Where to Watch NBA, F1, and Other Sports in Doha

Finding a place to watch sports in Qatar can feel like a sport of its own. The main challenge is not the lack of options, as the country is passionate about games and hosts football cups and Formula 1 Grand Prix each year. But most places don’t advertise themselves as sports bars, meaning it can be difficult to find them if you don’t know where to look, especially if you’re watching something that’s not as mainstream.

Located in the Radisson Blu Hotel on the Salwa Road, the Shehrazad Lounge follows all popular football cups. You’ll be able to watch live UEFA Champions League, English Premier League, La Liga, local football games, and major international football matches in spacious indoor and terrace seating zones.

The Shehrazad menu is tailored to sports viewers, so you can find a variety of chicken wings, burgers, and pizza. But there are also other options such as steak, seafood, and specialty salads.

Pricing: QAR 40–180

The Irish Harp is a favorite spot for rugby fans in Doha. The lounge, within the Sheraton Hotel, brings fans closer to the action on the rugby pitch. You can follow the best teams compete in the Six Nations, Rugby World Cup, Premiership titles, or Super Rugby tournaments. Irish Harp has twelve HD screens, a high-quality sound system, and an ambient seating area, promising a perfect game night.​

Fans heading for a game enjoy an authentic Irish experience, reflected in the pub design and food served. The lounge features wooden interiors with vintage Irish-style decor. Furthermore, the establishment has live bands to entertain customers after the games.​

Gems from the menu include battered fish and chips, Dubliner’s burger, beef rib, and seafood. 

Pricing: QAR 20–200

Champions Sports Bar is located in the Marriott Marquis and is attracting football, motorsports, cricket, boxing, basketball, tennis, and athletics fans. With over forty high-definition television screens and projectors, you can follow your favorite game uninterrupted.

The sports bar features a blend of bar-style stools for individuals and booth and table seats for small groups. You can enjoy a meal from global cuisines — from classic nachos to grilled chicken, beef, or shrimp.

Pricing: QAR 40–200

The Den is the undisputed place for live-action American sports. It screens live American football (NFL), basketball (NBA), hockey (NHL), and baseball (MLB) games. It’s located inside JW Marriott Marquis City Center and has a luxurious, modern design.

If you’re not a fan of dark dive bars, the Den is perfect for you as it offers a classier way to follow the Super Bowl, the NBA playoffs, or a championship hockey match, and then enjoy a live piano session before and after your favorite games.

The Den serves a variety of meals, including beef skewers, flame-grilled octopus, fish and chips, fruit platters, and desserts. 

Pricing: QAR 40–190

B-Lounge Doha screens live action from racing tracks around the world. It’s a stylish lounge in the Ritz-Carlton at The Pearl with large HD screens showing live Formula 1, MotoGP, and other popular motorsport events. ​​

B-Lounge has a waterfront terrace and a luxurious indoor seating space. Before and after events, patrons can enjoy live DJ performances. You'll enjoy a gourmet menu, and lobster dumplings, Aburi Sushi platter, and pan-seared salmon are a must-try.

Pricing: QAR 40–200

Misturado Lounge is a haven for cricket fans, with IPL, ICC World Cup, and T20 competitions running live. It’s located in the Crowne Plaza Doha, near the Old Airport.

Misturado Lounge has a modern bar-style environment, with an outdoor seating area overlooking the busy streets. You can choose between bar stools and group-styled seating tables. The food ranges from grilled prawns, classic nachos, sweet potato fries, to chicken wings.

Pricing: QAR 40–100

Hudson Tavern is located in the Mondrian in the West Bay Lagoon. Basketball enthusiasts gather here to cheer as their teams battle it out in famous leagues like the NBA, FIBA World Cup, European, and Asian games.

Hudson Tavern stands out as a viewing venue, blending traditional interiors and vintage lighting with a selection of high-definition display screens and sound. The lively environment creates a perfect setting for fans to witness each slam dunk, steal, and score.

This venue's recommended orders include a craft burger, BBQ smoked brisket, and Mexican salad, and you can enjoy live band sessions after games. 

Pricing: QAR 50–200

The Aspire Fan Zone on Al Waab Street is part of the Aspire Sports Complex. This venue was part of the 2022 World Cup fan zones and delivers a standout viewing experience, and it’s a top pick for families to gather and watch their favorite sporting events.

The open seating areas and large screens create a festival-like environment. Access to the fan zone is free, making it a pretty affordable option as you’ll have full control of the spending. Aspire Fan Zone also features dedicated children's playing areas, so your kids won’t be bored while you’re following the game.

​You can grab a quick bite or a drink from the food stalls all around the area. Some of the best picks include street-style shawarma, burgers, and kebabs alongside soda, tea, and coffee.

Pricing: QAR 20–100

Located in the Hilton Hotel, SHOTS is a bar tailored to sports fans. The venue shows games almost every night — you can find the list of all of the matches for that month on their Instagram page, so you can plan your visit. 

SHOTS has multiple seating options: you’ll be able to choose from wooden tables and sofas with comfy cushions and direct access to big screens, and bar seating, which is a great option for those coming alone. And, once the game is over, you can test your abilities in a game of darts or reserve a pool table. According to visitors, the tastiest meals are crispy calamari rings, chicken wings, nachos, and burgers. 

Pricing: QAR 40–100

Restaurants and cafes around Souq Waqif, Msheireb, and Lusail Boulevard, along with parks and beaches, frequently organize viewing sessions during big games. Therefore, when you’re out in the city, ask the waiters/ushers if the place you want to sit at is showing any live games.

If you want to watch a match out in the open, you’ll be happy to learn that Oxygen Park is popular among football and cricket fans. On the other hand, racing lovers pick Lusail Boulevard. 

In addition, visitors of Katara Cultural Village can often enjoy live screenings of boat tournaments.