Budget Finds
Many household and everyday items are available at prices reviewers consider good or reasonable.
Al Kabayel (Qusais)
Al Qusais
Al Kabayel in Al Qusais is a discount department store for practical home purchases, gifts and everyday odds and ends. Reviews point to useful finds such as home décor, chocolates and budget household items, though the Qusais branch can feel smaller and less varied than other locations.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
1,038 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Home Décor
The store has a distinctive home décor selection, including decorative accessories for rooms and homes.
One Stop
Reviews describe a broad enough mix of home items, food and gifts to handle several errands in one visit.
Chocolate Range
The chocolate section includes Twix, Bounty, Snickers and Dubai chocolate in different flavours.
DIY Supplies
Some products are useful for small DIY projects, making the store worth browsing for basic materials.
Front Parking
RTA paid parking is available in front of the store, although finding a space can still be difficult at busy times.
Tips for a Better Visit
Compare Prices. Check similar shops before buying: a reviewer paid 25 Dhs for a T-shirt that cost 20 Dhs at Abu Hail Kabayel.
Plan Parking. Allow extra time for parking, especially during busy hours or on Fridays, when spaces can be difficult to find.
Bring Change. Carry smaller notes or a card if possible; one shopper left without a 15 AED purchase because a 100 AED note could not be changed.
Check Quality. Inspect items before paying, since reviews describe quality as inconsistent and sometimes poor for the price.
Browse Offers. Look through the sale areas and compare labels, as reviewers say offers can lower costs but prices vary by product.
Plan the visit
Practical details
299 Damascus Street
Al Qusais Ind. First, Dubai
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Tue | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Wed | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Thu | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Fri | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
| Sun | 9:00 AM – 1:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
aquarium bowl
A customer reported finding an aquarium bowl with good quality.
sport shoes
One shopper bought sport shoes and described them as attractive and comfortable-looking.
kitchen utensils
Kitchen utensils are among the cheaper items specifically mentioned by reviewers.
costume jewelry
The store carries costume jewelry among its gift and accessory choices.
Common Concerns
Limited Variety
One reviewer found the Qusais branch very small, with limited stock and less variety than other Al Kabayel locations.
Price Variation
Not everything is a bargain: some reviewers found prices higher than comparable shops or high for the quality.
Quality Swings
Quality varies by item; reviews mention low-quality Chinese goods alongside acceptable and good products.
Crowded Aisles
The shop can be crowded and cluttered, which some visitors found difficult to navigate.
Change Issue
A customer could not buy a 15 AED item because the cashier could not provide change for a 100 AED note.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
25dhs
t-shirt
“for example I have to buy a t-shirt 25dhs”Google review · September 2022
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The Bottom Line
Al Kabayel in Al Qusais is a practical discount department store for everyday home shopping, small gifts and inexpensive extras. You can browse home décor, kitchen and bathroom items, clothing, cosmetics and children’s goods, while the grocery side adds consumables such as chocolates. The selection includes familiar bars like Twix, Bounty and Snickers, plus Dubai chocolate in different flavours.
The strongest reason to stop here is convenience: several reviews describe getting household items, gifts and room accessories in one place. The home décor range is described as more distinctive than at similar shops, and there are useful finds for DIY projects, gardening and basic kitchen tasks. An aquarium bowl and comfortable slippers are among the specific purchases mentioned by customers.
Keep expectations realistic about the Qusais branch. One reviewer calls it very small with limited variety, while another found the shop crowded and cluttered. Quality is uneven, so inspect products rather than assuming every low-priced item is a bargain.
Prices also vary: some shoppers found the store cheaper than Day to Day for particular items, while others considered it costly compared with Sharjah or other Kabayel branches. RTA paid parking is in front, but finding a space can be difficult during busy periods and on Fridays. Carry smaller notes, too, since one customer could not get change for a 100 AED bill.