While cliche’s about breakfast being the most important meal of the day abound, our curated list of the city’s top morning eats will convince even the most dedicated snoozers to rise and shine.
With 30 of the best breakfasts in Doha waiting to be savoured, its time to bid adieu to your morning alarm battles and ditch your pyjamas.
From hearty classics to fancy innovations, these breakfast options are worth the early rise — we promise.
Check out some of the best breakfasts in Doha
Al Banuche Cafeteria
This tiny spot in Al Hilal is all about sandwiches, sandwiches, and more sandwiches. But if you’re looking for a hearty breakfast, there’s just one you need to try — the egg sandwich. It’s unbelievably tasty, and unbelievably cheap at just QR3.50. People come from all over Doha just to get their fix, and you’ll soon be among them once you give it a try.
Open daily 5am-1am. Al Hilal (4462 2026).
Baladna Restaurant
With all of Baladna Restaurant’s dairy products coming from the nearby farm just an hour out of the city, the food here is as fresh as it gets. Order the breakfast tray and you’ll get to try lots of the farm’s delicious offerings, like labneh, cheese and shakshuka. If you’re not a fan of heavy breakfasts, you can order à la carte, too, with options like kashtah with honey or foul.
Open Sat-Wed 8.30am-11.30pm; Thu-Fri 8.30am-midnight. Medina Centrale, The Pearl-Qatar, @baladnarest (5000 8872).
Bayt Sharq
Located inside a heritage home dating back to 1925, Bayt Sharq is a must visit for anyone looking to learn more about Qatari culture thanks to its authentic fare (and the small museum inside). On the breakfast front, the trays here are a great way to try a little bit of everything. The Bayt Sharq breakfast is Qatari, with balaleet, fatayer lahem and nakhi, while the maalem option is a taste of the wider region, with falafel, foul, hummus and labneh. Either option makes for a brilliant breakfast in Doha.
Open daily 8am-11pm. Al Khulaifat, @baytsharq.qa (7770 4589).
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Boho Social
No list of breakfasts in Doha would be complete without Boho Social. The Instagram-friendly spot in Katara Cultural Village has a gorgeous terrace with views out to the Arabian Gulf, and you can even enjoy it during the summer months when the outdoor area gets covered up. Breakfast-wise, expect all your standard international options like eggs benedict, avocado on toast and shakshuka, plus sweet treats like pancakes and waffles.
Open daily 9am-midnight. Katara Cultural Village, bohosocialqatar.com (4408 0543).
Bywater
Start your day in style at this contemporary brasserie overlooking the sea. With a mix of buffet and à la carte options, plus live music carried on the breeze, breakfast here feels like a mini-vacation.
QR120, QR85 (6-12 years), (free under 6). Sun-Thu 6.30am-10.30am, Fri-Sat 6.30am-11am. Waldorf Astoria Doha Lusail @bywaterdoha (4456 5770).
Damasca One
If you’re planning on spending the day exploring Souq Waqif, make a pit stop at Damasca One first for one of the most popular breakfasts in Doha. The Syrian restaurant is in the perfect location for some people watching as you graze on authentic dishes like foul, falafel, hummus and makdous.
Open daily 8am-1am. Souq Waqif, @damascaone (4475 9089).
Deli Kitchen
Love a good breakfast buffet? Then get yourself a table booked at Deli Kitchen. Every morning, you’ll be able to order hot and cold Arabic mezze, eggs as you like them, pastries and fruits and more from the buffet stations for QR99. Mix it up and head to the Asian corner for dim sum.
QR99 (adults), QR50 (kids aged five-12). Open daily 6.30am-10.30am. Al Messila Resort & Spa, delikitchendoha.com (4445 0000).
Eggspectation
Your expectations should be high on any visit to Eggspectation, which serves up some of the best breakfasts in Doha. The Canadian export is famed for its eggs benedict, with options including lobster, chicken or bacon bennys, but we’re also big fans of the French toast.
Open Sat-Thu 7am-9.30pm; Fri 7am-10.30am, 12.45pm-9.30pm. Medina Centrale, The Pearl-Qatar, eggspectation.qa (5040 9900).
Evergreen Organics
So far, this list of top breakfasts in Doha has been pretty egg-centric. But for those who don’t like eggs, or are entirely plant-based, the city’s first 100 percent vegan café needs to be on your radar. Pay a morning visit and you’ll be able to dive into delicious açaí or granola bowls, French toast or a chickpea scramble that will ensure you don’t miss eggs at all.
Open Sat-Thu 7am-11pm; Fri 7am-11.30am, 12.30pm-11pm. Qanat Quartier, The Pearl Qatar and The Gate Mall, West Bay, evergreenorganics.qa (4472 0437 / 4006 0049).
Flat White Specialty Coffee
If you can’t get out of bed without a cup of joe, make a beeline for Flat White Specialty Coffee. The homegrown brand has proven so popular that there are now six branches dotted around the city, including our personal favourite at the Iconic 2022 building. Aside from excellent flat whites, the brunch menu includes mushrooms on toast, poached eggs in salsa roja, and blueberry ricotta pancakes. Our pick? London calling on London morning, with baked beans, mushrooms, and kimchi on sourdough, which will make your day even on the rare days the weather is wet and moody like in the UK.
Various locations including Al Hilal, The Gate Mall and The Pearl-Qatar, www.flatwhite.qa.
Huqqa
While Huqqa might be better known as a late night spot that serves shisha, if you haven’t been here for breakfast, you’re missing out. The Turkish breakfast menu includes everything from sausages and pogaca pastries to grilled halloumi and fried eggplant salad, which sounds like the perfect way to spend your morning.
Open daily 9am-2am. Al Gassar Resort, The St. Regis Doha, Al Qassar, @huqqadohaqatar (4424 4866).
IZU
Famed Dubai-based chef Izu Ani’s eponymous restaurant in Doha is beloved among those with a sweet tooth, particularly as the breakfast menu is served daily between 9am and 3pm. The French toast, served with a berry jam, is one of the best in the city, but if you’re more of a fan of savoury flavours, opt for the eggs benedict with truffle.
Open daily 9am-11pm. Mandarin Oriental Doha, Msheireb Downtown Doha (4008 8888).
Jones the Grocer
Originally hailing from Australia, Jones the Grocer now has outlets all over the globe. In Doha, you can head to The Gate Mall to get your fix of pancakes, avocado on toast, or even a full English.
Open daily 7am-11pm. The Gate Mall, West Bay, jonesthegrocer.com (4407 7175).
Karak Mqanes
Another traditional Qatari spot, Karak Mqanes is known in Doha for its breakfasts. Head here for dishes like balaleet, zaatar halloumi, shakshuka and chicken liver. There are branches all over the city, so you’re never too far away from a delicious breakfast.
Various locations including Doha Festival City (3333 6538), Lusail (3118 1715) and The Pearl-Qatar (3394 9898).
Le Colonial
Breakfast room Le Colonial is a good choice no matter what kind of food you’re in the mood for, with an international and Arabic buffet spread priced at QR130. Ordering à la carte? Go for the Belgian waffles topped with orange segments, which is best enjoyed from the outdoor terrace looking out towards Souq Waqif.
Open Sat-Thu 6am-11am; Fri 6am-noon. Alwadi Hotel Doha – MGallery, Msheireb Downtown Doha (4009 9999).
Mina Hotel Restaurant
Have breakfast at Mina Hotel Restaurant while you watch ships dock at the Old Doha Port. The entire area is a delight, with colourful buildings lining the waterway and the breakfast served up at the restaurant is delicious. There’s are set platters to choose from as well as individual items such as foul medamas, eggs done to your liking plus pancakes, granola bowls and an assortment of breads from the bakery.
Open daily 7am-11pm. Mina District, Old Doha Port (4462 5333).
Murano Lobby Lounge
Not only does Café Murano offer incredible views over the Marsa Malaz Kempinski’s pool and beach, it also serves up some of the best breakfasts in Doha. Their Breakfast@Kempinski menu features a tempting selection of morning favourites including freshly baked pastries and sumptuous savoury items.
QR95 minimum on two people. Open daily 7am-1pm. Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl-Qatar (4035 5011).
Public House
Designed to look like a retro diner, Public House serves breakfast on weekends, from 9am until noon. Think beef bacon, egg cheese sandwich or buttermilk pancake stacks with whipped maple butter.
Fri-Sat 9am-noon. Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl-Qatar, @publichousedoha (4035 5011).
Quick Bites
Contrary to what its name suggests, the brunch at Quick Bites is anything but quick. Take your time to explore and indulge in their all-day brunch menu with artisan breads to sample alongside the Chef’s signature breakfast options such as classic eggs benedict, pancake, crepes and more favourites.
QR145 (inclusive of two drinks of choice), Fri 8am-3.30pm. Marriott Marquis City Center Doha Hotel, West Bay @marriottmarquisdoha (4419 5510).
Ric’s Kountry Kitchen
For a taste of America here in Qatar, you can’t go far wrong with Ric’s Kountry Kitchen. Think biscuits and gravy, breakfast burritos and home fries, don’t think about the calories.
Open daily 6.30am-10.30pm. Al Emadi Financial Square, Al Hilal (4443 7846).
Santa Monica Breakfast Club
Is Santa Monica known for its excellent breakfasts? Who knows — all we know is that this spot serves up fantastic morning grub. There’s egg dishes, waffles, pancakes, Arabic mezze… basically everything you could possibly want and need. Make sure you check out the Friday brunch, too.
Open daily 6.30am-11.30am. Grand Hyatt Doha Hotel & Villas, West Bay Lagoon, @smbcdoha (4448 1240).
Sarabeth’s
Lazy mornings just got an upgrade at Sarabeth’s in The Plaza Doha LXR Hotels & Resorts. This New York import brings a taste of Big Apple breakfasts to Doha with its new Lazy Breakfast concept, available every Saturday. From 11am to 3pm, you can indulge in a leisurely feast that’s worth rolling out of bed for. The menu is a who’s who of breakfast favourites, from Poached Egg with Red Sauce to the Instagram-worthy Goldie Lox Salmon Bagel. Don’t miss the mini pancakes, French toast and waffles – they’re the perfect excuse to sample a bit of everything. Whether you’re nursing a Friday night hangover or just in the mood for a long, lazy brunch, this is the place to be.
QR125 Saturdays 11am-3pm. The Plaza Doha LXR Hotels & Resorts, @theplazadoha (4040 2222).
Seasons Tea Lounge
Whether you sit outside and admire the view, enjoy the bright and airy conservatory, or sink into the deep green sofas inside, a five-star breakfast in Doha is guaranteed at Seasons Tea Lounge. Order plates like croissant egg sandwiches, French toast or pancakes, or pay a visit on the weekend for a truly decadent breakfast stand with assorted cheeses, fruits and pastries, and your preferred egg dish.
Open daily 8am-midnight. Four Seasons Hotel Doha, The Corniche (4494 8600).
Sel & Miel
Exclusively available on Friday mornings, the Sel & Miel breakfast is the perfect way to start the weekend. The sharing set menu includes French pastries served with honey and various jams, cold cuts and cheeses, plus made-to-order plates like plates like traditional French omelette and pancakes, all for QR125 per person.
QR125. Every Fri and Sat 10am-2pm. The Ritz-Carlton Doha, West Bay Lagoon, selmieldoha.com (5576 4278).
Sugar and Spice
Sugar and spice and all things nice is exactly what you’ll find at this eatery in Aspire Park – including plenty of fabulous breakfast options. While there are savoury options, like avocado on toast and omelettes, we head here for the sweet treats, like the corn flakes French toast and the pancakes.
Open Sat-Thu 9am-10.30pm; Fri 9am-11pm, 12.30pm-10.30pm. Aspire Park, Aspire Zone, sugarandspiceqatar.com (4038 9668).
The Brunchery
The word brunch seems to have lost all meaning across much of the city, but The Brunchery are putting breakfast back into the portmanteau. The menu is absolutely massive, with basically every pancake flavour and topping you could dream of, plus chicken and waffles, omelettes and avocado on toast. Doha, let’s make breakfast great again.
Open daily 7am-11pm. Al Mana Twin Towers, Fereej Bin Mahmoud, @thebrunchery.qa (4001 2444).
The Kitchen
Be warned, folks: The Kitchen is home to one of the most popular breakfasts in Doha, so if you want to get a seat here at the weekend, you’ll need to book in advance. Why is it so popular? Well, the poolside outdoor terrace is gorgeous, as is the indoor area when the summer weather gets too hot, and the menu includes all kinds of eggs, plus other classic dishes like oatmeal, pancakes, and French toast. It’s a recipe for success.
QR110. Daily 7am-11am. Hilton Doha The Pearl Hotel & Residences, Abraj Quartier, The Pearl-Qatar, thekitchendoha.com (4492 4610).
Twisted Olive
Another super popular breakfast spot, Twisted Olive can be found on the ground floor of the Burj Doha. The all-day breakfast menu features unbeatable plates like the street corn avocado toast, cinnamon crunch French toast, and steak and eggs benedict. Vegans will love it, too, with a breakfast platter featuring tofu scramble, vegan sausages and avocado.
Open daily 7am-9.30pm. Burj Doha, West Bay, twistedolive.qa (4425 2727).
Yasmine Palace
We don’t know about you, but we don’t typically spend our mornings eating in a palace. But with top notch service, a luxury setting and great food, Yasmine Palace is as close as you’ll get to living out your fantasies of finding out you’re actually the heir to the throne of Genovia.
Open daily 9am-2am. Porto Arabia, The Pearl-Qatar, yasminepalace.com (7711 1504).
Yedi by Chef Esat
Kickstart your morning at Yedi for a breakfast that’s truly Turkish. Enjoy a delightful feast inspired by the seven regions of Anatolia. From Turkish mezze to chef’s special kumru sandwiches, Yedi offers a unique breakfast experience.
QR150. Sun-Thu 6.30am-11am. Le Meridien Doha @yedi.qatar (4141 6050).
