Shelly

Thirty seats. One long table. Three hours of food, theatre, and moments you won't forget.

Four Experiences

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A Night at Shelly

The Table

One long table, thirty seats, no walls between you and the people next to you. By the time dessert arrives, the strangers around you feel like old friends.

Chef finishing a tortelloni dish at the passTwo chefs plating a duo of Shelly coursesPan flipping confit ingredients at ShellyChef sprinkling toasted spice over a plated kingfish courseBartender finishing an espresso martini at the Shelly barChef streaking a green herb sauce across a Shelly plateChef pouring sauce over a kingfish ceviche course at Shelly

The Food

Ten courses, beverage pairing on every pour, four seasons in one evening, and a dish for each of the five senses. You don't pick, you don't plan, you just let the night arrive plate by plate.

The Surprise

We don't do predictable. From the moment you walk in, you're not a guest, you're a friend at our table. Expect the unexpected, the playful, the kind of journey that throws the script out and leaves you talking about it for weeks.

Shelly guests under purple lights with smoke and music

The Party

This isn't a regular restaurant, and even our breaks aren't really breaks. The lights drop, the music lifts, the whole room joins in. Come hungry, come ready to party.

Private Functions & Events

Buy out the room for the night, host an intimate Four Seasons show for your closest people, or build something bespoke from scratch. We tailor the room, the timing, the music, and the theatre around your evening, so the whole experience feels made for you.

The Show: Four Seasons degustation private dinner

The Show, Yours For The Night

Take over the long table for The Show. Ten courses, beverage pairing, the full Four Seasons journey reserved for your group.

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The full venue at Shelly under starlight ceiling

The Whole Venue Is Yours

Take over the whole space for up to 60 guests. Upper floor or the full venue, with a tailored menu, beverage pairing built around your night.

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Kids cooking experience at Shelly

Kids Experience

An evening built for the little ones. Birthdays, school groups, or just a Sunday with the family that nobody forgets.

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Shelanous restaurant chef plating dessert at the long table

Where It All Began

The original multisensory dining experience

It started as a synagogue pop up. Then a small restaurant in Port Melbourne where strangers became regulars and regulars became friends. Two month waitlists, the same wild energy every night, the kind of buzz that doesn't stay quiet. Shelly is what happens next. Bigger room, louder applause, same heartbeat.

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Common Questions

Where is Shelly located?
We're at 809 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield, Melbourne VIC 3162. Ground floor, wheelchair accessible. Street parking on Glen Huntly Rd and surrounding streets.
What does The Show include?
The Show is a ten course degustation with beverage pairing, $295 per person, served Wed, Thu, and Sun. Doors at 7pm, three hours total. 30 guests per evening.
Is there an age restriction?
Dinner shows are 13 plus. Our Kids Experience runs select Sundays for ages 5 to 12.
What's the dress code?
Smart casual.
Do you cater for dietary needs?
Yes. We are Kosher Certified, Halal Friendly, with Plant Based, Gluten Free, and Non Alcoholic pairings available. Tell us in advance and we'll plate accordingly.
How do I book?
Use the reservations page on this site, or message Manon directly on WhatsApp. Manon handles inquiries Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm Melbourne time.
Can I host a private function?
Yes. Private buyouts and group experiences are available. Visit our Private Functions page or contact Manon for a tailored proposal.

Your Seat Awaits

Seats are limited. Evenings fill quickly.