Creamy texture
The ice cream is described as creamy and stretchy, giving the scoops a distinctive texture.
Bachir Ice Cream Galleria Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Bachir is a Lebanese ice cream shop in Al Barsha, known for its creamy, stretchy texture and traditional flavours. Try the Ashta with pistachios or mix a scoop of Ashta with Rose Loukoum, then settle into the relaxed seating area.
Reputation Score
4.5
★★★★★
144 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Ashta classic
Ashta with pistachios is a standout traditional choice, with one reviewer comparing it to frozen Sahlab.
Creative pairing
A mixed scoop of Ashta and Rose Loukoum gives first-timers a particularly well-liked flavour combination.
Real coconut
The coconut flavour includes actual coconut pieces rather than only a general coconut taste.
Relaxed seating
Reviews mention a pleasant place to sit, including indoor and outdoor seating around the Galleria location.
Family friendly
Children can get a small cone and split one scoop between two flavours, which reviewers found especially enjoyable.
Natural flavours
Customers highlight the range of natural-tasting flavours alongside the traditional Lebanese style.
Welcoming service
Several reviews describe the team as friendly, polite and attentive, adding to the visit.
Tips for a Better Visit
Try Ashta. Start with traditional Ashta and pistachio; lemon mint is another specifically praised choice.
Check toppings. Before ordering, ask whether pistachio topping carries an extra charge, as one review reports AED 8 per cup.
Ask portions. If ordering several flavours, clarify how the scoops are portioned so you know whether each flavour is served as a full scoop.
Bring children. For kids, ask about the small cone option and splitting one scoop into two flavours.
Delivery option. For gatherings at home, reviews say delivery is available through different apps.
Try soft drinks. Soft drinks are available if you want something alongside the ice cream.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Galleria Mall
Al Barsha Second - Al Barsha, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM |
Popular Mentions
Lemon mint
Lemon mint is one of the specifically praised flavour choices.
Lotus & dark chocolate
Lotus and dark chocolate are recommended together as flavours to try.
Qashta
Qashta is described as a signature Lebanese flavour with a Sahlab-like taste and pistachios.
Common Concerns
Small portions
Some customers felt the portions were not generous, including a complaint that five flavours arrived as thin layers rather than full scoops.
Cone allowance
A half-kilogram order was reported to include only four cones, which one customer considered insufficient.
Premium pricing
Several reviews consider the ice cream expensive, with a cup reported at 38–40 AED.
Branch variation
One customer felt the portion at this location was smaller than at other branches.
Packaging concern
A review reported that the inner plastic of pre-packed flavours can break and may mix with the ice cream.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 8 per cup
pistachio topping per cup
“For the first time, we were informed that in order to add a small portion of pistachios, we would now be charged an additional AED 8 per cup—unless the order includes the ashta flavor”Google review · October 2025
38 AED
cup of ice cream
“But a bit expensive for ice cream 38 AED for a cup is more expensive than any other place”Google review · January 2023
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The Bottom Line
Bachir is a Lebanese ice cream shop in Al Barsha where the main draw is its traditional, creamy style. You can order individual scoops, mixed-flavour cups or cones, and take home larger portions. The Ashta with pistachios is the signature choice mentioned repeatedly, while Rose Loukoum, coconut with real coconut pieces, lemon mint and dark chocolate give adventurous orders plenty to explore.
Texture is a real strength: one customer described the ice cream as “creamy, stretchy,” while others praised its rich, natural taste. Families may appreciate the small cone option, which lets children split one scoop into two flavours. Reviews also mention relaxed indoor and outdoor seating, soft music and a pleasant spot for coffee or a quick dessert stop.
The main caution is value. A cup has been reported at 38 AED or around 40 AED, and customers have disagreed with the portion size, especially when ordering multiple flavours. One review also reports an AED 8 pistachio-topping charge per cup, so it is worth checking the current policy before ordering.
Portion consistency has been questioned between branches, and a separate review raised concerns about the inner plastic used for pre-packed flavours.