Arabic Restaurants in Doha: Lebanese and Levantine Dining
Well-known Lebanese and Arabic restaurants in Doha, from Time Out Doha's coverage, including Burj Al Hamam, Babel, and Layali Restaurant.
Arabic and Lebanese dining is a major part of Doha's food scene. This guide draws on Time Out Doha's own coverage, read in September 2026, and is not a ranking.
Well-known Arabic and Lebanese restaurants
| Restaurant | Reported for | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Burj Al Hamam | A Lebanese brand reported to have over 45 years of heritage | The Pearl-Qatar |
| Babel | Casual Lebanese dining with a contemporary style | Doha |
| Ahwet Zaytouna | 1970s-style Lebanese food, mezze, and views over the marina | The Pearl-Qatar |
| Bebabel | A modern take on Lebanese all-day dining | The St. Regis Doha |
| Layali Restaurant | Reported to have won awards for Arabic and Middle Eastern cuisine | Doha |
What to check before you go
- Confirm current hours, since some Lebanese restaurants shift between a daytime cafe menu and a full dinner service.
- Ask about mezze sharing portions if you are dining in a group, since these are usually built for sharing.
- Check whether reservations are needed, particularly at marina or waterfront locations on weekend evenings.
Related reading
See our guide to Katara Cultural Village and other free places to visit in Qatar if you want to combine a meal with sightseeing nearby.
What we could not verify
- Current menus, hours, or prices for any restaurant listed.
- Whether each restaurant is still operating under the same name and location.
Frequently asked questions
What are well-known Lebanese restaurants in Doha?
Time Out Doha's coverage names Burj Al Hamam, Babel, Ahwet Zaytouna, and Bebabel among well-known options.
Has any Arabic restaurant in Doha won awards?
Layali Restaurant is reported to have won awards from Qatar Today and Time Out Doha for Arabic and Middle Eastern cuisine.
Where is Burj Al Hamam?
On The Pearl-Qatar, reported as a Lebanese brand with over 45 years of heritage.
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