Qatar Foodservice Market Size

Qatar Foodservice Market Analysis

The Qatar Foodservice Market size is estimated at 1.84 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 2.89 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 9.41% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

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1.84 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

2.89 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

4.57 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

9.41 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Segment by Foodservice Type

45.71 %

value share, Full Service Restaurants, 2023

The segment is primarily growing due to the high disposable income and rising interest in dining out. Orders placed in Qatari FSRs increased by almost 37% between 2020 and 2022.

Largest Segment by Outlet Type

69.89 %

value share, Independent Outlets, 2023

Quick service restaurants are the largest contributor in this segment. Independent outlet growth is supported by the huge demand for traditional Arabian food dishes.

Fastest-growing segment by Foodservice Type

18.26 %

Projected CAGR, Cloud Kitchen, 2024-2029

As of 2022, about 42% of the overall food orders were placed online in Qatar, which positively impacted the growth of the cloud kitchen segment in Qatar.

Fastest-growing segment by Outlet Type

9.54 %

Projected CAGR, Chained Outlets, 2024-2029

International chains see enormous growth potential due to the country's increasing cultural variety and the increased affinity for and recognition of branded goods.

Leading Market Player

1.50 %

market share, LuLu Group International, 2022

It is a key player in the hospitality and retail sectors in the country through its continued investments to gain a strong presence with multiple hypermarkets and supermarkets.

A growing trend of mid-range restaurants is observed to make eating out more affordable in the country

Qatar Foodservice Industry Segmentation

Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants are covered as segments by Foodservice Type. Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets are covered as segments by Outlet. Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel are covered as segments by Location.

• The full-service restaurants segment of the Qatari foodservice market offers a popular dining option for locals and expatriates. The average cost of a three-course meal for two people at a mid-range restaurant in Doha, Qatar, costs around 55 USD as of 2023. This is considered to be relatively expensive compared to many other countries in the region. However, there has been a growing trend of mid-range full-service restaurants opening up in Qatar in recent years, offering more affordable dining options without compromising on quality. These restaurants generally offer a wide range of cuisines and dining experiences at more affordable prices, thus, catering to a broader range of consumers.
• Qataris are relying on QSR outlets for their daily meals due to the convenience, affordability, and variety they offer. Fast food chains like McDonald's, KFC, and Burger King are quite popular in the country. However, there is also a growing demand for healthier options, and many QSRs are now offering more nutritious menu items. Hence, quick service restaurants in Qatar are anticipated to record a CAGR of 8.12% by value during the forecast period.
• The demand for cloud kitchens in Qatar is expected to continue to grow, driven by the increasing popularity of online food delivery services and the cost-effectiveness of cloud kitchens as a business model. Many cloud kitchens have been set up in Qatar to cater to the increasing demand for online food delivery services. Some popular cloud kitchen operators in Qatar include Deliveroo Editions, which partners with local and international restaurants to offer delivery-only meals, and Caviar, which offers a range of cuisines through its cloud kitchen in Doha. Hence, the cloud kitchens segment is anticipated to register a CAGR of 18.17% by value during the forecast period.