Everyday shopping
Carrefour and Viva Market make grocery runs convenient, with household items and daily essentials in one compact centre.
Souq Extra - Silicon Oasis
Dubai Silicon Oasis
Souq Extra is a compact, practical shopping centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis, with Carrefour and Viva Market for everyday groceries plus pharmacies, banks and quick-service food. It suits short errands and casual meetups more than a full-day mall outing.
Reputation Score
4.2
★★★★☆
3,648 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Quick errands
Several reviews describe it as easy to navigate and useful for quick shopping trips without the crowds of larger malls.
Useful services
The centre brings practical services together, including pharmacies, banks, utilities, car rental and driving-school services.
Food access
There are multiple food outlets, coffee shops and drive-through options for a quick meal or relaxed evening stop.
Helpful service
Customers describe staff as friendly and helpful, with one service visit completed professionally in a short time.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check parking. Confirm the current parking terms before entering; visitors have reported AED 10 charges even for short grocery stops.
Avoid peaks. Allow extra time or visit outside busy periods, as parking congestion can make a quick stop less quick.
Check washrooms. If you need the washroom late at night, check availability first: one review says cleaners closed them around 11:30pm.
Expect fast food. Choose the centre for quick-service dining and coffee rather than expecting a varied full-service restaurant scene.
Plan Fridays. Be prepared for crowded walkways near entry gates during Friday prayer times, when some visitors say access becomes difficult.
Use the options. For a single errand, compare Carrefour and Viva Market under one roof before leaving; both are repeatedly mentioned for groceries.
Plan the visit
Practical details
499W+P63 - Damascus Street
Nadd Hessa - Dubai Silicon Oasis, 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
Parking charges
Recent reviews report AED 10 charges for very short stays, sometimes with unclear or conflicting signage about free parking.
Poor washrooms
Washroom maintenance is a recurring concern, including missing soap and toilet paper, broken taps and unpleasant smells.
Rider congestion
Delivery riders are reported to gather around entrances and parking areas, occasionally making the centre feel uncomfortable or obstructed.
Limited dining
The restaurant mix is weighted towards fast-food chains rather than a broad sit-down dining selection.
Busy access
Parking can become congested, with tricky circulation and occasional vehicles blocking doors or causing traffic jams.
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The Bottom Line
Souq Extra is a compact neighbourhood shopping centre in Dubai Silicon Oasis, particularly handy for everyday errands. Carrefour and Viva Market cover grocery needs, while pharmacies, banks, utilities and other services mean you can handle several practical stops without visiting a larger mall. The centre also has quick food and coffee options, including McDonald's, Subway, KFC, Pizza Hut and Starbucks drive-throughs.
It is more of a convenient local stop than a destination mall. Reviews describe clean, organised areas, easy navigation and a quieter feel than larger malls, although the restaurant choice is largely fast food. One restaurant review also mentions customisable sandwiches, including the option to add or remove ingredients and order protein dough.
Parking is the main reason to check details before arriving. Recent visitors report AED 10 charges for short stays, including 20-minute grocery trips, and one review describes unclear Parkonic signage. Other reviews mention congestion, blocked entrances and difficulty finding a space at busy times.
Washrooms are another weak point, with reports of broken taps, missing soap or toilet paper, unpleasant smells and late-night closures. Delivery riders gathering near entrances and Friday prayer crowds can also affect comfort and movement.