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Departure Restaurant + Lounge

4.3(2,594)
Restaurant

About

Departure Restaurant + Lounge offers an upscale Asian-fusion menu with creative dishes like Thai-inspired Alaskan Halibut and melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu Ishiyaki. The top-floor location provides sweeping downtown city views and a sleek, modern atmosphere ideal for client dinners or team celebrations.

The venue features a rooftop patio overlooking Pioneer Square, perfect for networking receptions or cocktail hours. Attentive service and a diverse global cocktail list round out the experience, making Departure a distinctive choice for business gatherings in the heart of the city.

Best for

  • Client dinners with city skyline views
  • Upscale team celebrations & milestones
  • Cocktail receptions on rooftop patio

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Rooftop patio with city views
Setting
Rooftop patio with city views
The venue offers a rooftop patio that provides views of downtown and Pioneer Square, creating a sophisticated urban backdrop for events.
Creative Asian-fusion cuisine with standout dishes
Food & Beverage
Creative Asian-fusion cuisine with standout dishes
Menu features inventive Asian-fusion fare including a highly praised whole duck served multiple ways, Wagyu Ishiyaki, and signature items like KFC Bao and Thai tea custard, showcasing thoughtful preparation and bold flavors.

At a glance

Rated 4.3 on Google · 2,594 reviews