Our Story
‘Qissa’ is an Arabic word meaning a story, or a tale. We tell the extraordinary stories behind the foods we eat.
A word that means a tale.
Food is all about its story — the origin, the spices, the texture and the taste of every dish. It is the cornerstone of daily life, of culture and of history.
At Qissa we showcase the finest in Indian cuisine, built on careful attention to every aspect of service, food and ambience. Every plate is a chapter worth telling.
Rooted in every region.
From the buttery kitchens of Delhi to the coconut coast of Goa, the peppery depth of Chettinad and the slow-sealed biryanis of Hyderabad — our recipes stay true to the regions that gave them life.
A menu that changes with the seasons, always built on the freshest ingredients, with generous vegetarian and vegan choices.
Made by hand, over fire.
Marinades measured by memory, breads pulled fresh from a glowing tandoor, spices ground for depth not shortcut. Our kitchen treats every order as a performance.
It is this care — unhurried, precise, generous — that turns a meal into an occasion.
Beneath the blossoms.
A canopy of blossom overhead, navy velvet, warm brass light and marble underfoot. Qissa is a place of gathering and celebration in the heart of Sevenoaks.
A place for business and for pleasure, for the everyday and the once-in-a-lifetime. Let the story begin.
Join us in Sevenoaks.
Reserve a table beneath the blossoms, or bring the tale home with our takeaway menu.