The story
Tucked away in Piazza Vittorio, Selon Chef Restaurant is a no-frills destination for authentic Sri Lankan cuisine that consistently punches above its price point. While the exterior may be unassuming, the kitchen delivers bold, flavorful cooking that has earned it a reputation as a neighborhood gem. Creator Romaffamata highlights the spot for its exceptionally well-fried snacks and generous rice boxes, noting that the experience is defined by both the quality of the food and the kindness of the staff.
The menu is a vibrant showcase of spices, featuring standout items like Frittelle di Legumi e Curry, Fagottino di Tonno, Uovo e Patate, and Maiale in Agrodolce. Diners can also explore vegetable-forward options such as Melanzane Stufate con Cipolla e Spezie and Hummus di Lenticchie al Curry. For those seeking authentic, unpretentious cooking in Rome, this hidden find is well worth the visit.
Synthesised by AI from every creator’s review. First reviewed 2023.
Most-loved dishes
AI summary of what 4 dish mentions say about the food
The frittelle di legumi steal the show, earning raves for their crisp, savory depth. Overall, the food delivers a warm, comforting vibe that feels both rustic and refined.
“This is a fritter made with yellow flour and legumes, definitely with curry — very delicate, with a nice spicy kick. It vaguely resembles falafel in texture, honestly I wouldn't have guessed it, but we only got it because it looked scenic and a bit trashy.”
What creators say
1 creator has covered Selon Chef Restaurant. Most active: Romaffamata
Selon Chef Restaurant is a no-frills Sri Lankan spot in Piazza Vittorio where the food is excellent and the staff is incredibly kind, proving that the exterior doesn't reflect the quality inside.
Dishes mentioned
- Frittelle di Legumi e Curry
- Fagottino di Tonno, Uovo e Patate
Frittellina Senza Fossile
This is another little fritter, identical to the previous one but without the fossil inside. Maybe we should have bought a biscuit instead, but no, I get it — these are called something I don't remember, but they're used to eat with creams, like hummus.
Riso Bianco con Condimenti
We got a box of rice with four different toppings, including meat. The lady recommended we put white rice at the base, then a mix of cashews, peas, and chili with some threads that I think are onion or shallot. Then there's a stewed eggplant with onion and various spices, a kind of lentil hummus that's yellow because of all the curry, and finally a sweet and sour pork that she said was super good. The lentil hummus is delicious, we need to buy a kilo of it. The eggplants are amazing. The cashews are very fresh — I've never seen cashews this fresh, they feel more like a legume. The sweet and sour pork is well cooked, the external lacquer is very particular, and with white rice it works great to balance the strong spices. It's very good, well made, quite tender.
