# Shelly Restaurant

> Cinematic, multisensory dining in Caulfield, Melbourne. A theatrical degustation experience by chef Rony Parienty, where dinner becomes a performance you can taste.

Shelly is a fine dining restaurant at 809 Glen Huntly Rd, Caulfield, Victoria, Australia. Sister restaurant to Shelanous (Port Melbourne). Owned and run by chef Rony Parienty. Capacity 30 guests per evening seated around one long communal table. Best known for the Four Seasons degustation, a ten-course theatrical journey through the seasons with optional beverage pairing.

## Experiences

- [4 Seasons (The Show)](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/4-seasons): Ten course degustation with beverage pairing, Thu/Sat/Sun, $295 per person, 3 hours, doors 7pm. Ages 13+. The signature experience.
- [A La Carte at Shelahem](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/shelahem): Mediterranean fine dining on the second floor, Mon/Tue/Wed, from $95 per person, share-style, relaxed.
- [The Four Elements](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/four-elements): Concept dining themed around Earth, Water, Fire, and Air. $149 per person, beverages not included. Every Wednesday at Shelanous, 154 Rouse St, Port Melbourne, not at Shelly in Caulfield. From Wednesday 2 September, two seatings each night: 6:00 PM and 8:15 PM (a single 7:00 PM seating before then). First evening 15 July. Reserving now.
- [Kids Experience](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/kids): Interactive cooking adventure for children aged 5+. Select Sundays. From $120 per child. Apron and certificate included.

## Booking & Reservations

- [Reserve a Table](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/4-seasons): Booking is per experience, not by date. Pick the experience, then a date.
- [Private Functions](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/private-functions): Corporate, family, celebration, or wedding events. Capacity up to 80 in private buyout.
- [Kids Waiting List](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/experiences/kids): Join the list to be notified when new kids dates open.
- [Gift Vouchers](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/gift-vouchers): Currently coming soon.

## Practical Information

- [Contact](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/contact): Phone +61 431 421 772, email info@shellyrestaurant.com.au, manager Manon (Mon to Thu, 9am to 4:30pm Melbourne time).
- [Cancellation Policy](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/cancellation-policy): Notice required for changes and cancellations.
- [Reviews](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/reviews): Hundreds of five star Google reviews from Shelly and Shelanous diners.

## Dietary & Accessibility

Kosher Certified. Halal Friendly. Plant Based options. Gluten Free options. Non Alcoholic beverage pairings. Ground floor, wheelchair accessible. Smart casual dress code.

## About

- [Sister Restaurant: Shelanous](https://shelanous.com.au): Modern Israeli/Mediterranean in Port Melbourne. Family oriented, heritage focused.
- [Work With Us](https://shellyrestaurant.com.au/work-with-us): Open roles in front of house, kitchen, and management.
- [Instagram @shellyrestaurant_](https://instagram.com/shellyrestaurant_): Behind the scenes, food close ups, experience reels.

## Common Questions

**What is Shelly?** Shelly is a 30 seat fine dining restaurant in Caulfield, Melbourne. The flagship experience is The Show: a ten course degustation served as a multisensory theatrical performance, three to four hours, $295 per person, beverage pairing optional.

**What makes it different from regular fine dining?** Shelly is theatre as much as food. Lighting, sound, scent, plating, and performance change throughout the night to match each course and season. It is a single seating per night with one long communal table.

**Who is the chef?** Rony Parienty. He also founded Shelanous in Port Melbourne.

**How do I book?** Visit the experience page (4 Seasons, Shelahem, Four Elements, or Kids), pick a date, and submit. The team confirms by email within one business day.

**Do you cater for dietaries?** Yes. Kosher certified, halal friendly, plant based, gluten free, and non alcoholic pairing options available. Mention requirements at booking.

**Can I host a private function?** Yes. Up to 80 guests in a private buyout. Submit an enquiry on the Private Functions page or call +61 431 421 772.