In Qatar, apart from its traditional Qatari and Middle Eastern cuisine, visitors will find all major tastes of the world, with everything from fine dining to family-style restaurants, casual, and cafes.
The quality of restaurants in Qatar’s hotels is generally very high. Qatar has significantly invested in its hospitality industry, attracting world-class chefs and culinary talent. This has resulted in various dining options, from traditional Qatari cuisine to international specialties. Whether you’re craving Italian, French, Japanese, or Qatari cuisine, you’re likely to find a restaurant that suits your palate. Read below to learn about the special restaurants in hotels of Qatar:
Sora Rooftop
With a balance of small sharing dishes, sushi, tempura, and the unique culinary art of Robata (meat grilled over charcoal), Sora Rooftop is an exceptional Japanese restaurant in Doha. It offers one of Doha’s most magnificent outdoor dining terraces, where a pre-dinner sundowner is not to be missed while basking in the golden light of an Arabian sun.
Sora Rooftop showcases modern Japanese drinks and dishes while merging the local culture. Perched 21 storeys above Msheireb Downtown, Sora provides panoramic views of The Doha Palace, Green Mosque, Souq Waqif, Corniche and West Bay skylines.
Location: Park Hyatt Doha
Instagram: @sorarooftop
Hunters Room and Grill
Dine at Hunters Room and Grill in Westin Doha and enjoy an authentic steakhouse ambiance. The à la carte menu features savory starters, signature cuts like skirt steak and lamb chops, ceviche, Argentinian-inspired dishes, and more, all topped off with delicious desserts.
Indulge in a contemporary Steakhouse in Doha featuring an open-show kitchen that presents enticing aromas. Hunters Room & Grill offers quality cuts from around the world, in addition to vegetarian options while providing a great dining experience in a unique style of serving.
Location: The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa
Instagram: @hunters.doha
The Highmore
Located over two floors, this rooftop lounge features a stunning terrace, a blended games room, private dining, and sitting spaces accompanied by live music. The restaurant features international cuisine that includes salads, Nachos & Cheese, Pizzas, burgers, and more.
Location: Waldorf Astoria Lusail
Instagram: @thehighmoredoha
Akte Pier 51
Akte Pier 51 is a concept lounge built around the best of Island Vibes. The restaurant offers unmatched sea views, exquisite dishes, and rich entertainment. Come and enjoy the lifestyle, robust flavors, and refreshing drinks that will transport you to the beautiful Greek islands.
Experience a Mediterranean culinary journey at Akte Pier 51 and savor the 360-degree view of the city as you indulge in a tempting array of flavors, from appetizers to desserts.
Location: Rixos Gulf Hotel Doha
Instagram: @aktepier51
Turquoise Restaurant
Turquoise Restaurant is a signature Turkish-inspired all-day dining restaurant that offers delectable international, Turkish, and Middle Eastern cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Enjoy a generous open buffet with indoor and outdoor seating.
The interior of the restaurant is refreshing with shades of blue and Turkish elements.
Location: Rixos Premium Qetaifan Island North
Hadika
An authentic Levantine garden restaurant with private dining rooms. The outdoor seating is similar to a garden with unbeatable views of the Doha Skyline.
Hadika is a Levantine restaurant that focuses on Mezzeh family-style food, such as fattoush, arayes, and shish tawook. It is situated in a beautiful shaded outdoor garden and has three private dining rooms.
Location: The Ned Doha
Lucia’s
Born from an authentic Italian heritage, Lucia’s invites guests to make the most of a vibrant dining experience by the sea that blends traditional flavors and modern cuisine.
Lucia’s Doha has both indoor and outdoor seafront seating. Diners can expect a stunning Capri-esque aesthetic, typified by bursts of bright colors and a playful style with plenty of greenery — all of which instantly transports guests to the picturesque Mediterranean. The menu consists of sophisticated yet authentic selections.
Instagram: @luciasdoha
Location: Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
Glass House Doha
Glass House is an upscale all-day dining venue offering Classic and Pan-Asian cuisine breakfast, lunch, afternoon snacks & dinner. It has a vibrant interior design and a spacious outdoor terrace, with spectacular views of Aspire Park’s greenery. At night, the restaurant exudes a romantic setting with its luxurious chandeliers.
Instagram: @glasshousedoha
Location: Al Aziziyah Boutique Hotel By The Torch
Morimoto
Inspired by ancient Japan and a key landmark, Morimoto is adorned with energetic and graceful artworks by Japanese painter, Hiroshi Senju. Experience luxurious dining in a 16-seat sushi bar or the main dining area surrounded by rose-gold studded columns.
Guests will also find behind the sophisticated, hidden mirror doors, two private interlinking dining rooms for exclusive dinners and business meetings.
Instagram: @mondrian_doha
Location: Mondrian Doha
Al Nafourah Garden
Al Nafourah Garden is where it’s all about Lebanese cuisines and live sports broadcasting! Nestled amidst the swaying palms, Al Nafourah Garden exudes a welcoming vibe inviting one into its alfresco or indoor dining, a place where friends can get together and have a good time watching live sports broadcasts.
The restaurant serves authentic Lebanese mezza and Middle Eastern cuisines with a sharing-style menu.
Location: Hyatt Regency Oryx Doha
Adrift Anda
Embark on a unique culinary adventure at Adrift Anda by ‘Gypsy Chef’ David Myers, where the fusion of a Roman trattoria, Neapolitan pizzeria, and Florentine steakhouse awaits with artisanal pizza, pasta, and expertly grilled Bistecca Fiorentina.
Instagram: @adriftandadoha
Location: Le Royal Méridien
Cucina
Amplifying the authenticity, warmth, and vigor of many Italian Homes, Cucina restaurant feels like stepping into an Italian grandmother’s countryside kitchen, where food is prepared straight from the heart.
Taste a true Italian dining experience with your classic pizza favorites, homemade pasta, mouth-watering risotto, and authentic desserts prepared in perfection that will travel you to Italy.
Instagram: @cucinadoha
Location: Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel
Shanghai Club
Shanghai Club offers the best of Asian gastronomy. The Chinese restaurant offers authentic dishes, exotic flavors, and inspiring interpretations of much-loved classics, accompanied by breathtaking 360° city views.
Instagram: @shanghaiclub.doha
Location: JW Marriott Marquis City Center Doha
Spice Market
Immerse yourself in authentic flavors and savor the best of Southeast Asian cuisine and sushi in Doha. The menu includes meticulously crafted sushi by skilled chefs.
The warm ambiance mirrors Southeast Asian markets, creating a perfect setting for an unforgettable dining experience. Designed around large group tables, the atmosphere at Spice Market is lively and immersive.
Instagram: @wdoha
Location: W Doha
b-lounge
With breathtaking marina views as the main backdrop, culinary and mixology events, celebrity guest DJs, and nightly entertainment, B-lounge provides an unforgettable experience to please any taste buds and music lovers.
It is also a popular restaurant for Sushi lovers in Qatar.
Instagram: @bloungedoha
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Doha
Al Matbakh
Al Matbakh is a rooftop restaurant overlooking the Corniche skyline. Experience progressive cuisine and discerning shisha selections during the skyscraper sundown. An open kitchen reveals all the action.
Enjoy authentic bold flavors of kebabs, curries, biryani, and more. They have vegetarian options as well,
Location: Arumaila Boutique Hotel, Souq Waqif
Al Nahham
Al Nahham is where you will experience Arabian days and nights in Doha. The restaurant is set at the water’s edge giving the vibe of a boat restaurant.
Explore local flavors and spices with a selection of mezze from around the region. End your evening with a selection of shishas under the stars.
Location: Banana Island Resort Doha by Anantara
La Marsa
This singular overwater restaurant is the jewel in the culinary crown at The Chedi Katara. Rising above West Bay and accessed on foot by an elongated jetty, the first-of-its-kind in Qatar dining room extends to eight exclusive bungalows for private functions and serves a gourmet menu of Mediterranean flavors and Middle Eastern classics plus Shisha, accompanied by sublime sea views to the Doha skyline and Pearl Island.
Instagram: @lamarsadoha
Location: The Chedi Katara Hotel & Resort Doha
La Mar Doha by Gastón Acurio
Located at the InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa, La Mar Doha is the city’s first authentic Peruvian restaurant, open daily for dinner and for brunch every Friday. La Mar celebrates the authentic and diverse flavors of Peruvian gastronomy, a tour through Peru’s incredible cultural diversity, including Japanese, Chinese, Spanish, Italian, and Andean influences.
Instagram: @lamardoha
Location: InterContinental Doha Beach & Spa
La Méditerranée Robuchon
Our flagship dining destination celebrates the creative genius of chef Joël Robuchon, whose namesake restaurants hold nearly 30 Michelin stars. Discover exquisite cuisine prepared with French and Mediterranean flair, sip aperitifs at the bar or dine outdoors on our sea-view terrace.
Discover a truly immersive dining experience where an array of dishes is masterfully crafted with true Mediterranean flair.
Instagram: @lamediterraneerobuchondoha
Location: Four Seasons Resort, Pearl Qatar