+974 4458 1139◆info@lari-group.com◆Zone 56, Abu Hamour, Doha, Qatar
Qatar’s Trusted Food Distribution Partner Since 1947
Lari Group is a leading FMCG distributor and wholesale food importer in Qatar, bringing more than 60 international food and confectionery brands to over 5,000 retail points, hotels and restaurants across Qatar — backed by multi-temperature warehousing and our own delivery fleet.
From Souq Waqif to every shelf in Qatar
Lari Group began in 1947 as a modest shop in Doha’s historic Souq Waqif. Nearly eight decades later, Khalil Ali Akbar Lari Group W.L.L. is one of Qatar’s leading FMCG importers and distributors — a family business that has grown with the nation while holding firm to the values it started with: trust, quality and integrity.
Today we bring around 2,500 products from Europe, Asia, the Americas and the Middle East to Qatari homes, each one sourced, stored and delivered to the highest standards.
- 8,000 m² of multi-temperature warehousing
- Own temperature-controlled delivery fleet
- SAP-powered inventory and order management
- Every product registered with Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health
Everything Qatar’s shelves need
From everyday essentials to premium indulgences — twelve core food categories, sourced from the world’s finest producers for retail and food-service.
Wafer & Biscuits
Crisp Italian wafers, Scottish teacakes and Belgian butter biscuits — heritage bakeries for every shelf and every occasion.
Lago, Çizmeci Time, Tunnock’s, Anna Faggio, Florbu, Tago
Chocolates
Pralines, gift assortments and everyday bars from master chocolatiers in Italy, Türkiye and Jordan.
Witor’s, Zaini, Tayas, Jimmy, Doctor Chocolate, L’Amore
Snacks
Chips, pretzels, puffs and high-protein snacks — bold flavours in impulse and family formats.
Prolife, Mr. Krisps, Pretzel Pete, Megachips
Candies & Gummies
Gummies, sour belts, toffees and hard candies loved by children and adults alike.
Taveners, Damla, Walker’s, ZPC, Astra, Hainan
Marshmallow
Soft, fluffy marshmallows in playful shapes and flavours — for snacking, roasting and baking.
Campfire, Marshzone
Spreads
Hazelnut, pistachio and cream spreads for breakfast tables, cafés and patisseries.
Ovvio, Emek
Sauces & Condiments
Aged balsamic from Italy, authentic hot sauces and chef-grade condiments for kitchens and homes.
De Nigris, Amazon
Beverages
Premium Turkish and Ceylon teas, chocolate drinks and bar-quality cocktail mixers.
Çaykur, Sultan, Hintz, Master of Mixes, Finest Call
Pasta
Organic Italian durum-wheat pasta, bronze-cut for an authentic texture and bite.
Pasta Berruto
Edible Oil
Extra-virgin olive oil and cooking oils in retail and catering sizes.
Al Jazira
Nuts & Dry Fruits
Roasted, flavoured and premium nuts and dried fruits for snacking and gifting.
Star Foods, Tabasco®
Bakery Essentials
Baking ingredients and essentials for home bakers, cafés and professional kitchens.
Kent
World-class brands, trusted by Qatar
We partner with heritage manufacturers and fast-growing brands from Italy, the United Kingdom, Spain, Türkiye, Germany, the United States and beyond — and give them the reach they need to win in Qatar.
Distribution that reaches every corner of Qatar
Four integrated channels, one accountable partner — so your products are in the right place, at the right time, in perfect condition.
Supermarkets & Mini Markets
Coverage of all 96 hypermarkets, 350+ A & B class supermarkets and 2,850+ groceries — including Al Meera, Carrefour, Lulu, Monoprix and Safari.
HORECA
Dependable supply of premium ingredients, sauces, oils and confectionery for hotels, restaurants, cafés and caterers.
Warehousing & Logistics
8,000 m² of multi-temperature storage run on FIFO principles, with a temperature-controlled fleet for on-time delivery nationwide.
Direct Retail Distribution
Field sales and merchandising teams that keep products available, visible and well presented at every point of sale.
Trusted by Qatar’s leading retailers
Built on values that never expire
For nearly eight decades, brand owners and retailers have chosen Lari Group for one simple reason: we treat every product as if it carried our own name.
Trust
Long-term relationships with suppliers, retailers and consumers, built across three generations.
Quality
Strict sourcing, storage and handling standards — from the port to the shelf.
Integrity
Transparent dealings and full regulatory compliance in everything we do.
Partnership
We grow brands as if they were our own, with tailored go-to-market plans, trade promotions and in-store visibility.
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact our team — we reply within one business day.
What does Lari Group do?
Lari Group (Khalil Ali Akbar Lari Group W.L.L.) is a Qatar-based importer and distributor of food and confectionery products. We represent more than 60 international brands and supply supermarkets, hypermarkets, groceries, hotels, restaurants and caterers across Qatar.
How long has Lari Group been operating in Qatar?
Our story began in 1947 with a small shop in Doha’s historic Souq Waqif. Today we are one of Qatar’s established FMCG distribution groups, serving more than 5,000 retail points nationwide.
How can an international brand partner with Lari Group?
Email our business development team at info@lari-group.com with your company profile and product range. We will review your portfolio and propose a go-to-market plan covering registration, listing, distribution and in-store promotion in Qatar.
Do you supply hotels, restaurants and caterers?
Yes. Our HORECA division supplies hotels, restaurants, cafés and catering companies with premium ingredients, sauces, oils, beverages and confectionery, with dependable scheduled deliveries.
Which areas of Qatar do you deliver to?
We deliver nationwide from our warehouses in Abu Hamour, Doha, using our own temperature-controlled fleet — covering Doha, Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah, Al Khor, Umm Salal and beyond.
What does FMCG mean?
FMCG stands for fast-moving consumer goods — everyday products such as snacks, confectionery, beverages and pantry staples that sell quickly at relatively low cost. Lari Group is an FMCG distributor in Qatar, supplying these products to supermarkets, groceries and food-service customers nationwide.
What does HORECA mean?
HORECA is short for hotels, restaurants and cafés, including catering. Lari Group’s HORECA division supplies these businesses across Qatar with ingredients, sauces, oils, beverages and confectionery on scheduled deliveries.
Is Lari Group ISO certified?
Yes. Lari Group holds ISO certification, and every product we import is registered with Qatar’s Ministry of Public Health and stored to strict food-safety standards.
Looking for a distribution partner in Qatar?
Let’s put your brand in front of shoppers at more than 5,000 points of sale — with registration, logistics and in-store execution handled by one experienced team.