The Best of Doha
After living in Qatar for many years, I’ve concluded that their gastronomy scene is nearly unparalleled. If you’re planning a trip there, I highly recommend stopping by these fabulous places.
Best Brunch Restaurants
Vine Restaurant – St. Regis Hotel
Vine offers a vast international buffet featuring a selection of gastronomic delights to satisfy every palate giving both breakfast and dinner a relaxed and comfortable experience.
Spice Market – (Sushi is the best inside the W Hotel )
Explore this unique South-East Asian experience with food prepared by our chefs and a menu packed full of delicious dishes. Sample traditional Asian flavors with an inventive twist!
Nobu
Experience Chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa’s signature, new-style Japanese cuisine at the world’s largest Nobu restaurant, dramatically perched above the Arabian Gulf.
NOBU FRIDAY BRUNCH
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
B Lounge – Ritz Carlton
If you fancy a tasty brunch in an exceptional setting, experience Frozé Brunch, a mix of Asian flavors served with select beverages.
Every Friday | 1.00pm – 4.00pm
Cost:
▸ QAR 350 | Food and soft drinks
▸ QAR 495 | Enhanced package
▸ QAR 595 | Premium enhanced package and rosé wine
Best Steakhouse
Nusr-et Steakhouse (features the famous “Salt bae”)
A great spot for meat-centric Turkish fare from a chef with a flamboyant serving style.
STK Doha – Ritz Carlton
STK Doha is a chic, unique and more vibrant iteration of a steakhouse experience. Breaking away from convention, by providing a glamorous culinary destination that boasts mouthwatering dishes, with high quality ingredients and a creative twist.
Dare to Brunch on Fridays | 1pm – 5pm
Ipanema – Marriott Marquis City Center Doha
With an endless parade of grilled meats, Ipanema offers Brazil’s popular churrascaria concept where large chunks of slow-cooked meat are presented on sword-style skewers, and carved by the table side.
Rodizio Brazilian Churrascaria – Crowne Plaza Doha
Rodizio is a unique Brazilian dining concept where different meat cuts are prepared on live open flame grills in the center of the restaurant and served on skewers to guests table by the Passadores who slice the various cuts onto each diner’s plate.
Best Traditional/ Middle Eastern Restaurant
Damasca One (dine at the rooftop terrace)
A modern concept gathering the fragrant of the past and the spirit of the present, away from traditional common Syrian restaurants. Fresh ingredients carefully prepared using hand skilled professional in our delicate Arab way, using a combination of oriental taste and Syrian heritage is our signature. Hot and cold appetizers, traditional platters plus a wide range of desserts and drinks are carefully chosen to complete our menu that present also the famous chicha in variety of flavors.
Al Jiwan Restaurant (inside the National Museum of Qatar)
Jiwan is located on the fourth floor of the National Museum of Qatar (NMoQ) and is an essential chapter in the museum’s storytelling experience. Design works in harmony with the menu to give you a taste of Qatar’s nature and rich traditions linked to activities by the sea. The result is a calming, comfortable environment to enjoy the essence of Qatar.
Marsa Katara
The concept is mainly focusing on International Mediterranean Cuisine that showcases the finest dishes that satisfy all guests visiting Marsa Katara. Located in the most prominent location of West Bay in Qatar with a very unique and luxurious dining concept by the bay, first of its kind in Qatar.
Parisa – Souq Waqif
At Parisa Souq Waqif restaurant, you will be dazzled by authentic Persian delights and mesmerizing interiors that combine hand-painted Persian artwork of myths and legends, intricate mosaics, ornate chandeliers and thousands of tiny mirrors that were handpicked from Iran and assembled in Doha over 3.5 years that provide for an authentic Persian dining experience. Advance reservations are required for all dining venues.
Sukar Pasha Ottoman Lounge – Qatara
Sukar Pasha’s interiors draw on traditional Turkish influences. Beneath hand-painted ceilings, mosaics & chandeliers, there are sleek sofas, woven textiles, patterned tiles & elaborate fittings; traditional miniature pictures tell the tales of great leaders. It’s an Ottoman feast for the eyes.
Bars
Belgian Cafe – Intercontinental
A choice of exclusive Belgian draught beers and a global collection of beers in a classically European setting with an extensive menu. The Belgian Café is a little piece of old Brussels right in the heart of Abu Dhabi. During the cooler months of the year, it transforms into a huge Beer Garden. For sports lovers, all major games are shown on the big screen.
abudhabi.intercontinental.com/belgian-cafe
Champions – JW Marriott Marquis
In an atmosphere that celebrates watching sports as a shared, friendly experience, we’re waiting for you at Champions Sports Bar & Restaurant to watch your favorite teams on one of our 19 flat-screen TVs and two large projector screens. Play a game of pool, darts or foosball, enjoy the best burgers in town and try a meter of beer.
Wahm – W Hotel
Set the scene at Doha’s most iconic lounge & outdoor terrace 5:00 PM-02:00 AM. Wahm Lounge Doha is one of those fancy and lively places where there is music, food, entertainment, and leisure. Located at the luxury hotel, W Doha, this lounge and bar have set a unique level of entertainment and leisure. Defined by the vivacious seating, this is a poolside lounge in the city where one can relax, hang out with their gang or match up the beats.
Hudson Tavern
Surrounded by brick walls, wooden surfaces and vintage lighting, enjoy some drinks around the emerald green bar or choose a booth to enjoy hand-crafted burgers and catch up on live sports.
Dancing Clubs
Vertigo – Banyan Tree
Located on level 28, Vertigo Doha is one of the highest clubs in the Musheireb area with incredible 360-degree views of Doha’s Skyline, Corniche, and old city. Vertigo offers an experience like no other with a creative beverages menu, mixology inventions, and International cuisine with a Mediterranean twist in a lively setup with music.
Manko
The first in the Middle East, Manko Doha is a unique ultra-lounge with chic Parisian flair offering a fun, social and energetic atmosphere. All night long DJs and late night dining spread.
SenorRitas Tex Mex
Housed in the unique golden dome of Cielo Hotel, is a vibrant restaurant awaiting you with authentic Tex-Mex specials, live entertainment every day, and detailed interiors.
www.instagram.com/senorritas.qa
Society Lounge – Hilton
On the rooftop of the Hilton Doha hotel lies Society Lounge – an ultra-hip lounge-bar-cum-nightclub that is a place to see and be seen, all with the sonic backdrop of some of the city’s best music.
www.hilton-doha-society-lounge
Instagrammable Places
Boho Social – Qatara
BOHO Social is a new social place and foodie destination, housed in a circular structure on top of Katara Beach club. Stunning bohemian chic interiors by award winning interior designer Paul Bishop and a menu that takes you on a culinary journey into the Americas, Asia, Southern Europe and the Middle East. Dishes that are familiar with traditional ingredients but infused with local flavors and a modern presentation.
You can dine inside the restaurant, on the terrace or book one of the 3 private lounges on mezzanine level all with breathtaking views over the Arabian Gulf. The food, the espresso bar and non-spirited cocktail menu create a true fine dining experience, but in a very relaxed and casual setting.
EL & N Doha – Musherib
They are the leading Instagrammable café and lifestyle brand. Everything that they make is irresistibly chic, pink perfection. EL&N stands for Eat, Live and Nourish. The most delectable food and drink offering in a stunning setting, products for living a stylish life and a positive ethos to nourish your soul.
Glasshouse (near Villagio Mall)
Glass House is an upscale all-day dining venue offering breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks & dinner. Vibrant interior design and a spacious outdoor terrace, with spectacular views of Aspire Park’s greenery, set the tone for an extraordinary dining experience.
www.alaziziyahboutique.com/dining/glass-house
Rosemary Cafe – Al Hazm Mall
They are a concept cafe based in the Alhazm Mall, Doha. From a delicious breakfast to start your day, to having a refreshing coffee in the evening under the roses or ending the day with a sumptuous dinner with your loved ones – you will always find something to immerse your taste buds at Rosemary.
Shopping Malls
Villaggio Mall
Villaggio Mall is a shopping mall located in the Aspire Zone in the west end of Doha, the capital city of Qatar. It is located on Al Waab street between the Hyatt Plaza and Sports City and has over 200 stores, including many famous brands in the U.S., U.K., Italian and German markets
http://www.villaggioqatar.com/en
Place Vendome Mall
Place Vendome has finally opened its doors in Qatar and we predict this new mall will be the it-spot to obsess over and tirelessly shop at all day. This highly-awaited mall located in the city of Lusail is huge, with four floors and taking over 1,150,000 square metres. The design is an open concept and is inspired by classic French-style architecture.
Doha Festival City
Doha Festival City is the most well-loved destination for world-class entertainment, fashion, and dining experiences in Qatar. Over 550 stores represent the most renowned brands in retail including Dior Beauty Boutique, Harvey Nichols, Charlotte Tilbury and Kiehl’s – just some of the delightful names in our well-curated boutique lineup. Choose from 100+ dining venues, from classic fine dining selections to the coolest eateries, cafes and restaurants, today.
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