Iranian range
The shelves include a broad selection of Iranian meat, fish, fruits, beans, sweets and pickles, alongside products from other countries.
The Fresh Bazaar Supermarket
Umm Suqeim
In Umm Suqeim, The Fresh Bazaar Supermarket combines Iranian groceries with a restaurant and ready-made food section. Shoppers come for imported Iranian products and fruits, while diners mention Persian dishes such as Khaleh Pacheh and an atmospheric breakfast experience.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
293 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Ready meals
The ready-made section includes Persian food and other cuisines; one review specifically praised the traditional Khaleh Pacheh.
Store layout
One customer found the supermarket clean, well-organized and uncrowded, with staff quick to help locate products.
Parking
Several reviews mention free valley or valet parking, which can make a grocery stop easier by car.
Breakfast setting
The restaurant is described as calm, cozy and beautifully decorated, with an enjoyable Persian breakfast experience.
Late hours
One review reports daily opening hours from 7 AM until 3 AM, useful for shoppers who need a late stop.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check prices. Ask for prices before choosing unlabelled Iranian goods; one customer only discovered the cost at the till.
Inspect produce. Check fruit, nuts and chilled goods carefully before paying, given reports of bitter nuts, old fruit and spoiled packaged food.
Confirm pets. Call ahead about bringing a dog. Reviews disagree about pet access, and multiple visitors were refused entry with small dogs.
Compare costs. Compare prices with nearby Iranian markets before buying imported or seasonal items; one reviewer reported a 20–50% difference elsewhere.
Ask about offers. If visiting because of a social-media discount, confirm it at the shop first; one customer found the advertised discount was not applied.
Try parking. If driving, ask about the reported free valley parking or valet service before leaving the car elsewhere.
Plan the visit
Practical details
plot no.362-1310 - Jumeirah Beach Rd
Umm Suqeim Second - Umm Suqeim 2, 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
Ghormesabzi
A traditional Iranian prepared-food option mentioned alongside daily-made dishes.
Baghali Polo with chicken
Another prepared Persian dish specifically mentioned in the supermarket’s daily food offering.
Fesenjoon
One diner ordered Fesenjoon but complained that it was not fresh and that the tahdig was very tough.
Pacha and grills
A customer praised the restaurant’s Pacha and grills as authentic Persian food options.
Common Concerns
High prices
Multiple customers describe prices as substantially above nearby Iranian markets, with some items reportedly costing two to five times more.
Unpriced items
Many products reportedly lack shelf price tags, leaving customers surprised by the total at checkout.
Freshness concerns
Reviews report old or bitter nuts, disappointing fruit and, in one case, spoiled chilled products despite being within their expiry date.
Service complaints
Some customers describe rude responses, slow service and poor handling of complaints or product-quality concerns.
Pet confusion
Reviews conflict on whether small dogs are permitted, with some customers turned away after travelling to the store.
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The Bottom Line
The Fresh Bazaar Supermarket in Umm Suqeim is aimed especially at shoppers looking for Iranian groceries, with reviews mentioning imported meat and fish, Iranian fruits, pickles, sweets and other pantry staples. It also has a restaurant and ready-made food section, so you can combine grocery shopping with Persian dishes such as Khaleh Pacheh, Ghormesabzi or Baghali Polo with chicken. The store has some practical advantages.
Customers describe it as clean, organized and easy to navigate, and several mention free valley parking or valet service. One review reports daily hours from 7 AM to 3 AM. The restaurant’s calm setting and Persian breakfast receive positive comments, while another diner enjoyed complimentary tea after lunch.
Price and freshness are the main reasons to be cautious. Several shoppers say imported and seasonal products cost far more than at other Iranian markets; some items are reportedly not labelled, creating surprises at the till. Reviews also mention bitter or old nuts, fruit that was not fresh and spoiled chilled products.
Inspect goods and ask the price before buying. Pet access appears inconsistent: some reviews call it dog-friendly, while others say small dogs were refused. Confirm this directly before making a special trip.