Here are the best / most-used food delivery services in Qatar right now, with a short note on what each is good for and where they stand.
- Talabat — market leader for restaurants, groceries and more
- Why use it: Very wide restaurant/brand selection across Doha and other areas, fast delivery options, in‑app grocery (Talabat mart) and occasional subscription (Talabat Pro) for free delivery on qualifying orders. Strongly established across the GCC. (Talabat.com)
- Snoonu — Qatar’s homegrown super‑app (growing fast)
- Why use it: Local app focused on Qatar with strong coverage, 24/7 availability in many areas, groceries (SnooMart), “send”/point‑to‑point options and features tailored to local needs (drive‑thru, fast local promos). Recently attracted major regional investment/partnership activity, making it a top local alternative to Talabat. (apps.apple.com)
- Rafeeq — local, rising competitor
- Why use it: Smaller/local app that’s been growing in downloads and active users; useful if you want a Qatar‑focused alternative with competitive offers and straightforward tracking. SensorTower / app‑ranking data show Rafeeq among the notable local players. (sensortower.com)
- Carriage (and similar regional apps)
- Why use it: Regional app used in parts of Qatar and the GCC — valued for quick deliveries and a simple UI. Good secondary option where available (coverage varies by neighbourhood). (sufalamtech.com)
- Other / niche apps (Ninja / Keeta / local dark‑kitchen or q‑commerce apps)
- Why use them: Some neighbourhoods and specific restaurant groups use smaller apps (Ninja, Keeta, etc.) or supermarket q‑commerce apps; these can be the fastest option for ultra‑quick grocery or single‑brand deliveries. App‑rank data show several of these rising in popularity. (similarweb.com)
Quick comparison & tips
- Coverage & selection: Talabat and Snoonu have the broadest restaurant networks nationwide. Local apps (Rafeeq, Ninja, Keeta) may have better deals or faster service in specific districts. (Talabat.com)
- Payment options: Most apps accept card payments (Visa/Mastercard), local wallets and cash; Apple/Google Pay support is increasingly common. Check each app’s payment settings. (apps.apple.com)
- Fees & subscriptions: Look for subscription plans (Talabat Pro, Snoonu S‑like programs) if you order often — they can save on delivery fees for qualifying orders. (gulf-times.com)
- Best value: Try new‑user offers, lunchtime promotions and app‑specific discount codes. Also compare estimated delivery times at checkout — the fastest option isn’t always the cheapest.
If you want, I can:
- Check which of these has the best coverage or fastest delivery in a specific Doha neighbourhood (I’d need the neighbourhood name), or
- Show app download links and the steps to set up accounts/payment in one of them.