Curated selection
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The Flip Side
Al Quoz
The Flip Side is an independent record shop in Al Quoz, with a curated vinyl selection that leans toward house, techno and other electronic sounds. You can listen to used records before buying, stop for coffee, and catch occasional events with DJs or musicians.
Reputation Score
4.6
★★★★★
131 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Listening stations
Record players let you audition used vinyl before committing to a purchase.
Electronic focus
House, deep house, techno and minimal records are a particularly strong thread in the collection.
Event space
The shop also hosts DJs and musicians, giving it a role beyond browsing and buying.
Coffee stop
Reviews mention fresh coffee as part of the relaxed experience.
Roomy atmosphere
The sizeable space gives visitors room to browse, listen and linger.
Tips for a Better Visit
Listen first. Use the listening stations before buying used records; this is one of the shop’s most useful features.
Ask about orders. If a record is missing, ask about special orders; the shop may try to import it with a future order.
Plan parking. Allow extra time to sort out parking, since a customer specifically noted the lack of customer parking.
Look carefully. Give yourself time to locate the shop rather than expecting to spot it immediately.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Alserkal Avenue Located in Alserkal Avenue - Warehouse 71
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wed | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thu | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Fri | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sat | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Sun | 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Special orders
Customers can place special orders, which the shop will try to import with its own orders.
Turntables
Turntables are among the equipment mentioned by customers as available in the shop.
Common Concerns
Pricey records
One visitor found the records a bit expensive, so bargain-focused shoppers may need to compare.
Limited stock
Some visitors describe the vinyl selection as small or limited, despite its focused curation.
Parking
A review specifically wished the shop had parking available for customers.
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The Bottom Line
The Flip Side is an independent record shop in Al Quoz for people who enjoy digging rather than simply picking up a mainstream release. Its curated stock covers a range of genres, with a noticeable emphasis on house, techno, minimal and other electronic music. There are also occasional finds in funk, dub, jazz, hip-hop, Arabic vinyl and Japanese pressings.
You can listen to used records on the shop’s record players before buying, which is especially useful when condition matters. The store also sells turntables and accessories, and reviews mention special orders for records the shop can try to import with its regular orders. This is more than a compact retail counter.
Customers describe a spacious, relaxed setting where music is playing, coffee is available and DJs or musicians sometimes perform. That makes it easy to spend time browsing or chatting rather than rushing through a purchase. The main cautions are practical: some shoppers found the records pricey, while others felt the selection was limited, particularly if the shop’s electronic focus is not your taste.
Parking has also been flagged as an issue, and one visitor found the shop well hidden, so allow time to find it and plan your visit accordingly.