Departure is an upscale rooftop restaurant on the 15th floor of the Nines Hotel in downtown Portland offering Asian-fusion cuisine with a clear focus on creative vegan dishes like mahogany noodles and woodblock Tanzanian chocolate mousse. Diners enjoy city views and outdoor seating in a sleek, sci-fi inspired space, with many reviewers highlighting the attentive, knowledgeable staff and a moderately high price point around $55 for tasting-style menus. While vegan entrées lack variety according to some visitors, the venue remains a favored spot for celebrations and special occasions.
