Restaurant Selvam storefront on Jalan Temenggong in Melaka
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Restaurant Selvam

Indian Jalan Temenggong Daily 07:00-22:00

Restaurant Selvam is a long-running South Indian restaurant on Jalan Temenggong known for banana-leaf meals, biryani, dosa, roti canai and generous curry sides.

South Indian Food on Jalan Temenggong

Restaurant Selvam is a long-running South Indian restaurant close to Melaka’s Bandar Hilir heritage sights. It suits travellers looking for an affordable local meal away from the most tourist-focused dining rooms.

What to Order

The menu covers banana-leaf biryani, roti canai, dosa, vegetarian set meals and teh tarik. Curry, dhal and chutney sides are part of the casual self-service experience, alongside rice sets, paratha, lassi and familiar Malaysian drinks.

Hours and Dietary Notes

Restaurant Selvam opens around 7am to 10pm daily. Vegetarian dishes are available, but the restaurant is not halal-certified.

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