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Shanikas Pakenham

7 Lakeside Blvd, Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia

Recommended by 23 people

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Find Shanikas Pakenham

7 Lakeside Blvd, Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia

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+61 3 5941 7577
HoursMonday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Tuesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 9:30 PM Sunday: 12:00 – 2:30 PM, 5:00 – 8:30 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Shanikas Pakenham

Skip the drive into Melbourne for serious Italian hospitality—Shanikas brings polished banquet dining right to Lakeside Blvd. The room hums with an easy, welcoming cadence suited for intimate date nights and milestone birthdays alike. Longtime diners lean into generous plates of slow-braised beef cheeks, garlic parmesan bread, and hand-rolled gnocchi, backed by floor staff who manage every dietary request without missing a beat. On the way out, grab packaged house sauces and chilled desserts from the front retail case.

  • Private celebrations: Spaces like the Terrace Room host multi-generational birthdays and events with custom menus, setup access, and dedicated coordination.
  • Take-home pantry: Take-home retail options include packaged chilled desserts, fresh gnocchi, and prepared sauces ready for the home pantry.
  • Generous Italian mains: Substantial serves anchor the table, led by beef cheeks, eye fillet, and classic pasta courses.
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Why Choose Shanikas Pakenham

Why locals and celebration hosts choose Shanikas Pakenham for milestone events and intimate dining

  • Seamless Private Function Hosting

    Shanikas accommodates milestones and family functions with comprehensive pre-planning, dedicated event spaces like the Terrace Room, setup access, and individual drink card tracking.

    We were able to get into the venue before hand to set up a couple hours early. We were able to do a site room visit a week or two earlier so we can get a table seating idea- nothing was a problem. We had two TVs for photo slide shows.

    Charmaine Jamo

  • Take-Home Restaurant Provisions

    Guests can purchase ready-made chilled desserts, prepared gnocchi, and restaurant sauces directly to enjoy signature dishes at home.

    Also take away products like their gnocchi & sauces are fire

    Adam

  • Total Peace of Mind for Hosts

    Dedicated event management and thorough coordination eliminate planning stress, allowing hosts to completely unwind and celebrate.

    Jamie the manager helped with the planning, choosing the menu etc. so on the day I didn’t have to worry about a thing.

    Maria Goodall

  • Thoughtful Celebratory Gestures

    Staff frequently surprise diners marking birthdays and milestones with personal recognition and complimentary treats.

    to top it off they surprised us with a small birthday plate each which was really unexpected.

    Peter Kondouras

  • Polished Date-Night Atmosphere

    Couples and diners experience an intimate setting with attentive service, polished hospitality, and expertly prepared Italian plates.

    The food, service and ambiance has always been consistently exceptional, which is a credit to management…a gem right here in Pakenham.

    Rebecca Nicholls

  • Attentive Banquet Floor Service

    Coordinated table service ensures prompt banquets, attentive drink maintenance, and menu recommendations without feeling rushed.

    We shared the 3-course banquet menu and every dish was cooked perfectly and served promptly.

    Chavert Valentine

Signature pasta and main courses recommended by diners

  • Beef Cheeks

    The beef cheeks, pork rib eye, and spaghetti marinara were all spot‑on — rich, flavourful, and beautifully cooked.

    Natalie Horskins

  • Eye Fillet

    both had the eye fillet for main, it was faultless and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Perfectly cooked steak, most definitely money well spent for the meal and the experience.

    Nancy-Jean Crawford

  • Gnocchi Ragu

    I had the Gnocchi Ragu it was delicious and the Champagne Cocktail wow!

    Lel S

  • Spaghetti Marinara

    The beef cheeks, pork rib eye, and spaghetti marinara were all spot‑on — rich, flavourful, and beautifully cooked.

    Natalie Horskins

Other favorites

Starters, desserts, and cocktails to complement your dining experience

  • Garlic and Parmesan Bread

    We had the Garlic and Parmesan bread for entree, and both had the eye fillet for main, it was faultless and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

    Nancy-Jean Crawford

  • Arancini

    The highlights were the prawns, scallops and the arancini.

    C. R.

  • Champagne Cocktail

    I had the Gnocchi Ragu it was delicious and the Champagne Cocktail wow!

    Lel S

  • Affogato

    the Ovest and Van Exan pasta, and of course the Affogato.

    Bianca Pezzutto

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful details, personal celebration gestures, and coordinated event support that elevate dining at Shanikas Pakenham.

  • Surprise Birthday Dessert Plates

    When dining for milestones, floor staff mark the occasion with impromptu complimentary celebratory dessert plates without requiring advance pre-arrangements.

  • Dedicated Private Event Coordination & Drink Tracking

    Event hosts receive hands-on coordination directly from management, including site walk-throughs for seating layouts, advance venue access for setup, and individual drink card numbers to streamline bill settlement.

  • Memorized Tableside Ordering for Large Parties

    Waitstaff accommodate complex multi-guest orders with individual preferences and dietary modifications completely from memory without writing anything down.

  • Take-Home Retail Sauces & Prepared Desserts

    Beyond sit-down dining, guests can purchase ready-made house specialties to take home, including prepared chilled desserts, fresh gnocchi, and packaged sauces.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you host private events or milestone functions?

Yes. Shanikas accommodates private parties and milestone celebrations in spaces such as the Terrace Room, providing set menus, banquet options, and coordination assistance with management.

Can you buy packaged sauces and desserts to take home?

Yes. Diners note that the venue offers ready-made desserts, chilled sauces, and gnocchi available to purchase and take home, in addition to standard takeaway options.

Are reservations accepted for groups and special occasions?

Yes. Bookings are accepted and recommended for dining, with staff able to handle group table arrangements, individual preferences, and dietary requirements.

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