Wide range
The store covers everyday needs plus less usual finds, from plants and barbecue supplies to stationery and fresh vegetables.
Gate - Al Barsha
Al Barsha
Gate - Al Barsha is a large discount store for browsing everyday essentials, gifts and household buys in one trip. Reviews point especially to its broad toy selection and real plants, alongside groceries and practical home goods, making it useful for budget-led family shopping.
Reputation Score
4.3
★★★★☆
2,011 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Late opening
A review reports that the store is open 24 hours, which is useful for late-night household or grocery runs.
Easy parking
Customers mention basement or underground parking, including free basement parking in one review.
Family browsing
The large selection makes it a practical stop for family shopping, especially when looking for toys, snacks and household items.
Fresh produce
One customer specifically found the fruits fresh, high quality and well displayed.
Accessible layout
A review says wheelchair access is available throughout the store, and card payment is accepted.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check labels. Check shelf prices and confirm unclear amounts before paying, as one shopper was charged 9 AED for an item labelled 5.99 AED.
Use parking. Try the basement parking; one review describes it as free, while another says availability can be limited.
Shop late. For a quieter late-night essentials run, consider the reported 24-hour opening.
Ask directions. Ask an employee where items are if you are short on time; one review says the layout can make products difficult to find.
Inspect goods. Check boxes and displayed items before buying, since one customer saw damaged or scratched products left on display.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Hessa St
Al Barsha Third - Al Barsha, 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 |
Popular Mentions
real plants
Customers mention finding real plants alongside household and grocery items.
kitchenware
Kitchenware and utensils are repeatedly mentioned as part of the store's household selection.
shoes
Shoes and other footwear are mentioned as an affordable category in the store.
Common Concerns
Price variation
Not every item is a bargain: one review says some prices are higher than at other supermarkets.
Missing tags
Some products reportedly lack price labels, so shoppers may need to ask before reaching the checkout.
Price mismatch
A customer found an item marked 5.99 AED on the shelf charged at 9 AED at the cashier.
Hard navigation
The layout can make certain items difficult to locate, according to one review.
Promo confusion
A customer said staff could not correctly explain how to redeem credit-card points, and the card was charged instead.
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The Bottom Line
Gate - Al Barsha is a warehouse-style discount store where a single visit can cover groceries, household supplies, toys and kitchenware. Reviews also mention real plants, shoes, clothing and barbecue or camping materials, so it suits browsing as much as ticking off a shopping list. The broad selection is the main draw: several customers describe finding most of what they need under one roof.
Prices are often described as affordable, particularly for gifts, party decorations, cleaning detergents and selected household goods. However, the value is uneven rather than universal. 99 AED becoming a 9 AED charge at checkout.
Many items have reportedly lacked price tags, so checking labels and confirming unclear prices is worthwhile. The store is described as spacious and family-friendly, with wheelchair access to all areas and basement or underground parking. Free parking is mentioned, although another review says the basement can fill up.
A reported 24-hour opening makes late shopping convenient. If you are visiting for a specific item, allow time to ask for directions: the layout has been praised as organised by some customers but criticised as difficult to navigate by others.