Core Insights - The MICHELIN Guide has released its 2026 edition for Doha, highlighting the city's evolving culinary scene with 12 new restaurant entries, including 9 in the selected category, 8 earning Bib Gourmand distinctions, and 3 receiving One MICHELIN Star awards [2][3][6]. Restaurant Highlights - Alba, located in Katara Towers at Raffles Doha, has been promoted to One MICHELIN Star, showcasing dishes like Barolo-braised veal cheek and shrimp ragù spaghetti, emphasizing high-quality ingredients [5][6]. - Two restaurants, Jamavar and IDAM by Alain Ducasse, have retained their One MICHELIN Star status, reaffirming their excellence in dining [8]. Bib Gourmand Awards - The 2026 edition introduces 4 new Bib Gourmand distinctions, bringing the total to 8 in Doha. Notable new entries include: - Fenyal, a café offering Middle Eastern flavors at affordable prices - Mila, serving Mediterranean and Levantine sharing plates - Berenjak, featuring Persian cuisine - Baron, a Mediterranean fusion restaurant [9][10]. New Restaurant Entries - A total of 44 restaurants are included in the MICHELIN Guide Doha 2026 selection, with 9 new restaurants added. Highlights include: - Em Sherif, a Lebanese restaurant with stunning city views - Carbone Doha, a lively branch of a New York icon - Koo Madame, offering dim sum and hand-pulled noodles - Shanghai Me Doha, blending Chinese and Japanese flavors [11][12][13]. Special Awards - The MICHELIN Guide has recognized outstanding contributions in the culinary industry through its Special Awards: - Young Chef Award to Alba's Chef Cristhian Serraino for his creative and balanced dishes [14]. - Opening of the Year Award to Koo Madame for its distinctive dining experience [15]. - Service Award to Shanghai Me Doha for exceptional and attentive service [16]. - Exceptional Cocktail/Mocktail Award to yūn for its creative tea-based mocktails [17].