THE RITZ-CARLTON, DOHA EXPERIENCE OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2016
LAGOON – All Day Dining Restaurant
Casual dining in generous surroundings is brightened with natural sunshine and views of the turquoise blue waters of the Gulf. Even more opulent, the extravagant buffet in Doha offers a blend of Continental, Arabic and Far Eastern cuisines while the a la carte menu provides limitless choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A special children’s menu is also available.
Outlet Timings: 6:30 am to 10:30 am, Breakfast
12:00 noon to 3:00 pm, Lunch
6:30 pm to 10:30 pm, Dinner
PICNIC FRIDAYS
Picnic Brunch on Fridays at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha features a sumptuous selection of picnic delights served family-style to your table. Enjoy a selection of appetizers, grilled meats and seafood from the menu with a weekly rotation, as well as refreshing pitchers and mouth-watering desserts. Children will enjoy interactive games and activities at Lagoon Garden.
Lagoon Restaurant and Garden, Fridays, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
QAR 349 per adult with selected house beverages
QAR 249 per adult with soft beverages
QAR 99 per child aged 5-12
SUPERHERO PICNIC on the last Friday of every month [NEW]
A fresh and exciting twist to the regular picnic brunch, starting off with a superhero theme launched in September 30 and takes place every last Friday of the month. The whole family gets to enjoy a fanciful Picnic brunch while seeing live of your favorite characters. With a sprightly atmosphere, you’ll not to miss the live stations, innovative food presentation and most of all, a variety of activities like face painting and a bouncy castle that delight the kids.
Lagoon Restaurant and Garden, every last Friday of the month, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
QAR 349 per adult with selected house beverages
QAR 249 per adult with soft beverages
QAR 99 per child aged 5-12
BAVARIAN PICNIC [NEW]
Celebrate with your family and friends the spirit of merry making the upcoming Oktoberfest celebration. Be drawn into the energetic beats and festive atmosphere while enjoying signature German delicatessen that is included on the special weekend.
Lagoon Restaurant and Garden, October 14 to 15, 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm
QAR 349 per adult with selected house beverages
QAR 249 per adult with soft beverages
QAR 99 per child aged 5-12
FOOD STREET BAZAAR [NEW]
Discover the world’s most exciting delicacies at the Food Street Bazaar. Each dish will bring you to its origin in just a bite and have the taste of the flavorsome food creations from around the world.
Lagoon, Fridays, starting October 14
Happy Hour, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
QAR 195 unlimited food only
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8512 or +974 44848000.
LA DOLCE VITA – Pastry and Bakery Shop
Outlet Timings: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
CULINARY ACADEMY
Embark on an epicurean learning journey at The Ritz-Carlton Culinary Academy with our team of international chefs who will guide you step by step through the art of cooking and baking in a fun, hands on and interactive format at the open kitchen studio. We can also arrange exclusive private classes for kids and adults groups.
La Dolce Vita, Saturdays, 10:00 am to 12:00 noon
1 class at QAR 200 per person
3 classes at QAR 570 per person (to be paid in full upon enrollment) 5 classes at QAR 900 per person (to be paid in full upon enrollment)
OCTOBER [NEW]
October 1, Thai Cuisine
October 8, Spanish Cuisine
October 15, Chocolate Desserts
October 22, Indonesian Cuisine
October 29, Cupcakes, Cookies and Lollipops
NOVEMBER [NEW]
November 5, Italian Cuisine
November 12, Japanese Sushi
November 19, Thanksgiving Specialties
November 26, Pie and Tarts (Fall Season)
DECEMBER [NEW]
December 3, French Pastries
December 10, Turkish Specialties
December 17, Festive Holidays Dinner
GINGERBREAD DECORATING CLASSES [NEW]
Another annual Ritz-Carlton, Doha tradition, join us to make gingerbread houses, the perfect occasion to share with our loved ones during this festive season. Bring your creativity and inspiration to live as we introduce you with the exciting gingerbread house making lessons and kid’s fun activities including a children’s buffet, giveaways and more.
Fateh Al Khair
Friday, December 16, 10:00 am (1st session) and 3:00 pm (2nd session)
Friday, December 23, 10:00 am (1st session) and 3:00 pm (2nd session)
Saturday, December 24, 10:00 am (1st session) and 3:00 pm (2nd session)
QAR 300 per child, includes chef hat, apron, gingerbread house and buffet
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8550 or +974 4484 8000.
LOBBY LOUNGE – Lobby Cafe
Enjoy afternoon tea or your favorite brew at the Lobby Lounge whilst taking in the grandeur of The Ritz-Carlton, Doha. Arabic warmth blended with Ritz-Carlton hospitality creates an ambience of style and comfort for local guests and visitors alike.
Outlet Timing: 7:30 am to 1:00 am
AFTERNOON TEA, Sundays to Wednesdays, 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm
QAR 130 Traditional Ritz-Carlton Afternoon Tea
Selection of pastries, tea sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and jam, with a selection of coffee or tea. Privatize your Afternoon Tea group events at La Mer with uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf from the 23rd floor. Reservation is essential at a minimum of 6 persons.
THE RITZ-CARLTON KIDS AFTERNOON TEA, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm Delight the young Ritz-Carlton guests to the art of Afternoon Tea with a special Disney story telling session and other exciting activities that create a memorable tradition surrounded by their favorite characters making the whole afternoon tea experience complete. Le Ciel in La Mer, QAR 95 per child Advance reservation is required.
NEW COFFEE DIMENSION, Daily, 8:00 am to 11:30 pm
Turn the union of coffee, milk and fresh juices into a work of art with a dash of inspiration, having the right ingredients result in a perfect cup of coffee pleasure for any occasion. Start with a base of a coffee capsule, and you’ll enjoy the endless range of creative possibilities.
ARABIC BREAKFAST, Daily, starting November 1, 7:30 am to 11:30 am
Indulge with our new sumptuous traditional breakfast to bring in the authentic Arabic taste on your plate for you to savor in your daily mornings. QAR 135 to QAR 150 per person – Arabic set
THE WATER BAR, Daily, 10:00 am to 11:00 pm
Explore the taste and origins of a large selection of water from all around the world.
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8505 or +974 6647 8210.
PORCINI – Italian Restaurant
Headed by Chef Moreno Miotto from Veneto, Italy, Porcini takes guests through the valleys of Italy’s finest with classic and imaginative dishes that delight the senses, perfectly paired with a special selection of wines.
Outlet Timings: 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
VENDEMMIA FESTIVAL, October 28, 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm [NEW]
As we celebrate this month end the harvest of grapes, join us for a casual and breezy outdoor dining ambiance at its finest in the Fountain Courtyard. Dinner served in family-style with live cooking stations, bringing you the delectable selection of antipasti, fresh pastas, grilled meats and seafood that would delight your palate in one evening of merry making.
QAR 195 with soft beverages
QAR 295 with house wine
WHITE TRUFFLES AT PORCINI, starting November 5 – November 30, 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm [NEW]
The intricate white veining and marbling throughout the Alba truffle produces an aroma and flavor that is gastronomically unique and wonderfully intoxicating. During the month of November, Chef Moreno Miotto will enliven your senses with a unique dining experience.
QAR 595, five-course white truffle tasting menu
CHEF’S SUMMER SPECIALS, Daily, 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm
Enjoy a little piece of Italy at Porcini, featuring Chef Moreno Miotto’s unique specialty dishes showcased every week.
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8531 or +974 4484 8000.
LA MER – French Mediterranean Cuisine – Temporarily Closed
Refined French cuisine in a classical setting influenced by Mediterranean flavor combinations with an approachable setting emphasizing on seasonality, freshness and modern presentation.
LA MER BISTRO – formerly known as Level 23 – Opens October [NEW]
La Mer Bistro is the quintessence of the traditional French Bistro: A comfortable, dynamic and casual yet elegant social place surrounded by the panoramic view of the Doha Skyline. A perfect venue to gather and dine where everything is set to try a large number of authentic French flavor at an affordable price.
Outlet Timings: 5pm to 12 am, Weekdays 5pm to 1 am, Weekends
Closed on Sundays
DINER ENTRE AMIS at La Mer Bistro [NEW]
Every second Wednesday of the month, enjoy a convivial dinner sharing concept where all the food and beverages are served family style to share. The food theme will change every month and represent a typical Bistro meal like Mussel Night (with Fries), Entrecote Night (with Walnut salad), Cheese Night (all cheese based traditional dishes), Quenelle Night, etc.
– Starting with Mussel Night – Mussels and French Fries on 2 November 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm. Special set menus and selected drinks
APERITIF A LA FRANCAISE at La Mer Bistro [NEW]
Celebrate the weekend in a French Bistro style by indulging into authentic French aperitifs while nibbling sumptuous canapés served passed around.
La Mer Bistro, starting October 13, Thursdays and Fridays, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Unlimited canapés for two hours and special prices on French aperitifs and selected drinks À la carte
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8000.
HABANOS – Cigar Bar and Lounge
Make it a retreat into the sophistication of days gone by, when the simplistic beauty of the perfect Martini and a hand-rolled cigar were the signature of quality at its best. A place that boasts a freestanding humidor stocked with premium cigars and a cellar of fine vintages while enduring a relaxed atmosphere with a live Cuban music.
Outlet Timings: 5:00 pm to 1:00 am
HIERBA BUENA – MOJITO’S FEAST, Daily, starting October 1, 5:00 pm to 1:00 am [NEW]
The signature Mojito, inspired from Cuba, comes into the limelight with a line of reinventing twist of flavors paired with your tangy skewers that can be more than just a relaxing fanfare to start from dusk until dawn. À la carte menu available.
HAPPY HOUR
Daily, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
THIRSTY TAPAS TUESDAYS
Thirsty Tapas Tuesdays take center stage at Habanos with an unlimited flow of selected cocktails and tapas offerings.
Habanos, Tuesdays, 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm
QAR 150 per person
Unlimited selected cocktails and tapas
Thirsty Tapas Tuesdays goes Southeast Asian at Habanos with an unlimited flow of selected cocktails and Asian-inspired tapas offerings starting November 1.
THERAPEUTIC SUNDAYS
Enjoy your Sundays at Habanos where a combination of healthy food and cocktails can turn around your hectic day to a relief, nibbling limitless the sushi and tempuras for two hours while pairing it with selected cocktails.
Habanos, Sundays, 8:30 pm to 10:30 pm
QAR 180 per person
Unlimited selected cocktails, sushi and tempura platter
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8000 or +974 5009 2272.
ADMIRAL’S CLUB – Sport’s Bar and Restaurant
Admiral’s Club offers casually elegant ocean and marina views. Located at The Ritz-Carlton, Doha Marina, this waterfront sporting marina club features exquisitely crafted modern seafood cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. The Club also offers a bar and casual dining area located inside a spacious lounge or an outdoor terrace overlooking the marina.
Outlet Timings: 5:00 pm to 12:00 am, Sundays to Wednesdays
5:00 pm to 1:00 am, Thursdays
12 noon to 1:00 am, Fridays
12 noon to 12:00 am, Saturdays
OKTOBER FEAST AT ADMIRAL’S [NEW]
Prost! Let’s celebrate a month long of festivities at Admiral’s featuring the Spaten Bavarian beer matching it with the lined up variants of Salty Pretzels, Beef Hotdogs, Beer Braised Sauerkraut, Chicken Jager Schnitzel, Bratwurst, Bavarian Apple Torte and more.
Admiral’s Club, October 1 to October 31
5:00 pm to 12:00 am
No entry fee, À la carte
ASIAN FOOD MEDLEY [NEW]
Savor your favorite Asian cuisine with the likes of stir-fired squid, sushi burger, crispy spicy tunamaki roll, cooked to tasty perfection and bursting flavors as it complements the special Asian brews to finish the day.
Admiral’s Club, November 1 to November 31
5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
No entry fee, À la carte
BRING BACK THE FAVOURITES [NEW]
Let’s celebrate the year-end with a bang as we bring back your all-time favourites from this year’s menu as we have selected all the bestsellers lined up to satisfy your cravings.
Admiral’s Club, December 1 to December 31
5:00 pm to 11:00 pm
No entry fee, À la carte
LIVE @ ADMIRAL’S
Featuring special Irish band Coelta, followed by Over Your Head, Bluestone, Sand Tunes, Doha Band, 50 Degree, Dave Duchette, The Duned, Kimun the Randoms and more, only in Admiral’s.
Admiral’s Club, Thursdays and Fridays, 7:30 pm to 11:30 pm
No entry fee, above 21 years
HAPPY HOUR
Daily, 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
HAPPY LADIES ALL NIGHT
Admiral’s Club, Sundays to Wednesdays, 5:00 pm to 12:00 am
Ladies cocktails for only QAR 30 throughout the night with 10 different cocktails to choose from the menu.
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8663 or +974 4484 8000.
FLAMINGOS – Poolside Restaurant
The poolside location of Flamingos with its panoramic sea views is the perfect backdrop for casual dining. An eclectic menu of light snacks, grills, salads and sandwiches to enjoy after a workout, or whilst relaxing at the pool.
Outlet Timings: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
In-room dining menu options available from 9:00 am to 12 noon
À LA CARTE LUNCH
12 noon to 5:30 pm
ARABIC LOUNGE – Shisha Lounge and Restaurant
Unwind under the stars at the alfresco Arabic Lounge, tucked by the poolside enclave surrounded with lush greenery where you can sample an array of Middle Eastern and Turkish food specialties matched with signature drinks and Shisha in a variety of flavors.
Outlet Timings: TBC
For reservations and inquiries, please contact +974 4484 8525 or +974 4484 8000.