Specialties
Coffee Roasted Pork Belly
sweet potato, braised taro leaves, miso caramel
$26
Steamed Mussels
coconut lemongrass broth, grilled Vietnamese baguette
$28
Crab Fried Rice
dungeness, red crab, thai basil, lemongrass, lime
$26
Grilled
Branzino
crying tiger, herb salad, lime
$42
Wagyu Ishiyaki
4oz slices on a hot stone, truffle & soy-cured egg yolk, koshi rice, house pickles
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An Experience for Every Hour

Dinner. Cocktails. The view from fifteen stories up.

Dining at Departure
Nightly · 4 PM

Dinner Service

A full pan-Asian dinner menu drawn from the bounty of the Pacific Northwest, served seven nights a week.

Cocktail and lounge
Happy Hour & Late Night

The Bar Program

Intricately curated global cocktails, sakes, and a full bottle list, paying homage to Asian bar traditions.

Panoramic deck
Seasonal

Panoramic Deck

A sky-high perch above downtown Portland, suited for both leisurely dining and the spirit of exploration.

From Our Guests

A night to remember, in their own words.

4.3 · 2,572 Google reviews
"A truly classy, upscale bar downtown that offers a wonderfully diverse selection of spirits and cuisine. As a bonus they have great views of Pioneer Square from their rooftop patio."
Mary
Google Review · 5 months ago
"We had an exceptional dinner. Started with oysters and mussels, both incredibly fresh and beautifully prepared, followed by a hamachi roll that was delicate, balanced, and full of flavor. The ambiance and service set the tone for an elevated evening."
Honeybee Baldridge
Google Review · 5 months ago
"Everyone was very friendly. We stopped in for a cocktail before dinner. The bartender was easy to talk to and welcoming, and the overall experience was relaxed and enjoyable."
Lauren G
Google Review · 3 months ago
Visit

Reserve your seat in the sky.

On the 15th floor of the historic Meier & Frank Building at the Nines Hotel. Dinner nightly, with happy hour and late night menus.

Address

525 SW Morrison Street
15th Floor, Meier & Frank Building
Portland, OR 97204

Mon – Sun
Dinner from 4:00 PM
Sun & Mon
until 10:00 PM
Tue – Sat
until 11:00 PM
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