The Official LAX Spotting Guide

Proud Bird

Best for South Runway landing views & dining

An aviation-themed food hall offering fantastic views of final approach to the south runways (25R/7L). Great historical aircraft displays with a patio and a lawn for spotting while you eat.

Location: East of the south runways

Address: 1022 Aviation Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90045

Best For: Viewing final approach on the South Runways (24R/24L).

Views: The restaurant has a north-facing outdoor patio, lawn and terrace that offers unobstructed, close-up views of planes landing on LAX's Runway 25L. The landing aircraft pass right by the restaurant at a low altitude.

Proximity: Close (Right next to the runway complex).

Photography: North facing. Well lit views all day of the planes on final approach landing on the south runways. No clear view of actual touchdown on runway.

Hours: Varies, but generally 11am-7pm.

Parking: Free parking lot.

Facilities: Dedicated free parking lot, Restrooms, Food Hall, Full Bar, TVs, Arcade, Outdoor Playground and Lawn, Aviation Exhibits. A great spot to visit with kids.

Reverse Operations: Departures are visible but planes have completed initial climb by the time they reach the restaurant.

The View