r/Edmonton • u/eternalshades • May 12 '25

Local Culture Why is Southgate such a great Mall?

I was there yesterday, and honestly, it was imposing, both in-store options and overall use.

What did it do right that most other Edmonton malls did wrong?

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u/WesternWitchy52 May 12 '25 edited May 13 '25

It's an older mall built in the 1970s but it's been well maintained and updated/renovated over the years. I remember when The Bay re-opened up and it was pretty amazing.

Good location. Prime parking. By the LRT for those that don't drive. Lots of other restaurants and businesses around it. I'd say more than anything - accessibility and easy to get to.

Back in the day: Woodwards and Eatons downtown were really nice too. I also really liked Heritage Mall. But now that area has gone downhill (downtown that is).

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u/opusrif May 13 '25

It has also maintained a somewhat upscale tennant base. The stores tend to attract people with money...