Mastersons Bar in Moonee Ponds is an unsatisfactory place to hang out, in my opinion. The ambiance is dreary, and the decor is old-fashioned and unappealing. The seating arrangements are crowded, and the lighting is poor, making it hard to see anything clearly.
The food menu at Mastersons Bar is unremarkable, and the dishes are below average in quality. I found the food to be unappetizing and unimpressive, and the portions were small for the price. The burger was overcooked, the fries were undercooked, and the salad was limp. The only thing that seemed decent was the loaded fries, but even they were just average.
Additionally, the service was slow, and the staff was unwelcoming or helpful. They seemed unengaged 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 uninspired, and the quality is average at best. The more info cocktails lacked any flair, mastersons and the beer selection was disappointing. The bartenders seemed inexperienced 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 faltering to play the guitar and singing out of tune. 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 displeased 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 uninviting ambiance, inferior food, low-quality drinks, and apathetic service were all unsatisfactory, and I wouldn't suggest it as a viable option. 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.