Portland Restaurant OK Omens Has Announced Closure
After a quarter-century of service, the seafood-focused establishment will close its doors this October.
Updated on Sept. 26, 2026 in Dining Out
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Owner Monique Siu has announced that the Portland restaurant OK Omens will permanently close its doors. The long-standing eatery, located on Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, will cease all operations on October 17, 2026.
Why it matters
The closure marks the end of a 25-year run for the dining establishment. Owner Monique Siu confirmed that the decision to shutter the restaurant is due to her upcoming retirement.
The restaurant, which occupies the space formerly known as Café Castagna, has operated for a total of 25 years. It has featured a seafood-focused menu since its inception.
The players
Monique Siu
She is the founder and owner of the restaurant OK Omens.
Joseph Papas
He served as the head chef at the restaurant beginning in late 2024.
The details
Owner Monique Siu shared the news of the closure via social media on September 26, 2026. The restaurant plans to continue serving menu items and wine from its cellar until the final day of operations.
Timeline
Late 2024: Joseph Papas became the head chef at OK Omens.
September 26, 2026: Monique Siu announced the restaurant closure.
October 17, 2026: The restaurant will hold its final day of service.
Culture Shift
This closure reflects a broader trend of veteran Portland restaurateurs choosing to retire after decades of operating legacy businesses. Such departures shift the citys dining landscape as newer concepts move into spaces once occupied by long-term staples.
Patrons wishing to visit the establishment one last time have until October 17, 2026, to dine at the Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard location. The restaurant remains open for service, including wine sales from its cellar, until that date.
The takeaway
Customers planning to visit before the closure should prepare for a potential increase in demand during the restaurant's final weeks. Celebrating a long-running neighborhood staple often draws significant crowds, so consider making arrangements for your visit early.
Further reading
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