Whether you're really into Lego just a casual fan of the bricks like me, the new Bricks & Minifigs…read moreNorth Pittsburgh in Allison Park is the real deal for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels to buy, sell, and trade LEGO. The large store is well-organized by theme, well-stocked with bulk bricks and sets, and well-staffed by friendly and knowledgeable folks. The store carries bulk LEGO as well as new and used sets and minifigs, with inventory that is constantly being refreshed with current and retired minifigs and sets. The staff here actually knows their stuff and they're happy to help whether you're looking for a specific retired set or just want to dig through the LEGO bulk bins. They're personable, straightforward, and passionate about LEGO. I've been to plenty of hobby shops that suffer from the curse of knowledge -- trying to overcomplicate things or giving you an attitude in a misguided attempt to demonstrate that they know more than their customers, but the vibe from the staff in this location was helpful and low-pressure. Pricing is very fair for what you're getting, especially for the rarer minifigs and sets. Definitely worth a trip if you're in the area! PRO TIP: Bricks & Minifigs North Pittsburgh also has a party / meeting room available to be reserved for private events with whether you're planning a LEGO-themed birthday party, bridal shower, fantasy sports draft, or corporate event. Contact the store staff to book the space.

New store in Bloomfield, Pittsburgh's Little Italy! Cute and…read morequaint holiday shop with arts and craft style decor. Seasonal and holiday decor items at reasonable prices. Seems like they have a little something for everyone. Friendly service.

MINISO is an international, Chinese retail chain. It has collaborations with intellectual…read moreproperties such as Barbie, Harry Potter, Hello Kitty, My Little Pony, Minecraft, and Peanuts. I appreciate seeing some decades-old brands here! This particular MINISO is located in the Mall at Robinson. During my recent visit, I saw products such as cosmetics, stuffed animals, sunglasses, snack foods and beverages, tote bags, and much more--things for children and adults. The quality seemed to be good. The regular prices ranged from low, such as $10 for sunglasses, to moderately high, such as $27 for an eyeshadow palette, but a clearance section was in the back. I recommend that the employees greet customers more.

Diaper Depot is an awesome store with amazing owners! I've never visited their brick and mortar…read morestore (GOALS) but their online shop carries great products for babies, children, mom, and the home and their customer service is above and beyond! I've been shopping with them for two years and the customer service and incredible online community they've created on Facebook (Diaper Depot Dish) have made me a customer for life. I 1,000,000,000% recommend you check them out!!

Received over $200 value damaged product bought online from this business. Owner told me to file a…read moreclaim with UPS because her hands are "tied" even though as the shipper it's her claim as she will eventually receive the refund. She refused to take the damaged item back and insisted that I file the claim. I then filed a claim as the recipient to which UPS told me to contact shipper to proceed with the claim. UPS also confirmed that shipper will receive any refund. Owner ignored all emails and communications from me and never responded including any request to cooperate with the UPS claim. It's possible she's intentionally uncooperative. Very dishonest and does not run her business in good faith.

The independent bookstore that has a helpful and friendly staff is becoming the exception, but I…read morelove this place and their staff. I was able to shop without being followed, I got what I wanted and they were able to help when needed. Also - some fantastic new works were on display. I did not leave empty handed.

I enjoy this place. They have a typewriter and they stand for a good cause. The staff I've…read moreexperienced is cool depending on who's there. It was quiet when I first began going. Some employees play music which I found distracting. Another employee seemed to have monitored me during my entire visit; maybe she thought I was going to steal a $4.99 book. Idk The place is not as clean as it could be, such as the bathroom, and some of the chairs need to be wiped off or completely replaced as they are stained and have an odor. I would not get any beverages from here unless it's sealed. The hours fluctuate often. I have made one too many trips during the weekday, weekend, daytime or afternoon to find the door locked. And I'm not aware that there's communication given ahead of time about their fluctuating hours for the given day. If you need to get your fix from a book, just buy it because there's no guarantee you can read it the next time you plan to.

The Spice & Tea Exchange is a chain store has locations across the U.S. I visited this particular…read morestore inside Ross Park Mall. As I walked around the store to browse the merchandise, an employee greeted me. I saw many types of peppers, spices, herbs, teas, sugars, honeys, and more. I thought that the prices were moderate to high. I selected a carne-asada blend, a banana-nut muffin herbal tea, and a tea infuser for $33 plus tax. At the checkout, one customer was ahead of me in line, and I waited several minutes for my turn. A tea bar was there for freshly made teas. The cashier rang up my purchase and told me to have a great weekend. At home, I used the tea and infuser, and I liked them. Soon I will try the spices.

Service is fantastic here - Everyone working is more than willing to help you pick out a spice or…read moretea, explain ingredients, etc. There are many spices and teas throughout the store to smell. You can also get single cups of tea brewed if you'd like to try one. Major downside is the price.. Way too expensive to be reasonable for regular purchase, but if you're feeling like you want something a little extra it's great.

Full Moon is an adorable cozy store in Carnegie. Owner Tyler and his wife have a Facebook page, but…read moreif you are searching for hand made soy melts, candles, room spray, or candle snuffers.. you should stop by. Parking is available and I purchased some cute stuff for Mother's Day. Tyler also said that they usually sell out at the Carnegie crawl and farmers markets!

PGH Dumplingz has recently opened in Federal Galley in the northside. The menu consists of a…read morevariety of dumpling options, rice bowls, wontons, and chicken wings, among some sides. I recently went and had the lemon pepper shrimp dumplings, the coconut curry dumplings, and their shishito peppers. All of the dumplings and made and folded by hand which is cool! The food was delicious with so many great flavors. The lemon pepper dumplings came with a side of spicy mayo and I could drink that by the bottle. lol overall, I had a great experience and I'm happy to have a new food stall in federal galley!

4.5 stars overall. PGH Dumplingz, LLC is a small business that opened in 2020 and sells handmade…read morehot and frozen dumplings. Current flavors include pork and onion, pork and cabbage, chicken shishito, coconut chicken, shrimp, mushroom and tofu, mushroom and black bean, etcetera. The dumplings are available for pickup at the business, and they are also sold through farmers markets and Pittsburgh-area pop-up shops. The prices are reasonable. I have bought the chicken shishito dumplings, pork and cabbage dumplings, shrimp dumplings, cheese wontons, and dipping sauce. All of these foods were fresh and tasted good, but my favorites were definitely the chicken shishito dumplings and the dipping sauce. My husband commented that he likes the chicken shishito dumplings better than many other businesses' dumplings.