Mastersons Bar in Moonee Ponds is an unsatisfactory place to hang out, in my opinion. The atmosphere is dull, and the decor is old-fashioned and uninviting. The seating arrangements are cramped, and the lighting is dim, making it difficult to read the menu.
The food menu at Mastersons Bar is unremarkable, and the dishes are below average in quality. I found the food to be tasteless and unimpressive, and the portions were unsatisfying. The burger was overcooked, the fries were greasy, 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 unprofessional, and the staff was inattentive 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 disappointing either. The selection is limited, and the quality is below average. The cocktails lacked any creativity, and the beer selection was disappointing. The bartenders seemed website 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 dreary solo act, with the musician struggling to play the guitar and singing out of sync. The piercing volume of the music forced everyone to shout, making it impossible to have a conversation. It seemed like the musician was uninterested, just phoning it in. 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 exceedingly disappointing. The dreary atmosphere, inferior food, watered-down drinks, and apathetic service were all unsatisfactory, and I wouldn't advise anyone to visit. There are superior options in Moonee Ponds that offer a better value proposition. I was extremely let down and will never come back at all costs.