Microwave

I believe stifle was referring to the business class side, with actual food replaced for much of the day with things like a "high quality afternoon tea offering" (translation: crappy scones, mediocre cakes, barely edible sandwiches). The first side has gotten better since the lows right after the BS takeover, with the gloop being supplemented by slightly more colourful options as well, but I don't believe hot food was ever officially removed from Galleries First (and the menu has always been available there as well).

stifle

Correct; as a lowly sapphire I am not in a position to use first class lounges at this point in time. The BA business lounge breakfast is fine if you like bacon, and champagne is available on request.

Scones have also been enhanced in the Galleries Club, Microwave. You'd have to be in Galleries First or either CX lounge to get them.

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Abidjan

not a big difference between F and J BA T3 sections, imho.

Microwave

Wow, I cannot agree with this at all... Food is better and generally served all day, alcoholic drink selection and quality is much better, dedicated dining area with table service and a menu, and the lounge tends to be less busy (based on my experience). Put together I qualify that as a "big difference".

teemuflyer

I'm afraid I have to disagree on this point. The made to order food, and the wine, champagne, and liqueur selections in F are much better than in J.

Abidjan

Ok - made to order food, I'll give you that - but the rest of the space-layout/offerings (for the most part), the same. (And, yes, I hang in F).

Microwave

Champagne bar? Scotch offerings? Wine selection? Buffet food (which is non-existent on the J side for much of the day now)? Yes, seats and decor are much the same, but many differences still exist, and with recent "enhancements" on the J side they are in some cases widening.

jsmeeker

I will be leaving in the morning. 9:45 AM departure. I might like noodles, but I am more of a fan of a Western breakfast. Especially while in the west.

Will probably just go to BA Galleries First. I assume they don't announce boarding for AA departures? Not really a big deal if they don't.

rwoman

No announcements, but plenty if screens with departure information.

shadesofgrey1x

I'm Traveling AMS-LHR then LHR-MIA J on BA then F on AA. I have never done F on AA just J so looking to maximize my lounge experience at LHR terminal 3. FL access is a given but, it also looks like I should have complete access to all the OW lounges in term 3 as well. Which is the beat way to spend the hours? Should I do more than one? If so which ones and why?

Passmethesickbag

Plenty of threads about this around, but the short answer is all of them - they're one minute's walk apart so you will have time to visit each one at least twice! In short, you'll want to visit the BA lounge for the vintage champagne and the spa treatment, the CX lounge for the noodles and the view, and the AA lounge (briefly) to remind yourself how much nicer and less crowded the other two are.

jsmeeker

Well, I made it to the BA Galleries first lounge yesterday morning. You were all right. Once I got there, it made a lot more sense. Though I did get a little confused with the lettings for the lounges and somehow missed the sign directing me towards the section where the BA Galleries was. No problem getting past the lounge dragon. Quick scan of the BP and we were in. Love how the first thing you encounter was the champagne bar. Multiple selections too. To the left, the large "bar" area with lots of booze to partake in. And plenty of computer workstations. To the right was the food. Pass the coffee machines on the way. It was about 8:00 AM and the place was deserted. Only a few people there. But tons of food out. We found seats and quickly returned to the champagne bar. Back to seats. Got snacks and some OJ. Ordered a bacon sandwich. Drank champagne. Got sandwich. Got more champagne. Then one last glass, trying a different type this time (a Rosé). My companion darted out for a bit to shop and spend her remaining pounds. She had no problems getting back in without me. A bit after 9:00 AM, we headed to the gate.

Really awesome. Of course, all of my lounger experience is AA Admirals Clubs in domestic locations. Even the best ones at DFW and LAX don't hold a candle to this place. Too bad I wasn't there for longer. Like maybe a later departure so I could have taken better advantage. (notably, the bar. Blue Label via self service? Damn!!) Didn't bother seeking out the CX lounge. We did pass by the entrance to the Admiral's Club on the way to gate 31. Didn't even THINK about popping my head in to see. I knew I would be depressed.

pauleeepaul

Better wine, food, seating options, and service (and usually fewer other guests) in the BA F lounge are the reasons why this is my choice. I haven't had a spa treatment there- I can't recall if you need to be on a BA longhaul flight to qualify for spa access.

CX is good if you want some noodles or dim sum.

Hit the AA lounge on your way to the gate to check if the boarding is still on schedule (the BA lounge can't help you with that.)

squeeler

i was told in the spa in T5 this week (staff member) that the T3 spa is closed until further notice. She had no idea when it would open again.