Doha Layover Must-Eat｜Souq Waqif Food Sprint Guide

Ping Pong World Championship spectators + transit special forces, save this "10-minute accessible" local food map! 📍 Golden Route at Souq Waqif Start your feast mode by turning right at the Golden Finger Sculpture entrance. Accepts UnionPay/Apple Pay – super friendly for Chinese tourists! 🍧 Dessert Lover’s Paradise: Al Mandarin Mango Bomb Smoothie 🥭: Must-try! 8 QAR for mango slush + fresh fruit + double ice cream scoops – instant tropical refreshment. 2 QAR Viral Milk Tea 🧋: Default hot, can request iced! Strong tea aroma but sweet – perfect for sugar addicts and photo ops. 🌯 King of Budget Wraps: Ali Al Naama Coffee Curry Beef Wrap 5 QA: Crispy freshly grilled flatbread stuffed with fragrant curry beef + green peas & corn – spice lovers’ dream! Pro tip: Buy plain flatbread (2 QAR each) and wrap it with market-grilled meat for DIY double happiness. ☕ Qatari-Style "Morning Coffee, Evening [A]" Arabic Coffee: Free date pairing to balance bitterness – available everywhere. Fresh Juice Stalls: 5 QAR mixed juices – vitamin C boosters. 🚖 Transport Tips Location: 10-min taxi from downtown / Gold Line metro to Souq Waqif Station. Ping Pong Link: 15-min taxi from venue – arrive 2 hours before matches! 💡 Survival Guide 1️⃣ Avoid weekend 7pm+ crowds – opt for 4-6pm. 2️⃣ Confirm prices – some stalls have vague labeling. 3️⃣ Carry cash backup (though most accept cards). #DohaTransitFoodMission #SouqWaqifCarbAttack #UnionPayFriendly #PingPongEats #QatarBudgetFeast