Idam By Alain Doha

Idam By Alain is on the fifth floor of the Museum of Islamic Art, steps away from the Doha Corniche. The dining room holds a spot on the 2024 La Liste, ranked at no. 49.

The kitchen serves contemporary French seafood, but the room is the true draw. While the style runs smart and elegant, it lacks the frantic noise that defines dining halls closer to the city centre. A twenty-five-minute walk from the bustle of Souq Waqif, the restaurant is a deliberate retreat from the crowds. Choosing this venue means prioritizing the quiet architecture of the museum over the frantic pace of the nearby markets.