Gluten-Free Grocery Prices in Qatar: How Much Are You Really Paying?

How Much Are You Really Paying?

Living gluten-free in Doha, Qatar comes with challenges — and one of the biggest is the price tag. For people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance, gluten-free food isn’t optional. But depending on where you shop, you could be paying nearly double for the same product.

We compared prices of popular gluten-free groceries — including cookies, baking flour, oats, and snacks — across major Qatari retailers. The results were eye-opening.

Same Products, Big Price Gaps

Here are some of the most striking differences we found:

  • Oreo Gluten-Free Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (342g): QR45.25 at Talabat Mart vs. QR79.00 at Monoprix
  • Bob’s Red Mill Quick Cooking GF Rolled Oats (794g): QR46.50 at The Approved Market vs. QR63.50 at The Hub
  • Schar Digestive Chocolate (150g): QR16.50 at Carrefour vs. QR30.00 at The Hub
  • Bob’s Red Mill All-Purpose Baking Flour (624g): QR26.00 at The Approved Market vs. QR35.50 at The Hub
  • Schar Curvies BBQ: QR10.50 at The Approved Market vs. QR21.25 at Carrefour
  • Schar Petit Biscotto Classico (165g): QR13.25 at Talabat Mart vs. QR24.00 at The Approved Market

The same brand, same size, and same packaging — but drastically different prices depending on the store.

Table comparing gluten-free grocery prices in Qatar across stores like Carrefour, Talabat Mart, The Hub, and The Approved Market. Products include Schar snacks, Bob’s Red Mill baking flour and oats, and Oreo Gluten-Free cookies, highlighting significant price differences for celiac-safe foods.

Why This Matters

For people with celiac disease, eating gluten-free is not a lifestyle choice — it’s a strict medical necessity. Every riyal counts, especially when families need to buy multiple specialty products every week. These price discrepancies put an unfair burden on those managing a health condition, making safe eating more expensive than it needs to be.

What You Can Do

If you’re shopping gluten-free in Qatar:

  • Compare prices across stores whenever possible
  • Explore stores or online platforms which often offer lower rates
  • Share your experiences and help raise awareness — this issue affects more people than you think

We hope this comparison helps you shop smarter and sparks a wider conversation about accessibility, fairness, and the real cost of living gluten-free in Qatar.

Let us know your go-to stores for affordable gluten-free groceries, and stay tuned for more guides from across the MENA region.

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