A taste of back home – Pakistani supermarkets in Dubai
Are you a Pakistani expat in Dubai looking for products that remind you of home? You will be glad to know that several Pakistani supermarkets in Dubai sell everything from sweet mangoes and spices to Basmati rice and popular varieties of pulses.
Want to know more about Pakistani grocery stores in Dubai? Read on to find all about the various products available in Dubai’s Pakistani supermarkets, the store locations, contact details and more.
LIST OF PAKISTANI SUPERMARKETS IN DUBAI
These top Pakistan supermarkets in Dubai can fulfil all your grocery needs when nostalgia strikes.
THE EMPRESS MARKET
Named after one of the oldest and biggest markets in Karachi, Pakistan, The Empress Market is popular among Pakistani and South Asian expats. The shop stocks various grocery items from Pakistan, including fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products, meat, frozen food, personal care and bakery goods. The store also has a selection of various varieties of Pakistani basmati rice, spices, cooking oils, dry fruit, tea, tea whiteners and more.
Besides the physical store, this popular Pakistani market also operates online and offers free delivery on all orders worth AED 100 or above across Dubai and Sharjah.
Luckily Pakistani expats in Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah can also order groceries online and get free delivery for all purchases exceeding AED 150. The Empress Market delivers products to Abu Dhabi and Al Ain, and the minimum order to qualify for free delivery is AED 150.*
Please note that due to COVID-19 restrictions, deliveries to Al Ain and Abu Dhabi are made on Thursday and Friday.
This supermarket is also among the best Asian supermarkets in Dubai, so you can order a variety of items.
- Opening hours: 08:00 am to 08:00 pm
- Location: Shop No. 13, Al Rabwah Towers, Al Barsha South 1
- Contact: +971-4-228-1891
PAK JINNAH SUPERMARKET
Located in International City, Pak Jinnah Supermarket is also a popular Pakistani supermarket in Dubai. Also known as Pakistan Jinnah Supermarket, the store stocks everything from spices, fresh vegetables and quality meat to household items, footwear and clothing. This means Pakistani expats moving to Dubai have access to all the necessary products in the emirate.
Located next to Pak Jinnah Supermarket in International City is Pakistan Jinnah Sweets and Restaurant. Visitors can enjoy samosas, chaat, Kashmiri tea and more at these Pakistani grocery stores in International City Dubai.
- Opening hours: 07:00 am to 12:00 am
- Location: International City, Persia Cluster
- Contact: +971-4-457-2591
PAKISTANI SUPERMARKET
One of the largest Pakistani supermarket chains in the UAE with stores across Dubai, Sharjah, Al Ain, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah is Pakistan Supermarket. This popular retail outlet stocks fresh vegetables, fruit, baked goods, confectioneries, dairy products, instant food, organic salt and more. Their mango imports from Pakistan are especially popular with expat customers.
Besides food items, visitors can also buy cleaning supplies, personal care items, herbal products, kitchenware and other essentials from the Pakistan Supermarket. You can also order products online for delivery.
- Opening hours: 07:00 am to 12:00 am
- Location and Contact: Beside Ibrahimi Palace Restaurant, Karama (+971-43709101) | Behind Sahara Center, Al Nahda, Dubai (+971-6-536-5833)| Naif Street, Deira (+971-4-273-3775)| Al Barsha 1 (+971-4-880-5558)
APNA PAKISTAN SUPERMARKET
From succulent mangos to delicious plums, apricots, jams, sauces and more, Apna Pakistan Supermarket in Dubai has it all. Apart from tinned favourites like haleem, customers can also find quality clay pots and wooden crockery here.
This is one store where you can find products from famous Pakistani brands like Mitchells, National Foods, Shan, Habib, Shezan and more.
- Opening hours: 08:00 am to 12:00 am
- Location: Near Bombay Choppati, Al Karama
- Contact: +971-50-514-2786
PAKISTANI MOON SUPERMARKET
If you want to buy Pakistani grocery in Al Nahda Dubai, this supermarket can be a good option. You can find top Pakistan imported brands at reasonable rates. Moreover, you can find some real niche items which would make you feel at home.
- Opening hours: 07:00 am to 12:00 am
- Location: Al Nahda 1
- Contact: +971-4-252-7783
FAKHRE PAKISTANI SUPERMARKET
From imported fruits and vegetables to masala brands, you can find it all at the Fakhre Pakistani Supermarket. For instance, this is one of the few places in Dubai where you can find “Multani mitti.”
- Opening hours: 08:00 am to 12:30 am
- Location: Mohammad Jassim Building 04, Al Nahda 2 Dubai
- Contact: +971-56-680-3596
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
CAN I BUY PAKISTANI BRANDED CLOTHES IN DUBAI?
Check out our list of the top Pakistani clothes in Dubai to find traditional clothing.
WHAT ARE SOME OF THE TOP PAKISTANI BRANDS AVAILABLE AT PAKISTANI STORES IN DUBAI?
Brands available at most Pakistani supermarkets include different National and Shan spice mixes, Michell’s jams, Laziza Kheer Mix, Mazedar Haleem, Rooh Afza and a range of biscuits and other snacks.
That concludes our review of the Pakistani supermarkets in Dubai. Many other supermarkets for expats in Dubai stock products from South Asia and other countries. Expats can also check out the online delivery apps in Dubai to order groceries at home as per their convenience.
