Mastersons Bar in Moonee Ponds is an unsatisfactory place to hang out, in my opinion. The ambiance is dreary, and the decor is outdated and unappealing. The seating arrangements are cramped, and the lighting is poor, making it difficult to read the menu.
The food menu at Mastersons Bar is unremarkable, and the dishes are mediocre in quality. I found the food to be tasteless and unimpressive, and the portions were not worth the cost. The burger was flavorless, the fries were undercooked, 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 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 constrained, and the quality is average at best. The cocktails lacked any originality, and the beer selection was uninteresting. The bartenders seemed untrained and had a mastersons 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 tune. The piercing volume of the music forced everyone to shout, making it impossible to have a conversation. It seemed like the musician was uninspired, just going through the motions. 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 disappointing. The uninviting environment, mediocre food, watered-down drinks, and negligent service were all substandard, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. There are much better options in Moonee Ponds that offer a better return on investment. I was profoundly dissatisfied and will not be returning at all charges.