The Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Doha

When refreshing ceviche meets idyllic beachfront vistas, you get a Peruvian restaurant by acclaimed chef Gastón Acurio. Open since 2018 at the InterContinental Doha Beach and Spa by IHG, this lively and vibrant spot serves bold yet rustic dishes that are not just appealing to sight and taste, but also to your wallet. Come here for a fun night out with friends and be sure to take a seat on their terrace to soak up the city’s glistening skyline.

Nestled on Lusail’s Al Maha Island, you’ll find a piece of the Mediterranean overlooking the Gulf coast. A great address for a sunset meal thanks to its terrace, this chic French restaurant marries the art of Mediterranean and Niçoise cooking in bright, flavourful dishes. Classics such as fillet de dorade, crevettes in olive oil lemon dressing and tarte aux fraises are just a few examples of simple, delicious plates you’ll find on the menu.

Not only is this restaurant located in the Jean Nouvel-designed National Museum of Qatar, but it also has some of the best views of the city from its terrace. Expect re-imagined traditional Qatari dishes that balance spice and texture seamlessly, such as its cumin madroba, beef margoog, and black cardamom churros. For the full Jiwan experience, opt for their budget-friendly tasting menu.

Savour French seafood-focused dishes in a perfect al fresco setting by the water at this Joel Robuchon venture. Located in the Four Seasons Resort and Residences at The Pearl – Qatar, this place has all the fixings for those looking to enjoy an elegant evening out with a lovely meal. If you’re a big group, go for a whole fish cooked to your liking, otherwise, their signature lobster pasta and seabass carpaccio should do the trick for a taste of the Mediterranean.

Experience outdoor dining the Old Doha way at this charming Qatari restaurant located near the National Museum of Qatar. Set in a restored, 100-year-old Al Khulaifi house, this eatery’s veranda and gardens are great spaces to enjoy an authentic Qatari meal surrounded by a glimpse of its heritage. Their dishes, such as their majboos and mutabbel, are generous in portion and flavour-packed, so it’s best to come hungry and with a big group.

A glamourous experience awaits at this Doha outpost of the London original. Think eye-catching interiors ornamented with large cages, bird motifs and greenery paired with contemporary Chinese cuisine. Adding to the overall appeal is their air-conditioned terrace overlooking the port. Here, diners can enjoy views of mega-yachts while taking a bite of delicious soft-shell crab and signature crispy duck all year long.

It makes perfect sense for this globally renowned franchise to find itself in one of Doha’s trendiest areas, Al Maha Island. Set opposite Lusail Winter Wonderland theme park, this contemporary Japanese eatery is a great place to enjoy an extensive range of sushi, robata grill favourites and cool vibes with your closest friends. Grab a table on the large terrace to take in the urban skylines and its shimmering gulf.