The ultimate guide to Deira City Centre

Deira City Centre or City Centre Deira as it is referred to as since the rebranding, is a popular shopping destination in the district frequented by locals and tourists alike. Our Deira City Centre guide will allow you to explore everything that this magnificent mall has to offer.

Deira City Centre(DCC) is located in Deira, one of the oldest districts in Dubai and also among the most popular for renting apartments in old Dubai. Apart from the perfect location for a much-needed retail therapy, visitors can enjoy dining and entertainment options as well at the Deira City Centre in Dubai. 

Read our comprehensive Deira City Centre guide to know about the shopping options, restaurants and entertainment venues at the mall.

RESTAURANTS IN DEIRA CITY CENTRE

Deira is a cultural hub of Dubai, hence it’s not surprising that City Centre Deira has a range of eateries catering to different cuisines and budgets. Here is a list of the best restaurants in Deira City Centre, perfect for a quick bite during shopping.

THE COFFEE CLUB

Australia’s popular café group, The Coffee Club has several outlets in Dubai that offer a selection of the finest pasta, sandwiches, spaghetti carbonara and a revitalizing cup of cappuccino. Chicken with cashew nut and chia pot are some of the must-try dishes from the Coffee Club Deira menu. The Coffee Club is among the best restaurants in Deira.  

• Cuisine: Healthy food, café, Australian
• Timings: Everyday 07:30 am – 11:00 pm
• Average cost for two: AED 180
• Location: Level 1, City Centre Deira, Baniyas Road, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-289-1670

PAUL BAKERY & RESTAURANT

Paul Bakery and Restaurant located at Level 1 in City Centre Deira offers a range of delicious French food including their traditional French onion soup served in a bread bowl is a delicious treat. The buttery flaky croissants and quiche made with French goat’s cheese are a must-try here.

• Cuisine: French, café
• Timings: Everyday 09:00 am – 11:00 pm
• Average cost for two: AED 210
• Location: Level 1, City Centre Deira, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-295-8404 

AB’S ABSOLUTE BARBECUES EXPRESS

Are you in a mood for some succulent barbecue? Head to AB’s Absolute Barbecues Express located on Level 1 of Deira City Centre. Crispy corn, tikka, biryani, butter chicken and cheese potatoes are the most popular dishes at this eatery in City Centre Deira.

• Cuisine: Indian, Continental, Barbecues, Kebab
• Timings: 10:00 am – 11:30 am
• Average cost for two: AED 60
• Location: Food Court, Level 1, City Centre Deira, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-238-9980  

DENNY’S

The next eatery on our Deira City Centre guide is Denny’s. It is among the most popular casual dining restaurants in Deira Dubai. Counted among the best all-day breakfast places in Dubai, Dennys serves some killer coffee that will wake you up instantly.  You can sample the delicious waffles, fluffy omelettes and different varieties of slams making Denny’s one of the best restaurants in Deira City Centre.

• Cuisine:  American
• Timings: Sunday to Saturday 08:00 am – 11:00 pm |Thursday & Friday 08:00 am – 12:00 midnight
• Average cost for two: AED 210
• Location: Floor 2, Near VOX Cinemas, City Centre Deira, Baniyas Road, Dubai
• Contact: +971-4-234-1714

OTHER RESTAURANTS IN THE MALL

Visitors can indulge in other dining options at the mall. The centre has some of the best eateries in town, here is a list of the top restaurants in Deira City Centre food court. 

• P.F Chang’s
• Nandos
• Max’s All About Chicken
• Gazebo
• TGI Fridays
• Teriyaki Boy & Sizzlin’ Steak
• Starbucks
• London Fish and Chips
• Godiva
• Potbelly 

SHOPPING AT DEIRA CITY CENTER

HIGH STREET BRANDS

When it comes to shopping, the countless fashion stores at Deira City Centre that have something to suit all budgets and styles. Whether you’re looking for cool office attire, a glitzy eastern outfit, traditional Arabic dresses or something stylish for the teens, the outlets at this mall has everything for men women and children. 

Below is the list of outlets ideal for shopping located at ground floor, level 1 and level 2.

• Jennyfer
• Khaadi
• Marks and Spencers
• Karen Millen
• Zara
• H&M
• Splash
• Max
• Next
• Pull&Bear
• Bershka
• Cotton On 
• Nine West
• River Island
• Orsay
• R&B
• Stradivarius
• Damat
• Diners
• Lee
• Levis
• Fab India
• Ted Baker
• Mardini
• Arrow

TRADITIONAL ARABIC OUTFITS AND ABAYAS

The following Deira City Centre shops located at Level 2 offer abayas and other traditional Arabic outfits.

• Al Yashmac
• Amani
• Dar Al Kashkha
• Diva Abaya
• Hanayen
• Jalabiat Yasmine

OTHER STORES AT DEIRA CITY CENTRE

Our detailed Deira City Centre guide has compiled a list of other speciality stores that may come in handy while you shop. 

There are driving schools and travel agencies in the mall. And not just that, some of the best courier companies in Dubai are located in the shopping centre as well. The list is given below:

BIG BUS COMPANY

• Opening hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight
• Location: Ground Floor Deira City Centre
• Contact: +971-4-324-4187

CITY SIGHTSEEING DUBAI

• Opening hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight
• Location: Ground Floor Deira City Centre
• Contact: +971-4-316-7506

DHL

• Opening hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight
• Location: Ground Floor Deira City Centre
• Contact: +971-4-295-8742

BELHASA DRIVING CENTER

• Opening hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight
• Location: Ground Floor Deira City Centre
• Contact: +971-4-294-3066

CARREFOUR

Carrefour is a household name in Dubai. The Carrefour hypermarket in Deira City Centre Dubai has a variety of groceries, toys and other useful items under one roof.

• Opening hours: Saturday to Wednesday 09:00 am – 12:00 midnight | Thursday to Friday 09:00 am – 01:00 am
• Location: Level 1, Deira City Centre
• Contact: +971-4-295-4068

SHARAF DG ELECTRONICS STORE

Sharaf DG is one of the most prominent electronic store brands in the UAE. Their outlet in Deira City Centre is just one of the outlet in the emirates. The brand is spread across four countries. It is also famous as one of the best electronics stores in Dubai. You can buy wearables, smartwatches, home appliances, computing devices, mobiles, tablets, tv, video and audio products, gaming, cameras, camcorders and MacBooks. The Sharaf DG Deira City Centre makes it one of the best places to buy electronics in Dubai. 

ENTERTAINMENT AT DEIRA CITY CENTRE

Magic Planet and the VOX Cinemas in Deira City Centre Dubai are ideal for catching some fun after shopping. Read on for more details about both venues.

MAGIC PLANET

Next on our Deira City Centre guide is the on-site outlet of Magic Planet Dubai. It is one of the best place to spend some quality time with your family. One of the most popular kid-friendly attractions at Deira City Centre located at Level 1, Magic Planet has plenty of things to do for kids. The little ones can join the kiddie rides section for Carousel, Cindy Scooter, Funny Eggs, and Let’s Go Island.

Some other exciting Magic Planet Deira City Centre rides for the younger ones include simulation rides such as Xt-360 Simulator and Trident Simulator. Other fun rides include XD Dark Ride, G-Force and Bumper Car rides.

Magic Planet in Dubai has several rides and attractions for grownups as well. Try your luck at the Yalla! Bowling Alley and other arcade and softplay games.

MAGIC PLANET DUBAI TIMINGS: 

• The Magic Planet Dubai opening hours are 10:00 am to 12:00 midnight.

MAGIC PLANET DUBAI PRICES:

• 1st Package: AED 105 (Get AED 125 credit)
• 2nd Package: AED 210 (Get AED 350 credit)
• 3rd Package: AED 315 (Get AED 550 credit)
• 4th Package: AED 525 (Get AED 950 credit)
• All the Magic Planet prices are inclusive of 5% VAT
• Contact: +971-4-231-6261

VOX CINEMAS

If you need a break from shopping, try catching the latest movies at Vox cinemas Deira City Centre, one of the largest brands of movie theatres in Dubai. It showcases the most recent Hollywood, Bollywood, Lollywood, Tollywood and Arab blockbuster movies on 20 different screens.

• Opening hours: 10:00 am – 01:00 am
• Contact: 600-599905

GENERAL INFORMATION

WHAT IS THE DEIRA CITY CENTRE LOCATION?

The Deira City Centre is located along 8th Street Dubai, close to the Deira City Centre Metro Station and across the road from popular hotels such as Flora Creek. 

WHAT ARE THE DEIRA CITY CENTRE OPENING HOURS?

The Deira City Centre timings are Sunday to Wednesday 10:00 am – 10:00 pm| Thursday to Saturday 10:00 am – 12:00 midnight

WHAT IS THE DEIRA CITY CENTRE CONTACT NUMBER?

You can contact the administration of Deira City Centre at +971-4-209-3105.

WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENT PARKING OPTIONS AT THE MALL?

The City Centre Deira has a range of parking options. Please check the following list for Deira City Centre Parking charges.

Parking Duration	Charges
Parking Duration First Three hours	Charges No Charges
Parking Duration 3 to 4 hours	Charges AED 20
Parking Duration 4 to 5 hours	Charges AED 40
Parking Duration 5 to 6 hours	Charges AED 60
Parking Duration 6 to 7 hours	Charges AED 100
Parking Duration 7 hours and above	Charges AED 150
Parking Duration 24 hours	Charges AED 350
Parking Duration Lost Ticket	Charges AED 150
Parking Duration Overnight Parking (04:00 am – 06:00 am)	Charges AED 200

 NOTE: Parking is available from 6:00 am to 2:00 am, 6 days a week. (Excluding Fridays)

WHAT ARE THE RTA BUS ROUTES TO GET TO DEIRA CITY CENTRE?

The following RTA buses stop at the bus station near City Centre Deira for drop-off and pick-up:

• From Bur Dubai/ Karama: Bus Nos. 33, C19
• From Satwa: Bus Nos. 55, C15
• From Deira: Bus Nos. 27
• From Jumeirah/ Safa: Bus Nos. C10, C14
• From Rashidiya: Bus No. 48, 11A, 4

HOW TO GET TO DEIRA CITY CENTRE BY METRO?

The City Centre Deira Metro Station is on the red line of the Dubai Metro. It is conveniently located and is just a few steps away from the mall. Please use Exit 1, when leaving the station to go to the mall.

With countless retail outlets, restaurants and entertainment options, you can easily spend a day here with our Deira City Centre guide. With more than 370 stores, the mall is also home to a Carrefour supermarket, pharmacy, banks and much more. The Deira City Centre is connected to Aloft Dubai City Centre Deira and adjacent to Pullman Dubai Creek City Centre. Being a major hub of Dubai with plenty of amenities, nearby attractions and affordable living most people prefer to rent apartments in Deira Dubai. 

The plethora of stores, dining options and entertainment venues make City Centre one of the best malls in Deira. For similar malls around the city take a look at our complete guide to the Dubai Mall to find out more about the biggest mall in Dubai.