Neighbourhood guide
Al Barsha South, Dubai
Food, coffee, grooming and pharmacy places stand out, alongside practical everyday shops. Reviewers value fresh products, careful service, useful selection and convenient delivery.
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Best of Al Barsha South
The highest-rated, most-reviewed places across every category.
#1Burns Road Dubai - Pakistani Street FoodBurns Road Dubai in Al Barsha South serves Pakistani street food and traditional comfort dishes, with Karachi-style bun kababs and karahi among the most consistently mentioned choices. It also draws families for breakfast, rolls, barbecue and desserts in a casual dine-in setting.
#2Holiday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park by IHGHoliday Inn & Suites Dubai Science Park by IHG is an upscale hotel in Al Barsha South with airy rooms, two restaurants and a lively pub. Reviews point to spotless daily housekeeping, a quiet pool and a well-equipped gym.
#3Chikex - Arjan BranchChikex is a fast food restaurant in Al Barsha South known in reviews for freshly cooked fried chicken, crisp lighter breading and juicy meat. You can also order burgers such as the Krispy X Spicy Burger, with customers highlighting friendly service and affordable portions.
Best Restaurants in Al Barsha South · 126
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop restaurants combine Pakistani and Arabic comfort food with pizza, family meals and relaxed settings.
#1Pitfire PizzaPitfire Pizza is a lively neighbourhood pizza joint in Al Barsha South, serving Italian-style pizzas alongside pasta and sides. Reviews make it especially appealing for truffle pizza, garlic knots and relaxed family meals, with board games and a cosy indoor-outdoor setting adding to the experience.
#2Maisan15 CafeMaisan15 Cafe is a tucked-away restaurant in Al Barsha South with a calm, garden-like setting and modern takes on Middle Eastern flavours. Breakfast favourites include Yemeni shakshouka, while the Wagyu Melt and crisp churros give the menu broader appeal.
#3Tabeekh And BBQ Arjan طبيخ و مشاويTabeekh And BBQ Arjan is a Jordanian, Palestinian and Arabic restaurant in Al Barsha South, centred on homestyle dishes and outdoor dining. Reviews particularly point to the Mansaf and Musakhan, along with a calm courtyard atmosphere and attentive service.
#4food net Restaurant ( Previously Goodies )food net Restaurant, previously Goodies, is a casual restaurant in Al Barsha South with a notably broad menu. Reviewers especially come for Durban-style lamb bunny chow, while others seek out Italian dishes such as lasagna and the relaxed, family-friendly setting.
Best Supermarkets in Al Barsha South · 30
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop supermarkets focus on everyday essentials, fresh food, bakeries and imported products for quick grocery runs.
#1Carrefour MarketCarrefour Market in Al Barsha South is a convenient neighbourhood supermarket for quick grocery runs, with essentials ranging from fresh produce and bakery items to pantry supplies. It is smaller than a hypermarket, but shoppers value the easy access, parking and useful everyday selection.
#2Grandiose- Al Sayyah Residence A, Arjan (Al Barsha South Third), DubaiGrandiose is a spacious supermarket in Al Barsha South, with groceries, fresh food and a bakery alongside a takeaway kitchen and seating. Reviews make the bakery, pizza and imported European and American products especially worth a look.
#3LuLu Express Fresh Market - Al Barsha SouthLuLu Express Fresh Market is a compact supermarket in Al Barsha South for quick grocery runs, with daily essentials, fresh produce and household basics. Reviews also point to a useful butchery section, including mutton, plus free parking and generally quieter visits than a large hypermarket.
#4VIVA Supermarket - Arjan, DubaiVIVA Supermarket in Al Barsha South is a discount-style neighbourhood grocery store for everyday food, household supplies and selected non-food items. Reviews point to useful finds such as internationally sourced snacks, European brands and fresh-squeezed juice at budget-oriented prices.
Best Hotels in Al Barsha South · 26
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe leading hotels pair clean, spacious rooms with practical facilities and attentive housekeeping.
#1Millennium Executive Apartments Mont RoseMillennium Executive Apartments Mont Rose is an apartment hotel in Al Barsha South, with studio and one-bedroom units suited to short or extended stays. Reviews highlight spacious, comfortable apartments, fully equipped kitchens, family-friendly layouts and a pool, while breakfast is a useful on-site option.
#2The S Hotel Al Barsha DubaiThe S Hotel Al Barsha Dubai is a hotel in Al Barsha South with spacious, generally clean rooms and a rooftop pool. Guests also use its room service and on-site dining, with several reviews highlighting good-value meals and quick delivery to rooms.- #3S3
- #4OYO 832 Home Mont rose
Best Coffee shops in Al Barsha South · 25
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop coffee shops suit quiet work or breakfast, with speciality coffee, comfortable seating and light food.
#1ROAST Speciality Coffee, Dubai Science ParkROAST Speciality Coffee is a calm coffee shop in Al Barsha South, serving specialty coffee alongside items such as croissants and healthy food. Reviews make it appealing for a quiet work session, a quick breakfast, or an unhurried coffee in comfortable surroundings.
#2Tim HortonsTim Hortons is a coffee shop in Al Barsha South where you can settle in with a French Vanilla latte or cappuccino, grab a sandwich, or work over coffee. Reviews also mention indoor and outdoor seating, ample parking, and a generally welcoming dine-in atmosphere.
#3Starbucks
#4Dunkin'
Best Grocery stores in Al Barsha South · 25
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeThe category stands out for imported Pakistani staples, specialist butchery and hard-to-find products.
#1The Empress MarketThe Empress Market is a Pakistani grocery store known for hard-to-find imported staples and nostalgic favourites. Shoppers come for products such as traditional spice packets, seasonal mangoes and Pakistani mutton, with a butchery section and website delivery also available.
#2Arjan
#3Tashkent Market - Arjan
#4Rightbuy supermarket
Best Fast food restaurants in Al Barsha South · 24
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop fast-food spots are valued for freshly cooked chicken, loaded fries, burgers and quick, friendly service.
#1Friso فرايزوFriso is a fast-food food truck and drive-through in Al Barsha South, with the option to eat in your car. Reviews point to loaded fries with chicken and signature sauce, plus well-liked beef burgers, backed by quick service and a notably welcoming team.
#2Wendy's - Al BarshaWendy’s is a fast-food restaurant in Al Barsha South serving burgers, chicken meals, fries and breakfast. Reviews make it worth considering for hot, fresh orders, a quick drive-through when service is running smoothly, and items such as the Beefanator burger or chicken rice meal.
#3KFCKFC is a fast-food restaurant in Al Barsha South, located inside a petrol station, serving fried-chicken buckets, combo meals and sides. Reviews highlight hot chicken and quick counter service, with the Captain Nacho Twister and Korean Loaded Twister getting specific mentions.
#4McDonald'sMcDonald's in Al Barsha South is a familiar fast-food stop at an ENOC petrol station, with drive-thru, takeaway and dine-in options. Reviews mention burgers, fries, breakfast and app-based deals, making it handy for a quick meal when you are passing through.
Best Pharmacies in Al Barsha South · 23
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop pharmacies stand out for practical advice, insurance help and delivery options.
#1Life Pharmacy LLC - Life Pharmacy 85In Al Barsha South, Life Pharmacy 85 is a retail pharmacy for medicines and everyday health products. Reviews particularly point to help with cough remedies, multivitamins and supplements, with delivery and WhatsApp ordering also mentioned as useful options.
#2Aster Pharmacy - Arjan Dubailand, Al Barsha South 2 (172)Aster Pharmacy in Al Barsha South is a neighbourhood pharmacy where customers come for prescription medicines, insurance-approval help and practical health advice. Reviews also mention a vitamin test and assistance choosing workout products, with many visitors valuing the patient explanations from the pharmacy team.
#3Aster Pharmacy - ENOC Barsha (128)Aster Pharmacy - ENOC Barsha (128) is a pharmacy in Al Barsha South for prescription medicines, advice on medicine use and everyday healthcare purchases. Reviews point to a clean, organised shop and prescription delivery within 60 minutes, although delivery reliability appears less consistent when orders run late.
#4MEDON PHARMACY - Zahrat Al Oud, Arjan, DubaiMEDON PHARMACY in Al Barsha South stocks everyday healthcare essentials, vitamins, skin care and supplements. Customers especially use it for late-night delivery and for arranging medicines that are difficult to find elsewhere.
Best Barber shops in Al Barsha South · 21
Top 4 by rating and reviews.
Local takeTop barbers are known for precise fades and beard work, with clean settings and broader grooming packages.
#1Creators Barbers | Barber Shop | Gents SalonCreators Barbers is a men’s grooming shop in Al Barsha South, offering haircuts, beard work and add-ons such as manicures. Reviews highlight careful consultations, clean workstations and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere, with a package combining hair and beard services also mentioned.
#2Hairtrend Gents Salon - ArjanHairtrend Gents Salon is a barber shop in Al Barsha South for haircuts, beard trims and broader grooming. Reviews particularly point to precise fades, relaxing pedicures and a welcoming, clean setting, with options such as facials, massages and Moroccan baths when you want more than a quick cut.
#3Fratello Gents SalonFratello Gents Salon is a barber shop in Al Barsha South for men’s grooming, with reviews highlighting precise haircuts and beard work. Customers also mention manicure and pedicure services, alongside a clean, relaxed setting and a team that listens closely to the requested style.
#4BILLY CUTS BARBERSHOP LLC | Gents Salon- ArjanBilly Cuts Barbershop is a gents salon in Al Barsha South for haircuts, beard grooming and add-on treatments. Reviews point to careful fades and beard work, plus a clean, welcoming setting. The Royal Package is a more involved option, combining haircut and grooming treatments in one visit.
Hidden gems in Al Barsha South
Excellent ratings from a smaller number of reviews, so they are easier to miss.
