Updated October 2026.
La Spiga by Paper Moon is an Italian restaurant inside W Doha in West Bay. The menu centres on handmade pasta, pizza and familiar Italian classics. This review covers the original business lunch experience, current opening hours and the practical details to know before booking.
La Spiga by Paper Moon at a Glance
- Location: W Doha Hotel and Residences, West Bay, Doha.
- Telephone: +974 4453 5135.
- Hours: Daily from 12 noon to midnight.
- Limited service: The official website states that only pizza and salads are available from 4pm to 5pm.
- Cuisine: Italian pasta, pizza, risotto, seafood, meat dishes and desserts.
- Reservations: Recommended for lunch offers, weekends and evening dining.
Location and Setting
The restaurant is on the ground floor of W Doha. Its entrance opens from the lobby, making it easy to find for hotel guests and outside diners.
A large pizza oven is one of the first features visible inside. The dining room combines a polished setting with a relaxed Italian restaurant atmosphere.
The Menu
La Spiga serves starters such as burrata and octopus, followed by risotto, handmade pasta, pizza, seafood and meat dishes. Fresh focaccia arrives at the table and offers an early look at the pizza dough style.
Pizza is known for a soft, chewy crust. Tiramisu is one of the restaurant’s signature desserts. Menus can change, so use the official La Spiga page for current information.
The Business Lunch Experience
The original visit used a three course business lunch priced at QAR 108. That 2021 price and its QAR 25 pasta supplement are historical.
The meal included red pepper soup and handmade pappardelle with tomato cream sauce and smoked beef bacon. The pasta offered a more substantial alternative to the standard lunch choices.
A current reservation listing advertises a three course Italian set menu for QAR 98. Prices, days and inclusions can change, so confirm the details when reserving.
Food Highlights
- Focaccia: Freshly baked and served with the table bread selection.
- Red pepper soup: A colourful starter from the original lunch menu.
- Pappardelle: Handmade pasta served with tomato cream sauce and smoked beef bacon during the visit.
- Pizza: A core part of the restaurant’s identity, prepared in the visible oven.
- Tiramisu: A signature dessert worth considering when available.
Service and Things to Know
Service followed the polished style expected inside W Doha. During the visit, flies occasionally entered near the doors. Staff placed lemon scented candles on tables to reduce the nuisance.
The restaurant limits its menu to pizza and salads between 4pm and 5pm. Diners wanting the full menu should plan around that period.
La Spiga Business Lunch Video
Before You Book
- Check the current set menu price and serving times.
- Reserve in advance for popular lunch periods and weekends.
- Tell the restaurant about dietary restrictions before arriving.
- Avoid the limited 4pm to 5pm service window if you want pasta or other main dishes.
- For other Italian food reviews, see LOPO Pizzeria and Antonia Dubai.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is La Spiga by Paper Moon?
It is located on the ground floor of W Doha in West Bay.
What are the opening hours?
The official website lists daily opening from 12 noon to midnight.
Does La Spiga serve a business lunch?
A current booking listing advertises a three course set menu. Confirm the price, days and inclusions when reserving.
What type of food does it serve?
The menu focuses on Italian pasta, pizza, risotto and classic desserts.
The Brief Review Verdict
La Spiga by Paper Moon is a convenient Italian dining option in West Bay. The visible pizza oven, fresh focaccia and handmade pasta give the restaurant a clear identity. The set lunch can offer good value, but current pricing and availability should be confirmed.
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