What should I order at Hotel Selvam?
Hotel Selvam
Chicken Biryani
Frequently recommended for its authentic, flavorful, and homely taste, with a special mention of the minty masala flavor and large chicken pieces, making it a must-try dish at the restaurant.
Mutton Biryani
Highly praised for its taste and traditional preparation, often cited alongside chicken biryani as a signature dish of the restaurant.
Chicken 65
Mentioned multiple times as a tasty and well-prepared starter that complements the meals and biryanis.
Fish Fry
Recommended for its authentic flavors and considered a must-try dish, praised by several reviewers for its taste.
Mutton Fry / Mutton Chukka
Noted for its delicious taste and as a popular accompaniment to meals, often recommended alongside biryanis and other non-vegetarian dishes.
Non-Vegetarian Meals
Appreciated for the homely, traditional flavors and reasonable pricing, offering a variety of well-cooked items including mutton curry, brain fry, liver, and boti curry.
Mutton Boti
Mentioned as a must-try dish, praised for its taste and quality.
Location details
Kuppanur - Yercaud Ghat Rd, Yercaud, Kombaikkadu, Tamil Nadu, 636601, IN
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Friday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Saturday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | 8 to 10 AM, 12:30 to 3:30 PM, 7 to 9:30 PM |
About Hotel Selvam
Hotel Selvam is a restaurant in Yercaud, Kombaikkadu, Tamil Nadu, serving breakfast, Chettinad food, fast food, Indian food, and seafood. Reviewers consistently praise its traditional South Indian and non-vegetarian dishes, especially biryani, fish fry, sambar, and mutton chukka, along with a homely, old-style taste. It is described as a casual, trendy place that draws locals, tourists, groups, and solo diners, and it usually has a wait. The price range is ₹200 to ₹400, and the restaurant offers dine-in, takeout, and delivery.
Amenities & services
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Offerings
- Halal food
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Table service
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Locals
- Tourists
Planning
- Usually a wait
Children
- Good for kids
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Hotel Selvam known for?
Hotel Selvam is best known for its biryani, especially chicken biriyani and mutton biryani, plus fish fry and mutton chukka. Reviewers repeatedly mention the traditional, old-style taste and say the food feels homely and worth the wait, even when the place is crowded.
What dishes are most recommended at Hotel Selvam?
The most recommended items are biryani, fish fry, chicken 65, mutton chukka, and pepper chicken, with sambar and idly also mentioned for breakfast. Several reviews also call out parota, egg dosa, and the non-veg meals as especially good value for the taste.
What is the atmosphere like at Hotel Selvam?
The atmosphere is casual and busy, with an old-looking, medium-sized dining room that reviewers describe as traditional and homely. It suits groups, locals, tourists, and solo diners, but people should expect a crowded room and some patience for service during peak times.
Is Hotel Selvam good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often describe the food as affordable, average in cost, or not too costly, and the listed price range is ₹200 to ₹400. Many say the biryani and meals are worth the price because the taste feels traditional and satisfying.
When is the best time to visit Hotel Selvam?
Reviewers say it gets very crowded on weekends and Sunday lunch can mean a 20-minute wait or more, with some dishes selling out by around 2 pm. Breakfast is also time-sensitive, since one review notes limited morning service windows and Sunday morning is when more items are available.
Is parking available at Hotel Selvam?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Is the food at Hotel Selvam halal?
Yes, Hotel Selvam serves halal food.
Is Hotel Selvam kid-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Selvam is good for kids.
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