Onam is almost here, and the city’s culinary scene is gearing up for Kerala’s grandest annual feast. The heart of this grand Kerala celebration lies in the traditional Onam Sadhya, which is an elaborate,
multi-course vegetarian banquet traditionally served on a fresh banana leaf, featuring anywhere from 20 to 30 distinct dishes.
From comforting classics like avial, thoran, olan, and aromatic sambar to zesty pachadis, crispy banana chips and crunchy papadams, every element delivers a perfect balance of sweet, tangy and spiced Kerala flavours. The grand ritual traditionally concludes with rich, comforting bowls of payasam, such as Palada Pradhaman and Sharkara Ada Pradhaman.
And you don't need to fly south to experience this rich culinary heritage. Mumbai’s top South Indian spots are dishing out authentic, soul-satisfying spreads starting at just ₹700 per head.
7 budget-friendly Onam Sadya in Mumbai
Kamat's Legacy
Kamat's Legacy is going all out with an unlimited Sadya featuring more than 30 traditional dishes, served the classic banana-leaf way. From avial and olan to erissery, pulissery, parippu curry and payasams, it’s built for a long, indulgent festive meal.
When: August 22–30, 2026
Where: Kamat's Legacy, Mumbai and Navi Mumbai outlets
Cost: ₹999 + taxes
Banana Leaf
Banana Leaf returns with its annual Onam Sadya, bringing 25-plus vegetarian delicacies to the banana leaf. Expect everything from upperi and sharkara varati to avial, olan, kootu curry, sambar, rasam and multiple payasams.
When: August 26–27, 2026
Where: Banana Leaf, Versova
Cost: ₹700 onwards
Kerala Cafe
Kerala Cafe’s 27-item Sadya is a feast for anyone who likes variety. The spread includes red rice, sambar, beetroot pachadi, thoran, erissery, avial, rasam and three different payasams, alongside classic chips, pappadam and pickle.
When: August 22–30, 2026
Where: Kerala Cafe, Chembur, Vasai and Fort
Cost: ₹999 for dine-in; ₹1,299 for takeaway
Taste of Kerala
Taste of Kerala keeps things traditional with its Sadya served on a banana leaf. The spread brings together inji puli, chips, thoran, kootu curry, sambar and rasam, with payasam and buttermilk to finish the meal.
When: August 23–30, 2026
Where: Taste of Kerala, Fort
Cost: ₹700 onwards
Deluxe
For an old-school Kerala dining experience, Deluxe in Fort is serving its traditional Onam Sadya across the festive period. The vegetarian spread focuses on familiar Kerala preparations in a straightforward, traditional setting.
When: August 21–30, 2026
Where: Deluxe, Fort
Cost: Around ₹700 (Pricing is based on previous listings and should be confirmed before visiting.)
The Kerala Table
Navi Mumbai diners can head to The Kerala Table for a 16-dish Sadya featuring Kerala favourites such as sambar, kaalan, olan, pachadi, thoran and rasam. Two varieties of payasam round off the homestyle festive spread.
When: August 26, 2026
Where: The Kerala Table, Palm Beach Galleria Mall, Vashi
Cost: ₹999+
Theeram Restaurant
Theeram brings its Kerala-style Sadya to Kalina, with the traditional banana-leaf feast available for both dine-in and takeaway. It’s a convenient option if you want to celebrate Onam at home without cooking the elaborate spread yourself.
When: August 21–30, 2026
Where: Church Road, Kalina, Santacruz East
Cost: Dine-in ₹750 onwards; takeaway/delivery ₹800 onwards
Pro tip: These Sadya spreads are likely to be popular around Thiruvonam, so booking ahead or opting for takeaway can save you a last-minute scramble.
