The best local shops in Pittsburgh

9 local shops we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Steel City

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Steel City turns Pittsburgh pride into actually wearable stuff, from vintage-y graphic tees and cozy sweatshirts to hats and built-to-last…

1655 Smallman St · ✓ checked Jul 29

Steel City turns Pittsburgh pride into actually wearable stuff, from vintage-y graphic tees and cozy sweatshirts to hats and built-to-last basics that handle errand runs and surprise rain. If your closet needs more black and gold energy without looking like game day every day, this is your move.

From the Pittsburgh newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Market featuring local and international produce and meats, plus a bakery, deli, and wine shop.

100 Settlers Ridge Center Dr

Market featuring local and international produce and meats, plus a bakery, deli, and wine shop.

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Grocery outlet offering bulk items, frozen foods, and restaurant-quality provisions.

1 Urbano Wy

Grocery outlet offering bulk items, frozen foods, and restaurant-quality provisions.

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Grocery store chain noted for its fresh produce and wide range of artisanal products.

Waterworks Plaza, 910 Freeport Rd

Grocery store chain noted for its fresh produce and wide range of artisanal products.

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Whimsically vintage shop stocked with quirky goods, local artisans, and books alongside a distillery, event space and speakeasy bar.

753 E Warrington Ave

Whimsically vintage shop stocked with quirky goods, local artisans, and books alongside a distillery, event space and speakeasy bar.

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Cute shop featuring locally made items and pieces of art, plus a selection of gifts and souvenirs.

301 Shiloh St · ✓ checked Aug 6

Cute shop featuring locally made items and pieces of art, plus a selection of gifts and souvenirs.

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Long-standing shop providing Italian groceries, including cheese & pasta, plus a deli counter.

2010-2012 Penn Ave

Long-standing shop providing Italian groceries, including cheese & pasta, plus a deli counter.

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Pittsburgh-focused shop featuring Pittsburgh-area artists’ work in the form of magnets, T-shirts, candy and more.

805 Liberty Ave

Pittsburgh-focused shop featuring Pittsburgh-area artists’ work in the form of magnets, T-shirts, candy and more.

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Kiya Tomlin

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Handmade women's clothing designed by Kiya Tomlin, wife of Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin.

388 Butler St

Handmade women's clothing designed by Kiya Tomlin, wife of Steelers Coach Mike Tomlin.

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