Hung Far Low Sign, Portland

September 21, 2014

This photo shows the iconic Hung Far Low sign, a cherished piece of Portland’s history. For decades, this sign marked the location of the Hung Far Low restaurant, a cornerstone of the city’s Old Town Chinatown. The restaurant itself, which operated for over 70 years, was a beloved institution known for its classic Cantonese-American cuisine.

After the restaurant closed in 2005, the sign was removed and faced an uncertain future. However, thanks to a community effort, it was beautifully restored and re-installed in 2010 at a new location in Southeast Portland. This photo captures the sign at its current home, where it stands as a vibrant monument to the city’s culinary history and the enduring legacy of its Chinese-American community, located at the intersection of SE 82nd Ave and SE Division St.