10 Best Restaurants in Doha

REBERU Contemporary Cuisine serves up exquisite high-end fusion fare in a contemporary setting as comfortable as it is stylish. Located in the heart of Doha, REBERU presents a unique, self-styled “multi-tiered culinary experience.” The name Reberu, meaning “levels” in Japanese, is reflected in the layers of flavors that come alive on the palate with every mouthful of each dish. 

REBERU’s creative menu features fusion Japanese cuisine with global influences, from Peruvian to various European flavors, with dishes crafted using a combination of the freshest local ingredients and international luxury products. While REBERU is renowned for its sushi and beef dishes, it also offers a good selection for vegetarian diners. 

Saffron at Banyan Tree offers a fine-dining experience of authentic Thai cuisine, abundant with traditional recipes and specialties passed down through generations with a creative twist from the in-house chefs.  

Saffron is housed in a decadent sensory environment, where guests can savor the flavors and aromas of the fresh herbs and spices used in Thai cooking while enjoying the spectacular panoramic views of the Doha skyline from the 24th floor. For those who want to delve deeper into the culinary experience, Saffron also offers cooking classes. 

Curiosa is an innovative Latin American-inspired restaurant and collaboration with famed Michelin-starred chef Jean Georges. Located on Doha’s waterfront promenade in the Four Seasons hotel, the restaurant offers a warm and vibrant ambiance and a spacious outdoor terrace dining area overlooking the sea. 

Popular dishes include crispy fish tacos, shrimp ceviche, and squash empanadas. And while the menu includes vegetarian options, the chefs are happy to modify dishes to plant-based creations. The 3-dish “Express Lunch” set menu is popular with the business crowd who want to enjoy an excellent lunch but don’t have more than 40 minutes to spare. Everything is exquisitely presented and the service is excellent, ensuring a memorable dining experience. 

Alba offers a decadent Italian dining experience inspired by the rare white truffles of Piedmont. The chefs at Alba craft a menu that blends authentic Italian specialties with fresh local ingredients and luxury imports.  

Alba is located in the new Raffles Doha Hotel in the waterfront Katara Towers. You can choose to be seated in the opulent dining space with its buoyant atmosphere or one of the secluded private spaces. The à la carte menu includes creative takes on Italian classics and is complemented by a 300-label wine list featuring selections from the town of Alba. 

Nobu Doha serves up high-end fare by famed celebrity chef Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, known for his innovative Japanese cuisine with Peruvian influences. And you can enjoy this culinary experience with breathtaking views from Nobu’s atmospheric waterfront location, where you can watch the city light up at night.  

Nobu's signature style features exquisite presentation and harmonious marriages of flavors. Popular dishes include Nobu’s famous black cod yuzu miso and king crab leg with shiso salsa, and the wagyu sliders are an enduring hit. Nobu is popular for daily happy hour drinks from 6 to 8 pm and its brunch buffet. A complimentary shuttle from the Four Seasons makes it convenient for guests to enjoy this dining experience. 

Elevate your visit to the National Museum of Qatar by dining at Jiwan, its superb in-house restaurant. Known for fascinating flavors and exceptional service, Jiwan takes traditional Qatari cuisine to new culinary heights at the top of the iconic museum. Enjoy captivating views of Jean Nouvel’s desert rose-inspired architecture and the restored Palace of Sheikh Abdullah bin Jassim Al Thani, with the cityscape in the background and the Pearl on the horizon. 

Inside Jiwan, the decor reflects Qatar’s natural heritage where the desert meets the sea. Jiwan, meaning “perfect pearl,” draws inspiration from Qatar’s pearl diving tradition with its undulating installation of 4 million Swarovski crystals suspended overhead, designed to resemble an oyster shell. 

STK Doha is a modern steakhouse on the 23rd floor of the Ritz Carlton. Here everything is impeccable, from the exquisite food to the flawless service and the elegant modern setting. This premium steakhouse serves classic and premium cuts of Australian and USDA prime beef. Vegetarians are treated to excellent meat-free options, and diners can enjoy a range of creative cocktails. 

STK is ideal for special occasions, business lunches, and romantic dinners. It’s also family-friendly, making it adaptable for any occasion. With stunning views and a wonderful ambiance, STK is a must-visit restaurant when in Doha. 

If you are hungry for an authentic Brazilian dining experience in Doha, Ipanema will not disappoint. This restaurant is a vibrant traditional churrascaria, where large cuts of meat are skewered, seasoned, chargrilled, and carved tableside.  

It’s a Rodizio concept restaurant, where waiters continue to bring the barbequed beef, lamb, and chicken to your table until you indicate you’ve had enough, so go hungry. In addition to the meats, the daily Rodizio buffet from 6 pm includes a wide selection of salads, sides, including grilled pineapple as a special highlight, and a decadent dessert buffet. Ipanema sometimes hosts live Brazilian music like bossa nova, and samba and brunch on Fridays and Saturdays are popular. 

The traditional Qatari cuisine at SMAT Restaurant will leave you in awe. The food is fragrant, colorful, and delicious, with unforgettable traditional recipes perfected over generations, then given a modern twist. 

The abundant selection of local Qatari and Arabic dishes includes both meat and plenty of vegetarian regional specialties, all beautifully presented in generous portions. The interior of SMAT is elegant and comfortable in an intricate Arabic style, and the service is warm and professional. SMAT is located on the Corniche near the Qatari Museum so you can easily combine a visit. Ask for a sea view. 

Morimoto Doha offers refined Japanese dining with a focus on quality, fresh ingredients. This is the first Morimoto in the Middle East, showcasing famed chef Masaharu Morimoto's signature cuisine combining Japanese tradition with Western culinary techniques.  

The steak is exquisite and the sushi and nigiri are superb. You can enjoy them, fresh-made, at the 16-seat sushi bar and as an à la carte experience in the elegant dining room adorned with Japanese art. The warm, attentive, and knowledgeable staff strive to give you impeccable service. Ask them for recommendations or try the popular nigiri, spicy Alaskan king crab, miso black cod, or the Morimoto chicken ramen.