As the harvest festival season kicks off, it’s time to indulge in the ultimate Onam Sadhya — the traditional Kerala feast served on a banana leaf. This grand lunch, consisting of over 20 delicious dishes, is a highlight for those from Kerala, Indian, and food enthusiasts across the globe. In Dubai, with its large Keralite expat community, there’s no shortage of amazing places to enjoy a lavish Sadhya this weekend.
Here are 9 of the best Onam Sadhya spots to check out:
- Calicut Paragon
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Known as one of the world’s legendary restaurants, Dubai’s Calicut Paragon outlets in Al Nahda and Karama are serving a 24-dish Onam Sadhya. Takeaway: AED 49 (2-day preorder required), Dine-in: AED 46. Available on September 15 from 12pm to 3:30pm. - Aaraamam
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A go-to for beef curry and parottas, Aaraamam will offer a 21-dish Sadhya. Takeaway: AED 43, Dine-in: AED 40. Lunch starts at 12pm on September 15. - Dhe Puttu
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Owned by actor Dileep, this restaurant serves a 26-item Onam Sadhya. Dine-in: AED 46, Takeaway: AED 49. Available September 13-16, with takeaways only on September 15. - Nalukettu, Dubai Grand Hotel
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Experience Kerala culture with 28-dish Sadhya. Dine-in: AED 45, Takeaway: AED 48. Available September 13-15 from 12pm to 4pm. - Kayaloram
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Known for seafood, Kayaloram offers a delicious Onam Sadhya. Dine-in: AED 40, Takeaway: AED 42. Available on September 15 from 12pm to 4pm. - Amrutha
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Famous for its traditional avial, Amrutha offers a 27-item Sadhya. Dine-in: AED 40, Takeaway: AED 42. Available from 12pm-4pm. - Lallumma’s
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Run by Chef Fathima Razoo, enjoy a 33-dish Sadhya from September 12-15. Dine-in: AED 43, Takeaway: AED 46. Repeat session on September 21-22. - Bombay Borough
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Offering an upscale twist on Sadhya, Bombay Borough serves a 20+ dish menu from September 13-15. Veg platter: AED 165, Non-Veg platter: AED 185. - Salkara
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Nostalgia meets tradition with Salkara’s Malabar-style Onam Sadhya. Dine-in: AED 45, Takeaway: AED 48. Available all day on September 15.