Wide selection
Reviews describe a broad range of groceries, household items and international products, including hard-to-find goods.
Al Maya Supermarket Satwa Branch
Bur Dubai
Al Maya Supermarket Satwa Branch is a practical stop for everyday groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, and household essentials. Shoppers also come for its strong selection of Sri Lankan and Filipino food, with 24-hour service making late-night shopping possible.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
2,140 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Sri Lankan food
The supermarket is noted for a strong selection of Sri Lankan items at affordable prices.
Fresh produce
Customers specifically mention fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and chicken for everyday shopping.
Late hours
A 24-hour schedule suits shoppers who need essentials outside normal supermarket hours.
Useful kiosks
The store includes ATMs and bill-paying kiosks and stations, adding errands beyond grocery shopping.
Organised store
One shopper found the supermarket clean and well organised, with quick, smooth billing.
Tips for a Better Visit
Visit off-peak. For a calmer shop, try a non-holiday day; weekends were described as crowded.
Check fish. Inspect fish before leaving and clarify cleaning or cutting, after a review reported spoiled fish at home.
Verify online totals. If ordering through Instashop, compare the app total with the store price because one customer found prices were outdated.
Allow parking time. Parking outside may be available but can remain full, so allow a few minutes to wait for a space.
Use late hours. The reported 24-hour service can help you avoid the busier daytime and weekend periods.
Keep payment proof. Hold onto your bill and check your account after payment, especially where a double charge could require follow-up.
Plan the visit
Practical details
25 Al Hudaiba Rd
Al Bada', Dubai
| Mon | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Tue | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Common Concerns
Uneven service
Several reviews describe rude or inattentive staff, including complaints about cashiers and the fish section.
Fish concerns
Customers reported refusal to clean prawns, poorly prepared fish and one fish purchase that was spoiled.
Online mismatch
An Instashop customer reported that the total differed from the app because the listed prices were not updated.
Busy weekends
The store can become crowded on weekends and holidays, making a quieter browse less likely.
Refund delays
One customer said a double-charge refund was still unresolved after four complaints and three weeks.
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The Bottom Line
Al Maya Supermarket Satwa Branch is geared towards practical, everyday shopping. You can pick up groceries, fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, chicken and household essentials, while the international shelves are a real draw for shoppers looking for Sri Lankan items or Filipino food. Its reported 24-hour service is useful when you need something late at night.
The range is one of the store’s stronger points: customers say they find products that are hard to locate elsewhere, alongside everyday staples. Payment is flexible too, with reviews mentioning cash, cards, NFC and even an RTA Metro card. ATMs and bill-paying kiosks provide useful extras during a grocery run.
Prices receive mixed feedback. Some shoppers describe affordable prices and regular offers, while another says the store is expensive compared with competitors. The shop has also been described as clean and organised, with quick billing, but service is inconsistent.
Complaints include rude or inattentive cashiers, slow Instashop order handling and poor assistance in the fish section. Go on a non-holiday day if you want a quieter browse. Parking outside may be full, and online shoppers should compare Instashop totals with in-store prices.
If buying fish, check its condition and confirm whether cleaning or cutting is available before paying.