Just my two pence worth.
BA: I've travelled 8 sectors in BA F this year. I'm not going to wave a fan placard for it. However:
- i've not once been declined my first meal choice.
- i've not once been on a flight where a particular champagne has run out.
- the menu clearly spells out that dining is on demand and i've never had a rolling eye when i've asked to eat and a particular time.
- BA PJ's come in three sizes and i'd assume the crew can reasonably guess whether i'm a S, M or L.
QF: Pretty much agree with the comments about QF F. 6 sectors in F so far this year. Wonderful crew. Food is only on par with BA IMHO, presentation better. There definitely are NOT ground staff that assist with boarding. There are 'first hosts' that escort certain very high CVV's to the aircraft but any duty undertaken on board the aircraft can only be done by the three cabin crew working in F.
EK: One sector in F on a QF codeshare after being rerouted. I liked the bones of the seat although not the bling. I found the 'mini bar' no more than a gimmick as nothing is chilled and the contents actually get quite warm. Was the ONLY one of any of the flights I list here where I did not get my choice of meal (and it was as simple as an arabic mezze plate).