Syrian range
A useful stop for Syrian products, including cheeses, dairy, chickpeas, bread, children’s sweets and juices.
Manazil alsham foodstuff Dubai land منازل الشام للمواد الغذائية والاستهلاكية - دبي لاند
Arabian Ranches
Manazil Alsham is a Syrian-focused supermarket serving Arabian Ranches, with imported Syrian foodstuffs and everyday groceries. Reviews point to fresh meats, grill cuts and staples such as cheeses, dairy products, bread and sweets as the main reasons to browse.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
102 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fresh meats
Customers specifically praise the fresh meats, including grill cuts, alongside hummus and muhammara.
Helpful staff
Several reviews describe the young staff as respectful, professional and willing to help shoppers find products.
Bulk options
One detailed review says pasta, rice, nuts, legumes, cereal, sugar and flour are available in containers rather than only pre-packed.
Compact variety
Despite its modest size, one reviewer found fresh produce, legumes, oils, cheeses, snacks, Syrian sweets and soap under one roof.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check totals. Compare shelf labels with the receipt and check the final total before leaving; one shopper reported an AED14 difference.
Confirm prices. Ask for the exact price of meat before it is weighed or packed, since one customer reported a change from 60 to 80 per kilo.
Inspect produce. Check fruit, olives and other fresh items before paying; reviews mention rotten olive salad and blackberries with worms.
Bring containers. If buying bulk groceries or loose produce, bring your own bags or containers; a reviewer says the shop avoids prepackaged goods.
Confirm payment. Check payment and delivery arrangements before placing an order, as one customer said Visa and delivery were unavailable.
Plan the visit
Practical details
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Wadi Al Safa 5, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 2:00 AM |
Common Concerns
High prices
Some shoppers consider prices extremely high, with one comparing the shop unfavourably with Al-Douri and other Levantine stores.
Price mismatches
Reviews report shelf stickers and cashier totals not matching, including an alleged AED14 difference on one bill.
Food quality
Customers reported insects in food and rotten or worm-infested fruit, so check fresh and packaged goods carefully.
Uneven service
Customer-service feedback ranges from warm and professional to complaints about rude treatment and an unresponsive cashier.
Delivery issues
One review describes delivery as unreliable and says it did not respect the agreed time.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
3 dirhams
olive oil
“Despite confirming the price with their team initially, I was overcharged for olive oil by 3 dirhams”Google review · April 2024
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The Bottom Line
Manazil Alsham is a Syrian-focused supermarket serving Arabian Ranches, and its strongest draw is the chance to find products that are not easy to source nearby. Shoppers mention Syrian cheeses and dairy, bread, sweets, fresh meats and grill cuts; hummus and muhammara also receive specific praise. A detailed review describes a compact shop carrying produce, oils, legumes and snacks, with a separate Syrian sweets and soap section.
The range is useful for a focused Syrian-food shop rather than just a quick basics run. There are also bulk items in containers, so bringing your own bags or boxes can be worthwhile. Staff feedback is mixed: several customers describe the team as respectful, professional and helpful, while others report rude treatment or poor cashier service.
Pricing deserves attention. Some shoppers call the prices much higher than other Levantine shops, and multiple reviews mention shelf-to-receipt discrepancies. Check labels and the final bill, and confirm meat prices before weighing.
Freshness is another reason to inspect items closely: reviews mention insects in food, rotten olive salad and worm-infested blackberries. If ordering, confirm payment and delivery details first, since service availability and timing have both been questioned.