Mason Bar and Grill – American
Mason Bar and Grill invites guests into a lively, welcoming atmosphere where the comforting aroma of warm bacon and chive buttermilk biscuits mingles with the vibrant energy of a modern neighborhood haunt. The kitchen transforms seasonal staples into artful shared plates, from the velvety richness of whipped buttermilk ricotta and summer corn soup to the bold, sophisticated textures of American Wagyu beef tartare and charred, garden-fresh vegetables. It is a space where crisp, cool salads and coastal-inspired tostadas find a perfect balance, creating a dining experience that feels both effortlessly casual and impeccably crafted.
303 Harden Street https://masonbarag.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Mason Bar and Grill
Dairy-Free at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop (14 oz.) and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 2 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop (14 oz.) and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 16 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Rapini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Roasted Oyster Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Roasted Oyster Mushrooms. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 12 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Rapini. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Mason Bar and Grill
Mason Bar and Grill in Columbia has 4 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Brussels Sprouts, Crushed Yukon Gold Potato and Fish Sandwich. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Mason Bar and Grill
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Citrus Marinated Grilled Chicken Sandwich | 37.8 g | 79.5 g |
| Roasted Turkey and Peperonata Sandwich | 101.1 g | 74.3 g |
| Spinach and Roasted Beets Salad | 95.6 g | 55.6 g |
| Linguine Carbonara | 31.1 g | 55.3 g |
| Chopped Cobb Salad | 42.2 g | 48.2 g |
| Pappardelle | 70.3 g | 38.7 g |
| Rigatoni alla Amatriciana | 11.1 g | 36.8 g |
| Little Gem Caesar Salad | 71.3 g | 34.7 g |
| Roasted Summer Corn Soup | 88.9 g | 32.2 g |
| Casarecce | 63.8 g | 31.2 g |
| Burrata Ravioli | 53.2 g | 25.6 g |
| Roasted Mary's Chicken Breast (10 oz.) | 17.4 g | 25 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its inviting atmosphere and professional service, guests consistently praise the seamless dining experience from appetizers to main courses. Standout dishes include the exceptionally fresh seafood, which diners rave about for its high quality and excellent preparation. Reviewers highlight the importance of making a reservation to enjoy this welcoming space, noting that they leave feeling thoroughly satisfied with every aspect of their meal.
Menu
Small Plates
- Bacon, Cheddar, and Chive Buttermilk Biscuits (2) - $10: spicy berry jam Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Roasted Summer Corn Soup - $12: crispy pork belly, brioche croutons, chipotle oil Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Whipped Buttermilk Ricotta Dip - $13: vincotto, fennel pollen, soft herbs, EVOO, smoked sea salt, grilled Little Red Hen sourdough Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Albacore Tostada - $19: fennel pollen crusted, spicy aioli, arugula, Fresno peppers, nectarine, red onion, citrus vinaigrette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Brussels Sprouts - $20: cotija cheese, Fresno peppers, cilantro aioli, avocado, micro cilantro Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Cauliflower - $20: mustard béarnaise, garlic and shallot butter, chili flake, Grana Padana cheese, crispy sage, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata and Peperonata - $24: Gioia burrata ball (4oz.), warm peperonata, breadcrumbs, toasted baguette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Beef Tartare (6 oz.) - $29: whipped mustard béarnaise, caramelized onion crème fraîche, pepper relish, crispy capers, Yukon Gold potato chips Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads
- Green Baby Gem Lettuce Salad - $19: parsley, dill, shaved baby radish, chives, cucumber, green goddess dressing, grana padano Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Little Gem Caesar Salad - $19: creamy garlic dressing, garlic croutons, grana padano Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spinach and Roasted Beets Salad - $21: goat cheese, local strawberries, roasted baby beets, sherry vinaigrette, fennel pollen, candied walnuts Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Peach and Burrata Panzanella Salad - $23: fresh yellow peaches, little red hen sourdough croutons, crispy prosciutto, mint, frisee, arugula, honey rosemary vinaigrette, chives Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chopped Cobb Salad - $26: chopped green gem lettuce, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese crumbles, avocado, bacon, roasted turkey, buttermilk ranch Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Handmade Etto Pasta
- Reginette - $25: garlic, shallot, oyster mushroom, lemon, black pepper, mascarpone, chili breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Casarecce - $27: rapini, kale pesto, baby kale, pistachio, basil, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Burrata Ravioli - $29: corn milk, corn, white truffle oil, brown butter, sage Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Rigatoni alla Amatriciana - $31: pancetta, 3-day tomato conserva, red onion, parmesan cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pappardelle - $32: beef bolognese, parmesan cheese, ricotta, chili breadcrumbs Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Linguine Carbonara - $34: pancetta, spinach, grana padano, white wine, egg yolk, white truffle oil Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Roasted Mary's Chicken Breast (10 oz.) - $36: crispy polenta, roasted corn, cherry tomatoes, green beans, chicken jus, salsa verde Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy-Skin Branzino (6 oz.) - $38: lemon potatoes, blistered green beans, arugula, green olive & preserved lemon relish Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pan-Roasted Salmon (6 oz.) - $39: smashed sweet potato, garlic, cipollini onion, brussels sprouts, maple-dijon glaze Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Short Rib - $42: 10 oz. boneless beef short rib, red wine braised, crushed Yukon gold potatoes, baby carrots, cipollini onions, horseradish bread crumbs Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Flat Iron (8 oz.) - $45: chive and butter glazed fingerlings, caper salsa verde, mustard béarnaise Available at: dinner, lunch
- Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop (14 oz.) - $49: crushed yukon potatoes, caramelized apple pork jus, crispy sage Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Herb-Crusted New York Strip (14 oz.) - $58: Brandt Beef, fingerling potatoes, baby mushrooms, bordelaise Available at: dinner
- Grilled Ribeye (14 oz.) - $59: Brandt Beef, brandy creamed rapini and oyster mushrooms, garlic, cippolini onion, black pepper demi-glacé Available at: dinner
Burgers & Sandwiches
- Sara's Micro Garden Sprout Sandwich - $17: pea sprouts, broccoli sprouts, sunflower sprouts, shaved radish, cucumber, red onion, goat cheese, avocado spread, whole grain bread Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: lunch
- Pork Milanese Sandwich - $18: breaded and crispy pork loin, frisée, Fresno peppers, lemon aioli, capers, toasted soft baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fish Sandwich - $19: pan seared pacific rockfish, shredded lettuce, aioli, red onion, preserved lemon and green olive relish, soft baguette Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Citrus Marinated Grilled Chicken Sandwich - $19: grilled chicken breast, crispy prosciutto, pesto aioli, arugula, roasted red peppers, burrata, balsamic glaze, soft baguette Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Turkey and Peperonata Sandwich - $19: shaved house roasted turkey breast, peperonata, shredded lettuce, white cheddar, special sauce, soft baguette Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pork Carnitas Tacos (2) - $19: house-made pork carnitas, shredded cabbage, spicy aioli, crème fraîche, corn tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Double Burger - $20: two 4oz. beef patties, white cheddar cheese, special sauce, shredded lettuce, pickles, buttered onions, brioche bun Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- American Wagyu Burger - $22: Snake River Farms wagyu style beef patty (8oz), aioli, shredded lettuce, sliced tomato, sliced red onion, white cheddar cheese, brioche bun Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crispy Pork Belly Sandwich - $23: sherry & honey glazed pork belly (6oz.), frisee, aioli, Fresno chili peppers, tomato compote, brioche bun, choice of side Available at: dinner, lunch
- Braised Beef Short Rib Sandwich - $24: red wine braised boneless beef short rib, sliced tomato, caramelized onions, blue cheese, arugula, aioli, brioche bun Available at: dinner, lunch
- Dry-Aged Burger - $26: Flannery Beef, 28-day dry-aged beef patty (8 oz.), caramelized onions, manchego cheese, garlic aioli, brioche bun Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Vegetables & Sides
- Fries - $9: regular or sweet potato Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chips & Dip - $12: house-made potato chips (BBQ or Regular), caramelized onion crème fraîche Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Fingerling Potato Confit - $12: butter glaze, chives Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Oyster Mushrooms - $12: garlic, butter, shallot, sherry Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Atkins Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Rapini - $13: garlic, shallot, butter, breadcrumbs Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crushed Yukon Gold Potato - $13: olive oil crushed, onion, lemon Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Slow-Carb, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Smashed Sweet Potato - $13: butter, cream, garlic Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, South-Beach Available at: dinner, lunch
Frequently Asked Questions about Mason Bar and Grill
- Which diets does this restaurant support based on its menu?
- The restaurant supports various diets including keto, vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, paleo, mediterranean, and high-protein options across its menu.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- This moderate-priced American restaurant stands out for its professional service, exceptionally fresh seafood, and extensive range of specialized dietary options.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- With a moderate price level ($$) and a 4.0/5 rating, guests report feeling thoroughly satisfied with the high-quality seafood and service.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- Mason Bar and Grill is located at 307 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates mixed dietary needs with options including vegan, keto, gluten-free, and high-protein dishes like grilled albacore tostadas and roasted cauliflower.
- What type of diner would most enjoy this restaurant?
- Diners seeking a lively American grill with professional service, fresh seafood, and extensive options for keto, vegan, and gluten-free diets.
- What's the best way to experience this restaurant?
- To best experience this restaurant, make a reservation to enjoy fresh seafood and seasonal shared plates in a lively atmosphere.
- Which dishes work for multiple diets at once (e.g., keto + gluten-free)?
- The Green Baby Gem Lettuce Salad works for multiple diets including keto, low-carb, gluten-free, vegetarian, and mediterranean.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- This inviting American grill is ideal for special occasions, offering a professional service experience, fresh seafood, and a lively atmosphere.
- What is this restaurant's overall rating?
- Mason Bar and Grill has an average rating of 4.0/5, with guests consistently praising the professional service and fresh seafood.
- Is Mason Bar and Grill dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Mason Bar and Grill has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Fries, Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop (14 oz.) and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato.
- What can I eat at Mason Bar and Grill on a dairy-free diet?
- Fries, Kurobuta Bone-In Pork Chop (14 oz.) and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Mason Bar and Grill have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Fries and Crushed Yukon Gold Potato.
- Is Mason Bar and Grill gluten-free?
- 2 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Mason Bar and Grill?
- Citrus Marinated Grilled Chicken Sandwich, at roughly 79.5g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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