No one is forcing passengers to use the LV lounge and it is not taking the place of the complimentary F&B offerings at the Al Mourjan Garden for passengers with access. Pricing for me personally is not justified, but for others it might be worth it and I am sure it would adjust at some point to meet demand (or lack thereof) once the novelty of it wears off.

If it manages to siphon off some passengers from the Al Mourjan Garden that is a win in my book, it would mean a few less people in the lounge.

As for people who want other paid F&B options there are so many other choices within the terminal to fit different budgets.

I appreciate lost_in_translation for parting $400 and taking one of the team to give feedback, would help those who are interested decide if its worth giving the place a try.