Plan B Café, Lusail

Overview

Plan B Café is easy to miss because it isn’t at street level. It sits on the 20th floor of Marina Twin Tower A in Lusail’s Marina District, and you have to take a lift through an office and residential tower to find it. The reward is a view that many guests rate as one of the best from any café in the Doha area: across Lusail’s skyline and waterfront, towards the crescent-shaped Katara Towers and the sea.

The café itself is a design-led specialty coffee spot with graphic art on the walls, contemporary wooden furniture and a playful, relaxed feel. ListMag, in its March 2026 guide to Doha’s best coffee shops, notes that Plan B serves home-roasted espresso alongside creative drinks such as brulee lattes and strawberry matcha, with brunch dishes including French toast and za’atar babka. Recent reviews also highlight breakfast, desserts and friendly staff.

Plan B suits couples and friends who want a view with their coffee, photographers, people meeting for brunch, and remote workers; reviewers mention a private study room for quieter work. It’s a good first stop if you’re new to Lusail and want to understand the layout of the city from above before you explore it at ground level.

The story behind the view

Lusail is Qatar’s newest city, a planned development on the coast about 20 kilometres north of central Doha. Construction began in the mid-2000s on largely undeveloped land; today it has marinas, residential islands, a boulevard, shopping districts and Lusail Stadium, which hosted the FIFA World Cup 2022 final. The Marina District, where Plan B is located, is one of the city’s densest clusters of towers, overlooking the water.

From the café’s windows, the most eye-catching landmark is Katara Towers, the pair of curved towers that frame the Lusail seafront. Their shape is inspired by the crossed swords in Qatar’s national emblem, and they house two luxury hotels. Guests often mention the view of this crescent and the sea line as the highlight of their visit, especially at sunset.

Plan B is part of a trend in Lusail and Doha of specialty cafés opening in unusual spaces: hotel lobbies, office towers and upper floors rather than malls and street corners. The name hints at the idea of an alternative, and the café’s location makes it feel like a find even though it is well known among Lusail residents. It holds a Google rating of around 4.4 from several hundred reviews at the time of writing.

What to order

1. Home-roasted espresso drinks

   Plan B roasts its own espresso, so start with a classic: a flat white, cappuccino or iced latte. Reviewers regularly mention the iced latte as a refreshing choice on a warm day.

2. Brulee latte

   For something more playful, the brulee latte is one of the creative drinks mentioned in guides. Expect a sweet, dessert-style coffee, best as an afternoon treat.

3. Strawberry matcha and acai lemonade

   If you don’t drink coffee, Plan B’s colourful non-coffee drinks are popular. The strawberry matcha has been singled out by ListMag, and reviewers praise the acai lemonade as refreshing.

4. Brunch: French toast, za’atar babka and eggs

   For breakfast or brunch, French toast and za’atar babka are the dishes highlighted in guides, while one reviewer called the eggs Benedict among the best in Doha. Some reviewers find the wider food menu fairly standard, so focus on the brunch favourites.

5. Desserts

   The brownie is a frequent order, although some guests find the chocolate sauce very sweet. A coconut cake, described by a reviewer as light and fluffy, is another option if you want something less rich.

How to get there

Plan B Café is on the 20th floor of Marina Twin Tower A in the Marina District of Lusail, north of Doha. Search “Plan B Cafe Lusail” in Google Maps to reach the right tower; the two Marina Twin Towers are next to each other, so check you are entering Tower A.

By car: From central Doha, drive north on the Al Khor Coastal Road or Lusail Expressway. The trip takes about 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic. There is parking around the Marina District towers, but it can be busy at peak times. Allow a few extra minutes to park and find the right lift.

By Metro and tram: The Red Line of the Doha Metro runs to Lusail, and the Lusail Tram connects Metro stations with the city’s districts, including the Marina area. Use the Qatar Rail journey planner to find the stop nearest Marina Twin Towers, then walk.

By taxi: Ride-hailing apps and Karwa taxis are the easiest option. Ask to be dropped at Marina Twin Tower A.

Inside the building: Take the lift to the 20th floor. If you are unsure, ask at the building reception.

Best time to visit

The view is the reason to come, so time your visit for the light. Late afternoon into sunset is the most popular time, when the towers of Lusail glow and the sea turns golden. Evenings are also lovely, with the skyline lit up. For a quieter visit with clear daytime views, go on a weekday morning for breakfast.

Because the café is indoors and high up, it works in any season. In winter, from November to March, the outdoor seating is a bonus. In summer, haze and humidity can soften the view, so clear winter days give the sharpest panoramas. Listed hours at the time of writing are 8am to 11pm early in the week and until midnight towards the weekend.

Tips for your visit

• Ask for a window seat. The view is the highlight, so it is worth waiting a few minutes for a table by the glass.
• Arrive before sunset. Window tables fill up in the late afternoon, especially at weekends.
• Use the study room if you need to work. Reviewers mention a private room for quieter work sessions.
• Pick the brunch favourites. French toast, za’atar babka and eggs Benedict get the best feedback.
• Balance the sweetness. Many drinks and desserts are on the sweet side, so pair a sweet treat with a plain espresso or black coffee.
• Check the right tower. Make sure you are in Marina Twin Tower A, not Tower B.
• Follow @planb.qa. The café’s Instagram is the best place for new menu items and any changes to hours.

Combine it with nearby places

Lusail Marina Promenade. The waterfront walkway below the Marina District towers is a pleasant place to stroll after your coffee, particularly on cool winter evenings.

Katara Towers and the Lusail seafront. The crescent towers you see from the café are close by. Walk along the seafront for a close-up view, or visit one of the hotels’ restaurants and lounges.

Place Vendôme. Lusail’s large shopping mall, known for its outdoor dancing fountain, is a short drive away. It also has a branch of NOMAD Coffee, the Yemeni-coffee specialist from Msheireb.

Lusail Boulevard. The city’s grand central avenue is lined with towers and is the focus of many events and celebrations, particularly on Qatar National Day.

Kava Koffee, Katara. On the way back towards Doha, Katara Cultural Village has this homegrown specialty café with a sea-breeze terrace, a good contrast to Plan B’s high-rise setting.

Frequently asked questions

Last checked October 2026. Hours, fees and access can change, so confirm with the official source before you go.