10 Best Qatar Restaurants
Explore Qatar’s restaurants with this 10 Best guide. Discover the selections below, read their profiles and visit their official websites to find out more.
Hakkasan Doha
Qatar
Hakkasan Doha serves modern Cantonese cooking at The St. Regis in West Bay. The restaurant’s dim sum selection spans steamed, fried, baked and grilled preparations, offered in combinations of baskets that allow diners to explore several styles. Its main dining room is accompanied by private rooms, a bar and lounge, and a terrace surrounded by greenery. The terrace serves signature dishes and a dedicated cocktail selection, providing a different setting from the indoor dining spaces. With several areas and menus available for groups, Hakkasan can accommodate both a shared Cantonese meal and a larger private occasion.
Zuma Doha
Doha, Qatar
Zuma is a contemporary Japanese izakaya-style restaurant chain with locations worldwide, and the one in Doha is no exception. Known for its stylish and sophisticated ambiance, Zuma Doha offers a unique dining experience with a menu that combines traditional Japanese flavors with modern culinary techniques. The restaurant typically features a variety of dishes, including sushi, sashimi, robata grill items, and other innovative creations. Guests can enjoy a chic setting, often accompanied by a vibrant bar scene, making it a popular choice for both locals and visitors looking for high-quality Japanese cuisine in a cosmopolitan atmosphere. The menu often features a variety of sections, including: Sushi and Sashimi: Zuma is renowned for its high-quality and expertly crafted sushi and sashimi. This may include a selection of nigiri, sashimi platters, and signature rolls incorporating fresh, top-quality fish. Robata Grill: The robata grill section typically offers a variety of skewers and grilled items, showcasing flavors from the traditional Japanese robatayaki technique. Guests can expect dishes like miso-marinated black cod, wagyu beef skewers, and other grilled delicacies. Hot and Cold Small Plates: The menu often includes a selection of hot and cold small plates with a mix of traditional and modern Japanese flavors. This might encompass dishes like edamame with truffle oil, rock shrimp tempura, and black cod with yuzu miso. Main Courses: Zuma Doha may feature main courses that showcase a fusion of Japanese and international influences. This could include dishes like teriyaki-glazed lamb chops, grilled lobster, or Wagyu beef options. Desserts: The dessert menu typically offers a delightful conclusion to the meal, with options such as green tea chocolate fondant, yuzu cheesecake, or other inventive Japanese-inspired sweet treats.
COYA Doha
Doha, Qatar
Head down to the Peruvian restaurant now and you’ll be able to tuck into signature dishes including arroz Nikkei, costillas de res, and maki roll de aguacate. The brand already has locations round the world in London, Mykonos, Monte Carlo, and Paris, and has racked up plenty of Time Out restaurant awards from our sister titles. Jean-François Casanova, CEO at COYA, said, “Opening COYA at W Doha is a key milestone for our COYA family and we are beyond excited to offer our guests an exceptional journey into the Peruvian culture. “We want the people of Qatar to experience the beauty of the South American culture and indulge all their senses in a setting defined by Latin ambience.” COYA is known for its traditional Peruvian dishes that are prepared using Japanese, Chinese and Spanish cooking techniques, and you can expect more of the same at the Doha branch. You’ll also be able to enjoy plenty of mixed beverages with a Peruvian twist.
IDAM by Alain Ducasse
Doha, Qatar
IDAM offers a sophisticated dining experience curated by renowned chef Alain Ducasse. The restaurant showcases modern French cuisine with a touch of local flavors, set within the iconic Museum of Islamic Art. Location: Doha, Qatar Cuisine: French with Qatari influences
Gymkhana at Katara Hills
Doha, Qatar
Gymkhana Qatar is an indian Restaurant serving Classic and contemporary Indian cuisine, Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner. Gymkhana features an open kitchen, stone walls, and regal chandeliers adorning the space. Katara Cultural Village in Doha, Qatar, is known for its diverse cultural and recreational offerings, including theaters, galleries, and dining establishments.
Alba by Enrico Crippa
Qatar
Now presented by Raffles as Alba, this Italian restaurant occupies the first floor of the Katara Towers in Lusail. A vaulted ceiling and Italian-inspired decoration give the room an intimate character within the scale of the hotel, while the name pays tribute to the Piedmontese town associated with white truffles. The kitchen is led by Cristhian Serraino and explores northern Italian flavours through precise, contemporary cooking. Barolo-braised veal cheek and spaghetti with prawn ragù illustrate an approach rooted in familiar ingredients, with seasonal produce and carefully sourced seafood adding depth to the menu. For a closer look at the preparation, the chef's table offers a sequence of courses made in front of guests. Couples can seek out the Romeo and Juliet balcony table, a particularly distinctive setting for dinner for two. Tiramisu provides a recognisably Italian finish. Alba suits diners planning a considered evening around the food, whether that means following the kitchen's tasting progression or choosing individual dishes. The northern Italian focus, detailed cooking and range of intimate table settings give it a clear identity within Doha's hotel dining scene.
Nobu Doha
Qatar
Nobu Doha occupies a dramatic position above the Arabian Gulf at Four Seasons Hotel Doha. Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa's cooking combines Japanese foundations with South American influences, giving the restaurant a recognisable style across cold dishes, hot plates and sushi. Signatures include yellowtail with jalapeño and citrus soy, rock shrimp tempura with a creamy spicy sauce, and miso-marinated black cod. Wagyu tacos with spicy ponzu and new-style salmon sashimi extend that interplay of raw fish, citrus, spice and richer preparations. The restaurant encourages shared dining, allowing a table to move through several parts of the menu together. Brunch and lunch offer other formats alongside dinner, while vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes broaden the options. Its Gulf setting gives a meal here a distinct Doha context within Nobu's international restaurant family.
Nusr-et Steakhouse Doha
Doha, Qatar
Nusr-et Steakhouse Doha is a restaurant that specializes in steak and other grilled dishes. It is part of the Nusr-et chain, which was founded by the famous Turkish chef Nusret Gokce, also known as Salt Bae. The restaurant is located at the Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel, overlooking the marina and the city skyline. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes that are influenced by the local ingredients and flavors of Qatar, as well as the signature style of Nusret. Some of the popular dishes include beef sushi, Nusr-et tacos, home smoked rib eye, and Ottoman salad. The restaurant also features a lively atmosphere, with music, dancing, and salt sprinkling shows by the staff. The restaurant is open daily from 12:00 pm to 12:00 am. The restaurant is a destination for steak lovers who appreciate quality, creativity, and entertainment.
Market by Jean-Georges
Doha, Qatar
Market by Jean-Georges presents a contemporary approach to international cuisine, led by acclaimed chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten. The restaurant emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients and innovative flavors. Location: Doha, Qatar Cuisine: International
Cipriani Doha
Doha, Qatar
Located in the prestigious West Bay area, the restaurant brings classic glamour, unparalleled service, paired with traditional Italian and Venetian recipes. Cipriani Doha will continue the history and heritage of the four-generation family tradition of “to serve is first to love”. Available all year round, à la carte menu is built on the concept of simple and classic Italian food.