Crystal Lounge (“W” Doha Hotel & Residences, West Bay, Doha) — A welcome addition to Doha’s bar scene, Crystal Lounge is dark and funky. Black Baccarat chandeliers and bold prints in moody colors set the tone, and capable bar staff serve up a selection of intriguing cocktails. Quiet on nights earlier in the week, the […]
CloudNYN (Merweb Hotel, 9 Al Sadd Street, Doha) – this club features a large dance floor complete with state of the art sound and lighting systems and an elevated DJ booth from where the DJ spins dance music from the 70s, 80s and 90s. Meanwhile, the bartender concocts a variety of drinks, cocktails and mixes […]
Sushi Minto (Al Muthanna Complex, Salwa Road, Doha) – patrons have been immediately impressed by the investment this Japanese restaurant made with its décor. There’s a very trendy outdoor area overlooking the street, and whilst it’s not the quietest place to sit out and eat, there’s a definite winning charm to it. The service is […]
Spice Boat – (Al Maha Twin Tower, Westbay, Doha) – this restaurant offers a variety of vegetarian and non-vegetarian cuisine such as authentic Indian, Chinese, Pakistani, and seafood dishes. It can accommodate 70 guests inside and another 120 in open air dining. The restaurant also has a separate area to hold theme parties and pool […]
Shake Shack (Villaggio Mall, Al Waab Street, Doha) – it’s hard to believe, but this is indeed the Qatar branch of the popular American burger and shake eatery of the same name. This is certainly on the “fail safe” list for Americans passing through Doha. If it hasn’t happened already, expect Shake Shack to increase […]
Ruby Wus (Radisson Blu Hotel Doha, (Old) Ramada) Ramada Junction, Salwa Road, Doha) — From Hong Kong to Beijing, this restaurant explores all the culinary delights of China. It’s fast paced and energetic service creates a full of life atmosphere. Dumplings to Duck, Soft shell crab to Spiced Snapper, there is bound to be something […]
Patagonia (31 La Croisette Porto Arabia, The Pearl-Qatar, Doha) — Patagonia offers quality traditional Argentinean food with a high level of service at an affordable price. Signature dishes include empanadas, premium meat cuts and the well known dulce del leche with special menus of Argentinean pizzas and beverages. To get there you need to head […]
Neo (Souq Najid, Salwa Road, Doha) — Located on the busy Salwa Road, it is not the most beautiful or quiet of settings but this should not deter anyone from dining here. It means that the restaurant is accessible both for a sit down meal or for a takeaway. The sushi is to a good […]
Lwzaar Seafood Market (Unit 27, Katara Cultural Village, West Bay Lagoon Area, Doha) – since its opening in 2011, diners have been excited by this seafood restaurant, in part because of how it charges for fish dishes – by weight. Here, fresh seafood is laid out on ice in a ‘fish market’ style for you […]
La Varenne (28th Floor, Tornado Tower, West Bay, Doha) – for those who want to splurge, this French restaurant offers various French classics such as French Onion Soup and specials as well. It currently offers only breakfast and lunch. There’s a bakery on-site, which prepares fresh pastries and breads during breakfast, with some patrons showing […]