ONAM SADYA FESTIVITIES
Dine with a Difference at Elai Basingstoke
📅 Date: Sunday, September 6th
⏰ Sessions: 12:30 PM & 5:30 PM (17:30)
🍱 Feast: 20+ Traditional Kerala Dishes on Banana Leaf
💷 Price: £27.95 Per Person (£10 Pre-booking essential)
Why Celebrate Onam at Elai?
20+ Traditional Dishes
From crispy papadums and pickles to rich Sambar, Avial, Thoran, and sweet Payasam—experience a full Kerala culinary journey.
Authentic Banana Leaf Experience
Served fresh on traditional banana leaves for an authentic harvest festival dining experience right in Hampshire.
Dine with a Difference
Enjoy award-winning hospitality, pristine ambiance, and true Southern Indian flavor created by expertly trained chefs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Onam Sadya is a grand, traditional vegetarian feast celebrated during the Kerala harvest festival. At Elai, we serve over 20 authentic culinary delicacies spread across a fresh banana leaf.
The event takes place on Sunday, September 6th at Elai Indian Restaurant located at Unit 1 Anchor Court, 28 London Street, Basingstoke RG21 7NY.
We offer two dedicated dining sessions: the Lunch Session at 12:30 PM and the Evening Session at 5:30 PM (17:30).
The Onam Sadya feast is priced at £27.95 per person. A pre-booking deposit of £10.00 is essential to confirm your reservation.
You can reserve online via elai.uk/book-a-table, call us directly at 012 5632 2774, or send a message on WhatsApp to +44 7341 141096.
Yes, pre-booking is essential with a £10 deposit per person as seating is limited and banana leaf preparations are arranged strictly according to reservations.
Yes! The traditional Onam Sadya is naturally 100% vegetarian, and many of the 20+ dishes served are naturally vegan-friendly.
Yes, we can accommodate gluten-free and other allergen requests. Please inform our team of any dietary requirements when placing your reservation deposit.
In true Kerala tradition, guests are encouraged to eat with their hands from the banana leaf! However, cutlery is always available upon request.
Yes, convenient public parking garages and street parking options are available in central Basingstoke near Anchor Court and London Street.