Pittsburgh Pretzel Shop Serves Meals Under Five Dollars

Customers at 2316 E. Carson St. in Southside pay less than five dollars for most meals at The Pretzel Shop. The establishment offers breakfast and deli sandwiches on fresh pretzels, along with sandwich rolls and daily specials. Single pretzels with dipping sauces cost 80 cents.

The shop bakes its inventory daily in the building's original brick oven, which dates to 1872. This method supports a menu of solid filling food rather than just single baked goods. A housemade chicken salad on a pretzel, accompanied by a peanut butter cookie and Schneider’s Peach Iced Tea, represents a typical order for many patrons.

The business operates on a cash-only model, with an ATM available on site for those who need cash. Orders are placed at the counter for takeout, and a short line usually moves quickly. A few tables are available outside on the sidewalk during warmer months.

Hours vary by day of the week. The shop opens at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 4 p.m. from Tuesday to Friday. It opens at 8 a.m. on Saturdays and remains closed on Sundays and Mondays. The location serves the local community with a focus on low-cost, high-value food options.