Michelin Guide launches in Doha

Two restaurants score a Michelin star

The inaugural Michelin Guide Doha 2025 was launched at Raffles Doha hotel this week.

The launch represents a milestone for the city, with its sights set on becoming a culinary destination, however, only two of the Qatar capital's restaurants scored a star. IDAM by Alain Ducasse and Jamavar were both awarded one Michelin star.

As the latest destination in the Middle East to partner with the Michelin Guide, Doha is home to several internationally renowned restaurants, offering a range of culinary experiences from international fine dining to laid-back local cuisine.

Argan, Jiwan, Hoppers and Isaan were each awarded a Bib Gourmand. A further 27 restaurants were earmarked for their "good cooking", setting them out as ones to watch.

Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the Michelin Guides, said: "These past few years, our inspectors have been keeping a watchful eye on Doha’s culinary evolution and continue to relish the wonderful diversity that this fast-paced city has to offer.

“From the continually changing skyline of gravity-defying hotels to the rich array of restaurants representing cuisines from all continents, they have comprehensively reviewed the nation’s top eateries.

“Whether enjoying coffee on the Corniche, wandering around The Pearl, having lunch by the waterside in Lusail, or dining after a visit to the Museum of Islamic Art, our inspectors have truly experienced it all."

For more information, visit guide.michelin.com/ae-az/en/selection/qatar/restaurants/1-star-michelin

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