South Side

Historic flats with trendy shops, restaurants, and nightlife. Pittsburgh's most walkable neighborhood with vibrant East Carson Street nightlife, riverfront trails, and historic architecture.

12,000
Population
90
Walk Score
$65,000
Median Income
5
Attractions

Top Attractions in South Side

Discover what makes South Side special - from historic landmarks to cultural hotspots.

Shopping

South Side Works

Mixed-use development with shops, restaurants, and entertainment

Library

Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

Historic library branch

Entertainment

Station Square

Shopping and dining complex

Landmark

Birmingham Bridge

Historic bridge connecting to downtown

Park

South Side Park

Community park with recreation facilities

Dining in South Side

From casual bites to fine dining, explore South Side's culinary scene.

Nightlife & Bars

Fat Head's Saloon - Craft beer and pub fare
Hofbräuhaus - German beer hall
Carson Street Deli - Late-night eats
The Library - Sports bar
Mario's South Side Saloon - Local favorite
Jekyll & Hyde - Themed bar
The Smiling Moose - Live music venue

Casual Dining

Primanti Bros. - Iconic sandwiches
Chipotle - Fresh Mexican
Mad Mex - Cal-Mex cuisine
Stack'd Burgers - Build-your-own burgers
Fuel and Fuddle - Burgers and beer
The Porch at Schenley - Casual dining

Shopping in South Side

Discover unique boutiques, specialty shops, and retail destinations.

Boutiques & Specialty

Various vintage clothing stores
Record shops - Vinyl collections
Tattoo parlors - Body art
Head shops - Smoking accessories
Specialty boutiques - Unique finds

Events & Activities in South Side

Join festivals, cultural events, and community gatherings throughout the year.

Nightlife Events

Live music at various venues
Bar crawls and pub tours
Comedy nights - Local comedians
Trivia nights - Weekly competitions
Karaoke nights - Singing fun
DJ nights - Dance parties
Holiday celebrations - Seasonal events
Street festivals - Community gatherings

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Nightlife District

"East Carson Street at night"
"Historic row houses"
"Bar and restaurant scenes"
"Riverfront views"
"Street festivals"
"Live music venues"
"Historic architecture"
"Community events"

Getting Around

Public Transportation

  • Port Authority buses
  • Uber/Lyft

Parking

Street parking and paid lots

Major Highways

I-376East Carson StreetBirmingham Bridge

Lifestyle & Living

Community Profile

35
Median Age
$65,000
Median Income
Bachelor's Degree
Education Level

Real Estate

Median Home Price$280,000
Walk Score90/100
Transit Score75/100
Bike Score80/100

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Transportation & Accessibility

Walk Score: 90/100 - Excellent pedestrian access
Bike Score: 80/100 - Bike-friendly
Transit Score: 75/100 - Port Authority buses, Uber/Lyft

Major Routes & Highways

I-376
East Carson Street
Birmingham Bridge

Multiple transportation options available

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