Departure Restaurant + Lounge
Gluten-free items are marked on the menu.
Per-allergen evidence
Gluten-free items are marked on the menu. Multiple reviews confirm a shared fryer, with no dedicated fryer. Staff knowledge is mixed: some reviewers report excellent awareness, while one celiac reviewer reported a severe reaction after being assured fried items were safe. The venue is not a dedicated gluten-free facility and is not listed on the Coeliac Australia accreditation page.
[1] Aggregator Departure Restaurant + Lounge - Gluten-Free Asian Fusion Restaurant in Portland, FindMeGlutenFree
A FindMeGlutenFree listing with 24 reviews confirms a marked gluten-free menu, a shared fryer, mixed staff knowledge, and one severe negative reaction.fetched May 15, 2026[2] Aggregator Best Gluten-Free Restaurants in Northwest, Portland - 2026, FindMeGlutenFree
FindMeGlutenFree's neighborhood list notes the shared fryer and states that fried food is not safe for celiacs.fetched May 15, 2026[3] Verified blog Departure Restaurant + Lounge - Gluten-Free Restaurant in Portland, atly.com
The Atly blog notes the venue accommodates gluten-free diners with trained staff, acknowledges some risk of cross-contamination, and reports that a gluten-free menu is available.fetched May 15, 2026A separate vegan menu is available, and its options are clearly labeled. HappyCow reviews indicate the head chef is vegan and that staff are knowledgeable. The kitchen is shared with meat dishes, so a cross-contamination risk exists.
The menu marks its vegetarian options, which are available. No details about dedicated equipment or prep areas are provided.
Always confirm with venue staff before ordering. Tiers and accreditations are guides, not guarantees.
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