Mayur - Manāli

Had an amazing meal service was very speedy and food was delicious

My search for an authentic trout landed me to Mayur restaurant. Its right on mall road but in a lane so you wont find it easily. A retro look kind of setup. One person who takes your orders, serves you and even give you the bill told us that Mayur is the oldest restaurant in manali since 1970. They have the secret recipe of tandoori trout and no one else has it. We tried both veg and non veg food and its was served hot and freshly prepared. Place is clean and tidy with no rush. You can enjoy good food with old songs playing in the background. Must try this place especially for trout.

Rejuvenate your taste buds! Mr Naresh Sood, now 70, started Mayur Restaurant in 1970, when the hippy culture was in vogue and the place is still very famous with foreigners. He was later joined by his younger brother Mr Rajesh Sood, in his 50s now. The kitchen has been solely managed by the brothers for last 50 years, in order to maintain the authenticity and taste-consistency of their preparations. Every delicacy served on your table is prepared by either one of them. They double up as owners as well as chefs to ensure that foodies get a uniform taste and perfect experience on every visit. On offer are the authentic dishes like Tandoori Trout, Chicken Tikka Masala, Rogan Josh, Chicken Rara, Sepu Bari (local veg delicacy) and much more. An added flavour to the food comes from the warm hospitality offered by the staff and owners alike. A unique specialty of a family run non-franchised business. Prices are bit on a higher side, but overall experience justifies the same. Senior Mr Sood was kind enough to share his experiences of building and keeping the place authentic for 50+ years, over a cup of coffee. Perfect close to a scrumptious dinner. Check out the place on your next visit to Manali and I am sure you will thank me later. Bon Appetite! Hit the like, if the review helped you. Follow me to know Himachal from inside. Himachal that matters to people who live here and the ones who come to enjoy the hills.

Great food, well served and comfortable sitting. Not crowded. Must try.

Went here upon local's suggestion. Cramped seating, . The only plus about this place is a jovial waiter-cum-cashier 1) Veg manchow soup was pungent and totally skippable 2) Hyd chicken Biryani was nothing like a biryani , but more of a poorly made fried rice with masala 3) chilli chicken and mushroom was too tangy ! Prices are high just like most other joints around this area . Given a choice I would go elsewhere :