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Departure Restaurant + Lounge Portland Reviews
I usually don't write reviews, but this team absolutely
I usually don't write reviews, but this team absolutely deserves it. I have a million allergies (truly), and I don't order food when I go out with friends to eat. My husband had asked a question about an item on the menu to see if it woul
We requested to dine on the terrace and were so happy they
We requested to dine on the terrace and were so happy they had room for us. Fantastic views of the city with comfortable seating. Service by Nina was very good. She was helpful and made our evening go well. In general, all the food we had was excel
Awesome view
Always a view that does not disappoint. Great cocktails 🍹 and an Asian fusion food. Salads are the best, in my opinion. A great spot in Portland.
Great food nice environment.
Nice ambience service is great. Food was delicious.! I l would definitely go back. Omnec-Onec.com Venusian Ambassador to Earth
The ambiance was the best part, it's beautiful! Service was
The ambiance was the best part, it's beautiful! Service was really great! But food was really overpriced and just meh. But overall a nice spot for a celebration or nice dinner!
Horrible food.
Garlic rice and salmon were too salty. Crab noodles were completely bland. The only dish we could eat was avocado rolls.
This place is my MUST GO anytime I'm in portland - their
This place is my MUST GO anytime I'm in portland - their staff takes the time to give you premium service, they are so kind and I truly feel like each time I dine here it is a special occasion. I love the option for indoor or outdoor seating, be
I would not recommend this restaurant, especially given the
I would not recommend this restaurant, especially given the price point. Everything except the sorbet was inedible; the Nigiri was fishy. The sunomomo had fried onions all over it and was doused in salad dressing (!?). They brought out sorbet with
Drinks were good , the views were good , food was passable
Drinks were good , the views were good , food was passable , service was not all there , server forgot to ring in food and didn't brought out for another 20/30minutes , could work better on being more attentive to tables and checking it , felt l
If you are ever in Portland, Departure needs to be on your
If you are ever in Portland, Departure needs to be on your list of places to eat. 10/10 recommend. The service was impeccable! The atmosphere was classy and chill. And the food was phenomenal. Our server made the best recommendations and had some muc
Our waitress was such a pro and took great care of us.
Food was delicious, and views were top notch. We sat right at the edge during sunset and got to take in all the views of Portland.
Would highly recommend Departure
Dining at Departure was a real treat! The atmosphere was beautiful! It was a clear day in Portland and the sun lite the space in a beautiful way! The food was delicious and pleasingly different. The drinks were FABULOUS! thanks to the wonderfully
Very good dining experience
We had a dinner as a group of 8. The food was Magnificent. Our entourage sampled a variety of dishes including sashimis, wagyu, halibut and sushi rolls. Everything was top notch. Spice ones maybe a rad on the spicy side, but great none the less.
Excellent evening with the team
Excellent meal in a super cool rooftop restaurant. The food here was amazing, the drinks are unique and very tasty. We had 2 of us here for a team dinner and the service was top notch friendly, helpful, funny and attentive all night.
Rude lack of compassion for ADA request
Really rude staff. We wanted to sit on the terrace but needed one of the more comfortable seats in the restaurant. (With arthritis from neck to hips, I can not sit on anything hard). Well, they outright refused this ADA request. That's what
Such A Shame
My husband and I chose Departure once again to celebrate our 44th wedding anniversary just before Christmas on a Saturday night.Our last years celebration there was wonderful. The food and service were excellent so we thought we would repeat this yea
Over rated & horrible service
While our group was thrilled to spend our girl's night here, we were treated horribly, and honestly, we have never had such a bad experience. We were rudely told by a manager we were being too loud, the waitress seemed very annoyed while serving
The Cambodian food is excellent
A super sofisticated place in Portland Downtown work an amazing view to the city. Steep prices but good Asian cuisine. Besides the view, the attending is SUPERB. Unfortunately I couldn't grab the waitress name, but she was super lovely and atten
Hidden Extra Fees for Greedy Corporate Restaurant Owners
This restaurant charges a flat 4% surcharge on your entire bill…for the fun of it. The disclaimer is very small on one of the three menus you get and specifies it’s just extra for the company, not the back of house, not the staff, just extra for
Tasty Asian Fusion
Really nice rooftop Asian fusion restaurant and bar. We’ve been for dinner and drinks and just went back for a night cap at the bar. All the food is layered with many flavors and the drinks are creative and well-balanced. Have done the departure
I loved the rooftop vibes and the view out the window The
I loved the rooftop vibes and the view out the window The food was solid -- good strong flavors that felt Asian inspired but had unique twists. I especially loved the gochujang sauce in the snickerdoodle cookie dessert. The restaurant is located
I cannot recommend this place enough.
The atmosphere is fantastic, the food tastes amazing, and the portions are very well thought out. The staff was excellent, especially Jessica, who chose our food based on a few preferences and restrictions we shared with her. Her extensive knowledge
Dine at The departure at your own risk.
You will get nothing but a rude staff, a bad atmosphere, Cafeteria style seating over priced drinks and food but at least you will be happy when you are "Departing"!!! A true zero
lovely views, kind staff, really mediocre food for the
lovely views, kind staff, really mediocre food for the price :(... i was unfortunately really disappointed by the food... did not taste fresh, meat was over cooked and dry.
The casual lounge rooftop separate from the restaurant was
The casual lounge rooftop separate from the restaurant was good. They gave us a lot of sushi, which was a surprise. The beer was good too, nice views and casual.
The service was super slow when we were there and the food
The service was super slow when we were there and the food was just alright. I did the three course meal, which was an excellent price point but the food wasn't at the level the front desk was chalking it up to be. There's likely other spots in the a
Very cool atmosphere.
The food was eclectic and made very well. Can't say enough about the great staff! The patio was closed for rainy April, but I mentioned I was hoping it had been open to get a photo outside for my 50th birthday. The server told the manager who offere
I went here with a large group for a coworker's going away
I went here with a large group for a coworker's going away party. They asked if anyone had allergies. One person was allergic to soy. Many of their items had soy but the server specifically named some items that did not have soy. We ordered the roast
We made a visit here 3 months ago and I have not stopped
We made a visit here 3 months ago and I have not stopped thinking about it. The atmosphere is amazing, especially when the light hits the skylights just right. The grilled octopus was a highlight--tender with crisp edges, and perfectly paired with a
Beautiful views of downtown, the service and ambiance were
Beautiful views of downtown, the service and ambiance were great too. We ordered steak, fried rice with pork and egg, chicken wings and crispy crab roll. The fried rice and chicken wings were packed with flavor and something we would order again. Th
I'll start with Departure's good qualities.
I really enjoyed the drink selection and the view of the city from the rooftop bar. Definitely a great spot to take photos and enjoy a beautiful view with a drink in hand. However, I was pretty disappointed with the restaurant. Although the service w
Great food and great service.
We celebrated a birthday here and the staff definitely helped make it special. Friendly, attentive, and helpful. Food was really good and fresh. Innovative and creative ways of serving scrumptious foods.
Very very swanky place! Made a reservation here for an
Very very swanky place! Made a reservation here for an anniversary celebration and we were definitely in awe as we walked in. The restaurant is drop dead gorgeous. Views from there are amazing! Our table was ok - I myself am not a fan of tables rig
After a long day driving to the coast this was super
After a long day driving to the coast this was super convenient to not have to make another stop. Loved my drink and steak entree. I sat at the bar and had great service. It's definitely worth checking out. The design is beautiful and interesting. Th
Departure is an affordable fine dining in downtown.
You can order a La carte or the "experience for $55" My table ordered a bunch of shareable plates while I am vegetarian I ordered the Tempeh Buns and Dan Dan Noodles. Unfortunately I was not impressed with the food I got. The noodles taste
First visit after remodel and looks fantastic!!! Super
First visit after remodel and looks fantastic!!! Super attentive staff and what an amazing tasting at a really reasonable price point!! Definitely visit the bar with outside rooftop access and delicious cocktails!! Highly recommended for first ti
I had a lovely experience dining with both Krista and Eli
I had a lovely experience dining with both Krista and Eli tonight. As a Diamond member this was an incredible evening at Departure. Looking forward to my next visit. Food was tasty but the service was phenomenal. They both are great assets to your co
Our son's birthday was upon us.
He had dined at Departure once previously, so suggested our family celebrate his 24th birthday there. I was curious, given the widely disparate reviews on Yelp. Well, we just returned home and were not disappointed in the least. Our party of six was
I decided this was the year I'd challenge myself and try
I decided this was the year I'd challenge myself and try more new (to me) restaurants and I'm so happy I started with Departure. They're located just a few steps from Pioneer Square in the Nines hotel. I've walked by so many times and never knew th
The open-seating bar/lounge is great.
Nice views, comfortable seating, gas fires and heaters, and decent prices on drinks. Clean and classy place. Can't believe this is like one of the only places you can go have a drink up high in a major city. Only downside is the line gets long/slo
Delicious and 15 floors up
This restaurant is a true gem. It offers a chic atmosphere with breathtaking views. Our waitress was not only fun but also provided fantastic suggestions. The small-plate Asian cuisine here is a culinary delight. The halibut and steak were exception
Terrific Anniversary Celebration!
Chose this spot to celebrate our anniversary based upon tasting menu and it did not disappoint. Located on the upper floor of the NINEs Hotel. We were greeted with a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and promptly escorted to a harbor-view table.
Delicious and 15 floors up
This restaurant is a true gem. It offers a chic atmosphere with breathtaking views. Our waitress was not only fun but also provided fantastic suggestions. The small-plate Asian cuisine here is a culinary delight. The halibut and steak were exception
Yummy food, and great service!
We went to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary. We did the three course meal, and left stuffed. Our waiter was awesome but seemed to have a large number of tables to take care of. I loved my stone fruit and tomato salad! Followed by the lobster te
Incredible Atmosphere and Great Food
The main reason for the several stars is the ambiance and staff. The staff is very friendly and the ambiance on the top floor of the Nines hotel is amazing. There is a patio as well as indoor dining. The Crispy Crab Roll was incredible but the Kimchi
Nice Views & Decent Cocktails
After eating downstairs, at the Urban Farmer, I came up here to the rooftop bar in this Marriott and it’s very interesting! Very modern with great views of the city below. There’s a large bar with dining room all around it and the place was PAC
Everything was sooooo wonderful.
From the views to the dining space to the foood itself, this place was worth the price point. My buddy and I are trying to support all these mom and pop restaurants in Portland and Departure was one of the best. We tried a smattering of things: beet
Good view and nice ambiance, food wasn't worth the price
Good view and nice ambiance, food wasn't worth the price and service was slow. Went here for a date night and planned way ahead but still got stuck in a back corner.
Good food and good vibe.
Modern, trendy restaurant with a full bar. This is part of the hotel in downtown Portland. We had the seasonal menu with the peking duck, with the chef's own twist.
Beautiful multi course dining experience.
Not all dishes were a hit, but did enjoy most. Bao slider was the perfect pillowy texture and slight chew you want in a bun. Filling was a super yummy tamarind meatball. Family enjoyed the Wagu beef cooked on a hot stone. Drinks were pricey.
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