Looking for a Doha afternoon tea that is a little more interesting than the regular sandwiches and cake? Qatar Eating’s guide to the city’s best quirky afternoon tea promotions will have you looking for any excuse to meet up with friends.
Expect a few unique and interesting twists to the usual Afternoon Tea offerings, including gigantic bao, matcha beverages and exclusive artisan teas from around the world.
Let’s do Tea – Qatar Eating Guide to Doha’s Quirkiest Afternoon Teas!
Make Mine A T(r)ee!
Shangri-La Hotel’s latest Afternoon Tea is served on a replica of the Bottle Tree. It’s all about mixing up the experience and providing something with visual appeal. The menu features the Shangri-La’s signature savouries and sweets. Interestingly the tea set is accompanied with teas that have been infused with herbs grown in-house.
Available from 3:00pm until 9:00pm. Priced from QAR 188.
For reservations and more information call +974 4429 5295 or email doha.dining@shangri-la.com
How Vegans do TEA!
We just had to add the Shangri-La Hotel’s latest Afternoon Tea concept which they have described as containing ‘natural, gourmet ingredients for a healthy plant-based feast’. Menu items include Priced Tofu Salad, Asparagus baked in Filo Pastry, Orange Caramel Tart, and Berry Cumble.
Available from 3:00pm until 9:00pm. Priced from QAR 98 (2 person minimum).
For reservations and more information call +974 4429 5295 or email doha.dining@shangri-la.com
Sky High Dim Sum Tea
If you want views with your tea then you need to head to Zengo Doha located on the 61st floor of the Kempinski Residences & Suites, the tallest residential building in Doha. The Zengo Afternoon Tea menu features a selection of Asian savoury and sweet items with a Pan-Asian twist, such as the Miso Macarons, and Cookie Scones with Kumquat Jam.
Sandwich flavours are quite unique with the addition of black bread and homemade cured meat. But for us it’s all about the Wild Mushroom Bao – who knew that afternoon tea just needed a bao!
Available from Sunday to Thursday from 3:00pm until 6:00pm. Priced at QAR 150 per person for Ocha set with unlimited tea & tea mocktails; QAR 270 per person including unlimited tea & sparkling beverage.
For bookings and more information call +974 4405 3560.
Qatari Afternoon Tea
If you’ve been looking for a special dining experience then check out the offerings at Al-Majles Diyafa. Located in Medina Centrale this local restaurant features the innovative Fwala concept, serving traditional Qatari flavours in stylish surroundings.
There are two Afternoon Tea Sets: Afternoon Fwala priced at QAR 140 served from 3:00pm; and Night Fwala priced at QAR 190 which is available from 7:00pm.
For reservations and more information call +974 4441 1888.
Matcha Made For You
We have definitely fallen for the Matcha Caneles at Nobu Doha’s Afternoon Tea – but there is more to this delicious tea which features a selection of ‘Umami’ (savory) and ‘Okashi’ (sweet) options. Expect mini versions of Nobu bestsellers such as the Black Cod and Nobu Lobster sliders.
You will also indulge in sweet European treats with a twist of Nobu; highlights include Soy Salt Shortbread Biscuits, and scones accompanied with a tangy strawberry shisho jam and honey tofu creme. Diners can choose between one Ikaati tea, coffee, or a mocktail; each tea set also includes Nobu ‘Matcha’ Tea. Speciality matcha beverages are also available at an extra cost.
Available every Saturday at the White Pearl Lounge at Nobu Doha from 3:30pm until 6:00pm. Priced at QAR 195 for classic set, and QAR 240 for sparkling set.
For more information and reservations call +974 4494 8500.
Gentleman’s Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea is not just for the ladies…Marsa Malaz Kempinski has introduced the first tea in Qatar designed to keep the guys happy. The Gents Oriental Delights at Bohemia is served on a high tea stand with a range of oriental savoury and sweet items, including cheese & zaatar manakish, spinach fatayer, and date baklava.
Available from 2:00pm until 6:00pm. Priced at QAR 185 for 2 persons; includes tea and coffee.
For reservations and more information call +974 4035 5011 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com
Personal Tea Sommelier
It was the mother of the founder of The St. Regis, Caroline Astor, who elevated the 19th century pastime of taking tea into the artistic thing that it is today. Now you can take the celebration of tea to the next level with your own personal tea sommelier at The St. Regis Doha.
The new Enchanting Afternoon Tea has been conceptualised with TWG Tea, the luxury Singaporean tea brand reknowned for its exclusive hand crafted tea blends. You can expect a tea-infused menu featuring Matcha Financiers, Earl Grey Fortune Madeleines, and TWG Tea Macarons.
There are 12 TWG flavours of teas presented including St. Regis Doha’s Summer and Winter Blends; Geisha Blossom Tea; New York Breakfast Tea; French Earl Grey; Jasmine Tea and more. All tea sets come with TWG tea-infused jelly and whipped cream. Enjoy it every Saturday from 2.30pm onwards at the Sarab Lounge. Priced at QAR 149 per person.
For more information and reservations call +974 4446 0000 or email dining.reservations@stregis.com
Fashionistas Do Tea!
Once again Marsa Malaz Kempinski bring a unique take on Afternoon Tea with their Fashionable High Tea at Café Murano. The venue is already known for its Golden Afternoon Tea, and now it brings a fashionable twist inspired by the colours and textures of the world of haute couture.
Available from 2:00pm until 6:00pm. Priced at QAR 240 for 2 persons; includes tea and coffee.
For reservations and more information call +974 4035 5011 or email restaurants.marsamalaz@kempinski.com
Please Note: All details were correct at time of publication; please make sure to double check all information at time of booking.