IL Forno Restaurant - Siyal - Manali

IL Forno is a long-established Italian restaurant on Hadimba Temple Road in Manali, set inside a historic wooden lodge surrounded by gardens and mountain scenery.

It is one of the area's best-known destinations for Italian cuisine, particularly its wood-fired pizzas, and consistently ranks among the top-rated restaurants in Manali.

The menu focuses on authentic Italian fare, including wood-fired pizzas, calzones, lasagna, pasta, bruschetta, salads, soups, sandwiches, desserts, and coffee.

Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Popular choices frequently mentioned by diners include the pizzas, lasagna, tiramisu, hot chocolate, and bruschetta. 

One of IL Forno's defining features is its setting. The restaurant occupies a 19th-century lodge built in traditional Western Himalayan Kathkuni architecture, with both cozy indoor seating and a landscaped outdoor garden overlooking the mountains.

Many visitors describe it as a peaceful retreat away from the busier parts of Manali, making it popular for leisurely lunches and dinners. 

• Cuisine: Italian, Pizza, European.

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner, and brunch are offered.

• Amenities: Outdoor seating, takeout, reservations, free parking, Wi-Fi, wheelchair accessibility, and alcoholic beverages are available.

• Opening hours: Daily from around 10:30/11:00 AM to 10:30 PM, though it's worth checking current hours before visiting.