Grocery shopping might sound fun to some people while tedious for others. There are plenty of supermarkets and hypermarkets in Qatar to choose from, when it comes to shopping for groceries. But it might become boring and tiresome, if you arrive at a supermarket crowded with customers or could not get what you are looking for.
In this article, we have compiled a list of best supermarkets and hypermarkets in Qatar to make you familiar with them and finding out the one in your neighborhood. We will also mention those supermarkets and hypermarkets which are open 24 hours. For your convenience, we are adding map location of the main branches, but you can always use Google maps for other branches.
Al Meera Supermarket
One of the leading retailers in Qatar, this local giant aims to fulfil consumers’ daily needs with its slogan of ‘Your Favorite Neighborhood Retailer’. They currently have 55 stores serving across the nation of Qatar to fulfil consumers’ needs in different localities.
While the rates are not the best as compared to other supermarkets, but more often you will find best prices on frozen food specially for the “Sadia” brand.
You can also shop online and they offer great discounts online through promo codes. The website address is https://almeera.online/
Al Meera Mansoura branch is open 24 hours.
Lulu Hypermarket
Lulu Hypermarket is extremely famous in the Middle East for its variety of essential commodities under one single roof.
Besides Lulu Hypermarket, the company also have stores with the name of LuLu Centre and LuLu Express.
The departmental section is located on a different floor than the grocery section. The grocery section has aisles of cooking essentials, fruits, vegetables and baked products. They also have their house brands for frozen, and health and beauty products. The department store is filled with clothing items, footwear, toys for kids, and other items that are affordable and won’t poke a hole in your pocket.
Lulu Hypermarket in collaboration with Doha Bank offers a Credit Card where you can get upto 5% Cashback in the form of Lulu points. This cashback is applicable for purchase of any product without minimum spend condition.
You can also shop online where they often have online exclusive deals. The website address is
https://www.luluhypermarket.com/en-qa
Carrefour
Carrefour is a French hypermarket and offers everything from food products, clothing items, electronics, cleaning items, toiletries, etc.
They regularly offer discounts and other promos so before planning a trip, you can look up their leaflet online to check what they have on sale.
Carrefour home delivery facility is extremely popular and they offers 60 minutes grocery delivery which is awesome. Carrefour also offers loyalty rewards points. Shoppers can sign up for a My Club card for this purpose.
You can also shop online or download their App and place order there. The website address is
https://www.carrefourqatar.com/c/deals
Safari Hypermarket
Safari Hypermarket is known for the best rates in town. However, due to same reason, its always over crowded. Safari caters to the wholesome needs of the community and take precision and pride in delivering an array of goods and services to all sectors.
Furnished with an entire array of staples, home and personal need supplies, and sundry items from matchless brands, it delivers a comprehensive shopping affair, making Safari a one-stop destination for all needs.
You can also shop online where they often have online exclusive deals. The website address is
https://www.safarihypermarket.com/
Safari Hypermarket branches:
Abu Hamour
Salwa Road
Souq Al Baladi
Souq Al Baladi is popular for its range of products. There is a plethora of things you can get here, ranging from fresh food items, grocery products, beverages, to cleaning and personal care products.
Souq Al Baladi is one of the few hypermarkets which are open 24 hours, so there is no time constraint for your shopping mood. You may visit them even at 2:00 a.m.
Monoprix
Monoprix is also a French retail chain, and Monop’ is it’s mini version. The first store in Doha was introduced in 2013 by the Ali Bin Ali Group. The store has everything a customer needs, such as fresh food items and other groceries. The stores also feature a cafè corner, wherein customers can get a variety of cakes, desserts, and other bakery options.
Saudia Hypermarket
Saudia Hypermarket provides a broad range of products such as frozen food items, fresh food items, bakery and confectionery products, and personal care products. You can look up its official website for discounts and offers.
Saudia hypermarket website for ordering online : https://saudiagroup.com/
Ansar Gallery
Another hypermarket offering best range of products with economical prices is known as Ansar Gallery. You can shop here electronics, home appliances, mobile phones, laptops, camera, cookware, home appliances, gaming consoles, fashion products etc. Some of their branches have groceries section too.
Ansar have 10 branches under the names of Ansar Gallery, New World, Doha City, Ansar City, and A & H.
Recently they launched online shopping platform also. Website address is : https://ahmarket.com/
Ansar Gallery main branch:
Spar Qatar
Spar Qatar established in 2017, also offers a wide range of products to shop. Its a good place to shop for home needs, camping equipment, and fresh goods. They currently have 3 stores in Qatar.
In 2020, they also launched online shopping facility. Website address: https://sparqatar.shop/
Spar Qatar branches:
Spar in Tawar Mall
Spar in Pearl
Spar – New Salata
Aswaq Ramez
Aswaq Ramez has a good collection of cleaning materials at a low cost suitable for families or small businesses as they supply in jumbo sizes too. They also have good variety of kitchen items and also have separate section for Carpets.
Grand Hypermarket
Good local supermarket type store. Not really big but can buy all kind of groceries. Pakistani Indian, Arabic and also Turkish items available. Vegetables are fresh and at good price.
Website for online shopping: https://online.grandhyper.com/
Al Safeer Centre
Safeer Hypermarket is the place to go if you are looking for Pakistani products. Its located on D Ring Road and have no other branch in Qatar.
Family Food Center
One of the oldest supermarket chain in Qatar. Started in 1978, currently they are operating 5 stores across the state of Qatar.
List of FFC branches:
- Family Food Center Airport
- Family Food Center Al Nasr
- Family Food Center Al Kheesa
- Family Food Center Al Rayyan
- Family Mart in Doha Sooq
Marza Hypermarket
Last but not the least. This hypermarket is best known for its great interior design and friendly staff. Like other hypermarkets, almost all the grocery and household items are available. We strongly recommend you to give them a try.
Also it is worth mentioning that the hypermarket is open 24 hours to serve you.
Marza Hypermarket has following branches:
In Al Markhiya
In Abu Hamour
Hope you enjoyed our article on Supermarkets and Hypermarkets in Qatar. What are your thoughts on this? Let us know in the comments.
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