Stitch up your laces and put on your shopping shoes because Pittsburgh is not just about culture, history, and good food. It’s also about burning a hole in your pocket. The Southside strip, Carson St, bars, music venues, and great food line iconic 412 roads to its heart content, Southside also has some cool stuff you can buy before you grab a drink or see a show. Be sure to check out these shops in Southside to get the best deal on the best stuff.
? Threads on Carson
The only threads you should get for shops in Southside are Threads on Carson because this Pittsburgh boutique has the right style for all. With fabulous designers like Babylon, Pleasures, and Saucony,Thread`s has got a chic and nuance style that fits your streetwear wardrobe to the fashionable best it can be. If cool bars and great music clubs fit into Carson Street, imagine Thread`s as the clothing counterpart to Southside.
Hours & Location
Monday-Thursday | 12:00PM–8:00PM
Friday-Saturday | 12:00PM–9:00PM
Sunday | 12:00PM–6:00PM
? 1511 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
? Highway Robbery Vintage
For over ten years in Southside, these men and women have made it to make vintage clothing work with any modern-day apparel. Highway Robbery is a vintage clothing store that specializes in fissionability and affordability. The one shop in Southside where you can pick up cool vintage band tees that will pop with any outfit. If you want to rock out your wardrobe and make a statement, then stop at Highway Robbery.
Hours & Location
Monday-Saturday | 12:00PM–8:00PM
Sunday | 12:00PM–5:00PM
? 2012 E. Carson St. Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15203
? Three Rivers Vintage
Three Rivers Vintage is anyone’s must-stop for retro clothes and vintage designer wear. Where the past meets the present in all its wild colors, designs, and patterns. Three Rivers has the decades from the 1920s up to the groovy 70s style, whether bell-bottoms or a flapper dress, men and women alike can find what old gold to turn their style up a notch. A clothing shop in Southside that, no matter what decade, never goes out of style.
Hours & Location
Tuesday-Saturday | 12:00PM–7:00PM
Sunday | 12:00PM–5:00PM
? 1716 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
? Southside Works
Shopping malls have nothing on Southside Works, where boutiques and popular designers and retailers have come to give you everything you want. You can go to American Eagle and buy a cute new top, then immediately after chow down on some German pretzels with a beer at the Hofbrauhaus House. A commons with stores lined for all your needs plus hosting in-house and local artist events. Art galleries and specially curated events at Southside Works to make your shopping experience next level.
Hours & Location
Monday-Sunday | 10:00AM–11:00PM
? 424 S 27th St #300 Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Fudge Farm is the only shop in Southside where you can pick up a bite to eat and stock up to fill your face with delicious fudge. Southside`s confectionary king, with top flavors and delicious fudge, handmade milkshakes, and homemade pub food to hood you over. Carson does have its retail stores, but shopping downtown would not be complete without trying Southside`s famous fudge, where sweet is their staple and satisfactory stomachs are their game.
Hours & Location
Sunday-Wednesday | 12:00PM–12:00AM
Thursday-Saturday | 12:00PM–3:00AM
? 1503 E Carson St, Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Dave’s Music Mine- Family owned and bravely independent, high-quality vinyl and compact disk shop
Rainbow Shops– Apparel chain offering fashionable clothes for all makes and models of women
Cuckoos Nest Magic Shop– Your one stop shop for all things magic, gags, and pranks in Pittsburgh
Figleaf Boutique– Designer women’s clothing store offering hot unique takes on fabrics and styles
Slacker– Discounted clothing, stickers, and accessories with a punk rock aesthetic
Don’t act like you’re not excited to break the bank when you strut your stuff down Carson St. Make your next shopping extravaganza that much cooler at these excellent shops in Southside. Don’t forget, if you have any questions, please send us a message on Facebook or Instagram and make sure to download the UNATION app for more fun things to do in Pittsburgh!
Britta is a City Manager for UNATION and author of the Stuff to Do City Guide. For more insight on the best events and things to do near you, subscribe to our email, and follow us on social!

