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padredan t1_j1p1wtx wrote

Yes - totally agree on Cambod-Ican! It’s not what I’d call traditional General Tso’s but I find it to be the most interesting, unique version and not overly sweet.

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fireballsdeep t1_j1pr9v3 wrote

I haven't had Cambod-Ican in probably 15 years, but I still remember how good their stuff is. I really want some now, I just can't stand going to the south side for anything.

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PoorGuyCrypto t1_j1pvs5m wrote

Outside of a small window each weekend, the South Side is no different than Lawrenceville or Shadyside.

Stop letting the clientele of a half dozen shitty bars ruin your perception of a neighborhood.

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bingosherlock t1_j1q52ps wrote

honestly the biggest issue with south side right now is all of the construction choking traffic - just getting in and out is a bit of a challenge

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sircaseyjames t1_j1q5bzj wrote

I mean recent shenanigans aside, that's just not true at all. Those 3 neighborhoods are all very different in their own ways. I loved hanging out in Southside when I first turned 21. Now in my late 20s I strongly prefer Lawrenceville. Different vibes.

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PoorGuyCrypto t1_j1qrwzu wrote

I'm in my 40s and rarely out after dark.

During the week though, I'm on Carson daily, and it just feels like a bigger, safer version of Walnut St.

I know this sub in particular is SUPER east end focused, but there are other cool places.

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fireballsdeep t1_j1tv5f6 wrote

In fairness I don't go into the city much at all anymore. Any neighborhood.

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padredan t1_j1qgsoo wrote

Worth a revisit - just avoid the 12-2 slot and you are good! I used to have a shop close by back in the days when they used to stay open crazy late - like original Primanti hours before it become a yuppie t-shirt stand that made sandwiches too. The rare times I do make it over now though it is still great - still the same quirky off-kilterness and the food hasn’t changed a lick.

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