Selma is one of Bogota's standout mediterranean bistro, Colombian produce addresses. Through Colombia Luxury Services we request your table at the right time and handle what surrounds it: private transfers, host coordination and the rest of your night or itinerary.
The experience
Selma is the second Bogotá restaurant of chef Álvaro Clavijo, who also runs El Chato, a few steps away on the same street. Opened in late 2023, it is the more casual sibling: a Mediterranean bistro that uses Colombian produce, set in a restored house with exposed wooden beams and a pitched ceiling. The room is lively, with an open kitchen and music on select nights. The bar is central, and the cocktail program invites guest bartenders from leading venues across Latin America. Esteban Olaya is head chef.
At a glance
Price level: $$ moderate · $$$ premium · $$$$ ultra-premium, indicative; final pricing confirmed when you book.
On the menu
The menu draws on Spanish, Greek, Italian and North African cooking with Colombian produce. Dishes cited include smoked tiradito with mandarin and yellow pepper curry, sea bass crudo, a carpaccio of watermelon smoked for 24 hours, crab rice, focaccia, pasta, stracciatella and pistachio baklava.
Menu highlights compiled from public sources and rotate seasonally; your concierge confirms current dishes.
Why book Selma with CLS
- Reservation requests handled early, with the best available options
- The right table and timing for your group
- Private transport coordinated around your booking
- A host to manage the experience end to end
- Folded into your wider CLS itinerary
- Local expertise on the best nights and menus
What CLS arranges
- Restaurant reservation secured by CLS
- Preferred table & timing
- Host coordination
- Private transfer coordination
- Special-occasion arrangements on request
Add-ons
- Private chef or pre-dinner at your villa
- Photographer
- Private security
- Decorations for celebrations
- Extend into a full night out / bar tour
Perfect for
- Couples & date nights
- Groups of friends
- Special occasions
- Corporate dinners
- UHNW travelers
Frequently asked questions
What kind of restaurant is Selma?
Selma is a mediterranean bistro, Colombian produce in Chapinero Alto, Bogota.
What is Selma known for?
Selma is known for álvaro Clavijo's relaxed Mediterranean bistro, with a lively bar and guest bartenders..
Has Selma won any awards?
No. 96, Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants 2025
What's the dress code at Selma?
Smart casual. We confirm the exact policy when you book.
Is Selma more casual than El Chato?
Yes. Reviewers describe Selma as the relaxed sibling, a lively Mediterranean bistro, while El Chato is the more experimental fine dining room.
Is Selma a good place for cocktails?
Yes. The bar is a central part of the experience and the program features guest bartenders. Reservations are recommended.
Can CLS get us a table when it is fully booked?
We request your table as early as possible and use our local network to find the best available option; for Selma, booking ahead is the safest way.
Is transport included?
We coordinate private transfers to and from the venue with a professional driver.
Can you build this into a bigger night or itinerary?
Yes. We line up dinners, bars, clubs and transport so the night flows as one plan.
How do we book?
Through your CLS concierge on WhatsApp: tell us your date and group size and we confirm.
Can you handle a special occasion?
Yes, we can arrange birthdays, proposals and celebrations with decorations and extras.
Where is Selma located?
Chapinero Alto, Bogota.
Reserve Selma
Tell us your date and group size, and we confirm availability within hours.
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