Union Coop
The large Union Coop hypermarket covers everyday grocery and household needs in one stop.
Al Barsha South Mall
Al Barsha South
Al Barsha South Mall is a compact community shopping mall in Al Barsha South, built around a large Union Coop hypermarket and everyday services. It suits grocery runs, casual meals and practical errands, with cafes, restaurants and a large parking area that several reviewers found convenient.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
178 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Spacious Parking
Several reviews mention ample parking, including a large area in front of the mall.
Quiet Atmosphere
The mall is repeatedly described as quiet and less crowded, making errands feel more relaxed.
Food Choices
Cafes, restaurants and food outlets give the mall options beyond grocery shopping.
Useful Services
Reviews mention practical community services such as banking, pharmacy, exchange and a clinic.
Helpful Care
A customer said Union Coop staff were fast and helpful after money was lost inside the store.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check Parking. Allow extra time to find the parking entrance; one visitor reported difficulty locating it.
Use Transport. A car or taxi is more convenient than the bus if you want to avoid a 1km walk.
Choose Quietly. For a calmer outing, visit with the mall’s generally quiet, low-crowd atmosphere in mind.
Check Shops. If you need a particular retailer, confirm it is open first; earlier reviews noted incomplete shop openings.
Try Huqqabaz. For a late meal or shisha gathering, Huqqabaz was reported open until two in the morning.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al BarshaAl - Street 58
Al Barsha South First - Al Barsha South, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Nazeh shop
Nazeh shop is one of the specifically named stores visitors return to alongside Union Coop.
Huqqabaz restaurant
Huqqabaz restaurant is mentioned for shisha, snacks, breakfast, lunch and dinner, with party and outdoor birthday reservations.
Domino's pizza
Domino's pizza is one of the named food outlets reported as operating at the mall.
Al Ansari branches
Al Ansari branches are mentioned among the operational services in the mall.
MedCare Hospital
MedCare Hospital was announced in Gate No. 2 on the first floor in a customer review.
Common Concerns
Parking Access
One reviewer found the parking difficult to locate despite the mall having substantial parking.
Bus Distance
The bus station is not immediately nearby; one review describes a 1km walk.
Shop Closures
A review criticised management and said some shops were closing.
Weak Signal
Mobile connectivity may be unreliable inside, with one review specifically mentioning Etisalat.
Limited Brands
Some visitors found that certain items and brands were still unavailable.
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The Bottom Line
Al Barsha South Mall is a practical community stop for groceries, everyday errands and an easy meal. The large Union Coop hypermarket is the main draw, while cafes, restaurants and food outlets make it possible to combine shopping with a casual break. Reviews also mention banking, pharmacy, exchange and clinic services, so it can cover more than a quick supermarket run.
The atmosphere is consistently described as quiet, clean and relatively uncrowded. Parking is one of its strongest conveniences, with reviewers noting space both inside and outside and a large area in front of the mall. There is a catch, though: one visitor found the parking difficult to locate, so take a moment to identify the entrance rather than assuming the first access point is obvious.
It is easier to reach with your own transport; the bus station is reportedly about 1km away. If you are coming for a specific shop or brand, check ahead, since reviews have mentioned unavailable items, brands and previously unopened retail units. For food-led visits, Huqqabaz is a named option, with one reviewer noting shisha, snacks and meals and opening hours until 2am.