Originally Posted by
dvs7310
AS does have a proper bar that you can sit at, AM sorely lacks that. That's the biggest differentiator for me. The selection of liquors in the AS are greatly elevated over the AM as well.
Originally Posted by
DirektornSE
I did visit AM upper seating post-covid as I had to fly with AY on code-share and AS is not allowed... IIRC the bar did not have any seats. But before covid it was an entire different situation.
You can sit at the bar at AM Gardens; I use AM Gardens rather than regular AM so that's what I'm using for the comparison. I don't mind the train and/or walk to get there. It's worth it if you have a bit of time. Way more picturesque view too.
Originally Posted by
dvs7310
So I think it's a bit disingenuous to say there's little difference between the lounges. Those are both pretty big differences.
I stand by my comment.
Liquors "greatly elevated"? Grey Goose vs Absolut/Smirnoff isn't a big differentiator for me. If AS had an elevated cocktail list (i.e. the Old Fashioned / Martini section), I would agree with you - but it's identical. The champagne selection at AS & AM is currently identical.
Originally Posted by
CPH-Flyer
LHR Galleries F?? Concorde Room maybe, but Galleries F is a rather sad affair. Particularly in T3.
Just personal preference. I like the self-serve liquor selection, Manhattan cocktail mix, finger sandwiches (it's a British thing), crisps etc. CCR is elevated; I just still prefer the simplicity and do-it-yourself aspect of Galleries F over AS so I can pop in and pop out in between flights. I don't necessarily need the towering ceilings, bling, tons of staff (doing what?), etc of AS if the food/drinks are good. (I do admit the hot food buffet at Galleries F LHR is pretty dismal).