Welcome to the Shopping in Qatar e-guide of our 96th issue of the ever-evolving Marhaba. This year, in which we celebrate our 32nd anniversary, has seen many changes and challenges so far, due to the ongoing Middle East crisis Yet again, the team has worked tirelessly to bring our readers the most accurate and up to date information. Through our offerings – both in print and online – Marhaba continues to position itself as one of Qatar’s best information resources.
The shopping sector continues to grow, with tourists and residents alike spoiled for choice. See the Shopping in Qatar listing of malls, souqs and other shopping centres. Our Interesting Reads include A Resilient Retail Market, which highlights Qatar's retail market remained broadly stable despite regional tensions and seasonal factors, and Made in Qatar: Homegrown Grocery Brands exploring the local brands flourishing on supermarket shelves.
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Useful Numbers
Telephone numbers and locations for some of the most popular retail outlets.
Feature – A Resilient Retail Market
Qatar’s retail real estate market remained broadly stable during the first quarter of 2026.
Shopping Shopping
Shopping in Qatar
• Overview • Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
• Rewards and Schemes • Coupon and Discount Websites and Apps
• Shopping Festivals and Sales • Taxes
• Malls and Other Shopping Centres Listings
• Al Furjan and Azzab Markets • Central Markets (Aswaq)
• Commercial Shopping Streets • Souqs • Gold Souq
Map of Souq Area
Founder & Managing Editor
Hilary Bainbridge
Editorial
Sarah Palmer (Editor)
Ola Diab (Deputy Editor)
Terry Sutcliffe
Advertising
Howard Bainbridge
Marrian Magtira
Retail Sales
Ayen Molina
Online/Digital
Patrisha Manzon
Charlotte Wright
Juggy Gill
Isra Mubarak
Design and Artwork
Dick Tamayo
Mar Principe
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Useful Numbers
Marhaba updates this section every issue; however, details may change after going to press. Shops frequently change contact numbers, and at times, locations. To doublecheck information or find contact details for shops, call or text 180.
In addition to in-store shopping, most shops, stores, and even pharmacies offer online shopping through their own websites or apps for added convenience. Some are also available on delivery apps such as Talabat, Snoonu, and Rafeeq, where a wide range of shopping items can be found, often with offers and discounts.
*Indicates multiple locations. Map references in green.
Gulf Greetings (Hallmark)* (City Center Doha) C4 4483 8117
4486 3533
The best gifts and souvenirs can be found at Souq Waqif, Al Wakrah Old Souq, and Katara Cultural Village, as well as at gift shops across Qatar Museums (QM). You can also visit QC Market (market.qacreates.com), which brings together products from across QM’s museum gift shops.
Jewellery and Watches
Ali Bin Ali Watches & Jewelry* (Mall of Qatar) C1 4444 0228
Alfardan Jewellery* (Place Vendôme) D2 4142 4117
Al Jaber Watches* (The Mall) D4 4467 8484
Al Muftah Jewellery* (Al Sadd) D3 4444 1313
Al Romaizan* (Gold Souq) D4 5512 6530
Al Sulaiman Jewellers* (Gold Souq) D4 4437 6677
Damas* (Al Mana Center, Al Sadd) D3 4442 5428
Domasco Watches* (City Center Doha) C4 4483 9327
Marhaba Jewellery (Gold Souq) D4 4431 8055
Pearl Gallery* (Wathnan Mall) D2 4480 0124
Pure Gold Jewellers* (Villaggio Mall) D2 3111 9145
Key Cutting/Shoe and Watch Repair
Mr Quality* (City Center Doha) C4 4017 2845
Kitchenware
Articles (Royal Plaza) D3 4413 1188
Table Arts Qatar* (Lagoona Mall) B4 5176 1555
Tavola* (City Center Doha) C4 4493 0102
Villeroy & Boch* (Salwa Rd) D3 4436 3561
Musical Equipment
51 East* (Call Centre) 4436 1111
Angham Al Sharq (Al Gharrafa) B2 3357 8910
Badie Studio & Stores (Al Souq Area) D4 4442 3554
FNAC* (Lagoona Mall) B4 4436 2222
Nujoom Alain (Al Rayyan) D2 7043 9860
Virgin Megastore* (Villaggio Mall) D2 4495 9060
Opticians
Al Dar Optics* (Al Nasr St) D3 4436 3461
Al Jabor Vision Technology (C Ring Rd) D4 4442 7152
Yateem Optician* (Lagoona Mall) B4 4412 4380
Oriental Crafts and Carpets
Bradran Persian Carpets (The Mall) D4 4467 8886
Oriental Carpet Company (Al Sadd) D4 4447 9794
Shahrzad Carpets (Gold Souq) D4 4442 3210
The Carpet Cellar (Msheireb) D4 3116 8427
The Rugman (Al Nasr St) D3 5555 3407
Paint Shops
ACE (Doha Festival City) B2 800 971 223
Hempel Paints* (Industrial Area) F3 4455 9000
Jotun Paints* (Call Centre) 4441 2728
Party Decorations and Costumes
Crazy Party* (Villaggio Mall) D2 4450 7777
Events (Royal Plaza) D3 4413 1155
Party Kingdom (Bin Mahmoud) D4 4435 3501
Party Mania (The Centre) D4 4441 8810
Personal Care/Pharmacies
Boots* (Villaggio Mall) D2 4452 9655
Care n Cure Pharmacy* (Najma) D4 3158 3027
Green Apple Pharmacy* (Doha Festival City) B2 3073 3933
Kulud Pharmacy* (Al Markhiya) C3 4487 7784
Wellcare Pharmacy* (Call Centre) 4462 0999
Pet Shops
Pets & More (City Center Doha) C4 5569 4222
See Pets and Animal Welfare in Qatar in the Living in Qatar section.
Photographic Studios/Photographers
Benny Antoun (piano tuner/technician) 5551 4501
Boom Art Studio (Al Markhiya) C3 4411 1070
Gulf Colours* (Najma) D4 4431 1181
Picture World Studio* (Salwa Rd) D3 4469 4710
Sports Equipment
Decathlon* (Villaggio Mall) D2 4495 9080
Doha Golf Club B3 4496 0750
Foot Locker* (Villaggio Mall) D2 4413 5315
Go Sport* (City Center Doha) C4 4463 1644
Sports Corner* (Call Centre) 4036 2211
Tailoring, Textiles and Haberdashery
Al Misk Tailors (Al Ghanim) D4 4432 1141
Century Textiles & Tailors (Al Khaleej St) D4 4442 1283
Lexus Tailoring & Stores* (Al Sadd) D3 4432 2761
Sara's Secrets (Al Sadd) D3 4432 1030
Singer (Al Nasr St) D3 4443 5731
Toys, Children's Learning and Items
Babyshop* (Gulf Mall) C3 4430 8305
Early Learning Centre* (Hyatt Plaza) D2 4469 7964
Kiddy Zone* (Landmark Mall) C3 4421 7215
Space Toys (City Center Doha) C4
4483 4638
Toys 'R' Us* (Al Sadd) D3 4443 5904
A Resilient Retail Market
By Ola Diab
Retail remains stable in the first quarter of 2026 amid regional pressures.
Qatar's retail real estate market remained broadly stable during the first quarter (Q1) of 2026 despite softer consumer activity towards the end of the period amid regional tensions and seasonal factors, according to ValuStrat, a leading international consulting group, trusted by conglomerates, governments and institutions across the Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region.
According to the Head of Research at ValuStrat, Anum Hassan, Qatar's retail market demonstrated resilience despite external pressures. 'While geopolitical tensions and seasonal factors, including Ramadan and Eid, weighed on activity levels, overall market performance remained steady,' she said.
The report showed that total retail supply in Qatar stood at 5.7 mn sq m of gross leasable area (GLA), with organised retail accounting for 2.5 mn sq m and unorganised retail spaces comprising 3.2 mn sq m.
Organised retail supply remained unchanged quarter-on-quarter, with no major additions recorded. However, approximately 6,250 sq m GLA entered the unorganised retail segment, primarily across Al Aziziyah and Fereej Al Soudan.
A positive start to 2026
According to ValuStrat, retail activity expanded early in the quarter, supported by a series of major events and exhibitions held across the country.
These included the Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF, January), Doha Marathon by Ooredoo 2026 (January), Match for Hope 2026 (January), and Web Summit Qatar 2026 (February), all of which contributed to stronger consumer footfall and retail spending.
Several international and regional retail brands entered the Qatari market during the first half of 2026. London-based Supernova opened at the newly launched Centro Mall, which officially opened in January 2026, while Saudi Arabia's Deraah Perfumes debuted at City Center Doha. Retailers Flying Tiger Copenhagen and Babies & more expanded their presence in Qatar with new outlets at Mall of Qatar, opening in January and June 2026, respectively. French bakery and café brand Maison Kayser launched its first Qatar branch at Doha Oasis in February 2026. In June 2026, sportswear brand HOKA, known for its maximalist cushioned running shoes, also opened its first store in Qatar at Place Vendôme Qatar.
Despite the positive start to 2026, retail activity softened towards the end of Q1 as rising regional tensions and Ramadan-related seasonal factors impacted consumer sentiment and visitor traffic.
Several planned events were postponed amid the regional situation, leading to slower retail footfall and changing shopping behaviour. Consumers increasingly shifted toward indoor shopping malls rather than open-air retail destinations during the period.
Street retail rents
The report highlighted that shopping centre rents remained stable on a quarterly basis, with median monthly rents averaging QAR178.8 per square metre. However, rents reflected a 2% decline compared to the previous quarter.
Street retail rents within Doha fell 4% year-on-year during Q1 2026, while rents outside the capital declined 2% quarter-on-quarter and 5.2% annually.
Across most areas in Doha, street retail rents remained broadly stable on a quarterly basis, although annual declines of up to 5% were recorded in areas including Al Sadd, Al Muntaza, Al Dafna, and West Bay.
Outside Doha, rental performance was mixed; Umm Slal Mohammad recorded a 4.1% quarterly decline in street retail rents, while most other areas remained relatively stable. Overall, rents outside Doha declined by 1.9% compared to the previous quarter.
Industry analysts noted that Qatar's retail market continues to benefit from strong infrastructure, growing tourism activity, and expanding consumer brands, particularly within major shopping malls and mixed-use destinations.
Indoor retail destinations are likely to continue outperforming open-air concepts during periods of seasonal heat and regional uncertainty, while demand for experiential retail, dining, and entertainment offerings remains strong among consumers.
The second half of 2026
More retail brands and shopping centres are expected to open in the country within the year, increasing retail, dining, and entertainment offerings.
Downtown Souq, a new mall in Al Khor, opened in July 2026, becoming one of Al Khor’s newest shopping and lifestyle destinations, bringing together shops, cafés, restaurants, entertainment, and family-friendly spaces all in one location. With more brands set to open, it’s a great shopping and dining destination. Downtown Souq is the second mall to open in Al Khor, following the expansive Al Khor Mall which opened in 2012.
The popular, affordable Irish fast-fashion brand Primark is coming to Qatar for the first-time ever, as part of its partnership with the Alshaya Group and expansion to the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Primark will open its first and largest store in Qatar at Doha Festival City, spanning three levels, firmly positioning it as a key anchor within the mall’s fashion portfolio. It will also open at Villaggio Mall, marking a major milestone in the country’s retail landscape.
Analysts expect retail activity to improve during the second half of 2026 as postponed events resume and consumer confidence strengthens alongside continued tourism and economic growth initiatives.
E-commerce shopping
Consumers in Qatar balance e-commerce convenience with traditional shopping.
Online shopping is reshaping retail in Qatar. With an online sales market reaching QAR4.96 bn and 85% of the population shopping online, e-commerce has grown rapidly. High smartphone penetration and 99% internet access make digital buying easy. Apps for food, groceries, and telecoms are replacing quick daily trips to the store.
However, malls remain essential. Traditional stores are not going away. Instead, retail centres are changing. Malls, such as Doha Festival City, Doha Mall, Mall of Qatar and Place Vendôme Qatar, now focus on experiential retail. They offer dining, cinemas, and entertainment alongside traditional shops.
Consumers use the internet for convenience and enjoy buying electronics and everyday household items online, but visit stores for luxury, fashion, and social and entertainment experiences. For clothing, jewellery, and cosmetics, they prefer to see and try items in person. Data shows that only 1 in 3 shoppers expects to shift fully online.
To keep consumers safe, the Qatari government has enacted consumer protection policies. These rules ensure that digital shops give clear details on prices and returns.
Shopping in Qatar
Shopping is one of the most popular pastimes in Qatar, as is spending leisure time at malls, souqs, and other shopping destinations. Beyond shopping, these places offer dining, entertainment, movies, and other recreational activities. Malls, in particular, have become key entertainment hubs where people go to shop, eat, play, and socialise.
During Qatar's hot summer months, malls and other indoor shopping destinations become especially popular.
Qatar continuously witnesses the opening of new malls with the most recent being Downtown Souq in Al Khor in July 2026 and Centro Mall in Rawdat Al Hamama in January 2026. Other relatively new malls and shopping centres include Rawdat Al Hamam in early 2025, and Doha Mall in Abu Hamour and North Plaza in Umm Al Amad, both opening in 2024 The first shopping and entertainment mall in Qatar was The Mall, which opened in 1997. Prior to The Mall, The Centre served as a shopping destination since the 1970s.
Malls and other shopping centres vary in size and offerings, but all provide an opportunity for shopping, entertainment and dining. See 'Places to Shop' in the following pages for more details.
Qatar's largest malls include City Center Doha, Doha Festival City, and Mall of Qatar. Smaller malls such as The Mall and Al Asmakh Mall, along with neighbourhood malls like Dar Al Salam, Doha Souq, J-Mall, and Palms Mall, cater to different shopping needs. Some malls, like the Ezdan Malls managed by Ezdan Holding Group, have branches in various areas of Qatar. Additionally, the 01, 02, 03, and 04 Malls, managed by Al Mana Capital Real Estate, are spread across the country.
Luxury plays a significant role in all aspects of life in Qatar, especially in shopping, with malls like Place Vendôme Qatar, ALHAZM, The Gate Mall, Lagoona Mall, Katara's 21 High st, and Doha Oasis's Printemps Doha. Malls like Villaggio, Mall of Qatar, and Doha Festival City feature exclusive sections dedicated to luxury brands.
Hypermarkets/Supermarkets
There are many local and international hypermarkets and supermarkets in Qatar with several branches both in and outside malls.
Popular international hypermarkets include Carrefour carrefourqatar.com, Family Food Centre (FFC) and Family Mart familyholding.qa, Lulu Hypermarket and Lulu Express qatar.luluhypermarket.com, Mega Mart, Monoprix Qatar monoprix.qa, and SPAR Qatar spar-international.com
Qatari retailers include Al Meera Consumer Goods Company almeera.com.qa, Ansar Gallery and AH Market ansargallery.com, Rawabi Hypermarket rawabihypermarket.com, Souq Al Baladi and Baladi Express baladiexpress.com, Masskar Hypermarket masskarhypermarket.com, Marza Hypermarket marzahypermarket.com, Safari Hypermarket safarihypermarket.com, and Saudia Hypermarket saudiagroup.com In addition to these established local brands, budget and discount retailers include Baladna baladnashop.com and Food Palace foodpalaceqatar.com Most, if not all, of the retailers offer online shopping with home delivery and are also available on delivery apps such as Talabat, Snoonu, Rafeeq, and Keeta.
Rewards and Schemes
Retailers offer free iOS and Android apps that let shoppers earn points and rewards:
• Ahlan Rawabi is a loyalty programme and rewards club by Rawabi Hypermarket to aid the purchasing habits of the loyal customers. rawabihypermarket.com
• Air Miles is a loyalty programme in the UAE, Qatar and Bahrain, where members are rewarded on their everyday shopping. airmilesme.com
• Aura Rewards is a loyalty programme and mobile app where members can earn and redeem points at brands operated by Alshaya Group. alshaya.com
• Blue is a loyalty programme and mobile app where members can earn and redeem points at Al Futtaim Retail Group brands across the GCC and Egypt. mybluerewards.com
• Family Club is loyalty card and rewards programme operated by FFC. Points can be spent on in-store purchases or converted to Ooredoo's Nojoom points. familyclub.qa
• Festival Rewards is a loyalty mobile app by Doha Festival City with access to exclusive offers, sale events, and discounts. dohafestivalcity.com
• LuLu Happiness is LuLu's loyalty rewards programme available on the Lulu app. happiness.luluhypermarket.com/qa
• M’Loyalty is a MONOPRIX loyalty programme and mobile app. monoprix.qa/m-loyalty
• Meera Rewards is Al Meera's loyalty programme and mobile app. almeera.com.qa
• MyCLUB is an app from Carrefour Qatar, allowing you to earn points, access exclusive discounts, and redeem cashback on selected products. carrefourqatar.com
• Nojoom is Ooredoo's reward programme, which allows you to earn points through everyday purchases and redeem them for digital gift cards, electronics, or groceries. ooredoo.qa
• Privilege Club Link your Visa or Mastercard to your Qatar Airways Privilege Club account to collect or spend Avios when shopping with over 600 partners in Qatar. qatarairways.com
• Shukran is a loyalty programme from Landmark Retail Ltd which includes Centrepoint. shukranrewards.com
Banks have also teamed up with retailers to make similar offers. Doha Bank and LuLu Hypermarket entice customers with the LuLu-Doha Bank shopping credit card providing customers with up to 5% savings on purchases at their stores throughout Qatar. QNB LIFE Rewards loyalty programme offers its debit and credit customers rewards at three levels of membership, dependent upon salary.
There are many other points and rewards schemes whether at banks, malls, shops or even pharmacies. Find out wherever you shop.
Coupon and Discount Websites and Apps
Save on everyday purchases with coupon and discount websites and apps that provide discount and buy-one-get-one free offers across Qatar.
QGrabs qgrabs.com and Urban Point urbanpoint.com are daily and monthly discount websites and apps. The Entertainer theentertainerme.com and My Book Qatar mybookqatar.com are money-saving buy-one-get-one free apps, offering thousands of offers that are frequently renewed.
Shopping Festivals and Sales
Shopping festivals occur at various times of the year in Qatar, offering great discounts, special sales and offers, and prizes.
Hosted annually by Visit Qatar, the marketing and promotional arm of Qatar Tourism (QT), Shop Qatar is Qatar's biggest shopping and entertainment festival. The month-long festival features more than 20 participating malls and shopping destinations,
offering huge discounts, kids and family activations, concerts and live entertainment, and competitions and live draws providing participants with the chance to win incredible prizes such as cash and luxury cars.
The annual Big Sale of Club Apparel, also known as Big Brands Big Deals, offers unbeatable prices on products from more than 30 major retail brands like Steve Madden, Aldo, Adidas, Calvin Klein, Nine West, Charles & Keith, Juicy Couture, Aéropostale, and more.
Shopping sales and offers, such as Black Friday, the Friday after Thanksgiving that marks the start of the holiday shopping season and is accompanied with deals and discounts, and White Friday, the Middle Eastern equivalent of Black Friday, take place in November. There are also seasonal sales for summer and winter, as well as special offers during public holidays like Qatar National Day, Qatar Sports Day, Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha.
Reflect Your Respect
Originally called 'One of Us' when it began in 2012, 'Reflect Your Respect' is a grassroots campaign targeting non-Qatari residents and visitors, both men and women, to preserve and respect Qatar's culture and values by dressing modestly in public spaces, especially malls and other shopping destinations. The campaign promotes modest attire, covering from shoulders to knees.
Entry gate signs indicate allowed and prohibited clothing, such as sleeveless tops, shorts, and revealing attire. Security guards may turn visitors away for inappropriate clothing.
In addition, the campaign complies with laws issued by public authorities, adhering to public order and morality, including restrictions on public displays of affection, and indecent or obscene gestures, acts, and phrases.
Taxes
No VAT or sales tax in Qatar ensures prices remain competitive with other shopping destinations. However, on 1 January 2019, the General Tax Authority (GTA) implemented the Excise Tax Law (No. 25 of 2018) on 'health-damaging' goods, imposing a 100% tax on tobacco and alcohol products, energy drinks, and special purpose goods, and a 50% tax on carbonated drinks. In July 2026, the GTA introduced a new tiered excise tax on sweetened drinks, with tax calculated according to the sugar or added sweetener content of beverages rather than their volume.
MIDDLE EAST’S
GAMING STORE
Places to Shop
For the most reliable information, refer to malls’ social media channels
01 Mall E3 4478 1662 facebook.com
02 Mall A3 4460 7512
03 Mall D4 4029 3974, 7791 4983
21 High st B4 5009 3823 21highst.net
Abu Sidra Mall E2 5511 4425 abusidramall.com
ALHAZM C3 4411 1444, 6664 4558 alhazm.com
Al Khor Mall 4453 3400 alkhormall.com
Al Asmakh Mall (Centrepoint) D3 4428 9141
OPENING HOURS UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE, PARKING IS FREE Malls and other shopping centres close for prayers on Friday
DEPARTMENT STORES & A SELECTION OF SHOPS
9 am – midnight
Al Thumama Mall E4 4041 0000 thumamamall.com Daily 8 am – 11 pm Sat – Thu 7:30 am – midnight Sat – Thu 7:30 am – midnight Sun – Wed 10 am – 10 pm Thu – Sat 10 am – 1 am Daily 8 am – midnight
Al Sulaiman Jewellery & Watches, Startech Middle East, Toys Valley
Al Abed Roastery, Care n Cure Pharmacy, Saloon Sea Palace, Startech Middle East
Al Jamal Optics, UFC Gym, Wellcare Pharmacy
Galeries Lafayette Doha: 100% Capri, Beauty Hive, Cartier, David Morris, Graff, Joseph, Richard Mille, Van Cleef & Arpels
babyshop, Bath & Body Works, City Lifestyle, Home Box, Le Cheval Jewelry, Lulu Department Store, Splash
Al Jazeera Perfumes, Hadarah Perfumes, Il Bernardo, Little Ones, Razza, Scentsation, Sole Avenue, Style de Vie
8 am – midnight Fri closed 11 am – noon Sat – Thu 10 am – 10 pm Fri 1 pm – 11 pm Sat to Thu 8 am – midnight Fri 9 am – midnight
Bath & Body Works, City Lifestyle, Claire's, Daiso, Giordano, Mothercare, Mumuso, Nayomi, Payless, Splash
Centrepoint (babyshop, City Lifestyle, Shoemart, Splash), Emax, Homecentre
Beat Fitness Center, Kidsland Trading, Minoli Trading
Abu Sidra Mall
ENTERTAINMENT
IN BRIEF
A neighbourhood mall in Ain Khaled.
A neighbourhood mall in Al Daayen.
A two-storey mall with skylight roof in New Salata.
A high-end luxury open-air shopping mall in Katara Cultural Village.
A three-level mall in Al Rayyan with over 200 retail and F&B outlets.
Exclusive luxury brands in a fashionable setting.
Over 60 stores open over two levels.
Two levels with underground parking.
Two levels of family entertainment with 300 parking spaces.
ALHAZM Al Khor Mall
&
the
Centro Mall A4 5143 6649 See their social media pages
City Center Doha C4 4493 3355 citycenterdoha.com
Dar Al Salam Mall E3 4016 3573 facebook.com
Doha Festival City B2 4035 4444 dohafestivalcity.com
Doha Mall E3 4000 3100 dohamall.com
Doha Oasis D4 4410 6262 doha.printemps.com
Doha Souq D3 4041 0000 dohasouq.qa
Ezdan Mall C3 4433 4141 gharrafa.ezdanmall.qa
Ezdan Mall, Al Wakra 4433 4545 wakra.ezdanmall.qa
10 am – 10 pm
Sat – Wed 10 am – 10 pm Thu 10 am – midnight Fri 1 pm -- midnight Paid parking
Sat -- Thu 10 am – 10 pm Fri 2 pm -- 11 pm
Sun – Wed 10 am – 10 pm Thu – Sat 10 am – 11 pm Daily 10 am – 10 pm
Sun – Wed 10 am – 10 pm Thu 10 am – midnight Fri 1 pm – midnight Paid parking Daily 24/7 Daily 7:30
Creme London, Flat White, Meat Corner, Pret A Manger, Supernova, The Toastery, UFC Gym Qatar
• There are other malls in Qatar such as North Plaza Mall, Palms Mall, Safari Mall, Velero Mall, and more. Check online for more information.
• Banks in malls open outside normal banking hours. Check or call ahead.
• Most shopping destinations have ample parking and offer valet parking for a varying fee. Car wash services are also available at QAR20+.
• Most shopping destinations have security guards and are equipped with surveillance cameras. Lost and found services are also available.
• In addition to men's and women's bathrooms, there are separate Islamic prayer rooms (musalla) and ablution (wudu) facilities for men and women, often located side by side near the bathroom facilities.
• Changing rooms or facilities are also available either separately or within bathrooms. At malls such as Place Vendôme Qatar and Doha Festival City, a professional accompanying babysitter is available for hire.
Mall facilities and services
IN BRIEF
A 1 mn sq m development of retail, leisure, entertainment and luxury in Lusail City.
Two levels of local shops and restaurants.
Over 100 shops across three levels with high-end outlets.
Features a traditional souq, a trampoline park, and many retail shops and dining outlets.
One level mall with beauty, jewellery and clothing kiosks.
Boutique mall with three floors of high-end outlets and luxury brands.
Two levels with a range of high- and middle-range shops.
Italian-themed mall with luxury brand area Via Domo.
First mall with dedicated opening hours for families only.
A mixed-use development in Al Waab for dining, retail, living, working and leisure.
• Some malls such as Place Vendôme Qatar and Doha Festival City have 'Hamali' service, where you can hire an assistant to carry all of your shopping bags.
• Some malls such as Place Vendôme Qatar, Doha Festival City and Mall of Qatar have in-mall taxis to chauffeur you around.
• Most shopping destinations are inclusive with accessibility facilities and services such as accessible parking; escalators, elevators, and ramps; fully equipped toilets; elevators with braille buttons; and more. Some malls may provide wheelchairs, if needed.
• A 2015 government directive mandates that all shops must close for 90 minutes around noon on Fridays for prayers, typically between 11 am and 1 pm, depending on the call to prayer.
• The law prohibits smoking in malls and all other indoor public places. Hefty fines may be applied.
Shopping
Other Places to Shop
In addition to malls, shoppers have plenty of choices – everything from traditional souqs to lively commercial complexes, wholesale markets and vibrant commercial streets.
Al Furjan and Azzab Markets
Al Furjan, plural of Fereej, meaning neighbourhood, are markets that house provision stores, bakeries, butcheries, pharmacies, ATM kiosks, laundries, barber shops, eateries, and grocery stores and/or supermarkets, among other facilities. Al Furjan and Azzab Markets aim to have shopping complexes in each zone and can be found in areas such as Al Qutaifiya, Rawdat Al Hamama, Rawdat Aqdim, Al Thumama, Al Mearad, Umm Al Seneem, Al Ebb and Jarayan Nujaimah. The aim is to have more than 40 Al Furjan and Azzab Markets in designated areas with more than 600 shops, covering 28 basic commercial shops, meeting the living requirements of inhabitants in the neighbourhood. qdb.qa
Central Markets (Aswaq)
Aswaq for Food Facilities Management, a subsidiary of Hassad Foods, manages and operates Qatar's three central markets in coordination with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The central markets open Thursday to Saturday 7 am – 7 pm, between October and June. 4407 1111, aswaq.com.qa
Previously known as the Wholesale Market in Mesaimeer, Al Sailiya Central Market (Aswaq Sailiya) E1 opened in 2020, covering over 78,000 sq m The central market is the largest in Qatar, and is divided into several connected and air-conditioned sections for fish, poultry, fruits and vegetables, and a slaughterhouse for camels, cows and sheep. The market has nine air-cooled storage areas. It includes a traditional market with 52 shops, in addition to the existing 102 shops in the retail market and the 50 shops in the wholesale market. Moreover, there are imported products at the over 8,000 sq m auction hall. Upon completion of the auction, the products are loaded either out
of the market, or to the wholesale market or aircooled storage.
Previously in Mesaimeer as part of the Wholesale Market, the Omani Souq has relocated to Al Sailiya Central Market. It offers a large variety of goods, including desert truffles, spices, nuts, perfumes, gardenware, plants, and incense burners. aswaq.com.qa/aswaq-sailiya
Al Wakra Central Market (Aswaq Wakra) F5 opened in 2020, covering approximately 230,000 sq m The facility includes a livestock central market with an automated slaughterhouse, cattle barns, shops, hypermarket, traditional and vegetable markets, shops and administrative buildings. The 14,000 sq m automated slaughterhouse has the capacity to handle 9,000 livestock a day. There are more than 600 livestock barns. The public can buy animals from the barns and transfer them to the slaughterhouse.
The retail, wholesale and hypermarket sections are air-conditioned. The market includes 102 shops to support the market’s main activity such as fodder, grain, and veterinary supplies. The market also includes fodder storage space of more than 5,200 sq m. Additionally, the retail section includes 76 shops and a traditional market that sells vegetables and fruits, dried fruit, honey and dates. aswaq.com.qa/aswaq-wakra
Spanning over 70,000 sq m, Umm Salal Central Market (Aswaq Umm Salal) connects directly to the main ports in Al Wakra, Al Ruwais, Al Khor and Doha, supplying nearly 80% of the fish to the market. It includes 62 fish shops, and an auction yard of 2,100 sq m, as well as a fish cleaning section, visitors waiting area, and an ice factory to meet the needs of traders. The market is an integrated marketing platform for all basic commodities, which contributes to achieving food security.
The central market offers all basic commodities such as meat, fish and vegetables to serve the needs of all – traders, producers and consumers. In addition, the market includes a private slaughterhouse with a production capacity of up to 1,000 heads per day (under the management of Widam Food), in addition to livestock barns, vegetables and fruits shops, multi-service shops, cold stores, a supermarket, a mosque, and a number of administrative offices. aswaq.com.qa/aswaq-umm-salal
Al Mazrouah Yard, one of the country's most popular seasonal farmers market, has been relocated in Aswaq Umm Salal since 2021, extending over 1,800 sq m and includes 44 counters dedicated to selling local produce.
Al Sailiya Central Market
There are several seasonal farmers markets, also known as yards, across Qatar, including Al Khor and Al Thakhira, Al Wakra, Al Sheehaniya and Al Shamal, which provide over 140 local farmers with the opportunity to sell produce directly to customers. Fresh fruit, vegetables, herbs and plants can be bought in bulk. Opening hours: Only during the winter season (October – March), Thursday to Saturday 7 am – 3 pm.
Commercial Shopping Streets
In districts around the country, there are several shopping streets catering to every need, with everyday essentials such as pharmacies, supermarkets, clothing stores, laundries, exchange shops, tailors, photography studios, toy stores, and car accessories and repair services. These shopping streets are older and more traditional, similar to souqs, where bargaining and discounted offers can be applied. Most, if not all, were established long before the popular malls of today. The most popular shopping streets include Al Aziziya, Al Mansoura, Al Mirqab Al Jadeed, Al Sadd, Al Shafi, Najma, Salwa Road, Suhaim Bin Hamad and Old Airport.
Their main convenience lies in accessibility – you can often park right in front of your chosen shop and walk straight in. On-street parking is common, but can often be challenging as many of these streets experience heavy congestion. Some streets have undergone refurbishment to improve traffic flow and allow for more parking spaces.
Souqs
In addition to the popular Souq Waqif and Al Wakrah Old Souq (see Souq Waqif and Al Wakrah Old Souq in the Discovering Qatar section), there are various traditional souqs or commercial complexes or local markets (so-called souqs) scattered around town. When people in Qatar talk of the 'souqs', they usually refer to the city’s oldest market area, in the heart of the city near the old Amiri Diwan.
Souqs range from the traditional-style Souq Waqif, which still retains the atmosphere and spirit of the old bazaar, to the more modern air-conditioned, marble-clad complexes. When shopping in the souqs, you have the opportunity to bargain. You have cheaper imports, high-end designer items and just about everything else, including clothing and home accessories to kitchenware, souvenirs and unique gifts. Kitchenware shops stock everything from huge cooking pots to dainty glasses, cutlery and table ornaments. Luggage, tools, general hardware, DIY and gardening equipment are also available. Clothing includes a wide range of inexpensive clothes, casual wear and shoes.
Souq Waqif's gold souq is located on the southern side of Souq Waqif and includes many of the best jewellers who are skilled in making traditional Qatari jewellery with distinctive touches that combine heritage and modernity.
First in the downtown souq area is the busy Souq Faleh D4 shopping centre, which houses several abaya, clothing and body accessories stores.
Adjacent to Souq Faleh is Souq Al Asiery D4, which is known as the 'Escalator Souq' as it was the first one in Doha to have an escalator. It has a massive selection of fabrics available at prices to suit all. Other outlets include clothing, shoes, perfume and accessories.
Connected to Souq Al Asiery is Souq Al Dira D4, your one-stop shop for upmarket textiles. The building has huge arches, lantern-style lights and stained-glass windows and can be found right behind Souq Al Asiery. High-quality beaded fabrics, heavy lace and 'designer' fabrics are all on sale. The souq also has shoes, perfume and accessory stores, and cloakroom facilities. Many Indian and Filipino eateries can be found there.
Right behind Souq Al Asiery and Souq Al Dira is Central Souq (Souq Al Madina) D4, which is a one-stop destination for embroideries, decorating fabric or other materials for dressmaking, as well as custom tailored abayas and jalabiyas.
At the end of Al Ahmed Street is Souq Al Jabor (Al Jabor Center) D4. Stores along the outside as well as inside the block offer a good selection of footwear, clothes and a wide range of other products.
One of the oldest markets in the country, Souq Al Haraj D4 in Al Najma is a local flea market where secondhand furniture is repaired, upcycled, sold and/or traded. It is one of the main shopping destinations for furniture and household appliances, whether old or new.
Next to Barwa Village in Al Wakra is the up-andcoming commercial development and second Souq Al Haraj E4 souqalharaj.qa, supported by Manateq.
Souq Al Asiery
The 84,000 sq m complex consists of 552 units: 22 showrooms; 243 shops; 51 kiosks; 211 residential apartments with one and two bedrooms; and 25 offices. souqalharaj.qa
Souq Al Ali C3 in Al Gharrafa houses textile, tailoring and abaya stores, and a few pet shops. It's also a popular destination for shoe repair and carpentry stores. There's a KFC, Yellow Cab and other eateries in the souq as well.
The old yet urban Thursday and Friday Souq E3 is located on Wholesale Market Street in the Bu Hamour and Mesaimeer districts. The shopping centre is a well-known destination for abayas, jalabiyas, affordable clothes and other garments as well as toys. There are also a few spice, dates and honey shops.
In addition to souqs, there are many low-budget shopping centres in Qatar with branches across
There are several jewellery shops in the gold souq area D4 near Souq Waqif In addition to buying and/or selling gold, most jewellers will repair and replace jewellery, providing a receipt.
Designs Cater for Western and Eastern tastes and are of local and international manufacture.
Traditional bridal jewellery are commonly displayed in shop windows. These massive and elaborate gold sets often include mirtash (chestlength decorated chains), bracelets, gub (small gold caps) and hair ornaments, and solid belts.
Personalised name pendants can be made with your name written in English and/or Arabic, as a keepsake or gift.
Coins, ingots and gems of various weights are available at most jewellers.
High-quality second-hand watches on sale at specialist shops include brands such as Rolex and Cartier.
Buying gold is safe as all gold sold in Qatar is tested and hallmarked in the country, so quality is guaranteed. Most of the gold is 18 and 22
the country where you can buy clothing, home accessories and kitchen appliances at affordable prices such as Al Rawnaq, Ansar Gallery (A&H), Dragon Mart and Ramez See the map of the Souq Area in this section.
Shopping hours at the souqs are usually 10 am –1 pm and 4 pm – 7 pm (Souq Waqif has longer opening hours).
Parking Most souqs have limited paid public parking, so public transport is recommended. The Doha Metro serves Souq Waqif via the Gold Line, just walking distance from the souq area, which includes Souq Waqif, Souq Al Asiery, Souq Al Dira, Souq Al Madina, Souq Al Jabor and the gold souqs.
Payment Most shops accept debit or credit card. However, some shops accept cash only. ATMs are available but it's best to carry cash at all times.
carat. Some modern and traditional jewellery items have artificial stones and this is reflected in the price. You can try anything on. At times, salesmen bring pieces from nearby shops if they don’t have what you are looking for.
Selling gold You will need the purchase receipt when selling your jewellery, and you will only receive the value of the weight of the metal or precious stones excluding the workmanship. The Ministry of Interior (MOI) lists procedures for obtaining the mandatory no-objection certificate (NOC) from the police to sell gold. A fee of QAR10 has to be paid through a debit/ credit card to get the NOC. Other requirements are necessary such as bringing the gold for inspection, producing bills for the gold, and bringing the residence permit (RP) and passport of the owner or seller. The gold should belong to first or second degree relatives. The service is provided by the Gold Sales Office in Souq Waqif and security departments across the country.
Invoice Many jewellery shops issue invoices based on the format prescribed by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI), which was introduced in 2016 to protect consumers' interests, and offers customers a detailed sales invoice. It shows particulars such as unit price without processors, price of workmanship, purity degree, and trademark. Other details include information about the piece of jewellery like the total price, carat, gram, number, description, item code, the shop’s stamp, seller’s name and signature, shop data, invoice number, customer name and customer’s RP/QID number
The Gold Souq
Underground walkway between Msheireb and Souq Waqif
Underground walkway between Mosque Car park and Souq Waqif
Made in Qatar: Homegrown Grocery Brands
By Ola Diab
Supermarket shelves across Qatar have flourished with locally produced goods. Discover the Qatari brands you might already be purchasing.
Shoppers in Qatar can find almost all their daily food needs at supermarkets and hypermarkets across the country, including local retailers such as Al Meera and international chains like Carrefour and Monoprix. While shelves are filled with products from around the world, many items are now proudly produced locally in Qatar.
Before the Qatar blockade in June 2017, the country relied heavily on food imports from neighbouring countries and international markets. Since then, Qatar has seen significant growth in local production, particularly in agriculture and livestock, with selfsufficiency in several categories now exceeding 100%.
Despite its dry subtropical desert climate and limited arable land of around 1%, Qatar has expanded agricultural output through investment, innovation, and technology. The country also has long-standing agricultural roots alongside historic fishing and pearling industries, especially in areas such as Al Rayyan and Al Khor, which remains home to many farms and greenhouses.
Dairy production has grown significantly, helping Qatar achieve self-sufficiency in dairy products. Overall food production has risen sharply, supported by advancements in hydroponics, greenhouse farming, irrigation systems, and other agricultural technologies, strengthening food security and increasing the presence of locally made products in everyday life.
Fresh produce
Agrico Agricultural Development (AGRICO) is a private Qatari company specialising in hydroponic organic farming, with a focus on supporting Qatar’s food security and sustainable agricultural production. Founded on the principle of long-term sustainable farming, AGRICO produces, packages, and supplies a wide range of locally grown products, including vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, aubergines, beans, courgettes, spring onions, and leafy
greens, as well as fruits like melons and strawberries. The company also produces mushrooms, honey, and eggs, and provides greenhouse technology, irrigation systems, and agricultural services.
Starting with a 20,000 sq m greenhouse in Al Khor, AGRICO has expanded into multiple greenhouse facilities and a dedicated mushroom production unit. It operates one of Qatar’s most advanced air-conditioned hydroponic systems, enabling daily harvesting and distribution within 24 hours. AGRICO was also the first local greenhouse operation in Qatar to supply pre-packed organic produce directly from farm to supermarket shelves. agrico.qa
AL BADIA is the first Qatari trademark from Transind Holding, offering a wide range of consumer goods, including rice, tuna, milk powder, evaporated and condensed milk, coconut milk powder, eggs, cooking oil, olive oil, pasta, pineapple slices, mushrooms, sugar, ketchup, tomato paste, spices, pulses, and facial tissues. AL BADIA is also a potato chips manufacturer, producing chips and stackable crisps in a variety of flavours.
In addition to its retail range, the company supplies products to the HORECA sector (hotels, restaurants, and catering), and distributes to hypermarkets and supermarkets in PE-packaged and PET jar formats designed to preserve freshness. albadiaco.com
Dairy, juices and other beverages
Al Maha Dairy and Fruit Juices is a 100% Qatari company that was established in 2015 by Gulf Food Production company. Al Maha Dairy products are manufactured in Qatar to a high quality and are rich in protein, calcium and vitamins, and which contains probiotic yeasts that help digestion. Their dairy products include fresh milk, ayran, laban/ laban probiotic, yogurts (plain and fruit flavoured), Greek yogurt, lassi, cheese, and Arabic ghee. Al Maha fruit juices are made from high-quality ingredients, offering a fresh taste and rich vitamins, produced using advanced technology to international standards. almahadairy.com
Baladna is one of Qatar’s most prominent food and dairy companies, supplying around 95% of the country’s fresh milk demand and operating one of the largest dairy and livestock farms in the region.
Located north of Doha, the company spans more than 40 hectares and houses approximately 20,000 Holstein cows, 10,000 Shami goats, and 1,000 Al Awassi sheep – breeds selected for their high-quality milk and meat production. Following the 2017 blockade, Baladna rapidly expanded its operations to strengthen national food security. Beyond fresh milk, the company produces a wide range of dairy and beverage products including fresh juices, ayran, laban, yogurt, Arabic ghee, and cheese. baladna.com
Dandy Company Limited, originally established as Gulf Danish Dairy & Williams in 1973, is one of the most recognised food and beverage companies in Qatar, with a growing presence across the GCC region.
The company is considered one of Qatar’s leading food brands, producing a wide range of dairy products, beverages, and ice cream while maintaining high manufacturing and quality standards. Dandy offers a broad selection of juices, including 100% apple, guava, mixed fruit, orange, pineapple and orange, red grape, and Tutti Frutti flavours. Its dairy range includes products such as laban, labneh, and yogurt. The company is also well known for its ice cream products, available in various flavours and formats including sticks, cones, cups, and tubs, making it a longstanding household brand in Qatar. dandy.qa
Freshqa is a pioneering Qatari brand established in 2018, specialising in fresh, natural, and nutrient-dense products, including cold-pressed juices, smoothies, and salads. It acts as a healthfocused culinary brand, offering items like premium juices, smoothies, and fresh-cut fruits, with a focus on natural ingredients. To revolutionise healthy eating with high-quality, additive-free, and nutrientrich products, their range includes fresh juices, premium curated juices, detox drinks, milkshakes, cut fruits, salads, appetisers, and premium fruit boxes. freshqa.qa
Arab Qatar Company for Dairy Production, widely known through its brand Ghadeer, was established in 1985 as a joint venture between the Arab Company for Livestock Development, Gulf Investment Corporation, and the State of Qatar.
Launched commercially in 1990, the company was founded with the objective of strengthening food security in dairy production within Qatar. The operation includes around 1,200 cows and approximately 1,200 hectares of agricultural farmland dedicated to dairy and agricultural production. Ghadeer produces a range of locally made dairy products and juices, including milk, yogurt, ghee, cheese and fruit juices, promoting the concept of farm-to-table through 100% Qatariproduced dairy products. aqpoultry.com.qa
Mazzraty is a leading farm-to-table food producer in Qatar, specialising in locally produced poultry, dairy, juices, vegetables, honey, dates, nuts, and other agricultural products. Operating across seven farms, the company integrates poultry farming, dairy production, organic agriculture, feed manufacturing, and food processing to supply high-quality, traceable products to the Qatari market. It is particularly known for its fresh chicken and dairy range, including milk, laban, yogurt, cheese, and juices, supported by advanced facilities that maintain freshness, quality, and food safety standards.
With more than 4,500 Holstein cows and strong animal welfare practices, Mazzraty offers around 50 products focused on sustainability and food security
in Qatar. It was the first farm in the country to implement a full-cycle production system, overseeing everything from feed production to distribution to ensure quality and traceability. The company also produces organic fertilisers, recycling natural waste into eco-friendly compost that supports sustainable farming across its operations. mazzraty.com
Gulf Food Products (GFP) Company, owner of the Raw’a trademark, is a 100% Qatari company established in 2015 specialising in dairy products, juices, cheeses, and sauces. It also produces a wider range of items including beverages, pastries, chocolate, and Italian gelato.
The company operates a production facility with a capacity of up to 20,000 litres per shift (240,000 litres per day). Through its focus on high-quality, locally produced essentials such as milk, dairy products, and fresh juices, GFP supports Qatar’s food security and contributes to the growth of the national food and beverage sector. rawa.qa
Bread and baked goods
Hot Bread Bakery is well-known with branches across the country, and with breads and other baked goods in Qatar's super/hypermarkets. They specialise in Egyptian baked goods as well as other fresh breads, pastries, cakes, and items like fiteer and fatayer. See their social media platforms for more information.
Korean Bakeries is one of the largest automatic industrial bakeries in Qatar, with more than 30 years of experience in the country’s bakery sector. It produces a wide range of products, including multigrain breads, buns, rolls, rusks, cakes, confectionery items, sweets, and traditional Arabic baked goods – all available in retail outlets across Qatar, providing wider access to fresh baked goods. Since opening its 11,500 sq m plant in New Industrial Area in 2012, the company has achieved a production capacity of around 10 metric tonnes of flour products daily, supported by an installed flour processing capacity of 18 metric tonnes per day. koreanbakeriesqatar.com
Mimz Bakery is a Qatari company operating since 2012 and began as a café and bakery located at The Pearl Island, specialising in French pastries and desserts. Mimz evolved into a full-fledged bakery to fulfil the demands of coffee shops and restaurants around the city. It branched out into several divisions including distribution, retail, events and consultancy. Mimz has been a pioneer in launching international trending cakes and desserts, and creates top quality, imaginative and delicious baked treats, including baguettes, Turkish bagels, sour dough, brioche, and more. mimzqatar.com
With the launch of the Qbake brand in 2009, Ummsaid Bakery has grown into one of Qatar’s leading industrial bakeries, serving a diverse range of tastes and nationalities. It provides fresh, affordable daily staples and is a major producer of khubz and Lebanese-style breads, along with sliced bread, buns, rolls, cakes, muffins, and filled pastries. Its product range includes white, milk, brown, mixed grain, butter, fruit, potato, and brioche breads, as well as croissants and puffs. The facility, located on Doha Corniche near the Museum of Islamic Arts, is equipped with machinery sourced from Germany, Italy, the US, Turkey, and Lebanon. qbake.qa
In addition to the bakeries already mentioned, several other Qatari and non-Qatari bakeries operate in the country, including Al Arz Automatic Bakery, Lebanon Modern Bakery, and Wooden Bakery.
Other Qatari brands and products
Al Rayyan Pasta – Elite Food Industry is the first pasta manufacturing company in Qatar, established in 2019. Based in the New Industrial Area, the company operates a 2,700 sq ft production facility dedicated to producing pasta locally using 100% durum wheat semolina. In addition to Al Rayyan Pasta, the company also manufactures and supplies other pasta brands, including Doha Pasta, Samawi, Al Gazel, El Maleka, Bella, Friends, Italian Rosetta, and Blue. Its products are available in a variety of pasta shapes such as penne, elbow macaroni, fusilli, spaghetti, and vermicelli, and are sold in supermarkets across Qatar. elitefoodindustry.com
A fully owned subsidiary of Zad Holding Company, Qatar Foods Industries (QFI) has its own extensive distribution network taking finished goods to every single retail outlet in the country on a daily basis. QFI's production facility is capable of refining and packing various types of edible oils preferred by consumers in Qatar such as sunflower, corn, canola, palm, and frying oils. The facility has a storage tank that can hold up to 9,000 tonnes of oil, and has a purpose-built refinery and packing line spread over 3,000 sq m. Its oil brands include Adeera extra virgin olive oil, cold-pressed from Spanish olives; Oro, a 100% pure sunflower and corn edible oil for everyday cooking; Yara, a light sunflower oil enriched with vitamin D; and Zain, a budget-friendly all-purpose oil ideal for cooking, frying, and baking. qfi.qa
Also a subsidiary of the Zad Holding Company
Qatar Flour Mills (QFM), established in 1969, has a product portfolio featuring a wide basket of flour varieties, an expansive range of wheat based products, and sugar, available in Qatar and in the GCC region. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities ensure that all products adhere to the most exacting international standards for quality and hygiene. Products include premium quality all-purpose flour, wheat flour, wheat derivatives, premium pasta, and white sugar. qfm.qa
Crisps/chips and other snacks
Wholesome Oasis (WO) Food Factory is a 100% Qatari company and the producer of the snack brand Batato’s. The company focuses on producing highquality snacks made with quality ingredients under international health and safety standards. Batato’s chips are available in both large and small bags and come in a variety of flavours, including salt and vinegar, classic salt, smoky BBQ, spicy fil fil, tangy ketchup, and Wisconsin cheddar. The company also produces Batato’s Ridged chips, available in flavours such as lightly salted, British salt and vinegar, and cherry tomato. Other snack ranges include WOWZA, a crunchy and puffy corn snack available in cheese, fire, and tomato flavours, as well as STIX, a stick-shaped chip sold in cylindrical tubes. wholesomeoasis.com
Kitco Arabia is a Qatari snack brand best known for its popular natural potato chips brand, NICE, which comes in flavours such as lightly salted, salt and vinegar, hot and spicy, cheese, French cheese, paprika, red hot chilli, and tomato ketchup. The company also produces other snack ranges
including STIX, Just Kettle Cooked, Mexita, Bliss, Bliss Protein Puffs, and Bites. Established in Qatar in 1962, Kuwait Indo Trading Co, popularly known as Kitco Arabia, is recognised as one of the leading snack food brands in the Middle East. kitcoarabia. com
Qatar Pafki is a popular Qatari chips brand by Qatar Food Factories, Qatar Factories, since 1984. They are known for their crispy corn chips, particularly the cheese flavour. Other flavours include ketchup, cheddar and jalapeño, and more. In addition to their popular corn curls, they have also launched corn balls, tortilla chips, garden chips, cocktail chips and crunchy chips. They have also introduced new products such as popcorn snacks and sunflower seeds. qatarfactories.qa
Q-POP (or Qpop) primarily refers to a popular brand of 100% vegan, Qatari-made healthy rice-based crackers. Baked rather than fried, these snacks feature natural ingredients like zaatar, olive oil, and Himalayan salt, available in flavours such as salt, zaatar, lemon chilli, and cheese. qpopfactory.com
In addition to these potato snack brands, local brands such as Qbake and Wooden Bakery offer a variety of snacks, ranging from croissants to brownies.
These brands and more are available at most supermarkets and through their online shopping platforms, many of which also offer delivery services. You can also order groceries via delivery apps such as Talabat, Snoonu, Rafeeq, or Keeta, some of which operate their own supermarkets.
