United Adds New Polaris Chef’s Table Meals from November 1
United’s new Polaris menus run November 1–December 31, with eligible meals available to preorder until 24 hours before departure.
Key Takeaways
- **Booking window:** Preorder opens five days before departure and closes 24 hours before departure.
- **Where to order:** United’s website or mobile app.
- **Flight eligibility:** The meals are offered on lunch or dinner services departing from the participating chef’s home city.
- **Coverage:** Eleven chefs contribute dishes associated with United’s seven US hubs, plus London, São Paulo and Tokyo.
United will introduce 30 new Chef’s Table dishes for international Polaris business-class travelers on November 1. The airline’s October 29 announcement says this menu rotation will run through December 31.
What this means for your next trip
Eligible travelers should choose their meal before departure rather than wait until boarding. Availability depends on the departure city and meal service, so the full collection will not appear on every flight.
Key details
- **Booking window:** Preorder opens five days before departure and closes 24 hours before departure.
- **Where to order:** United’s website or mobile app.
- **Flight eligibility:** The meals are offered on lunch or dinner services departing from the participating chef’s home city.
- **Coverage:** Eleven chefs contribute dishes associated with United’s seven US hubs, plus London, São Paulo and Tokyo.
The collection includes appetizers, salads and entrées. United plans further seasonal menu changes in 2027.
Bottom line for passengers
Check your reservation’s meal options during the preorder window. Confirm the selection offered for your flight rather than assuming a dish mentioned in the announcement will be available.
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- airline’s October 29 announcementPublished by united.mediaroom.com • Verified on 30 Oct 2026View Source
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