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About This Place

Welcome to Shanikas Carrum Downs, a delightful gem nestled in the heart of Carrum Downs, Victoria. This charming Italian restaurant invites you to experience a culinary journey that celebrates the rich flavors and traditions of Italy. Located at 11 Levida Dr, Carrum Downs VIC 3201, Shanikas is quickly becoming the go-to destination for food lovers seeking a warm and inviting atmosphere paired with exceptional cuisine.

As you step inside, you're greeted not just by an aesthetically pleasing environment, but also by a friendly team that genuinely cares about your dining experience. Patrons often rave about the heartfelt service, making it clear that Shanikas is more than just a restaurant; it is a place where love for food shines through in every dish.

The menu at Shanikas offers a simple yet beautifully curated selection of Italian classics, ranging from enticing starters to hearty mains. Begin your meal with their Garlic Parmesan Bread, an irresistible appetizer for just A$8.00, or dive into the bright and vibrant Bruschetta, featuring fresh diced tomatoes, spring onions, and basil for A$12.00. For those looking for something more substantial, the Gamberi di Mare—grilled prawns accompanied by a smoky dijon and pomegranate sauce—delivers an explosion of flavors, priced at A$23.00.

Moving onto the mains, the Chicken Risotto offers a creamy indulgence, blending tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and mushrooms for a heartwarming dish priced at A$27.00. If you prefer something vegetarian, the Vegetable Risotto, featuring marinated vegetables and arborio rice drizzled with balsamic glaze, is a must-try at A$25.00. Each dish reflects the restaurant's commitment to freshness and flavor, with many guests sharing their glowing reviews of both the generous portion sizes and exceptional taste.

While the dining experience is largely commendable, some guests have noted occasional delays in service. Nevertheless, many assert that the delicious food makes the wait worthwhile. One satisfied customer remarked, "The food was delicious, fresh, and served by the friendliest team. A lot of love goes into this place!" Such sentiments echo the passion that the chefs and staff at Shanikas pour into their offerings.

Open for lunch and dinner, Shanikas Carrum Downs is a perfect spot for family gatherings, romantic evenings, or a casual meal with friends. The tranquil ambiance and delectable Italian dishes come together to create a dining experience that lingers in your memory long after you've left the table. If you haven't yet indulged in what this restaurant has to offer, make it your next culinary destination—you won't be disappointed!

Service options

Accessibility

  • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
  • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet

Service options

  • Has outdoor seating
  • Offers delivery
  • Offers takeaway
  • Serves dine-in

Highlights

  • Has fireplace
  • Has great beer selection
  • Serves great coffee
  • Serves great dessert
  • Has great wine list

Popular for

  • Popular for breakfast
  • Popular for lunch
  • Popular for dinner
  • Good for solo dining

Offerings

  • Serves alcohol
  • Serves beer
  • Serves cocktails
  • Serves coffee
  • Serves food
  • Serves healthy options
  • Has private dining room
  • Quick bite
  • Serves small plates
  • Serves spirits
  • Serves vegetarian dishes
  • Serves wine

Dining options

  • Serves breakfast
  • Serves brunch
  • Serves lunch
  • Serves dinner
  • Has catering
  • Has counter service
  • Serves dessert
  • Has seating

Amenities

  • Has bar on site
  • Has toilet

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy
  • Upmarket

Crowd

  • Family friendly
  • Good for groups

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Accepts credit cards
  • Accepts debit cards
  • Accepts NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs available
  • Has kids' menu

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Free parking lot
  • Plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed
  • Dogs allowed outside

Locations

Guest Reviews (621)

First time visiting after 8 years loving in the area. What a gem of a place!!! The food was delicious, fresh and served by the friendliest team. A lot of love goes into this place!!! If you haven't been, definitely try it out!!

Finally got to a dinner service and it didn’t disappoint. The menu is not large for dinner but the you gets the best results from that. Servings were large and the leftovers were just as good the next day. The gnocchi was fantastic

Best food we have had in a long time with exceptional service as well.

Great food however it took a while, over 30 mins for meals to come out . The table nearby who came in after us were served first which we thought was odd. We were offered one drink in over 2 hours we were there so that could improve. The pork belly for a main meal had 3 smallish squares of pork and the rest was salad so that was definitely light on ! We’d return because of the food but the service could have been better.

Wonderful experience, beautiful food and drinks. Our waiter was very helpful with reccomendations on drinks and food. My only wish is that it opens for dinner on Saturday more often, especially Saturday nights!

What a hidden Gem Shanikas Carrum Downs is! Beautiful decor, lovely atmosphere, great food and excellent service. We will be back !

We shared a beautiful meal here for lunch (11of us) and there was a different choice made by everyone and let me tell you, they did not disappoint. Good serving size, fresh ingredients and amazing service. All meals came out at roughly the same time and staff really liked after us. Thank you. We'll definitely be back for another meal.

An impromptu Friday night out turned out to be one of the nicest dinners out for a long time! From the minute we walked in the door until we paid the bill, we were treated like friends, fed like kings and spent the evening wining, dining and having the most congenial time. The food was DIVINE! Thank you to Mayanka, Don, Charlie and Jess. A wonderful evening. We will be back very soon.

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