Philadelphia
Designed as a boutique homage to the cocktail, this spot is both a home-bar supply store and tasting room. Settle down at its bar for a tasting ($7 or $10…
Must-see shopping in Pennsylvania
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Philadelphia
Temple University professor Marc Lamont Hill is the owner and passionate force behind this ace cafe and bookstore specializing in black writers and…
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Philadelphia
Since 1863 this wonderfully old-school candy shop has been making sweet treats, including buttercreams and slabs, from antique molds. With the shop…
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Philadelphia
Boyd's has been in business since 1938, initially specializing in men's clothing, but branching out into womenswear in 1990 when they moved into the…
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Philadelphia
Reveling in geek culture is this mashup of a comic book store and cafe, the passion project of owner Ariell Johnson. Check its Facebook page for details…
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Philadelphia
Easily missed is this quirky store by designer Alex Stadler, who sells his textile and clothing designs alongside a colorful mishmash of arty gifts,…
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Philadelphia
In its fifth decade, this friendly indie bookstore is not just a store, but a community worth seeking out and supporting. There's a good selection of…
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Pittsburgh
Kawaii means, roughly, 'cute' in Japanese, and Kawaii Gifts is basically an emporium of cuteness with a Japanese twist. You know where we're going with…
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Pittsburgh
Way beyond just macaroni, this warehouse has bulk products ranging from olive oil by the barrel and dried beans to spices and cheeses by the round. The…
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Pittsburgh
True to its name, this enormous Southside emporium of used books and music is the largest independent bookstore in Pittsburgh. The selection is curated,…
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Pennsylvania
What better way to remember your visit than with a bottle of hand-crafted spirits that will last a lifetime – well, at least a week or two. Selections…
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Philadelphia
If you're after some gourmet food items, this impressive grocery/deli is almost sure to have it. It stocks a mouthwatering variety of prepared items, plus…
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Philadelphia
A Saturday morning shopping ritual for the well-heeled folks who live around Rittenhouse Sq is to stop by this year-round farmers market. Along the north…
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Philadelphia
Vintage apparel gets a stylish makeover at this appealing boutique full of t-shirts, jeans, sweaters and accessories. Toward the back there's a separate…
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Philadelphia
Somewhat confusingly, the 3rd Street Gallery is actually located on 2nd St, but that's artists for you – never predictable. They're obviously doing…
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Philadelphia
Looking like an antique version of the United Nations, Humphry's (which was established in 1864) makes flags and banners in all shapes and sizes. If they…
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Philadelphia
At the flagship store of this environmentally conscious fashion brand you can peruse its range of clothing and outdoor goods made from recycled polyester,…
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Philadelphia
One of Philly's best vintage and junk stores offers up a keenly edited and photogenic selection of homewares and decorative retro items, including posters…
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Pittsburgh
Some people think a Steelers jersey is a great Pittsburgh souvenir. News flash: the best gift you can buy here is a rodent skull attached to supernatural…
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Philadelphia
If you like your fashion to come with a political message then this new brand brings it on strong with a range of unisex clothing, stationery and home…
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Philadelphia
Billing itself as an 'oddities parlor' this Gothic-style emporium specializing in taxidermy and novelty gifts, as well as antiques, lives up to its name…
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Philadelphia
The name says it all. Stocking a wide variety of affordable items by some 50 local artists and craftspeople, Phi Ind is a go-to destination for original…
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Pittsburgh
We'll be honest: the interior of this store feels a little like a mess. But it's a lovable mess, the sort of cluttered record shop you've probably dreamed…
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Philadelphia
Founded in 1895 when Cassel Goorin hit the streets of Pittsburgh to sell his hats from a horse-drawn cart, there's still an old-world feel to the…
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Philadelphia
Environmentally-conscious United By Blue makes clothing and outdoor goods from recycled polyester, organic cotton and wool. For every product sold they…
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Philadelphia
In 2016 this small business making stylish linen and leather goods shifted base from Boston to Philly and hasn't looked back. As well as its own…
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Philadelphia
Exhibitions change every six weeks or so at this long-running gallery specializing in contemporary painting and sculpture by both local and international…
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Pittsburgh
The oldest used bookstore in Pittsburgh is a pleasant pile of manuscripts, comfy chairs, jazz music and the musty smell of many words crammed together…
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Philadelphia
Manayunk is fortunate to have such a cute and proactive indie bookstore. Various book launches are held here.
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Philadelphia
Get your inner Japanophile on with this shop that embraces the concept of zakka – stocking all things that might make life a little better. Fashion items,…
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Philadelphia
This chic womens-wear boutique offers a role call of designers from Comme des Garçon to Rick Owens. Credit card be damned, put yourself in the hands of…
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Philadelphia
What to do when you're not happy with the messenger bags available? Design your own was the solution of R E Load's founders Ronnie and Ellie. Check out…
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Pittsburgh
If having some of those delectable pierogi at restaurants has you wanting more, you can buy bags of them here, along with just about any Polish ingredient…
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Philadelphia
Designers and makers Michael and David Stampler named their high-quality selvedge denim jeans after their grandfather. These cult fashion threads are not…
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Philadelphia
There's quite an eclectic mix of gifts on sale at this cute little boutique, including organic bath and body products along with a mix of vintage…
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Philadelphia
Amid all the fancy boutiques and stores of Center City is this upscale thrift store. Bring your hand-me-downs and as long as they're in good condition you…
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Philadelphia
Typical of the independent retailers found along Manayunk's Main St, this boutique stocks home decor, babywear, stationery, and bath and body products,…
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Philadelphia
Lovers of knickknacks and cute gifts will be in heaven at this showcase for US-based creatives. Art Star stocks a wide range of arts, crafts, stationery…
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Philadelphia
Books, new and secondhand, covering topics from addiction to zoology, are piled high and wide across the two floors of this bookshop in a Victorian…
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Philadelphia
The historic Headhouse Shambles, an 18th-century open market hall, comes alive on Sundays with this farmers' market. During the growing season there can…
