We used the LAX clubhouse on Tuesday and, as there isn't much info about it online, I thought I'd post a quick summary of our trip.
First of all, T2 is a complete mess at the moment. There is scaffolding and building work everywhere, limited security checkpoints (so long lines) and very few shops/restaurants. The clubhouse is a welcome haven of tranquility with fantastic views over the Hollywood hills and beyond and over the airport.
The welcome was very friendly and we were given a quick tour - the clubhouse seemed very small to me and I didn't like the seating layout - there are some awkward low sofas and uncomfortable plastic chairs etc. and they're spotted out in weird places throughout the lounge. There is a formal dining area set up at the back. Lots of charging points and some good seats at the windows for solo travellers.
The menu was very disappointing. There are three salad offerings and you can choose to add chicken or salmon to them. The two salads we chose were okay, but noting special. The side dishes you could choose included a salmon slider, some taco dish etc. No more substantial options such as a clubhouse burger etc. and I definitely wouldn't count on having a pre-flight "meal" here. One definite "do not miss" is the absolutely delicious miso donuts with caramel sauce - truly delicious and one passenger even asked for a small box of them to take on the plane, which the staff happily provided!
There is a good cocktail menu and also a great juices section with three different specially blended drinks that are designed to rejuvenate/provide antioxidants etc. and (supposedly) prepare you for a healthy flight.
No shower facilities but we were given passes for the showers in the Air New Zealand lounge, which is about a 3 minute walk down the corridor.
Staff were excellent - very attentive and friendly and they let everyone know when it was time to board.
It's certainly no LHR/JFK clubhouse but it is a nice space and the service and setting is top notch. If they could improve the variety of cooked food options and maybe add a small cold buffet to choose some light snacks, I'd rate it as excellent.
First of all, T2 is a complete mess at the moment. There is scaffolding and building work everywhere, limited security checkpoints (so long lines) and very few shops/restaurants. The clubhouse is a welcome haven of tranquility with fantastic views over the Hollywood hills and beyond and over the airport.
The welcome was very friendly and we were given a quick tour - the clubhouse seemed very small to me and I didn't like the seating layout - there are some awkward low sofas and uncomfortable plastic chairs etc. and they're spotted out in weird places throughout the lounge. There is a formal dining area set up at the back. Lots of charging points and some good seats at the windows for solo travellers.
The menu was very disappointing. There are three salad offerings and you can choose to add chicken or salmon to them. The two salads we chose were okay, but noting special. The side dishes you could choose included a salmon slider, some taco dish etc. No more substantial options such as a clubhouse burger etc. and I definitely wouldn't count on having a pre-flight "meal" here. One definite "do not miss" is the absolutely delicious miso donuts with caramel sauce - truly delicious and one passenger even asked for a small box of them to take on the plane, which the staff happily provided!
There is a good cocktail menu and also a great juices section with three different specially blended drinks that are designed to rejuvenate/provide antioxidants etc. and (supposedly) prepare you for a healthy flight.
No shower facilities but we were given passes for the showers in the Air New Zealand lounge, which is about a 3 minute walk down the corridor.
Staff were excellent - very attentive and friendly and they let everyone know when it was time to board.
It's certainly no LHR/JFK clubhouse but it is a nice space and the service and setting is top notch. If they could improve the variety of cooked food options and maybe add a small cold buffet to choose some light snacks, I'd rate it as excellent.
