An Onam Sadya is less a meal than a gathering that happens to be built around food. This year we are hosting it at Lords83 in Wayanad, and if you are still deciding where your family, friends or team will sit down for Sadya this season, here is everything you need to know.
Onam Sadya being served on a banana leaf at Lords83, Wayanad
The Sadya Menu, Served on a Banana Leaf
This is the full traditional spread, served the way it is meant to be, on a fresh banana leaf. If you would like to see what our kitchen serves the rest of the year, explore our dining at Lords83.
Ela, Salt, Banana, Banana Chips, Sharkkara Varatty, Pappadam, Curd Chilly, Mango Pickle, Lemon Pickle, Inji Puli, Kichadi, Pachadi, Avial, Olan, Kaalan, Madhura Curry, Koottu Curry, Upperi, Matta Rice, Parippu, Ghee, Sambar, Rasam, Moru, Pulissery, Parippu Pradhaman and Palada Payasam.
Priced at Rs. 790 net per person.
Pookalam and Sadya: The Complete Onam Setting
Before the meal begins, guests are welcomed by a Pookalam at the entrance, the floral carpet that signals Onam has arrived. Fresh flowers, laid by hand, set the tone for what follows. The Pookalam and the Sadya are the two things that make Onam feel like Onam, and both are part of your celebration here.
Terms and Conditions
- Minimum group size: A minimum of 25 guests is required to arrange the Sadya.
- Advance notice: Prior confirmation is required at least 3 days before the scheduled date of the Sadya.
Group and Corporate Bookings
Because the Sadya is prepared for 25 guests and above, it suits larger gatherings rather than a table for two. It works particularly well for:
- Extended family gatherings, where relatives come together for the festival
- Friend groups marking Onam with a proper sit-down meal
- Corporate teams, for whom Onam is one of the best reasons of the year to plan an outing
For corporate groups, the Sadya pairs naturally with the rest of the resort for a full day out. Timing, seating and dietary requirements across a mixed team are all arranged directly with our team over a call.
When Onam 2026 Falls
Thiruvonam, the main day of the festival, falls on August 26, 2026. With 3 days of advance notice required and group Sadyas filling up around this window, it is best to confirm your date as early as you can.
Why Wayanad for Onam
Onam in a city usually means a booked hall and a drive through traffic. In Wayanad it means cool hill air, green on every side, and a pace that actually matches the festival. You are welcome to join us for the Sadya alone, or turn it into a short break: our rooms and suites can be booked separately around your visit.
How to Book
Sadya bookings are handled directly over a call, given the group size and notice period involved. Call us at +91 7591 985 985 with your preferred date, guest count and any dietary requirements, and we will confirm your booking.
FAQs: Onam 2026 at Lords83
What is included in the Sadya?
A complete traditional Onam Sadya served on a banana leaf, with the full spread of pappadam, pickles, avial, olan, kaalan, sambar, rasam, moru, pulissery, parippu pradhaman, palada payasam and more, at Rs. 790 net per person.
Is there a minimum group size?
Yes. A minimum of 25 guests is required to arrange the Sadya.
How far in advance do we need to book?
Confirmation is required at least 3 days before your scheduled Sadya date.
Can we book for a corporate team?
Yes. Corporate teams are welcome, and the Sadya works well as the centrepiece of a larger Onam team outing at the resort.
How do we book?
Bookings are taken over a call only. Ring +91 7591 985 985 to confirm your date and group size.
Do we need to stay overnight?
No. The Sadya can be booked on its own. If you would like to extend the day into a break, rooms and suites can be booked separately.
Planning your Onam 2026 celebration? Call +91 7591 985 985 to reserve your Sadya, or read more about the Onam celebration at Lords83 if you would like the full picture of the festival at our resort.
