Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about visiting, shopping, and dining at Cranberry Commons in Cranberry Township, PA. Can’t find your answer? Visit our Contact page or check the Business Directory for individual store information.
🏪 Visiting the Center
Q: What are the hours at Cranberry Commons?
A: Individual store hours vary by tenant. Most retailers are open Monday–Saturday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM with Sunday hours varying (typically 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM or 8:00 PM). Fresh Thyme Farmers Market opens daily at 7:00 AM. Starbucks opens at 4:30 AM on weekdays and 5:00 AM on weekends. Wingstop serves until midnight Sunday–Thursday and until 1:00 AM Friday–Saturday. For exact hours for any specific business, see our Complete Business Directory — every listing includes verified hours of operation.
Q: Is parking free at Cranberry Commons?
A: Yes — all parking at Cranberry Commons is completely free. The center offers ample surface parking throughout the property with convenient access from Route 228. There are no parking fees, no time limits, and no parking structures. ADA-accessible spaces are available near all major entrances.
Q: How many stores and services are at Cranberry Commons?
A: Cranberry Commons currently has 23 businesses including retailers, restaurants, a grocery market, wellness studios, beauty services, and specialty shops. Browse our Complete Business Directory for the full list, or explore by category on our Shop by Category page.
Q: Is Cranberry Commons wheelchair accessible?
A: Yes. Cranberry Commons is fully ADA accessible, including designated accessible parking spaces near all major entrances, curb cuts and ramp access throughout the property, accessible entrances at all stores, and level walkways between retail sections.
Q: Are pets allowed at Cranberry Commons?
A: Service animals are always welcome throughout the center. PetSmart actively welcomes well-behaved leashed dogs and cats in carriers. Many other retailers permit leashed pets at the manager’s discretion — it’s worth calling ahead to confirm with specific stores before bringing your pet.
Q: What is the best time to visit to avoid crowds?
A: For the most relaxed shopping experience, weekday mornings (10 AM – 12 PM, Tuesday through Thursday) are consistently the quietest. Avoid weekday lunch hours (12–1:30 PM) near the dining establishments and Saturday afternoons (1–5 PM). The Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is typically busy on Saturday mornings — weekday evenings are a good alternative for grocery shopping.
🍽️ Dining & Food
Q: What food and dining options are at Cranberry Commons?
A: Cranberry Commons has a variety of food and dining options: Crumbl (gourmet cookies & desserts, closed Sundays), Loafers Bread Company (artisan bakery & café, Mon–Sat), Philly Pretzel Factory (hand-twisted fresh pretzels), Starbucks Coffee (opens at 4:30 AM weekdays), and Wingstop (chicken wings, open late). Fresh Thyme Farmers Market also has an excellent prepared foods section for ready-to-eat meals.
Q: Is there a grocery store at Cranberry Commons?
A: Yes — Fresh Thyme Farmers Market is the grocery anchor of Cranberry Commons, offering a full selection of natural, organic, and conventional groceries, fresh produce, premium meats and seafood, bulk foods, prepared foods, vitamins, and personal care products. It is open daily from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
Q: Does Crumbl close on Sundays?
A: Yes — Crumbl is closed on Sundays. It is open Monday through Thursday 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM and Friday through Saturday 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM. Check the Crumbl app each week for the rotating weekly cookie menu before your visit.
Q: How late is Wingstop open?
A: Wingstop at Cranberry Commons is open Sunday through Thursday 11:00 AM – 12:00 AM (midnight) and Friday through Saturday 11:00 AM – 1:00 AM — making it one of the latest-closing food options in the center. Order online or via the Wingstop app for fastest pickup.
🛍️ Shopping & Services
Q: Is there a plus-size women’s clothing store at Cranberry Commons?
A: Yes — Lane Bryant carries fashion-forward clothing and Cacique intimates for women in sizes 10–28. The store offers free personal styling and expert bra fittings. Located at 1717 Route 228.
Q: Does Cranberry Commons have an eye care provider?
A: Yes — Visionworks provides comprehensive eye exams, glasses, and contact lens services at 1713 Route 228. They accept most vision insurance plans and are open Monday through Saturday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Q: Is there a phone repair shop at Cranberry Commons?
A: Yes — uBreakiFix by Asurion repairs smartphones, tablets, computers, and game consoles at 1713 Route 228, Ste B-2. They offer free diagnostics and a 1-year warranty on repairs. Open Mon–Sat 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM.
Q: Are there wellness or fitness services at Cranberry Commons?
A: Cranberry Commons has an exceptional wellness cluster: Hand & Stone Massage & Facial Spa (massage therapy & facials), Restore Hyper Wellness (cryotherapy, IV drip, infrared sauna, red light therapy), StretchLab (assisted stretching), and SkinLab by Dr. LaBrasca (medical spa & aesthetic medicine). This concentration of wellness services is one of the center’s most distinctive features.
Q: Does Cranberry Commons have a specialty toy or hobby shop?
A: Yes — Hobby Express at 1713 Route 228, Ste L1 is a dedicated hobby shop carrying RC vehicles, model kits, trains (all scales), rockets, puzzles, science kits, die-cast, and much more. Open Mon–Sat 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sun 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
📍 Location & Getting Here
Q: Where exactly is Cranberry Commons located?
A: Cranberry Commons is located at Route 228 (Mars-Criders Road) & Kristoffer Drive, Cranberry Township, PA 16066 — just half a mile east of I-79 Exit 78. The center is easily visible from Route 228 with prominent anchor store signage. It sits adjacent to Target and Lowe’s, which share the Route 228 corridor.
Q: How do I get to Cranberry Commons from I-79?
A: Take I-79 to Exit 78 (Route 228 East / Mars-Criders Road). Head east on Route 228. Cranberry Commons will be on your right (south side) within approximately half a mile of the exit, at the intersection of Route 228 and Kristoffer Drive. Look for the Fresh Thyme, PetSmart, and TJ Maxx anchors for visual reference.
Q: Is Cranberry Commons near UPMC Passavant?
A: Yes — UPMC Passavant Cranberry is located on Route 228 approximately one mile west of Cranberry Commons. The proximity makes Cranberry Commons a convenient stop for medical appointments in the area, particularly for the dining and service options at the center.
🌐 About This Website
Q: Is this the official Cranberry Commons website?
A: No. CranberryCommons.info is an independent informational directory and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by, or in any way associated with the shopping center’s ownership or management. This website was created independently to provide helpful information to shoppers and visitors.
Q: How do I report outdated or incorrect information?
A: We work hard to keep our directory accurate, but store hours, phone numbers, and business details do change. If you notice information that appears to be incorrect or outdated, please contact us through our Contact page. We’ll review and correct it as quickly as possible.