Broad stock
A small shop with a surprisingly wide range of everyday items.
Zam zam almadina Supermarket alkawaneej
Al Khawaneej
Zam zam almadina Supermarket alkawaneej is a neighbourhood grocery store in Al Khawaneej, with reviews describing a small shop that stocks many everyday essentials. Customers also mention Al Bayan water, fresh naan and a zattar sandwich with wheat, while the business says it provides free home delivery.
Reputation Score
3.9
★★★★☆
194 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Daily essentials
Several reviews say most or all daily-use grocery needs are available.
Al Bayan
Al Bayan water is specifically mentioned as available to buy.
Mandi mention
One customer calls it the best mandi in Madina.
Tasty sandwich
A customer particularly enjoyed the zattar sandwich made with wheat.
Fresh naan
Naan is another specific food item praised by a customer.
Card payment
A review confirms that customers can pay by bank card.
Tips for a Better Visit
Request receipts. Ask for a receipt every time: one customer reported an overcharge was corrected only after requesting one.
Check meat. Inspect fresh meat before accepting it, as a customer reported receiving bad meat and difficulty arranging a return.
Allow time. If ordering delivery, allow at least an hour based on one reported delivery wait.
Check availability. For a particular item, confirm stock first: one older review warned that not everything is always available.
Try naan. Naan is a specific item worth asking about, since one customer said they loved it.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Al Khawaneej - Al Khwaneej Second - Dubai
Al Khawaneej - Al Khwaneej Second, Dubai
| Mon | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sat | 7:00 AM – 3:00 AM |
| Sun | 7:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Common Concerns
Price concerns
Some customers consider the prices high, including one who shops there mainly because it is nearby.
Cashier complaint
One customer said the cashier repeatedly increased the original price and corrected it only after a receipt was requested.
Poor service
Reviews describe rude, unprofessional behaviour and a poor customer-service experience.
Meat issue
A customer received bad fresh meat and said the shop stopped answering when a return was requested.
Delivery delay
One delivery review reports a wait of an hour.
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The Bottom Line
Zam zam almadina Supermarket alkawaneej is a local grocery stop in Al Khawaneej for routine shopping rather than a specialist food destination. Reviews describe a small store with a broad selection of everyday goods, including daily-use food items and, according to one customer, Al Bayan water. The business also advertises free home delivery.
There are a few food-specific reasons to look beyond the standard shelves. Customers mention naan, a wheat zattar sandwich, and mandi; the sandwich received especially enthusiastic feedback, while another reviewer called the mandi the best in Madina. Bank-card payment is also mentioned, which is useful for quick top-up trips.
Pricing and service are less consistent. Some customers report good prices, but others say many items are overpriced. One detailed complaint says a cashier increased prices and returned the difference only after the customer requested a receipt.
Separate reviews describe rude or unprofessional service, so checking your bill before leaving is sensible. For delivery, allow time: one review mentions an hour-long wait. If buying fresh meat, inspect it before accepting it; a customer reported receiving bad meat and then being unable to reach the shop about a return.
Stock can vary too, with one reviewer warning that not everything is always available.