Zaitoon Restaurant

During our visit to Doha, we decided to try out this restaurant based on our cab driver's recommendation. However, our experience started with a notable wait time, nearly an hour during lunch, just to secure a table. Surprisingly, the food also took quite a while to arrive. The South Indian thali, which one would expect to be readily available, took as long as the Chinese Chopsuey we ordered. It seemed like they waited to serve both dishes together.

Now, onto the culinary experience—the Chinese Chopsuey was passable, but the thali stood out. Offering a variety of delectable options, including two fish curries, along with flavorful rasam and curries, the thali was a satisfying choice. If you visit, I'd recommend opting for any of their thalis.

In the evening, enticed by the temptation of pani puri, decided to give it a try. However, our excitement turned into regret when we realized that the pani puri water was ice-cold. Making pani puri with freezing water seemed like an odd choice. It left us wondering why fresh pani puri water can’t be made daily. If you're not a fan of freezing water in your pani puri, it's best to give it a pass.