Mastersons Bar in Moonee Ponds is an unsatisfactory place to hang out, in my opinion. The atmosphere is lackluster, and the decor is old-fashioned and uninviting. The seating arrangements are cramped, and the lighting is poor, making it difficult to read the menu.
The cuisine menu at Mastersons Bar is disappointing, and the dishes are mediocre in quality. I found the food to be tasteless and uninspired, and the portions were unsatisfying. The burger was dry, the fries were soggy, and the salad was wilted. The only thing that seemed decent was the loaded fries, but even they were just average.
Additionally, the service was lethargic, and the staff was not very friendly or helpful. They seemed disinterested in providing good service, and it took forever to get our food and drinks. When we finally received our order, it was cold and unappetizing. The staff seemed to be more focused on chatting with each other than serving the customers.
The drinks at Mastersons Bar are unremarkable either. The selection is constrained, and the quality additional info is average at best. The cocktails lacked any creativity, and the beer selection was underwhelming. The bartenders seemed untrained and had a hard time making even the most basic drinks.
To make matters worse, the live music performance that we were promised turned out to be a tedious solo act, with the musician faltering to play the guitar and singing with no passion. The ear-splitting volume of the music compelled everyone to shout, making it impossible to have a conversation. It seemed like the musician was uninspired, just doing the bare minimum. The disenchanted audience had no choice but to endure the lackluster performance, wondering if it was all worth it.
Overall, my experience at Mastersons Bar was extremely substandard. The unwelcoming environment, inferior food, watered-down drinks, and negligent service were all substandard, and I wouldn't advise anyone to visit. There are far superior options in Moonee Ponds that offer a better bang for your buck. I was profoundly dissatisfied and will never come back at all charges.