Tech Shopping
Sharaf DG is described as a very large electronics destination with laptops, phones, cameras, TVs and gadgets.
Times Square Center Dubai
Al Quoz
Times Square Center Dubai is a compact shopping mall in Al Quoz with a calm, easy-to-navigate layout. It is especially useful for electronics at Sharaf DG, family activities at Adventure HQ, casual food, cafés and occasional craft or collectibles markets.
Reputation Score
4.1
★★★★☆
8,785 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Easy Parking
Visitors repeatedly mention ample outdoor and underground parking, with some spaces directly in front of the mall.
Calm Atmosphere
Its smaller scale and quieter feel suit quick errands, relaxed browsing or coffee without the crowds of larger malls.
Family Activities
Adventure HQ includes a kids’ climbing rock, while reviews also mention play areas, art activities and seasonal events.
Community Markets
Friday, Sunday and Ripe-style markets bring handmade accessories, paintings, local brands and other creative finds.
Food Court
The food court is praised for variety and decent quality, making the mall practical for a simple meal or coffee break.
Viva Supermarket
Viva is a useful stop for groceries and everyday essentials, and reviewers describe it as well stocked.
Tips for a Better Visit
Use Basement Parking. Check the current parking terms before arrival; one review reports three free hours and easy parking close to the entrance.
Visit Markets. Look for Sunday markets if you want local brands, handmade goods and coffee shops alongside regular mall shopping.
Shop Early. If you are visiting the small craft stalls, arrive before 7pm because one reviewer said they close then.
Plan Tech Trips. For electronics, go straight to Sharaf DG rather than browsing the whole centre; it is the standout specialist store.
Check Events. Collectors should look for Pokémon or trading-card events, which reviewers found friendly and well organised.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Sheikh Zayed Rd
Al Qouz Ind.first - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM |
Popular Mentions
Chillout ice lounge
The mall houses the distinctive Chillout ice lounge, which reviewers visit as a separate attraction.
Pokémon collectibles event
Special collectibles events bring Pokémon cards, sellers, collectors and trading into the mall.
Common Concerns
Limited Retail
The centre is smaller than major Dubai malls, with limited choices for regular clothing and supermarket shopping.
Food Limits
Food choice has varied, and some reviews describe the available outlets as limited despite praise for the food court.
Security Concern
One visitor said the calm experience was undermined by how security treated customers.
Card Pricing
A review alleges that HITT priced trading-card packs at more than double the expected price.
Outdated Toilets
The toilets were described as a little outdated, even though the rest of the mall was considered pleasant.
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The Bottom Line
Times Square Center Dubai is a smaller, comfortable mall in Al Quoz that works well for focused errands rather than an all-day mega-mall expedition. Sharaf DG is the main draw for electronics and gadgets, while Adventure HQ adds outdoor gear, bicycles and a kids’ climbing rock. Viva is useful for everyday groceries, and the food court gives you a straightforward place to eat.
The atmosphere is the real appeal. Reviews repeatedly describe the centre as calm, clean and easy to navigate, with ample outdoor and basement parking. It is a good setting for a coffee, a relaxed browse or a family outing without the usual crowds.
The palm-filled central space and cafés add to that slower pace. There is more going on than the permanent shops suggest. Sunday or Friday markets can bring local makers, handmade accessories, paintings and creative brands, while Pokémon and trading-card events attract collectors.
Check timings before you go: one review says the smaller craft stalls close at 7pm, and parking allowances are reported as either two or three free hours. Food and clothing choices are less extensive than at Dubai’s larger malls, and one reviewer raised concerns about security’s treatment of customers.