Broad selection
Reviews describe a large range of stationery, art and craft supplies, school bags and books for children and adults.
Dubai Library Distributors - Al Warqa Branch
Al Warqa
Dubai Library Distributors - Al Warqa Branch is a compact, well-stocked book and stationery shop in Al Warqa, especially useful for school supplies, art materials and Islamic books. It also handles printing and book binding, though service quality can vary.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
654 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Islamic books
The shop carries Qurans in different styles, including editions split into 30 parts for children.
Art supplies
It is a useful stop for painting and creative projects, with oil paint, brushes and canvases mentioned specifically.
School shopping
Several reviews point to school textbooks and stationery being available together, which can simplify back-to-school shopping.
Helpful guidance
Staff have been helpful when shoppers bring a picture of the item they are trying to find.
Printing options
The branch has handled printing in different paper types and sizes, alongside copying and binding services.
Tips for a Better Visit
Bring a picture. If you need a specific stationery item, show staff a photo; one review says this makes finding it easier.
Allow time. For printing, avoid a tight deadline: one customer reported waiting two hours for a small sheet.
Check discounts. Ask about Fazaa before paying; one review says the discount applies only to bills above 50 AED.
Plan parking. Parking can be limited and double-parking makes the street busy, so factor that into your visit.
Compare prices. Check the cost against other bookstores or online sellers, as several customers found the branch expensive.
Check timing. Confirm the opening hours before going; one long-time customer objected to the shop closing at noon.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Warqa 1, Near To Warqa Big Mosque and Aswaq Center,
Al Warqa - Al Warqa'a First, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, 8:30 PM – 11:30 PM |
| Thu | Closed |
| Fri | Closed |
| Sat | Closed |
| Sun | Closed |
Popular Mentions
photo copier, printing, book binding services
The branch is also used for photocopying, printing and book binding.
Bottle Ink
A customer visited specifically looking for printer bottle ink, although the related service interaction was negative.
Common Concerns
Rude service
Multiple reviews criticise the printing counter for rude, frustrated or unhelpful interactions.
Slow printing
One customer said a small print job took two hours, so urgent printing may be risky.
High prices
Several customers consider the shop more expensive than alternatives, with one reporting a book marked up from 5 to 20 dirhams.
Limited quantities
The selection is broad, but some items may have limited quantities and require searching.
Parking pressure
Parking is limited, and double-parking can make the surrounding street busy.
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The Bottom Line
Dubai Library Distributors - Al Warqa Branch is a practical stop when one shopping trip needs to cover several things. Reviews mention school textbooks, children’s books, stationery, school bags and art supplies, including oil paint, brushes and canvases. Its Islamic book section is another draw: Qurans come in different styles, and one review specifically mentions editions divided into 30 parts for children.
Printing, photocopying and book binding are also available. The range is the main strength, but the shop is described as small, packed and sometimes difficult to search. If you cannot spot a particular item, bring a photo; a reviewer found staff helpful when shown what they were looking for.
Quantities can be limited, so a specific project item is not guaranteed to be in stock. Prices divide opinion. Some customers call the stationery reasonable or budget-friendly, while others say the branch is more expensive than nearby shops or online sellers; one review alleges a 5-dirham book was sold for 20 dirhams.
Printing is the biggest caution: reviewers describe the counter as rude and report waiting two hours for a small job. Parking is limited, and Fazaa discounts were reported for bills above 50 AED. Check timing before setting out, too, since one review complained about a noon closing time.