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Contents Tourism in Qatar

Feature – Qatar’s First Floating Hotels Floating hotels are coming to Qatar at the Qetaifan Island North project, in preparation for the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM.

Feature – No Better Hospitality Than Qatar’s Hospitality Qatar’s hospitality sector has been ranked the best in the Middle East for a second consecutive year by hospitality and travel data providers, Olery.

Feature – Qatar in 48 Hours Qatar’s compact size makes it the ideal destination for a flying visit. Invite your friends and family to discover an authentic Arabian treasure in the heart of the Gulf -- a land famous for its heritage, luxury and hospitality.

Places to Stay Dining in Qatar What’s On at Park Hyatt What’s On at Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Dining Guide Listings Details of places to eat and drink in Qatar, from fine dining establishments to fast food outlets

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Tourism in Qatar

Boosting tourism A range of visa measures announced by the Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC), formerly known as Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), have been widely welcomed by tourism industry professionals, as well as the country’s hospitality and retail operators.

The introduction of the free, 96-hour transit visa and +Qatar (an initiative to promote Qatar as a stopover destination by QNTC and Qatar Airways) resulted in bringing close to 200,000 visitors to Qatar.

In August 2017, Qatar introduced visa waivers for citizens of more than 80 countries. Since inception, at least 275,000 visitors have entered Qatar visa-free.

In September 2018, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) ranked Qatar as the 8th most open in the world in terms of visa facilitation in its '10 Most Open Visa Countries in the World'.

In addition, Qatar was ranked number 1 in the Middle East and number eight globally in business environment by the World's Economic Forum's Travel & Tourism Competitiveness Report 2019.

In January 2020, Qatar ranked as the second safest country in the world by Numbeo, the world's largest database of user contributed data.

In addition to offering a wide range of authentic experiences, Qatar hosts close to 80 sporting events annually, and will be the first Middle Eastern country to host the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM and the 2023 FINA World Swimming Championships.

Tourist arrivals Qatar has registered a marked increase of about 17% in the number of visitors to the country with a double digit growth in 2019. Qatar welcomed 1.49 mn visitors in the first three quarters of 2019, representing an increase of 12% compared to the same period in 2018.

In 2018, Qatar witnessed a decline in visitors as a result of the blockade imposed on Qatar since 5 June 2017. According to QNTC, despite this overall decline, a breakdown of arrivals by region shows positive growth in all non-GCC and other Arab regions throughout the first quarter of 2018. In addition, monthly arrivals have been slowly increasing since the blockade, with the highest monthly arrivals since the blockade being observed in January 2018.

The country is concentrating on attracting Chinese, Russian and Indian tourists. QNTC has representation offices in three of the largest cities in China, as well as in Russia and India.

In Q3 2019, and for the first time, US nationals replaced UK nationals as Qatar’s second largest source of visitor arrivals, after Indian nationals.

Arrivals from the UK (90,862) are up 20% from 2018; arrivals from the US (91,597) are up 16% from 2018, a significant jump in the annual growth rates achieved over the past three years (between 4-6%). This growth has helped offset the 8% decline in visitation from Indian nationals between 2018 and 2019, which represents a slowing of the unprecedented growth from Indian national visitors in 2018.

Hotel and hotel apartment performance The hospitality accommodation sector in Qatar saw room supply increase by 4% in Q3 2019, compared to the same period in 2018.

Substantial growth was seen in demand (up 21%), resulting in an increase in occupancy (up 8%), over the first three quarters of 2019 in comparison to the same period in 2018.

Overall, Average Room Rate (ARR) was down by 4% across all hotels and hotel apartments.

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Next Chapter On World Tourism Day 2017, held annually on 27 September, Qatar launched the Next Chapter of its National Tourism Sector Strategy 2030, which charts the next five years of the tourism sector’s growth in Qatar.

Cruise industry Qatar saw a record number of cruise tourists this 2019–20 season, which began in October 2019 and concluded in April 2020. It's the busiest season with over 186,000 passengers and over 61,000 crew arriving on 74 ships.

As a result of various initiatives by and close cooperation between Mwani Qatar, QNTC and other stakeholders, Qatar's cruise industry has witnessed significant growth in the last few years.

The 2018–19 season achieved 121% growth in the number of cruise passengers and 100% increase in the number of cruise ships, with more than 140,000 passengers, arriving aboard 44 ships.

Over the past few years, QNTC has established a number of strong relationships with international cruise operators as well as with other specialists involved in the industry. This has proved to be of great importance as Qatar will be benefitting from cruise ships during the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM, as a means of providing additional accommodation for fans and visitors over the period. A minimum of 6,000 rooms on cruise ships will be contracted for the 2022 tournament.

QNTC’s projections show continued growth in the cruise tourism industry over the coming years. With the completion of the Doha Port redevelopment, and the associated capacity increase which allows the port to receive two megaships at once, Qatar is expected to attract 500,000 cruise tourists by 2026.

According to travel solution provider TravelSupermarket, visitor arrivals in Doha are projected to grow by 104% by 2025, making it the fastest-growing tourist destination among major cities worldwide. The city is expected to see more than 4.51 mn visitors in 2025.

Tourism is expected to play a greater role in Qatar’s economy as the sector’s share of the country’s GDP will be nearly QAR133.5 bn in 2028, reports the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). Travel and tourism investment in Qatar may exceed QAR14.5 bn, or 4.2% of total investments in the country, in 2028. m

Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) In November 2018, The Amir, HH Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani issued Decision No 74 of 2018 establishing QNTC, cancelling QTA and the government committee to coordinate conferences and events. All functions of QTA shall be allocated to QNTC. The council has a legal identity and a budget to be attached to the general budget of Qatar. It reports to the Cabinet and has its headquarters within the country, and can also have offices outside Qatar. The council provides suitable circumstances to implement the national strategy for tourism and related programmes in a way that sustains the comprehensive development plans for tourism.

It's also concerned with regulation of the sector and the promotion of tourism, both within and outside Qatar.

The Amir also issued Decision No 75 of 2018 to form the board of directors of the QNTC. The new council reports to a board of highlevel representatives, chaired by Prime Minister and Minister of Interior, HE Sheikh Khalid bin Khalifa bin Abdulaziz Al Thani. The tenure of the board of directors of the council is set at four years, which is renewable for a similar period.

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Cruise passengers can also avail of the new transit visa. As part of the new operating procedure – which includes the use of enhanced technology and close collaboration between cruise operators and security officials – a passenger manifest containing the passport details of passengers and crew will be shared with immigration officials 48 hours prior to a ship’s arrival in Qatar. This will allow the authorities to process all relevant information and clear passengers for entry before the ship's berth, enabling travellers to disembark within minutes and begin on-shore excursions.

The next chapter aims to attract 5.6 mn visitors to Qatar annually by 2023, double the number which the country welcomed in 2016. It also aims to achieve a 72% occupancy rate across all hotel establishments, through a combination of increasing demand and diversifying the country’s tourist accommodation offering.

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Qatar's First Floating Hotels

By Ola Diab Floating hotels are coming to Qatar at the upcoming Qetaifan Island North for the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM.

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n January 2020, Qetaifan Projects, a company owned by Katara Hospitality, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with ADMARES Construction and Trading, to construct and operate 16 floating hotels on the shores of Qetaifan Island North to provide accommodation for the fans within the fan villages during the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM.

The 16 floating hotels will each be 72-m-long and 16-m-wide, each consisting of 101 guest rooms, a restaurant, and a lounge bar. All the 16 four-storey hotels will be identical, offering a total of 1,616 floating hotel rooms.

Relying on solar energy, the hotels will be built according to the strictest energy standards. These hotels will be built separate to the mainland and feature their own sewage treatment plant, recycling facilities, and sustainable power generator. The hotels will also have every amenity needed and offer private boats, ferries, and water taxis to carry visitors to and from the shore.

Designed by Finland’s Sigge Architects, the hotels require a water depth of four or more metres, and can be moved to another coastal location after the World Cup. According to the Chief Executive of ADMARES, Mikael Hedberg, the hotels will be the first time that pure floating real estate has been used as a

Aerial view of Qetaifan Island North

temporary solution for accommodation needs at this scale. ADMARES specialises in floating or pile-supported structures.

Located off Lusail City, Qetaifan Island North features seven beaches, which makes it the city’s distinct waterfront destination. The island spans approximately 1.3 mn sq m with 830,000 sq m of attractions. In proximity to Qetaifan Island North is Lusail International Stadium, which will host the opening and final games of the 2022 FIFA World Cup QatarTM. Projected to house up to 25,000 people, the island will provide fans and tourists with many leisure activities and facilities with fan villages, which will include the floating hotels. In addition to the floating hotels, another one of the island’s attractions is the upcoming 129,296 sq m water park.

Some of the best floating hotels can be found in the UK (Solent Forts; Good Hotel London), Canada (Ocean House in Haida Gwaii), India (Taj Lake Palace), Tanzania (Manta Resort; River Kwai Jungle Rafts in Sai Yok), Cambodia (4 Rivers Floating Lodge on Koh Andet Island), Maldives (Conrad Maldives; Gili Lankanfushi in Male), Sweden (Salt & Sill), Singapore (Beach Villa Ocean Suites at Resorts World Sentosa), Serbia (Salt & Water Catamarans) and France (OFF Paris Seine; Les Cabanes des Grands Cepages in Sorgues). m

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Take a day break and enjoy a private sandy beach, swimming pools, great dining and fantastic weather. Package includes pool and beach access, QAR 200 credit per person to spend at any resort restaurant, QAR 50 credit per person to spend on recreational activities and luxury boat transfers.

Prices: - Weekdays and Weekends QAR 350 per adult or child 5 years old and above - Public Holidays QAR 500 per adult (12 years old and above), QAR 350 per child (5 to 11 years old) - Children between 1 to 4 years old - QAR 50 for boat transfers

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No Better Hospitality Than Qatar’s Hospitality

By Ola Diab Qatar’s hospitality sector has been ranked the best in the Middle East for a second consecutive year by hospitality and travel data providers, Olery.

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atar’s hospitality sector continues to win accolades, ranked best in the Middle East for a second consecutive year, according to the Guest Experience in the Middle East Report, released in May 2019 by hospitality and travel data providers, Olery.

The report analysed over 12 mn online guest reviews in the past 12 months – from 1 April 2018 to 31 March 2019 – from popular online booking sites.

Qatar’s score increased to 85.4 from 84.3 in 2018. The development of new attractions such as the new National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ), which was credited with helping maintain the hospitality sector’s momentum.

The report measures overall guest satisfaction by considering different aspects of their tourist accommodation experience, including service, location, cleanliness, room quality, and value for money.

In Qatar, service, cleanliness and location received ratings of 9.0, above the global benchmark in each of these categories.

Qatar’s hospitality sector also scored higher in rooms (8.9), food (8.8) and facilities (8.4).

According to the ‘guest type’ category, Qatar’s tourist accommodation was particularly popular among business travellers, families, and friends.

The Secretary-General of Qatar National Tourism Council (QNTC) and CEO of Qatar Airways, HE Akbar Al Baker, said, ‘Qatar’s hospitality sector remains a key engine of our tourism vision. We congratulate our partners in the private sector for their continued growth, and their focus on providing travellers with unparalleled hospitality and authentic experiences.

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sector is best in class, and a model for the industry and the region. The Olery report and the guests who have stayed in Qatar’s hotels articulated the main selling points as attentive service, top notch facilities, and authentic experiences,’ he added. ‘These remain a priority as we continue to build diverse tourism and hospitality products and attract more guests to experience all that Qatar has to offer.’

The year 2019 started on a high note for Qatar’s tourism and hospitality sector with features in some of the world’s top travel lists. Regardless of the Qatar blockade, Doha has been named among ’10 Most Open Visa Countries in the World' by the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) in 2018, one of the ‘Top 15 Places to Travel to in 2019’ by Forbes and ‘52 Places to Go in 2019’ by The New York Times (NYT).

The deal QNTC signed a deal with Olery in 2015 to get immediate and real-time data and reports on the quality of the services and operations carried out by Qatar’s hotels.

Through this agreement, QNTC seeks to benefit from the Olery destination system, which draws on traveller and customer reviews to constantly monitor dozens of customer review sites across the world.

Olery also analyses thousands of reviews each day to provide a deep insight into the guest experiences within Qatar’s hotels.

The strengths of the system lie in its ability to give a constant and consistent approach to the experiences of visitors to hotels worldwide, and analysing the data to provide an overview of the destination’s hospitality industry. It can even compare the quality of the industry within Qatar to other destinations around the world or regionally. ©

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Olery’s Hospitality Performance Report will provide QNTC with a tool which keeps up with Qatar’s dynamic and rapidly expanding hospitality sector.

The report makes it possible to track the overall performance of the destination’s hotels, as well as to observe the performance of each hotel individually.

QNTC will make use of these insights to promote a steady and consistent level of guest satisfaction across the whole hospitality industry. Further, by using the data as a basis for extensive market analysis, informed decisions on where support for specific hotels or hotel segments can be made.

At the core of the data supplied to the QNTC is the Guest Experience Index™, the only scientifically backed quality measures in the hospitality industry, resulting from a cooperative effort between Olery and VU University Amsterdam.

The underlying algorithm is proprietary to the system, and this provides a fair output from all relevant customer reviews submitted across the world by visitors to Qatar from websites such as TripAdvisor, Hotels.com and others.

Additionally, ratings for different aspects of the guest experience such as comfort, cleanliness and service are being included. Olery is also providing an online tool containing all data for the QNTC to assess in real-time. m

Further developemnt in the hospitality and tourism sector QNTC became the founding sponsor of the IE University UNWTO Tourism Online Academy, which was established in April 2019.

The agreement was signed by QNTC Assistant Secretary-General Hassan Al Ibrahim, and Global Director of Corporate Relations at IE University William Davila in the presence of World Tourism Organisation of the United Nations (UNWTO) Secretary-General Zurab Pololikashvili.

The online platform will provide professionals with easy access to high quality education and training in the travel and tourism, hospitality and destination management fields. The initiative will provide easily accessible and exhaustive training for people seeking a profession in the tourism sector, which provides one in 10 jobs globally.

The academy will benefit from UNWTO thorough knowledge and expertise in tourism, as well as IE University’s innovative education model.

Graduates will receive an IE University UNWTO Online Tourism Academy certification in Foundations of Management Applied to Tourism.

The curriculum will cover strategy management, operations management, marketing management, finance fundamentals, as well as technology and innovation management.

QNTC also announced that the UNWTO is lending its expertise to help develop the Qatar National Tourism Experience Awards programme. The awards programme will recognise businesses, public entities, NGOs and associations, operating both inside and outside of Qatar and across all sectors, that are directly or indirectly contributing to the delivery of exceptional experiences to Qatar's visitors.

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A RETREAT OF COMFORT, LUXURY AND DIVERSITY

Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort’s unique location, offers the widest variety of activities than anywhere in the State of Qatar with over 60 luxurious villas equipped with modern facilities, and opening on to a rear patio, leading directly to the beach.

Sealine Beach, a Murwab Resort reaches new heights in hospitality.

PHONE: 4021 4000 | RESERVATIONS:4476 5200 WHATSAPP: 5584 7854 EMAIL: INFO@SEALINEBEACHQATAR.COM @sealinebeachqat www.sealinebeachqatar.com

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Places to Stay HOTELS

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ROOMS+SERVICED APARTMENTS

Mövenpick Hotel West Bay Doha

4496 6600

C4

347

Oryx Airport Hotel

4010 8100

D5

100

Oryx Rotana Doha

4402 3333

D4

400

Park Hyatt Doha

4009 1234

D4

187

Saraya Corniche Hotel

4497 3777

D4

216

Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort

4021 4000

Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Doha

4425 6666

D4

174

Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel

4485 4444

C4

371

Simaisma, A Murwab Resort

4479 9555

Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli

4428 7888

F5

101

Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels

4433 6666

D4

183

The Avenue, A Murwab Hotel

4042 8222

D3

170

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha

4484 8000

B4

374

The St. Regis Doha

4446 0000

B4

336

The Torch Doha

4446 5600

D2

163

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

4492 1555

D4

364

Vichy Celestins Spa Resort – Retaj Salwa

4428 6000

VIP Hotel

4426 1111

D4

193

W Doha Hotel & Residences

4453 5000

C4

442

Warwick Doha

4456 3333

D3

164

Wyndham Doha West Bay

4008 7000

C4

264+252

Wyndham Grand Regency Doha Hotel

4434 3333

D3

246

Al Liwan Suites

4424 2888

D4

84

Al Mansour Suites

4020 8400

D4

119

Best Western Plus Doha

4424 0000

D4

211

Centro Capital Doha

4455 5000

D3

227

Copthorne Hotel Doha

4449 3333

D4

137

Corp Executive Hotel – Doha Suites

4402 7000

D4

60

Ezdan Hotel, West Bay

4496 9111

C4

3,000

Four Points by Sheraton Doha

4433 8888

D4

120

95

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Al Bidda, Al Jasra, Al Jomrok, Al Mirqab, Al Najada, Arumaila, Bismillah, Musheireb, Najd

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Dusit Doha Hotel

InterContinental Doha The City

JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha

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Spend a relaxing day at our Recreation Center among endless greenery in the middle of Aspire Park.

A green oasis featuring two swimming pools, indoor & outdoor kids’ play zones and a Patio Café to enjoy with the entire family!

Al Baaya Street Aspire Zone Doha Qatar info@alaziziyahboutique.com | +974 4445 5555 www.alaziziyahboutiquehotel.com

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A TRANQUIL OASIS IN CENTRAL DOHA Al Najada Hotel is a hidden gem, centrally located on a heritage site between Doha’s financial district and Souq Waqif. Blending Qatari heritage and flair with European elegance, this stunning hotel offers the very best Arabian hospitality for those seeking tranquility, comfort and exceptionally friendly service.

Al Najada Hotel, Barahat Al Jufairi Street, Al Najada, Doha, Qatar T: (+974) 4470 4444 | F: (+974) 4470 4445 | alnajada@tivolihotels.com tivolihotels.com

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We’re a great place to start!

For families, we make it easy! Kids under 16 can stay and eat free*.

Our spacious rooms comfortably cater for a family of four with free cots for the smallest members of your family.

For unbeatable rates, book direct at premierinn.qa

Doha Education City | Doha Airport * Up to 2 kids stay free when sharing a family room.

Up to 2 kids eat breakfast free with a paying adult.

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We’re open for business!

For a good night’s sleep guaranteed, book your stay at Premier Inn Doha Airport Hotel.

Just 10 minutes from Hamad International Airport!

With a free airport shuttle service and free WiFi throughout the hotel – we’ll keep you connected to friends, family and Doha’s top attractions!

For unbeatable rates, book direct at

premierinn.qa

Now Open

Premier Inn Doha Airport Doha Education City | Doha Airport

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Get cozy with us.

For reservations and more information, call 4031 3333 or email reservations.hidoha@ihg.com.

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Places to Stay HOTELS

TELEPHONE

MAP

ROOMS+SERVICED APARTMENTS

Gokulam Park Doha

4470 8833

D4

72

Grand Regal Hotel

4409 4444

D4

207

Gulf Pearls Hotel

4444 1470

D3

56

Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park

4031 3333

D4

307

Holiday Villa Hotel & Residence City Centre

4408 4888

D4

356+396

Horizon Manor Hotel

4445 5444

D4

136

K108 Hotel

4433 3000

D4

108

Mathema Premium Aparthotel

4403 8888

C4

129

Mercure Grand Hotel Doha City Centre

4446 2222

D4

175

Mövenpick Hotel Doha

4429 1111

D4

154

Plaza Inn Doha

4422 1111

D4

239

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha

4428 1428

D4

583

4444 3444

D4

111

Retaj Al Rayyan Hotel

4420 4444

C4

360

Safir Hotel Doha

4445 5333

D4

133

Sapphire Plaza Hotel

4033 7000

D4

174

Saray Musheireb Hotel

4015 0555

D4

216

Strato Hotel by Warwick

4041 4444

D4

95

Swiss-Belhotel Doha

4407 8888

D4

165

Swiss-Belinn Doha

4447 3334

D3

124

The Curve Hotel

4007 8888

C4

600

The Royal Riviera Hotel

4020 9888

D4

154

Time Rako Hotel

4034 2111

F5

102

Victoria Hotel Doha

4476 5666

D3

100

Al Bustan Hotel

4432 8888

D4

45

Al Muntazah Plaza Hotel

4435 5677

D4

127

Asherij Hotel

4408 2828

D3

72

Century Hotel Doha

4445 5111

D4

215

Chairmen Hotel Doha

4426 0444

D4

68

Diamond 1 Hotel

4435 5222

D4

51

Ramada Encore Hotel Doha

THREE-STAR HOTELS

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Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha

Premier Inn Doha Education City

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Like the Alwadi Hotel Doha, the MGallery collection has over 100 hotels, each with their own unique story. Warmth and generosity is at the core of this contemporary property, best exemplified by the meticulous attention to design and hospitality.

The tea and coffee served on gold-plated trays when guests arrive are more than a welcome gesture, they capture the essence of Qatari culture.

Discover them all and book your stay at mgallery.com Msheireb Downtown Doha | Email: H8395-re@accor.com | Tel: +974 4009 9999

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D E K O O STAYCATION BURBAN Your home away from home.

For reservations and more information, call 4408 7777 or email reservations.cpdoha@ihg.com.

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Places to Stay HOTELS

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Doha Dynasty Hotel

4449 9222

D4

84

Golden Ocean Hotel

4443 3005

D4

130

Grand Qatar Palace Hotel

4441 4140

D4

92

Green Garden Hotel

4426 0100

C4

48

Gulf Horizon Hotel

4443 2525

D4

75

Hotel Crystal Palace

4437 3331

D4

90

Kingsgate Hotel Doha

4408 5555

D4

140

Le Castle Hotel

4473 3111

D4

110

Le Park Hotel

4425 5555

D3

113

Musherib Hotel

4430 6000

D4

60

Premier Inn Doha Airport

4009 5222

D4

105

Premier Inn Doha Education City

4007 8333

C2

219

Rawda Hotel

4041 2525

D4

25

Rawdat Al Khail Hotel

4421 5424

D4

94

The Town Hotel

4410 7100

D4

120

Tourist Hotel, Doha

4432 1321

D4

91

Zubarah Boutique Hotel Doha

4447 0000

D4

45

Aleph Residences Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton

4004 7000

C4

240

Al Mansour Plaza

4031 2888

D4

90

Al Najada Doha Hotel Apartments by Oaks

4470 4444

D4

100

Al Safa Royal Suites

4403 8383

D4

282

Fraser Suites Doha

4424 3443

D4

138

Hilton Doha The Pearl Residences

4492 4444

B4

354

Hyatt Residences Doha West Bay

4497 1111

C4

254

Imperial Suites Doha

4405 2222

D4

105

Magnum Hotel & Suites West Bay

4445 1555

C4

190

Rabban Suites West Bay Doha

4495 5000

C4

396

Royal Mirage

4444 0111

D4

70

Sedra Arjaan by Rotana

4044 1888

B4

250

Staybridge Suites Doha Lusail

4456 5000

B4

119

DELUXE APARTMENTS

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The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

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Reflecting its multicultural society, Qatar has a huge range of cuisines to choose from. Venues range from local cafeterias to gourmet restaurants in the finest locations. Many international franchises have branches countrywide for those addicted to certain brands. There is, of course, a focus on Middle Eastern dishes with a plethora of dining options for patrons wishing to 'eat like a local'.

If you love food and want to keep up to date with all the latest news and dining promotions, especially for the holy month of Ramadan and Eid, visit marhaba.qa and our social media.

Grabbing a bite around town Qatar residents are spoiled for choice when it comes to dining out in and around Qatar. There are numerous local and international dining outlets and cafés, many with a drive-through or takeaway service, to catch a quick bite. Juice stalls are everywhere selling fresh juices, wraps and sandwiches, while the more discerning palate can find mid-range, casual dining restaurants in malls and around town.

Throughout the year, hotel restaurants offer great choice and value-for-money promotions that include happy hours, early dinner offers and more. Before the arrival of high temperatures in the summer, make sure to enjoy an al fresco meal.

Looking for weekday dining options? Great deals are on offer across town. Business lunches usually run from noon until 3 pm, and include a two or three course menu for a set price. Early dinner menus are usually between 5 pm and 7 pm, and offer a set price for two or three courses.

Thursday evenings, and Friday and Saturday brunches have become very popular with both locals and expatriates, and widely available in hotels and outlets around town. Prices vary with alcohol and non-alcohol packages.

Brunches are moving from all-you-can-eat buffets to a three or four course à la carte option. Friday brunches are popular in Qatar with many hotels offering buffets in a family-friendly environment.

Buffet food and à la carte offerings abound with tiered pricing, making it a great option for friends

or family. The following pages list some of the places to eat and drink in Qatar.

Dining at home and outside catering A large number of restaurants offer a takeaway service; this will often include home delivery with a nominal delivery fee. Many restaurants and hotels provide a full outside catering service for special occasions, including chefs, wait staff and table settings. And they will clear up afterward!

Helpful hints Many restaurants have a family section and there are some with closed-off rooms should you require extra privacy.

Restaurants are generally no smoking zones, though some licensed restaurants in hotels may have both a smoking and a non-smoking section.

According to Law No 10 of 2016 on the control of tobacco and its derivatives, smoking is prohibited in closed public spaces.

The legal age for drinking alcohol in Qatar is 21.

Your ID may be requested if dining at a licensed restaurant, as well as at bars and clubs, so don't forget to take your passport or Residence Card.

Some clubs and bars will ask you to pay a joining fee, and issue a membership card to use on return visits.

On 1 January 2019, Law No 25 of 2018 on Selective Tax (Excise Tax Law) came into effect to the regulate consumption of 'health-damaging' goods, with a 100% tax on tobacco and alcohol products, energy drinks and special purpose goods, and a 50% tax on carbonated drinks. m ©

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WHIMSY AT THE RITZ-CARLTON, DOHA Delight your senses in exquisite creations inspired by a fusion of art and flavors, while letting your imagination soar on an adventure of sight and sound.

The dream of Whimsy is to elevate lifestyles and push the boundaries of dining and entertainment in Qatar, creating the most amazing and memorable experiences for all.

QAR 699 per person for Silver Journey QAR 999 per person for Gold Journey QAR 999 per person for Dhahab Journey QAR 1399 per person for Diamond Journey

For more information please visit: https://whimsy360.com/

Savour every flavour, satisfy every sense.

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OPUS Experience the theatrics unexpectedly unfolding before your eyes when you dine at our open kitchen concept, offering the freshest in local ingredients and locally inspired dishes.

Celebrity Qatari chef Shams Al Qassabi and Michelin-starred chef Jean-François Rouquette have not only curated the menus but can often be spotted checking each dish to ensure a razor-sharp authentic taste is served.

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SORA There is no view quite so magical in the city as the one you get from Sora, our sophisticated Japanese restaurant and lounge. With a balance of small sharing dishes and the unique culinary art of Robata, Sora offers an artfully curated dining experience for those who seek a lasting memorable evening.

Opening times Level 21 Lounge – Bar 5 pm – 1 am Restaurant 7 pm – 11 pm

ANIS A visionary dining concept, offering health-orientated dishes rarely seen embodying such elegance. Enjoy a range of unique organic beverages and locally sourced ingredients.

Boasting an off-street entrance, this restaurant is inviting to locals and passers-by as well as in-house guests.

Opening times Ground Level 7 am – 6 pm

Park Hyatt Doha Sikkat Wadi Msheireb Street Msheireb Downtown Doha, PO Box 80978 Doha, Qatar

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RESTAURANTS AND BARS Bentley’s Grill Dine on the finest seared Wagyu beef and the mouthwatering delights of our culinary team’s award-winning creations. Ground Floor, East Wing. Daily 6 pm – 11 pm Bombay Balti Sit under cover and gaze at Doha’s night sky sampling the unique Indian cuisine. It offers the hustle and bustle of your favourite curry house! Lower lobby, East Wing. Daily 6 pm – 11 pm Chingari Chingari, which translates as ‘sparkling charcoal’, delightfully crackles with authenticity and brings genuine Tandoor cuisine to Doha. Ground Floor, West Wing. Daily 6 pm – 11 pm Hyde Park Coffee Shop Open daily for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, guests can choose from a delicious à la carte menu and generous international buffet. Ground Floor, West Wing. Daily 6 am – 11 pm Friday Carvery Brunch at Hyde Park Coffee Shop Enjoy the exceptional combination of traditional carvery, pies, fresh salad, bakes, tempura, international delights and an array of tempting desserts. Entertainment by resident musicians. Brunch buffet with soft beverages QAR190 per person, QAR345 per person with special beverages. 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm Inginuity Escape into a quiet urban space and immerse yourself in a world where art comes to life in perfect harmony. Evoke fond memories at Inginuity, as Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha breathes new life into the former Maxim restaurant and brings to you its refreshing new take on tonic, with more twists than a slice of lemon.

Ground Floor, West Wing. Daily noon – 11 pm The Italian Job Based on the 1969 movie, ‘The Italian Job’ offers rustic and authentic Italian cuisine.

Be entertained by our talented singing waiters and waitresses while indulging in our fresh pizza and pasta, cooked and flavoured to perfection. Pool Side, West Wing. Daily 6 pm – 11 pm Manhattan A stylish New York loft inspired bar, featuring the Manhattan skyline and oozing elegance and glamour. Lobby, East Wing. Daily 5 pm – 1:30 am Orion Offers you a heady blend of music and creative cocktails. Ninth Floor, East Wing. Daily 6 pm – 1:30 am Palm Garden Whether it’s a morning coffee, an afternoon tea or a night time snack, Palm Garden provides a great spot to satisfy your cravings. Lobby, West Wing. Thursday 7 am – midnight and Friday to Wednesday 7 am – 11 pm Qube Qatar’s Ultimate Best Entertainment, QUBE! Qube offers you live bands, talented DJ’s and unlimited entertainment unsurpassed in the city. West Wing. Daily 7 pm – 2 am

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Ruby Wu’s From Hong Kong to Beijing, Ruby Wu brings you the culinary delights of China. Lower lobby, East Wing. Daily 6 pm – 11 pm Sakura Artisan creations and culinary masterpieces are created every evening in our Sushi and Teppanyaki restaurant. Ground Floor, West Wing. Sunday – Friday 6 pm – 11 pm. Closed on Saturdays.

Shehrazad From exciting matches to thought-provoking quiz nights, you will never want to leave! First Floor, West Wing. Friday – Wednesday 5 pm – 1:30 am and Thursday 5 pm – 2 am The Chocolate Box Chocolate pods and coffee beans are some of nature’s oldest and finest ingredients.

The Chocolate Box celebrates these delights, offering you a wide range of tempting treats. Lobby, East Wing.

Daily 7 am – 11 pm The Frying Scotsman Our newest dining option offers you the chance to indulge in authentic British Fish & Chips in the heart of Doha! No nonsense, classic comfort food – perfect for high tea, supper or dinner.

Thursday and Friday 1 pm – 10 pm, Saturday, Monday to Wednesday 4 pm – 10 pm. Closed on Sundays.

The Library With breathtaking panoramic views, soft music and outstanding service – a visit to The Library is a must! Eleventh Floor, West Wing. Friday – Wednesday 6 pm – midnight and Thursday 6 pm – 12:30 am Cabana Club Pool Chill out, relax and soak up the sun! Ice cold mocktails, refreshing soft beverages and an appetising array of snacks served to you at the comfort of your sunbed!

Pool Side, West Wing. Daily 9 am – 9 pm

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Le Colonial Breakfast Room

International

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Craving for some more mouthwatering dishes from Hunters?

Guess what? Chef Esteban Guevara’s new menu is here and ready to satisfy your taste buds!

Daily from 7PM - 11PM Mezzanine Floor, Hunters Room & Grill

For reservations call 3359 8514

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Al fresco, shisha lounge

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Italian

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American

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Cafe and bakery

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Coffee, tea, light bites

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International

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Arabic, shisha

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Executive Lounge

Lobby lounge

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HOTELS Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara

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Al Nahham

Centara West Bay Residences & Suites Doha

Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park

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Pool side drinks and snacks

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Cafe, light bites

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International

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Coffee lounge

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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha – Al Sadd

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Dusit Doha Hotel

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The Pool Lounge InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences Belgian Cafe Coral All Day Dining La Mar by Gaston Acurio La Vue Mykonos Paloma Tea Lounge The Living Room

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Baraha Lounge

Afternoon tea, pastries

Gelato

Dessert

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French, Mediterranean

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Chinese

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Afternoon tea

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Mosaic

International

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Lounge and shisha bar, Arabic snacks

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Crossroads Kitchen

International

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Cucina

Italian

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Ipanema

Brazilian Churrascaria

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New York Steakhouse

American steakhouse

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Sandwiches, snacks

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West End Cafe

Snacks, afternoon tea

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Amwage Beach Grill

Barbecue and seafood

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Al Sufra

Arabic

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Bohemia

Lounge

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Cafe Murano

Afternoon tea

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El Faro

Spanish tapas

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N'awlins Jazz House

Cajun

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Nozomi

Japanese

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Pearl Social

Mediterranean

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Sawa

International

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Toro Toro

Pan Latin

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Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

4419 5000

Aqua Lounge

Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha

Millennium Plaza Doha

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4035 5555

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4041 6999

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International

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Slice

Deli

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Asian

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Premier Inn Doha Education City Omnia

4007 8333

Premier Inn Doha Airport Omnia

4009 5222

Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Bentley’s Grill Bombay Balti Chingari Hyde Park Inginuity Ruby Wu’s Sakura The Frying Scotsman The Italian Job

4428 1428

Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort Al Odaid La Merenda Reef & Burger The Edge

4021 4000

Souq Waqif Boutique Hotels Argan, Al Jasra Boutique Hotel Al Matbakh Rooftop Grill, Arumaila Boutique Hotel Al Shurfa Arabic Lounge, Al Jomrok Boutique Hotel Al Terrace, Al Mirqab Boutique Hotel La Patisserie, Al Bidda Boutique Hotel La Piazza, Al Bidda Boutique Hotel

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Arabic

✘

✘

✔

✔

✘

Lebanese French, sweet treats and beverages

✔

✘

✔

✔

✘

✔

✘

✔

✔

✘

International

✔

✘

✘

✔

✘

4485 4444

4433 6666

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✘ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✔

DINNER

✔ ✔ ✘

LUNCH

Organic beverages, local food Local flavours Japanese

TELEPHONE

Park Hyatt Doha Anis Opus Sora

Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel Al Hubara Restaurant Atrium Em Sherif Irish Harp La Veranda Nusr-et Steakhouse Pool Cafe

CUISINE

BRUNCH

HOTELS

BREAKFAST

Dining Guide Listings

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Flamingos

Poolside dining

✔

✘ ✔ ✘

Sel & Miel

French brasserie

✘

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

STK Doha

American

✘

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

The Lagoon

International, Arabic

✔

✘ ✘ ✔ ✔

The Flying Carpet

International, all-day dining

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✘

Three Sixty

Fine dining

✘

✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Torch Tea Garden

Tea lounge

✘

✘ ✘ ✔

✘

4484 8000

B-Lounge Doha

The Torch–Doha

CUISINE

LICENCED

✘

The Ritz–Carlton, Doha

TELEPHONE

DINNER

BRUNCH

Asian fusion

HOTELS

LUNCH

BREAKFAST

Dining Guide Listings

✔

4446 5600

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

4492 1555

Hunter’s Room & Grill

Signature grills, steak, seafood

✘

✘ ✔ ✔ ✔

Mix Bar Lounge & Terrace

International

✘

✘ ✘ ✔ ✔

Sabai Thai

Signature Thai dishes

✘

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Seasonal Tastes

All-day dining, international

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔

Waves Pool Cafe

Snacks, light bites

✘

✘ ✔ ✔

✔

La Spiga by Paper Moon

Italian

✘

✘ ✔ ✔ ✔

Market by Jean–Georges

International

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Southeast Asian

✘

W Doha Hotel & Residences

Spice Market

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La Veranda, Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Liang, Mandarin Oriental, Doha

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Best Western Plus Doha Krossroads Centara West Bay Residences & Suites Doha Pool Bar Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park Liquidity Misturado Crowne Plaza Doha West Bay The Vogue Club

✘

✔

✔

✘

Refreshing juices, light bites

✘

✘

✔

✔

✘

International drinks, cocktails Mediterranean flavours, shisha

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✘ ✔

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Live music

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

Light meals

✔

✘

✔

✘

✔

Poolside cafe Tex-Mex, international

✔ ✔

✔ ✘

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Live DJ

✔

✔

✘

✘

✔

Sports bar

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

Light snacks, DJ

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

International Beach bar, DJ

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Sports bar, speciality burgers, salads

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

Belgian beer, food Fusion drinks Cigar lounge Parisian lounge bar

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

4009 9999

4424 0000

4009 5555

4408 7777

4019 9999

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha – Old Town Pure

4034 3333

InterContinental Doha Hotel & Residences Belgian Cafe Lava La Vue Manko

✔

4489 9000

4004 7400

Holiday Inn Doha – The Business Park Stock Burger Co.

Mocktails, juices, sandwiches

4470 4444

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Doha – Al Sadd ST.R EAT Culture Urban Bar

Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas Dunes Monkey Tale

LICENCED

Alwadi Hotel Doha – MGallery Hotel Collection Infinity Rooftop Lounge O'Glacee Pool Bar

AL FRESCO

AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton Pool Bar

CUISINE / ENTERTAINMENT

FOOD

Al Najada Doha Hotel Pool Bar

TELEPHONE

ENTERTAIN

CLUBS AND BARS

ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PASSPORT/ID WHEN VISITING HOTELS

EVENING

Dining Guide Listings

4448 1234

4031 3333

4484 4444

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LICENCED

4015 8888

Al Jalsa Garden

AL FRESCO

InterContinental Doha The City

CUISINE / ENTERTAINMENT

Arabic, shisha

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔

FOOD

TELEPHONE

EVENING

CLUBS AND BARS

ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PASSPORT/ID WHEN VISITING HOTELS

ENTERTAIN

Dining Guide Listings

Hive

Sports bar

✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔

La Vista 55

Cuban lounge with tapas

✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔

Lounge bar, finger food

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

Lounge bar, international

✔

✔

✔

✔

✔

Oxygene

Club

✔ ✔ ✔

✘ ✔

Sky View

Cocktails, snacks, sushi

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

✔

✔

✘

✔

JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha

4429 5000

The Den Kempinski Residences & Suites

4405 3333

Z Lounge La Cigale Hotel, Doha

Magnum Hotel & Suites West Bay

4428 8888

4445 1555

Aviary

Night club, live music

Shamrock Tavern

Pub

Mandarin Oriental, Doha

4008 8888

Ambar

Stylish cocktail bar

✔

Aqua

Rooftop lounge, bar

✔ ✘ ✔

✔ ✔

Champions

Sports bar, international, live music ✔ ✔ ✔

✘ ✔

Glo Cocktail Bar

International, live DJ, tapas

✔ ✔ ✔

✘ ✔

Live entertainment, DJ

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Bar, steakhouse

✔ ✘ ✔

✘ ✔

Night club

✔

✔

✘

Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl – Doha

4419 5000

4035 5555

Illusion – The Secret Garden Mercure Grand Hotel Doha City Centre

4446 2222

The Old Manor Mondrian Doha

4045 5555

Black Orchid

✘

✔

Rise

Cocktail lounge

✔

✔

✘

✘

✔

Smoke & Mirrors

Cigar lounge

✔

✘

✘

✘

✔

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0 12:14 PM

Oryx Rotana Doha

✔ ✔ ✔

LICENCED

Steaks, cocktails

4402 3333

Jazz Club Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha

CUISINE / ENTERTAINMENT

AL FRESCO

TELEPHONE

FOOD

ALWAYS TAKE YOUR PASSPORT/ ID WHEN VISITING HOTELS

EVENING

CLUBS AND BARS

ENTERTAIN

Dining Guide Listings

✘ ✔

4428 1428

Manhattan

Lounge bar

✔ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔

Orion

Cocktails and snacks

✔ ✔ ✔

✘ ✔ ✘ ✔

Qube

Snacks, nightclub

✔ ✔ ✔

Shehrazad

Sports bar, pub quiz nights

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

The Library

Soft music, panoramic views, international food

✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✔

Shisha lounge, cocktails

✔

Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort 4021 4000 The Edge Sharq Village & Spa, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel, Doha El Cedro Tasting Room IRIS Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel

✘

✔

✔

✔

4425 6666 Cigar lounge

✔ ✘ ✔

✘

✔

Outdoor lounge, cocktails

✔ ✘ ✔

✔

✔

4485 4444

Irish Harp

Irish pub, fast food

✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔

The Backyard

Live bands, bar snacks

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Cigars, vintage wines

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

✔

The Ritz-Carlton, Doha

4484 8000

Habanos The St. Regis Doha

4446 0000

Oyster Bay & Bar

Light bites with live reggae music

✘

The Club at the St. Regis

Live music, international

✔ ✔ ✔

✔

✔

✔

✘ ✔

The Rooftop

Outdoor, DJ

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

Vintage Lounge

Cocktails and snacks

✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔

Bar, lounge and terrace

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Live DJ

✔ ✔ ✘

✘ ✔

Crystal

International

✔ ✔ ✘

✘ ✔

Wahm

Shisha lounge

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

4492 1555

Mix VIP Hotel

4426 1111

Senario Club

W Doha Hotel & Residences

4453 5000

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FEATURE

Qatar in 48 Hours

By Ola Diab Qatar's compact size makes it the ideal destination for a flying visit.

Souq Waqif

M

illions of transit passengers pass through Hamad International Airport (HIA) every year and Qatar receives a large number of business travellers. And now, nationals from at least 80 countries can take advantage of visa-free entry into Qatar, thanks to the new visa waiver upon arrival. Exploring Qatar's culture and attractions has never been easier. Invite your friends and family to discover an authentic Arabian treasure in the heart of the Gulf -- a land famous for its heritage, luxury and hospitality.

If you're prepared to get up early and go to bed late, you can see much of what Qatar has to offer in just 48 hours. We've put together some themed itineraries to help you plan your stay -- mix them up to create your ideal trip. If you're a resident, maybe we can inspire you to try something new.

DAY ONE Start your day by taking a stroll down the Doha Corniche! The seven kilometres has the best view of the Doha skyline. A dhow trip is highly recommended during your short stay. See Doha from the sea with National Cruise, offering diverse cruise themes anwd voyages, which include food, sightseeing and day cruises. Doha's Corniche is adjacent to the newly reopened and lush green Al Bidda Park.

It's Qatar's biggest and first pet-friendly park, extending over an area of about two million square metres, boasting expansive landscape and flora, and featuring large gymnasiums, outdoor exercise equipment, open-air playgrounds, open theatre, barbeque stations, tracks for bicycles, horses and camels, and other recreational and service facilities.

Then enjoy a cup of tea or coffee, or even breakfast, at the nearby Fire Station café, Café 999. The station was built in 1982 as a Civil Defence building. It was occupied by the fire brigade until late

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2012 when it was handed over to Qatar Museums (QM), to be recycled for contemporary use. The original details of the building and its tower have been preserved. Today, it stands as a creative space that allows emerging talent from within Qatar to further their practice, research, and work as aspiring professional artists.

Dedicate this day to also visiting the Museum of Islamic Art (MIA), Souq Waqif, Katara and The Pearl-Qatar – all must-see destinations in Qatar.

Located on the Doha Corniche, MIA is the country’s most celebrated museum, inviting people to learn about the full scope of Islamic art, across three continents and over 1400 years. Within the MIA space, you’ll find another gallery and exhibition centre, Al Riwaq, which holds art exhibitions to spark debate; and the MIA Park boasts lovely cafés as well as Richard Serra’s vertical steel sculpture, ‘7’.

Although Souq Waqif comes alive at night, it’s a beautiful place (and fortunately, less busy) during the day. It’s the perfect destination to experience the more historic and cultural side of Qatar with a variety of shops, restaurants and coffee shops as well as art galleries. Next destination, visit Katara for more cultural and artistic indulgence. It’s a great place to dine for lunch or dinner while taking in its exquisite architecture. Last but not least, take a drive around Qatar’s first and only artificial island spanning nearly four million square metres, The Pearl-Qatar. Get a taste of luxury at this extravagant residential district, swamped with high-end shops and restaurants.

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Sand duning at Mesaieed

DAY TWO Now that you’ve seen the ‘Top Places To See in Doha’, you have room to explore beyond the bustling city. Escape the heat at Mesaieed, an oasis of tranquility located amid the dunes of the Arabian Desert, embraced by the blue waters of the Arabian Gulf! Enjoy playing watersports and desert fun at Sealine Beach, A Murwab Resort then take a quad bike and sand bash in the dunes. If you still have time, Zekreet has something for everyone: fascinating geological features and ruins for the intrepid explorer, fabulous stretches of beach for a picnic or overnight camping, and favourable weather conditions for adrenalin junkies to engage in kite surfing and parasailing.

If you wish to stay in Doha and enjoy the waters within the city, spend the day at luxurious Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara, Doha’s paradise island with a botanical garden, 800 metres of pristine private beach and spa menus.

If you’re looking to shop – Qatar’s favourite pastime – visit the country’s newest malls, Tawar Mall, Doha Festival City or Mall of Qatar.

Leaving so soon?

Don’t rush to Hamad International Airport (HIA)!

Besides being spoiled for choice the awardwining airport is a destination for art lovers as it is home to some of the most unique art pieces in the world. QM has worked with local, regional and international artists for over six years to commission and acquire artworks for key locations in and around HIA. The art comprises a mix of sitespecific creations as well as pieces which have been carefully selected for the airport. The first international installation, 'Lamp Bear' by Swiss artist Urs Fischer, was installed in a prominent location in the centre of the airport. Dutch

'Lamp Bear' by Swiss artist Urs Fischer

artist Tom Claassen has produced a series of sculptures of the Oryx, an antelope native to the Arabian Peninsula, which appear as a herd in the arrivals hall of the airport. The airport currently also houses 'Arctic Nurseries of El Dorado' by British artist Marc Quinn, and 'Untitled' by Italian artist Rudolf Stingel. Find out more about HIA and its art installations in Discovering Qatar.

Marhaba Recommendations Other sights to see: Museums: Msheireb Museums, Mathaf: Arab Museum of Modern Art, Sheikh Faisal Bin Qassim Al Thani (FBQ) Museum.

Mosques: State Grand Mosque also known as Imam Muhammad Ibn Abdul Wahhab Mosque; Qatar Faculty of Islamic Studies (QFIS) Mosque also known as the Education City Mosque; HIA Mosque; and at Katara, the Katara Masjid and Golden Masjid.

Others: Souq Waqif, Al Wakra; Qatar National Library (QNL); Aspire Park; Oxygen Park; Hotel Park and Zubarah Fort. There's always more to see!

Touring options: Hop-on and Hop-off around Doha’s main landmarks with the Doha Bus while enjoying sightseeing around the city, whether day or night.

Dining options: Indulge in Lebanese cuisine at Assaha Village. Don’t leave without trying the best cookies in town, Camel Cookies! Grab karak with your cookies too. At The Pearl-Qatar, choose from Burj Al Hammam, Isla Mexican Kitchen Qatar, Urban Jazz Kitchen or Alison Nelson's Chocolate Bar. Enjoy a fully-packed visit to Qatar! For more sightseeing tips, check out ‘Sightseeing’ in Discovering Qatar. m ©

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BRUNCH

AROUND TOWN *

BREAKFAST

Dining Guide Listings CUISINE

4431 5999

North Indian, Turkish, Chinese

✘

✘

✔

✔

5593 6470

Lebanese, international

✘

✘

✔

✔

Aloosh Restaurant *Salwa Road, Souq Waqif

4451 4444

Arabic

✘

✘

✔

✔

Al Sayyad The Diplomatic Club

4484 7420

Lebanese, seafood

✘

✘

✔ ✔

Amara Al Muthanna Complex, Salwa Road

4416 0707

Indian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Asha's *Villaggio, two other locations

4452 9663

Indian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Assaha Lebanese Village Salah Al Deen St

4435 5353

Lebanese

✔

✘

✔

✔

Barrio Fiesta Al Muthanna Complex, Salwa Road

4490 4886

Filipino

✔

✘ ✔ ✔

Biella *The Mall, City Center–Doha, Landmark Mall, TPQ

4467 7732

Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Carluccio's *DFC, Mall of Qatar, The Pearl-Qatar

5084 8259

Italian, gluten-free menu

✔

✘

✔

✔

Casper & Gambini *Landmark Mall, Mirqab Mall

4417 8406

International

✔

✘

✔

✔

Chili’s *City Center–Doha, six other locations

4444 7555

American, Tex-Mex

✘

✘

✔

✔

Debs W Remman *Mall of Qatar, The Pearl-Qatar

3333 4663

Lebanese

✔

✘

✔

✔

Eataly *Doha Festival City, Mall of Qatar

4477 4302

Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Eatopia The Gate Mall

4020 6400

International, bakery

✔

✘

✔

✔

Emirgan Sutis *Al Emadi Financial Square, TPQ

4037 5287

Turkish

✔

✘

✔

✔

Garvey’s European Family Club Off Salwa Road

5560 2779

Traditional British and European

✔

✘

✔

✘

Gerry’s Grill *Al Nasr St, Barwa City

6673 5178

Filipino

✘

✘

✔

✔

Green Education City Golf Club

7773 7973

French, Mediterranean

✔

✘

✔

✔

Huda Restaurant Hotel Park Doha, Tawar Mall

4447 5086

Lebanese, Arabic

✔

✘

✔

✔

IDAM Museum of Islamic Art

4422 4488

French Mediterranean with Arabic twist

✘

✘

✔

✔

Aalishan Ibn Seena St Al Mourjan *Al Corniche, Souq Waqif

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TELEPHONE

Multiple locations, respective number listed

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CUISINE

DINNER

TELEPHONE

LUNCH

Multiple locations, respective number listed

BRUNCH

AROUND TOWN *

BREAKFAST

Dining Guide Listings

INDIGRILL Barwa Tower

3339 5254

Indian grill

✘

✘

✔

✔

Jamie's Italian Doha Festival City

4455 4812

Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Jones the Grocer The Gate Mall

4407 7175

Australian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Layali *Salwa Road, Lagoona Mall

4431 0005

Lebanese

✘

✘

✔

✔

Lenôtre Villaggio

4444 7555

French, international

✔

✘

✔

✔

MRA *Al Ghanim, six other locations

4442 2070

Bakery, Indian, sweets

✔

✘

✔

✔

Mado *The Pearl-Qatar, Ezdan Mall Al Wakra

4436 4622

Turkish

✔

✘

✔

✔

Maison de Sushi *01 Mall, Tornado Tower, DFC

4418 0101

Japanese, sushi

✘

✘

✔

✔

Max's Restaurant *Al Sadd, Al Muntazah

4444 6297

Filipino

✔

✘

✔

✔

Nando’s *Salwa Road, six other locations

4444 2345

Afro-Portuguese flame-grilled chicken

✘

✘

✔

✔

Nassayem Qatar Diplomatic Club

4484 7470

Qatari

✘

✔

✔

✔

Neo *Salwa Road, Mall of Qatar

4432 2539

Chinese, Japanese

✘

✘

✔

✔

Ocean Basket Mall of Qatar

4490 2944

Fish and chips, seafood

✘

✘

✔

✔

Orient Pearl Restaurant Al Corniche

4410 6666

International

✔

✘

✔

✔

Outback Steakhouse *Lagoona Mall, City Center–Doha

4414 9028

Steakhouse

✘

✘

✔

✔

P.F. Chang’s *Villaggio, Mall of Qatar, DFC, Gulf Mall

4452 8541

Asian bistro

✘

✘

✔

✔

Paper Moon Doha Jaidah Square

4016 6000

Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

PAUL *Villaggio, six other locations

4477 4292

Patisserie, light meals, French

✔

✘

✔

✔

Roger’s Diner Suhaim bin Hamad St

4444 7555

American

✔

✘

✔

✔

Romano’s Macaroni Grill Villaggio

4444 7555

Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Royal Indian The Mall

4466 6876

Indian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Royal Tandoor *Al Sadd St, five other locations

4036 0716

North Indian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Roti & Boti Ras Bu Abboud

3355 5777

Indian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Sabah W Masa *Salwa Road, The Pearl-Qatar

4466 6001

Lebanese

✔

✘

✔

✔

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Dining Guide Listings

International

✔

✘

✔

✔

Shiraz Garden Salwa Road

4466 6213

Persian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Spikes Doha Golf Club

4496 0716

International

✔

✔

✔

✔

Sushi Minto *Salwa Road, City Center–Doha

4467 5577

Japanese, Asian, international ✘

✘

✔

✔

Tandoor Express *Old Airport, five other locations

4462 0100

Indian

✘

✘

✔

✔

The Butcher Shop & Grill Villaggio

4477 4301

South African, steak

✘

✘

✔

✔

The Cheesecake Factory *Mall of Qatar, DFC, Villaggio

4452 9995

American, international

✘

✘

✔

✔

The French Olive Barwa Complex, The Pearl-Qatar

4444 4777

French, Italian

✔

✘

✔

✔

The Locker Room Doha Sports Park

4469 0444

Pub food

✘

✘

✘

✔

The Manhattan Fish Market *Bin Mahmoud, two other locations

4444 2353

Seafood

✘

✘

✔

✔

The Noodle House *City Center-Doha, two other locations

4411 5063

Southeast Asian

✔

✘

✔

✔

The Village *Salwa Road, Souq Waqif

4444 6601

Indian, Iranian

✔

✘

✔

✔

Tofu House *Al Jazeera St, Al Mansoura

4435 8678

Korean

✘

✘

✔

✔

Vapiano The Gate Mall, Al Mana Tower 4407 7188

Italian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Wagamama *Lagoona Mall, Doha Festival City, Mall of Qatar

4463 3876

Japanese, Pan Asian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Wok of Fame Villaggio

4413 4772

Asian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Yee Hwa *Al Kinana St, Al Jazeera St

4441 9898

Korean, Japanese

✘

✘

✔

✔

Yugo The Gate Mall

4407 7118

Asian

✘

✘

✔

✔

Zahr El Laymoun Shoumoukh Towers

4444 9197

Lebanese

✔

✘

✔

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DINNER

6676 8812

LUNCH

Shakespeare and Co *Dar Al Salam, four other locations

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Al Amaken Fraser Suites Doha Al Jalsa Cafe Sharq Village & Spa Al Jalsa Garden Lounge InterContinental Doha The City Al Kut Cafe Wyndham Grand Regency Doha Al Mandarin *Salwa Road (multiple locations) Al Nafourah Garden Oryx Rotana Doha Antoinette's Dusit Doha Hotel Atrium Cafe VIP Hotel Atrium Lounge Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Conv. Hotel Aqua Lounge Marriott Marquis

4424 3787 4425 6666

Arabic sweets, shisha Coffee, tea, sweet treats

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4015 8888

Shisha lounge, Arabic dishes

✘

4434 3333

Sweet and savoury

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4442 5588

Juices, snacks, sandwiches

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4402 3333

4004 4444 4426 1111

Lebanese, shisha garden French A la carte cafe

✘ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4485 3000

Afternoon tea, snacks

✔

✔

✘

City Center Doha Hotel

4419 5000

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✔

4008 8888

Shisha, poolside cafe Tea, coffee, iced drinks, light bites

✘

✘ ✔ ✔

✘

4458 2556 4467 1100

Contemporary international Italian, paint and eat!

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘ ✘

4470 8822

Coffee shop

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✔

4411 3361

Light bites, cakes

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

4456 5325

Light bites, cakes

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

4407 7199

Italian

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

4492 9826

Spanish coffee shop

✔

4493 6365

French

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4462 0878

Italian

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4444 4656 4008 8888

Arabic, casual dining Desserts, gelato

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘ ✘ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4411 5281

Ice cream, cakes

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4405 3333

European fine foods, bakery

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4428 1555

International

✔ ✔ ✔ ✔

6647 9173

Hot and cold beverages, snacks

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Baraha Lounge Mandarin Oriental, Doha

✘

✘

✔

✔

✔

✘

Cafe #999 Fire Station Artist in Residence

Cafe Céramique The Mall Cafe De Biznez Gokulam Park Hotel Coffee Time *Palm Tower B (multiple locations) Columbus Cafe *Landmark Mall, Villaggio Espression LavAzza The Gate Mall Farggi *Hamad International Airport, Al Ghanim Fauchon *Lagoona Mall, Royal Plaza, DFC Figaro Ghanem Business Centre, Bin Mahmoud Fy Cafe *Suhaim bin Hamad Street, Aspire Zone Gelato Mandarin Oriental, Doha Gelato Mondo City Center-Doha (multiple locations) Gourmet House Kempinski Residence & Suites Hyde Park Coffee Shop Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha Java U *Salwa Road, Al Nasr, B Square Mall, TPQ

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Jazz Cafe *WOQOD Al Hilal, Barwa Village, Qatar Foundation

4411 1969

Bakery

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Kufic Lounge The Torch Doha

4446 5600

Light bites, pastry, live piano

✔ ✘ ✘

La Parisienne Intercontinental Doha The City

4015 8888

Fresh baked items, patisserie

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

La Cigale Traiteur La Cigale Hotel, Doha

4428 8803

International

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

La Vida Lounge The Torch Doha

4446 5600

Galler Belgian chocolates

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Lobby Lounge InterContinental Doha The City

4015 8888

Light bites, afternoon tea

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Lobby Lounge JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha

4429 5000

Desserts and pastries

✘

Lobby Lounge La Cigale, Doha

4428 8698

Fresh juice, desserts

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Luxe Lounge The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa

4492 1658

Afternoon tea

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Magnolia Bakery *Dar Al Salam, MoQ, Mondrian Doha, Ezdan Mall

✘ ✘ ✘

✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

4450 9407

Cupcakes, cakes

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Meesh Cafe Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park

4408 7744

Snacks, sandwiches, raw juices

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

MIA Cafe Museum of Islamic Art

4422 4168

Healthy French-Arabic fusion

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Moda Lounge AlRayyan Hotel Doha, Curio Collection by Hilton

5513 3472

Chic, high tea

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Orangery Cafe Traittoir La Cigale, Doha

4428 8819

International

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Palm Garden Radisson Blu Hotel, Doha

4428 1555

International

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Quick Bites Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

4419 5000

Healthy all-day dining

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Ristretto Cafe Golden Tulip Doha

4419 8807

Light snacks

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

Riqqa Lounge Crowne Plaza West Bay

4019 8875

Gourmet coffee, tea, desserts

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

Savor Crowne Plaza Doha – The Business Park

4408 7777

Snacks

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✔

Sugar & Spice *Aspire Park, Lagoona Mall

4038 9668

Light bites, desserts, pastries

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

The Dromedary Club C Ring Road

7470 5000

American, coffee

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

✘

The Lobby Lounge The Ritz-Carlton, Doha

4484 8000

Afternoon tea, desserts

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

W Cafe W Doha Hotel & Residences

4453 5385

International

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔ ✘

West End Cafe Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel

4419 5000

Quick bites, meals

✔ ✘ ✔ ✔

Zest Chocolate Cafe Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara

4040 5116

Savouries, cakes, pastries

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Burgeri Aspire Park

4449 3958

American

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

CinnZeo *City Center-Doha, Hyatt Plaza, The Mall

4469 7316

Cinnamon rolls, beverages, desserts

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

ChowKing *Dar Al Salam, Mirqab Mall, Hawdar Al Khail St

4486 6077

Asian fusion, Chinese, Filipino

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Fuddruckers *Khalifa Tennis Stadium, Ezdan Mall

4483 3983

American

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✘

Hot Chicken *Al Najma St, seven other locations

3058 3386

International, fast food

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Hustoh Royal Plaza Mall

4441 6761

Burgers

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Johnny Rockets *Al Hilal, three other locations

4455 2792

American

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Jollibee *Old Airport, eight other locations

4444 9492

Asian, Filipino

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Mooyah *Al Sadd Sports Club, Al Jamiaa St

4444 4048

American, burgers

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

My Sandwich WOQOD Al Hilal

4444 0313

International fast food

✔

Sandwich Factory The Gate Mall

4020 6500

Arabic, Lebanese

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Shake Shack *Villaggio, Gulf Mall, Mall of Qatar, DFC

4452 9668

American burgers, milk shakes

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Shater Abbas *Barwa Village, 10 other locations

4401 5656

Persian, Arabic barbecues

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Subway *Salwa Road, 26 other locations

4444 4043

Subs, salads

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Take Away *Al Sadd St, seven other locations

4442 7778

Arabic, sandwiches, sweets

✔ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Thai Smile *Umm Ghuwailina, Barwa City

4441 5222

Traditional Thai

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

The Chippy Bin Omran

5022 0126

British, multi-cuisine, quick bites

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

Turkey Central *Al Nasr, Al Mirqab Al Jadeed Street, Najma

4442 3423

Turkish

✘ ✔ ✔

✔ ✔

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Indian fast food, chaats

TAKEAWAY

4462 2100

DINNER

Bombay Chowpatty *Old Airport, five other locations

CUISINE

LUNCH

TELEPHONE

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HEALTHY OPTIONS

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Al Mosak Al Jazeera Petrol Station

4412 3666

Healthy bites

✔

✔

✔

✔

Anima Lounge 30 La Croisette, The Pearl-Qatar

4029 6726

International, gluten free menu

✔

✔

✔

✔

Carbon Wheels 14 Qanat Quartier, The Pearl-Qatar

4441 9048

Healthy food, quick bites

✔

✔

✔

✘

Chef’s Garden Education City

4409 5040

Organic meals, salads

✔

✔

✔

✘

Croft Alley Katara Cultural Village

5061 4666

Healthy food, coffee

✔

✔

✔

✘

Dean and David Ezdan Hotel, two other locations

4444 0609

Salad bar

✘

✔

✔

✔

Diet Delights Nuaija

4031 5412

International healthy food

✔

✔

✔

✔

Diet House Bin Omran, six other locations

4444 4911

International healthy food

✔

✔

✔

✔

Ideal Diet Ali Bin Ali St

4488 7745

Healthy food

✔

✔

✔

✘

Evergreen Organics Qanat Quartier, The Pearl-Qatar

4472 0437

Organic, vegan

✔

✔

✔

✔

Healthylicious Barzan Souq, Umm Salal Mohammed

6687 1239

✔

✔

✔

✔

A few choice dining options among many

TELEPHONE

CUISINE

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