About the South Side of Pittsburgh
South Side is a neighborhood like no other. Home to the nations’s longest Victorian-era business district, South Side offers visitors and residents an all-inclusive experience. Whether shopping in our eclectic shops, dining in one of the many restaurants throughout the district, or taking in the sights, you can’t help but feel welcomed by the spirit that is — SOUTH SIDE!!!
South Side is a neighborhood consisting of two distinct areas: the Flats and the Slopes. The Flats is the area between Josephine Street and the Monongahela River while the Slopes is the hillside that extends South of Josephine Street to the South Hills of Pittsburgh. South Side is a great place to visit before and after dark. More than 350 shops, restaurants, and entertainment destinations can be found along East Carson Street. From national music acts to local favorites, you are sure to find a sound to suit any taste.
South Side offers a global variety for food lovers. Thai, Spanish, Mediterranean, Italian, Japenese, Lebanese, and good old-fashioned American cuisine can be found here.
Those who hope to do more shopping than eating may choose from the wide selection of boutiques, thrift stores, and specialty shops. From designer denim to customer creations, you can find just about any style to fit your budget. Is body art what you’re looking for? South Side is home to more than nine different tattoo and piercing studios.
South Side welcomes all new students to the Pittsburgh area and hopes that you will find this community to be a great place to live, work and play!