Onam 2026: Indulge in these delicious meals in Mumbai

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A festive treat

Dakshin at ITC has been a favourite for soulful South Indian meals. Head there for a lavish vegetarian Sadhya that brings together Avial, Olan, Kalan, Erissery, Sambar and Paruppu Thalichathu, alongside an array of festive accompaniments and traditional payasams. It is a generous expression of Kerala's harvest-time table.
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WHEN: August 16 to 26;
WHERE: Dakshin, ITC Grand Central, Mumbai
PRICE: Rs 3250 onwards

A classic feast

For a grand Kerala Sadhya served on a banana leaf, with more than 40 dishes that move from pachadis, pickles and curries to rice and familiar festive accompaniments, head to Santosham. Save room for the sweet finish: Palada Pradhaman, Parippu Pradhaman and Semiya Payasam.
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WHEN: August 21 to 23, 26 and 28 to 30
WHERE: Santosham, Marine Drive and Powai; Thane on August 26
PRICE: Rs 1449 onwards

A riot of flavours

A 25-plus-dish Sadhya brings the festive table to life at Kamats Legacy. Served unlimited on a banana leaf, expect Avial, Kaalan, Olan, Erissery, Sambar and Parippu Curry, followed by the comforting sweetness of Ada Pradhaman and Semiya Payasam.
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WHEN: August 22 to 30
WHERE: Kamats Legacy, Nariman Point, Vashi, Malad and Mira Road
PRICE: Rs 999

Love on a leaf

More than 25 dishes come together in this traditional spread, from Upperi, Avial, Olan and Kootu Curry to Erissery, Sambar and Rasam. Kerala staples complete the meal, with Ada Payasam and Parippu Payasam bringing it to a sweet close.
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WHEN: August 26 and 27
WHERE: Banana Leaf, all outlets
PRICE: Rs 700 onwards

A celebration with a twist

Chef Abhishek Joshi brings his take on the festive spread to PUBLIC, with both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Alongside Avial, Olan, Kalan and Erissery, the latter brings Fish Fry, Mutton Pepper Fry and Alleppey Fish Curry, ending with Payasam.
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WHEN: August 16; 12 pm and 2 pm
WHERE: PUBLIC Beer Hall & Snack Bar, Versova
PRICE: Rs 1300 vegetarian; Rs 1750 non-vegetarian

At the heart of it all

HyLo, Kala Ghoda, brings the warmth of a traditional Onam table to the city with an unlimited Sadhya. Avial, Pachadi and Sambar lead into a generous spread, with Ada Pradhaman and Parippu Pradhaman providing the final flourish.
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WHEN: August 26; 12 pm-2 pm and 2 pm-4 pm
WHERE: HyLo, Kala Ghoda
PRICE: Rs 1299 onwards per person

Small plates, big on taste

Folk keeps things intimate with an 11 to 15-dish Sadhya served in individual portions. Matta rice, Sambar, coconut-rich Avial, Olan, Thoran and Beetroot Kichadi share the leaf with banana and jaggery chips, Puli Inji and Vadugupuli, before Adapradhaman, Papadom and ginger chaas round things off.
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WHEN: August 25 and 26
WHERE: Folk, Kala Ghoda
PRICE: R950

Southern culinary heritage

A spectacular 56-dish Sadhya brings together Olan, Kalan, Avial, Kootu Curry and an array of pachadis, alongside banana and jackfruit chips, Appam, Kal Dosa and Malabari Paratha. The dessert course is equally celebratory, with Ada Pradhaman, Kadala Pradhaman and Mambazha or Chakka Pradhaman.
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WHEN: August 22 to 26
WHERE: South of Vindhyas, The Orchid Hotel, Vile Parle
PRICE: Rs 2649

Beyond the greens

Nair On Fire brings the comfort of a home-style Kerala Sadhya to Mumbai homes, with vegetarian, chicken and seafood versions. Expect Avial, Olan and Sambar alongside Fish Fry and other meat and seafood specialities, with Palada Pradhaman for a sweet finish. Each Sadhya is designed for two and delivered across the city.
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WHEN: August 22 to 23, 26 and 28 to 30; lunch delivery
WHERE: Doorstep delivery across Mumbai
PRICE: Rs 2100 vegetarian; Rs 2400 chicken; Rs 2550 seafood