Onam, Kerala’s grand harvest festival, brings with it vibrant cultural celebrations and, most importantly, the much-anticipated Sadhya. Rooted in the legend of King Mahabali, whose prosperous reign is celebrated through this festival, Onam unites families across the world in a celebration of abundance. The highlight of this festivity is the Onam Sadhya—a traditional vegetarian feast served on a banana leaf, featuring a delightful array of dishes that encapsulate the flavours of Kerala.
From crispy banana chips and tangy pickles to the creamy payasam, the Sadhya is a culinary journey that reflects the state’s rich heritage. While traditionally enjoyed at home, many restaurants across India’s major cities now offer authentic Sadhyas, allowing everyone to experience this festive indulgence. Whether you're in Mumbai, Bangalore, or Delhi, the best Onam Sadhyas bring Kerala's festive spirit to your plate in 2024. One should remember, these meals can be non-vegetarian too, if you would like it to be. Here's a look at where to go for the best Sadhya meals in Mumbai, Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR.
Tat, the month old Coastal Cuisine restaurant invites guests to experience the vibrant traditions of Kerala with an exclusive Onam Sadhya. The two-day dining experience features a traditional meal served on a Kansa Thali lined with a banana leaf, where each dish is introduced with a brief explanation of its significance, enhancing the cultural immersion.
Vegetarian Sadhya includes a selection of Kerala's most cherished dishes, such as Sambar, Pulissery, Avial, Beetroot Pachadi, and the sweet Ada Pradhaman, complemented by accompaniments like rice, pappadum, banana chips, and pickles.
Non-Vegetarian Sadhya offers the same traditional accompaniments along with Malabari Chicken Curry, Kerala Mutton Ishtu, and Fish Fry, blending Kerala’s rich flavours with coconut, spices, and tangy chutneys.
This special Onam Sadhya is available for two days only, with a vegetarian option priced at ₹1000 and a non-vegetarian option at ₹1200, both served unlimited. No a la carte items will be available during the Sadya to maintain the authenticity of the experience.
When: 14th & 15th September 2024
Where: Tat, Godrej Two, The Trees, Vikhroli, Mumbai
Price: Vegetarian ₹1000/ Non-vegetarian ₹1200
Grand Hyatt Mumbai is hosting an authentic Onam Sadhya Experience on September 15th at Fifty Five East. This special event will feature a traditional multi-course vegetarian meal with over 27 dishes, prepared and served in a manner true to Kerala's culinary heritage. Renowned Chef Marina Balakrishnan will curate an elaborate feast designed to transport guests to the heart of Kerala, offering a rich and immersive dining experience.
Where: Fifty-Five East, Grand Hyatt Mumbai
Date: September 15, 2024
Timings: 12 PM – 2 PM and 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Price: INR 3500++
Reservations: +91 7045950135 / 7045950137.
Sofitel, the luxurious hotel in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex, is celebrating Onam with a special Sadhya Brunch next Sunday. Guests can enjoy an authentic taste of Kerala with a traditional menu, featuring the vibrant flavours of the Malabar Thattukada stage, which brings Kerala's street food to life with live cooking. The menu offers a variety of South Indian delicacies, including traditional dishes, seafood, and meat grills infused with aromatic Southern spices. A selection of authentic Southern pickles adds a tangy twist, while the meal concludes with a delightful assortment of Payassams and an exotic patisserie, offering a perfect balance of festive flavours and indulgence.
When: Sunday, 15th September, 2024 - 12:30 to 4:00 pm
Where: Sofitel Mumbai BKC, C 57, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai – 400051
Price: The brunch is priced at ₹4,199 plus taxes per person (without alcohol) and ₹4,999 plus taxes per person (with alcohol).
Reservations: +91 91673 91130
Undoubtedly, the garden city springs up at the opportunity of serving a delicious meal all across its iconic restaurants. But places like KCK are so much in demand that one may after all not get a meal even after hours of queuing up. Don't worry, OT has a list of Sadhya specials that you can reserve.
Maayaa's Onam thalis pay homage to Kerala's rich culinary heritage, featuring the finest seasonal ingredients for a vibrant and flavorful experience. The menu includes classic dishes such as Avial and Erissery, along with delectable desserts like Elaneer Payasam and Palada Payasam, each prepared with the care and precision that Maayaa is known for.
Date: 14th and 15th September
Time: 12:30 – 3.30 PM
Price: Veg thali 899++; non-veg thali 1299 ++
Venue: Maayaa Restaurant, The Courtyard by Sublime, Prestige Trade Tower, Palace Rd, Sampangi Rama Nagar, High Grounds, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560001
The hotel welcomes you to celebrate the homecoming of King Mahabali with a grand Onam Sadhya. The feast captures the traditional flavors of Kerala, offering a true taste of the state's rich culinary heritage. Guests can indulge in timeless classics such as Neyyappam, Avial, Kootu Curry, Thoran, Olan, Kalan, Pachadi, Inji Puli, and Erissery. Each dish is crafted with a perfect balance of spices, designed to awaken the senses, and is served alongside wholesome Parippu, Matta rice, and the delightful flavors of Sambar and Rasam, all presented on a traditional banana leaf. The Sadhya concludes with a sweet finish, featuring desserts like Paal Payasam, ensuring a perfect end to this festive feast.
Venue: MOF, Hilton Bangalore Embassy Golflinks
Date: 15th September
Timing: 12:30 pm to 04:00 pm
Price: Starting from INR 1499 plus taxes
For more details, please call : +91 7353759831 or +91 7353759820
The posh hotel invites guests to celebrate Onam with a curated selection of Kerala's finest culinary offerings. For those who prefer to enjoy the festival at home, the Onam Namma Tiffin Treat provides a convenient way to savour traditional Kerala delicacies. For an immersive dining experience, the Onam Power Meal offers a 3-course set menu featuring authentic Kerala dishes, from traditional starters to a sweet Payasam finale. On 15th September 2024, enjoy a traditional Onam Sadhya lunch at the hotel, featuring over 20 dishes served on a banana leaf, embodying the true spirit of Kerala’s rich heritage.
Power Meal - Onam Edition: 5th September to 14th September | The Bengaluru Brasserie | Time: 12:30pm - 5:30pm | Prices Veg : INR 699 ++ taxes |
Namma Tiffin Box: 9th September to 14th September | Price: INR 899++taxes
Onam Sadhya - 15th september | Veg : INR 1199++taxes| Non veg INR 1399++taxes
For more details, call: +91 95901510193
Radisson Blu invites guests to celebrate the vibrant festival of Onam with a special Sadhya at Melange, the hotel's elegant all-day dining restaurant. From September 13 to 15, 2024, guests can enjoy a traditional Onam feast served in the authentic style on a banana leaf. The curated menu includes a variety of classic Kerala dishes, such as Kerala Rice, Sambar, Moru Curry, Paruppu Curry, Avial, Kalan, Cabbage Thoran, Beetroot Pachadi, Cucumber Kichadi, Pineapple Kichadi, Erissery, and traditional pickles like Lemon and Mango Pickle, along with Inji Puli. The meal is complemented by snacks like Chips and Sharkara Varatti, and desserts such as Paruppu Payasam and Ada Pradhaman, accompanied by fresh Pazham (banana) and crisp Pappadam.
When: 13th - 15th September, 2024
Time: Lunch service begins at 12 pm, followed by dinner at 6:30 pm.
Price: ₹1600 plus taxes per person
Venue: Radisson Blu, Bengaluru, Outer Ring Road, 90/4, Outer Ring Road, Marathahalli Village, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560037
For reservations, call: +91 80 6707 6909
This September, Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield wants guests to celebrate the vibrant spirit of Onam with a grand feast at MCafe. The Malabar Diary food fest offers a culinary journey through Kerala's lush landscapes and rich traditions. The menu showcases Kerala’s rich culinary heritage with bold flavours such as Nadan Kozhi Curry, aromatic Malabar Mutton Biryani, and tangy Meen Mulakittathu. The spread also features timeless vegetarian classics like Avial and Kootu Curry, each perfectly spiced to awaken the senses. For those celebrating Onam, the traditional Sadhya menu offers a soulful feast, including Palada Payasam, Avial, Elaneer Payasam, Erissery, Olan, Inji Puli, Madhura Curry, and Kurukku Kalan, promising to transport guests to the heart of Kerala.
Venue: M Café, Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield
Date: 5th to 15th September
Timing: 12:30 pm to 04:00 pm
Price: INR 2300++ onwards
For more details, please call: +91 80-49435000
The sacred festival brings together Mahabali's subjects and visitors alike to enjoy a grand Sadhya. The curated menu includes a variety of traditional Kerala dishes such as Injipuli, Kichadi, Pachadi, Kootu Curry, Beans Thoran, Avial, Erissery, Parippu, Kerala Sambar, Kalan, Rasam, and Moru. The feast concludes with an assortment of Payasam, including the renowned Kerala Parippu Pradhaman, and a selection of Kozhikode halwa: Black Halwa, Jaggery Halwa, and Malabar Halwa. Complementing the feast is the Chayakkada – a Kerala tea and coffee station, along with chips and fritters that evoke the essence of Kerala.
For those who prefer brunch, a variety of specialty counters offer a quintessential Onam experience, including Puttu and Kadala Curry, Appam/Idiyappam with an array of stews, and Hand-Made Pidi with Kozhi Curry (rice dumplings), among other traditional dishes.
When: Onam-focused brunch on either the 8th or the 15th; traditional banana leaf Sadhya on the 13th and 14th.
Price: 2899++ taxes non alcoholic | 3899++ taxes with alcohol
Time: 12:30pm to 4:00pm
Venue: Feast, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway
For reservations, call: 8792493438 / 9620388234
Dakshin at Sheraton New Delhi, the city's celebrated South Indian restaurant, is bringing the vibrant spirit of Onam to the capital. Famous for its authentic regional flavors, Dakshin invites you to immerse yourself in Kerala's rich cultural heritage with a special Onam Sadhya. From September 6th to 15th, 2024, Dakshin will host a series of Onam festivities, featuring an elaborate Sadhya feast, including traditional delicacies like Avial, Pyaru Thovaran, Erusseri, Kootu Curry, and Kalan, among others. The restaurant's design draws inspiration from traditional South Indian temples, adorned with intricate silver, copper, and brass artifacts. If you are looking for a good Sadhya meal in Delhi-NCR, this is the place to be.
Where: Dakshin, Sheraton Grand, Saket District Centre, District atre, Sector 6, Pushp Vihar, New Delhi, Delhi 110017
Price: ₹4800 for two
Dates: 6th-15th September
Timing: 12:30 pm – 02:45 pm and 7 pm- 11:45 pm
Roots, a cafe in the park in Gurgaon, is celebrated for its laid-back, eco-conscious ambiance serving home style meals. This Onam, they are crafting an authentic Sadhya using organic ingredients, promising a meal that's both nutritious and flavourful. With its tranquil outdoor setting, Roots is the perfect place for families and friends to come together and enjoy a festive Sadhya feast in a serene, natural atmosphere.
Where: Roots - Cafe in the Park, Leisure Valley Rd, Near Rajiv Gandhi Park, Sector 29, Gurugram, Haryana 122001
Price on request
Dates: 5th-15th September
Timing: 8 am to 9:30 pm