#363 Shane Reeves | The Gilroy
About this episode
Jo Rittey interviews Shane Reeves about his restaurant The Gilroy and the importance of hospitality.
I sat down with Shane Reeves at The Gilroy on Bay Street in Port Melbourne, a place I could easily walk to, given I live just down the road, but one that’s absolutely worth the drive or the ride on the 109 tram. Tucked into a quieter stretch of the street, The Gilroy is a narrow, atmospheric space defined by its arched ceiling and the kind of cocooning warmth that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. It’s a venue that feels both polished and deeply personal; European in spirit, but unmistakably local. With over 30 years in hospitality, Shane has created more than just a wine bar and restaurant. He’s built a space grounded in mentorship, integrity, and connection: from supporting young kitchen talent to championing local suppliers and curating a 200-plus bottle wine list. We had a lovely chat about hospitality with heart and about creating somewhere people feel known, looked after, and always welcome. I stayed on for dinner and had a delicious escabeche with white anvovies and local mussels, the cheese souffle and the cotoletta. I’m already thinking about when I’ll wander back.
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