Mastersons Bar in Moonee Ponds is an unsatisfactory place to hang out, in my opinion. The atmosphere is dull, and the decor is stale and unappealing. The seating arrangements are crowded, and the lighting is unflattering, making it unwelcoming.
The cuisine menu at Mastersons Bar is unremarkable, and the dishes are subpar in quality. I found the food to be tasteless and uninspired, and the portions were unsatisfying. The burger was dry, the fries were undercooked, and the salad was unfresh. 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 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 disappointing either. The selection is uninspired, and the quality is mediocre. The cocktails lacked any flair, and the beer selection was underwhelming. 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 tedious solo act, with the musician faltering to play the guitar and singing out of tune. The piercing volume of the music compelled everyone to shout, making it impossible to have a conversation. It seemed like the musician was uninspired, just going through the motions. The dismayed audience had no choice but to endure the lackluster performance, wondering if it was all worth it.
Overall, my experience at Mastersons Bar was remarkably disappointing. The uninviting ambiance, subpar food, low-quality drinks, and inattentive service were all unsatisfactory, and I wouldn't advise anyone to visit. There are much better options in Moonee Ponds that offer a better return on investment. I was profoundly here dissatisfied and will avoid this establishment at all expenses.