Whether you're just visiting or you've recently moved to Qatar, trying out the local cuisine is a must. From traditional Qatari dishes to Middle Eastern favorites, Mr. Q is bringing to you ten of the foods you need to try!

Start with Balaleet for breakfast, then try Machboos, Saloona or Thareed for lunch and dinner, and have Luqaimat, Umm Ali or Kunafa for dessert. You can also try Shawarma, Samboosa, or Regag in between meals because why not, right?!

Here are some of the restaurant recommendations:

• Balaleet - Karak Mqanes
• Machboos - Opus, Park Hyatt Doha
• Saloona (Salona) - Saasna Qatari Restaurant
• Thareed - Khaneen Traditional Kitchen
• Luqaimat - Chai Halib
• Umm Ali - Sheraton Grand Doha Resort & Convention Hotel
• Kunafa - Al Aker Sweets
• Shawarma - Jabal Lebnan
• Samboosa - Samoosa Khaima
• Regag - Souq Waqif

There are plenty of foods and beverages you need to try so if you want more, check out these links:

• 16 must-try food when you visit Qatar!
• What Qataris eat
• Restaurants in Doha where you can try Qatari cuisine
• Five popular Qatari dishes
• A Qatari Affair - Local Food & Where It is Found
• Food Finds in Doha Municipality
• Thareed - a vegetarian twist to a traditional Qatari dish
• Must try food in Qatar on a 12 hour layover
• Must try Arabic dishes during Ramadan in Qatar
• Must try food in Qatar on a 24 hour layover

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