United Polaris Lounge
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- Complimentary hot buffet
- Complimentary full service restaurant
- Complimentary soft drinks
- Complimentary full bar
- Accessible
- Air conditioning
- Barista coffee
- Clothes pressing
- Flight information monitors
- Newspapers and magazines
- Private rooms
- TV
Opened in January 2019, the United Polaris Lounge LAX is United’s exclusive club for intercontinental business class passengers. The lounge welcomes passengers traveling in business class on flights operated by United and Star Alliance partner airlines longer than six hours.
Star Alliance Gold customers traveling in economy and United Club members can use the United Club located near gate 71-A.
The Polaris Lounge is situated above the rotunda near gate 73, in the vicinity of the security checkpoint and gate 70s, and a short walk from gates 80s.
United Polaris Lounge LAX design
Bathed in South California sunlight, the United Polaris Lounge is inviting and elegant, yet surprisingly compact. With only five intercontinental daily flights from LAX, United allocated just enough space for premium customers, offering a highly intimate experience.
The Polaris Lounge LAX is effectively a miniature version of its siblings at Chicago, San Francisco, New York-Newark, and Houston airports.
The decor is a soothing blend of blue and grey tones with bespoke pendant light fixtures highlighted by stardust motifs, in a nod to United’s brand. Floor-to-ceiling windows reveal views of the tarmac, runway, and the distinctive LAX Theme Building. In the evenings, the western orientation promises spectacular sunsets.
The seating configuration appeals to a broad variety of needs, with a choice of individual productivity pods, convivial conversation areas, and an intimate dining room.
The lounge features twelve highly private cocoons outfitted with personal lighting, power and USB ports, a coat hook, and a laptop table. For additional privacy or phone calls, guests can retreat to one of the two phone rooms equipped with a desk and power outlets. Travelers feeling social will find an inviting open area with a convivial star-shaped couch, and comfortable chairs around coffee tables.
Power and USB outlets at available at every seat, including under the bar.
Walking away from the windows and passing beyond the customer service desks, guests reach the aptly-named oculus which surrounds the rotunda. In rather tight quarters are a buffet and dining area, with windows overlookint the concourse. The decor incorporates smart space-saving features, such as the wine wall which stores 192 bottles for day-to-day use.
The Polaris Lounge LAX also incorporates a hallmark of Polaris design features: “starry night” ceilings with twinkling LED lights leading to the bathrooms and relaxation areas.
United Polaris Lounge LAX amenities
The United Polaris Lounge Los Angeles boasts a world-class array of amenities for work and relaxation, with a focus on the dining experience.
The buffet features a selection of light bites and small items with a variety of both health and comfort foods, and global and locally-inspired cuisine.
For a more substantial offering, patrons are invited to take a seat in the dedicated restaurant area, where they may order a full three-course meal. All offerings are complimentary, and cooked on site in a dedicated kitchen. The only catch: with only 8 tables and 16 seats, it may be wise to line up early.
The Polaris Lounge bar features a wide a selection of local wines and draft beers, as well as an impressive array of creative cocktails. Polaris favorites such as the Paper Plane, a bourbon concoction with Amaro Nonino Quintessentia, Aperol, chamomile honey and lemon—served with its own folded airplane—are on the menu, as well as LA exclusives such as Let’s Rumble, a mix of rum, lemon, pear puree and house-made simple syrup designed in a nod to LA’s health craze and passion for rum cocktails.
Other options include infused waters, juices, soda, as well as hand-crafted espresso drinks.
A substantial portion of the Polaris Lounge Los Angeles real estate is dedicated to sleep and relaxation.
Reminiscent of luxury hotels, six elegant, stone-clad shower suites are equipped with a rain shower, a toilet, and a sink, and stocked with a myriad of amenities including Saks Fifth Avenue-branded towels, Cowshed Spa bath products, and slippers. There are even power and USB outlets for those last-minute charging needs.
Curling irons, hair dryers, dental kits, hair straighteners, deodorant, sewing kits, shower caps, and vanity kits are available upon request. Patrons can also have their clothes steamed while showering.
In the vicinity of the shower rooms are two semi-private noise-buffered rooms with a daybed. While the lack of individual doors aims at discouraging extended stays, the quiet suites still provide excellent privacy. United offers a variety of sleep-inducing amenities, including a Saks Fifth Avenue-branded blanked, a white noise machine, earplugs, eye masks, and slippers. Pajamas are available upon request.
In lieu of traditional public bathrooms, the Polaris Lounge sports generously-sized individual all-gender stalls equipped with a toilet, a sink, an ottoman, and plenty of room to change or freshen up. The Polaris Lounge LAX also incorporates a wellness room for new parents furnished with a comfortable chair, a sink, and a baby changing station. There are even complimentary diapers.
United Polaris Lounge LAX bottom line
The United Polaris Lounge LAX is delightfully elegant, grand yet understated, private yet open. The amenities are second to none—United essentially offers First Class services to all business class passengers.
While the compact dimensions of the lounge foster a feeling of intimacy and exclusivity, the lounge may fill up should a flight get delayed. It’s advisable to inquire early for a shower, slumber room, or dinner at the restaurant.
As a more vibrant, but decidedly less private alternative to the Polaris Lounge, patrons can head over to International Terminal B and explore the sprawling Star Alliance Lounge, which boasts extraordinary design features such as an outdoor terrace complete with a bar and fire pits. Allocate at least 20 minutes to reach the lounge, and note that full-service dining is only offered in the First Class section. United, on the other hand, offers this service to all business class passengers.
For more details, read our day one review: FIRST LOOK: Intimate and seductive, the United Polaris Lounge LAX
- The intimate and luxurious space.
- The runway and airport views.
- The shower suites.
- The privacy.
- The lack of daylight in the dining area.
- The small footprint.
A la carte dining: Breakfast
Light bites
- Tropical mango pudding with fruit and coconut granola
- Fresh hot cinnamon roll with pecan streusel and berries
- Steel-cut brulee oats with a caramelized layer and fresh berries
- Deconstructed lox and bagel with cream cheese. smoked salmon, capers, red onions and cucumbers
Entrees
- Traditional Chinese congee with tea egg. dried shrimp, green onions, cilantro, wonton, soy sauce and sambal
- Three-egg omelet with choice of tomatoes, asparagus, spinach, onions, peppers, ham, bacon, cheddar and Swiss
- Silver dollar pancakes Plain or blueberry – served with Vermont maple syrup
A la carte dining: Lunch and dinner menu
Small plates
- Crispy shrimp cake with sweet’n sour sauce
- Wedge Cobb salad with bacon, blue cheese and herbed dressing
- Chef’s daily soup seasonally inspired, classically prepared
Entrees
- Chicken katsu bento box vegetable egg roll, jasmine rice and a sunomono salad
- Hand-cut pappardelle pasta with mushroom ragout and shaved Parmesan cheese
- Cioppino with traditional seafood
- United Polaris Burger with cheddar. lettuce. tomato, pickled vegetables, garlic aioli, bacon. fried egg and house-made chips
Dessert
- Tiramisu espresso cup made with illy coffee
- Cheese plate with grapes and crackers
- Profiteroles with vanilla ice cream and Ghirardelli Chocolate sauce
Cocktails
- United Polaris Star, Star anise-infused vodka, Dolin Blanc and Dolin Dry garnished with a single star anise
- The Paper Plane, Oolong-steeped bourbon, jasmine honey Amaro Nonino Quintessentia, Aperol, chamomile honey arid lemon garnished with a paper plane
- Cloud Cover, Aviation Gin, grapefruit liqueur and fresh lime juice with lemon twist
- United Polaris Old Fashioned, Rieger’ss Kansas City Whiskey, house simple syrup. San Francisco Bitters, Company Reception Bitters with a fresh orange wheel and Luxardo cherry
- High Altitude Bloody Mary, Star anise-infused and house made bloody mary mix with fresh pepper, sea salt, olive and celery garnish
- Ginger Scotsman, This playful version of the classic Penicillin combines Balvenie DoubleWood, ginger beer, chamomile honey, lemon and a mist of Ardbeg 10 Year
- Lavender Lift, Riondo Blu Prosecco, Belvedere Vodka, lavender and lemon essence with a lavender garnish
- Smokey Negroni, Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal, Carnpari house made vermouth and orange bitters with a dehydrated orange garnish
- Mai Tai, Cana White Rum. Crusoe Spiced Rum, fresh orange and pineapple juice, and Amaro Nonino with a dehydrated orange wheel and a cherry
- Pisco Punch, Pisco Porton, pnieapple juice and lime garnished with a pineapple spear.
Wines
- Swanson Vineyards, Pinot Grigio, Sonoma Mountain, California 2014, Well balanced with notes of white peach, guava. Asian pear, honey and Meyer lemon zest
- The Crossings, Sauvignon Blanc, Awatere Valley, New Zealand 2015, Grassy, herbal notes accent pink grapefruit on the nose and a silky feel to the wine that lingers on the finish
- Hahn SLH, Chardonnay, St. Lucia Highlands, California 2014, Rich and layered with silky notes of peach, nectarine, ripe pear and vanilla
- Schloss Johannisberg, Riesling, Rheingau, Germany, crisp, firm and fresh on the palate with notes of white flowers, lemon and pear
- Rosé in the Air, Rosé, Cotes de Provence, France, Light pink color with peach and lychee highlights, a floral nose with notes of exotic and citrus fruits
- Riondo Blu, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, Fresh and velvety with scents of Golden Delicious near and acacia blossom
- Piper-Heidsieck “1785” Cuvée Brut, Champagne, France, A classic full-bodied champagne bursting with juicy pear and bright citrus with toasty notes
- Migration by Duckhorn, Pinot Noir, Russian River, California 2014, Complex aromas of rich earth and rose petals with abundant cherry pie, strawberry and a touch of sweet oak
- The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa Valley, California, Bold aromas of black cherry and plum with hints of oak and vanilla. softened with cocoa for a dense finish
- Bodega Norton, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina 2013, Intense and complex with notes of ripe fruit and a fine touch of smoke and coffee
- Noble Vines 181, Merlot, Lodi, California 2013, Classic style with soft tannins followed by the flavors of ripe plum, black cherry and toasty oak
- Tenet the Pundit, Syrah, Columbia Valley, Washington, Ripe cherry and plum aromas are complemented by earthy undercurrents of smoky cocoa and cola, and highlighted by traces of citrus blossom and lemon
- Rodney Strong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, California 2013, Elegantly structured and loaded with juicy black cherry, cedar. créme de cassis and ripe, mature tannins
- Rabble Mossfire Ranch, Tempranillo, Paso Robles, California, 2016, Subtle Tobaccco and black fruit with wild red berries. rich cherry, licorice and black pepper, and a complex finish
Spirits
- ABSOLUT ELYX
- Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka
- Hangar 1
- TY KU Soju
- Aviation American Gin
- Bombay Sapphire
- Sipsmith London Dry
- Banks 5 Island
- Cana Brava 3yr
- Crusoe Organic Spiced Rum
- Casa Noble Anejo
- Del Maguet VIDA Single Village Mezcal
- El Silencio Joven Mezcal
- Olmeca Altos Reposado
- Patron Silver
- Angel’s Envy Rye
- Ragtime Rye
- Rieger’s Kansas City Whiskey
- Templeton Rye
- WhistlePig Straight Rye
- Booker’s
- Bulleit 10
- Four Roses Yellow Label
- Maker’s 46m W.L. Weller 12 Year
- Auchentoshan 12 Year
- Balvenie DoubleWood
- Johnnie Walker Black Label
- Bushmills 16 Year
- Jameson
- Crown Royal XR
- Hibiki 12
Amari, Liqueurs & Cognac
- Aperol
- Bailey’s Original Irish Cream
- Campari
- Chartreuse
- Courvoisier VS Cognac
- Fernet-Branca
- Grand Marnier
- Pimm’s No. 1
Beer
- Guinness
- Heineken
- Hoegaarden
- Revolution Brewing Anti-Hero IPA
- Allagash White
- Anchor Steam
- Lagunitas IPA
- Miller Lite
- Modelo Negra
- Sapporo
Non-alcoholic
- Coca-Cola
- Coke Zero
- Daily selection of Rishi hot and iced tea
- Daily selection of smoothies
- Diet Coke
- Fresh juices
- illy coffee
- Seagram’s Club Soda
- Sprite
- Sprite Zero
You may have access to United Polaris Lounge as a premium customer of one of the following airlines, or as an elite member of their frequent flyer program. Check the Access rules tab for more details.
Star Alliance
Access for eligible customers traveling on the following Star Alliance member airlines only.
ANA (NH) | Air China (CA) | Air India (AI) | |||
Air New Zealand (NZ) | Asiana (OZ) | Austrian (OS) | |||
EVA Air (BR) | Ethiopian Airlines (ET) | Lufthansa (LH) | |||
SAS (SK) | SWISS (LX) | Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) | |||
Singapore Airlines (SQ) | South African Airways (SA) | TAP Air Portugal (TP) | |||
Thai Airways (TG) | Turkish Airlines (TK) | United (UA) | |||
A la carte dining: Breakfast
Light bites
- Healthy hash Roasted fingerling potatoes, sautéed baby kale, bacon, romesco sauce
- Power green smoothie bowl Kale, pineapple and apple smoothie with coconut-banana granola
- Salmon rillettes bruschetta Poached and smoked salmon, capers, red onion, heirloom tomato, toasted La Brea Bakery® baguette
- Sweet Nutella® croissant with fresh berries and banana
Entrees
- Matcha green tea pancakes Red bean butter, ginger agave syrup. Buttermilk pancakes available upon request.
- Chilaquiles Crispy corn tortilla, scrambled egg, red salsa, avocado, crema
- Boardwalk Benedict Zucchini potato cakes, poached egg and hollandaise sauce and your choice of smoked salmon or shredded pork. May also be served as a duo.
- Fitness omelet Pesto eggs, spinach, zucchini, broccoli, green pepper, mozzarella cheese. Egg whites available upon request.
A la carte dining: Lunch and dinner menu
Small plates
- Crispy mushroom basket Maitake, enoki and shiitake mushrooms lightly dusted and fried. Soy wasabi dipping sauce.
- Korean bulgogi arancini Rice balls mixed with bulgogi beef and Asian seasoning.
Kimchi aioli dipping sauce. - The Pier salad Fennel-crusted seared ahi tuna, thinly sliced fennel and red peppers, olive tapenade, basil pistou. Available as a dinner portion.
- Avocado and burrata tower Heirloom tomato vinaigrette, micro greens. Served with crostini.
Entrees
- LA fish and chips Baked almond-crusted whitefish, Meyer lemon tartar sauce, malt vinegar and hand-cut fries
- Street taco trio Diced nopales, pico de gallo, queso fresco, tomatillo salsa Citrus achiote-marinated carne asada, onions, cilantro Soy-seared ahi tuna, avocado crema, pickled vegetables
- Butternut squash risotto Topped with crispy sage
- United Polaris Burger Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickled red onion, aioli, bacon and fried egg, served on a brioche bun with sweet potato fries
Dessert
- Red wine-poached pears Caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
- Pavlova Vanilla custard and fresh berries Homemade cinnamon churro
- Dulce de leche Chantilly cream
Cocktails
- Let’s Rumble, Crusoe® Spiced Rum, fresh lemon, prickly pear puree and house-made simple syrup with Amaro Nonino Quintessentia float
- On Sunset, Casa Noble® Tequila, Del Maguey Single Village® Mezcal and agave nectar, finished with Angostura bitters
- The Paper Plane, Oolong-steeped bourbon, jasmine honey Amaro Nonino Quintessentia, Aperol, chamomile honey arid lemon garnished with a paper plane
- United Polaris Old Fashioned, Rieger’ss Kansas City Whiskey, house simple syrup. San Francisco Bitters, Company Reception Bitters with a fresh orange wheel and Luxardo cherry
- High Altitude Bloody Mary, Star anise-infused and house made bloody mary mix with fresh pepper, sea salt, olive and celery garnish
- Ginger Scotsman, This playful version of the classic Penicillin combines Balvenie DoubleWood, ginger beer, chamomile honey, lemon and a mist of Ardbeg 10 Year
- Lavender Lift, Riondo Blu Prosecco, Belvedere Vodka, lavender and lemon essence with a lavender garnish
- Smokey Negroni, Del Maguey Single Village Mezcal, Carnpari house made vermouth and orange bitters with a dehydrated orange garnish
- Mai Tai, Cana White Rum. Crusoe Spiced Rum, fresh orange and pineapple juice, and Amaro Nonino with a dehydrated orange wheel and a cherry
- Pisco Punch, Pisco Porton, pnieapple juice and lime garnished with a pineapple spear.
Wines
- Swanson Vineyards, Pinot Grigio, Sonoma Mountain, California 2014, Well balanced with notes of white peach, guava. Asian pear, honey and Meyer lemon zest
- The Crossings, Sauvignon Blanc, Awatere Valley, New Zealand 2015, Grassy, herbal notes accent pink grapefruit on the nose and a silky feel to the wine that lingers on the finish
- Hahn SLH, Chardonnay, St. Lucia Highlands, California 2014, Rich and layered with silky notes of peach, nectarine, ripe pear and vanilla
- Schloss Johannisberg, Riesling, Rheingau, Germany, crisp, firm and fresh on the palate with notes of white flowers, lemon and pear
- Rosé in the Air, Rosé, Cotes de Provence, France, Light pink color with peach and lychee highlights, a floral nose with notes of exotic and citrus fruits
- Riondo Blu, Prosecco, Veneto, Italy, Fresh and velvety with scents of Golden Delicious near and acacia blossom
- Piper-Heidsieck “1785” Cuvée Brut, Champagne, France, A classic full-bodied champagne bursting with juicy pear and bright citrus with toasty notes
- Migration by Duckhorn, Pinot Noir, Russian River, California 2014, Complex aromas of rich earth and rose petals with abundant cherry pie, strawberry and a touch of sweet oak
- The Prisoner, Red Blend, Napa Valley, California, Bold aromas of black cherry and plum with hints of oak and vanilla. softened with cocoa for a dense finish
- Bodega Norton, Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina 2013, Intense and complex with notes of ripe fruit and a fine touch of smoke and coffee
- Noble Vines 181, Merlot, Lodi, California 2013, Classic style with soft tannins followed by the flavors of ripe plum, black cherry and toasty oak
- Tenet the Pundit, Syrah, Columbia Valley, Washington, Ripe cherry and plum aromas are complemented by earthy undercurrents of smoky cocoa and cola, and highlighted by traces of citrus blossom and lemon
- Rodney Strong, Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley, California 2013, Elegantly structured and loaded with juicy black cherry, cedar. créme de cassis and ripe, mature tannins
- Rabble Mossfire Ranch, Tempranillo, Paso Robles, California, 2016, Subtle Tobaccco and black fruit with wild red berries. rich cherry, licorice and black pepper, and a complex finish
Spirits
- ABSOLUT ELYX
- Boyd & Blair Potato Vodka
- Hangar 1
- TY KU Soju
- Aviation American Gin
- Bombay Sapphire
- Sipsmith London Dry
- Banks 5 Island
- Cana Brava 3yr
- Crusoe Organic Spiced Rum
- Casa Noble Anejo
- Del Maguet VIDA Single Village Mezcal
- El Silencio Joven Mezcal
- Olmeca Altos Reposado
- Patron Silver
- Angel’s Envy Rye
- Ragtime Rye
- Rieger’s Kansas City Whiskey
- Templeton Rye
- WhistlePig Straight Rye
- Booker’s
- Bulleit 10
- Four Roses Yellow Label
- Maker’s 46m W.L. Weller 12 Year
- Auchentoshan 12 Year
- Balvenie DoubleWood
- Johnnie Walker Black Label
- Bushmills 16 Year
- Jameson
- Crown Royal XR
- Hibiki 12
Amari, Liqueurs & Cognac
- Aperol
- Bailey’s Original Irish Cream
- Campari
- Chartreuse
- Courvoisier VS Cognac
- Fernet-Branca
- Grand Marnier
- Pimm’s No. 1
Beer
- Guinness
- Heineken
- Hoegaarden
- Revolution Brewing Anti-Hero IPA
- Allagash White
- Anchor Steam
- Lagunitas IPA
- Miller Lite
- Modelo Negra
- Sapporo
Non-alcoholic
- Coca-Cola
- Coke Zero
- Daily selection of Rishi hot and iced tea
- Daily selection of smoothies
- Diet Coke
- Fresh juices
- illy coffee
- Seagram’s Club Soda
- Sprite
- Sprite Zero
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