During this joyous time of year while many are flying in and out of town visiting family and friends, airport food should be the least of their worries. Time and time again, problems still arise with even the most easy-going travelers during mealtimes. However, for Los Angeles International Airport fliers, there is no need to dread mediocre airport cuisine, as travelers will soon “encounter” the answers to their every food-related problem when they make their first trip to Encounter.

Not only is there no need to go through vexing airport security in order to get to this accessible restaurant, but there is also no need to stress over troublesome airport parking as valet services are graciously provided. Only adding to the ease of the visit, reservations are not required and meal prices are notably reasonable.

Unlike conventional fine-dining restaurants, Encounter is suspended in the air, providing a breathtaking view of the Los Angeles area. This flying-saucer-shaped eatery has glass windows covering ever angle and an observation deck that allows customers to have a birds-eye view of their surroundings.

Disney imagineers designed the interior of this architectural masterpiece, including seemingly levitating bar stools and gargantuan lava lamps, to create an intergalactic wonderland. Encounter’s futuristic design propels one through time to the next millennium and into a world that rivals the “happiest place on earth.”

Encounter has a diverse menu consisting of mouth-watering entrees including a savory, pepper-crusted New York steak and heavenly desserts such as its decadent “Chocolate Lovin” Spoon Cake.

This restaurant is ideal for anyone’s next out-of-the-box birthday bash or memorable dinner with family. Otherwise, all travelers prepare for a pre- or post-vacation journey at Encounter.