Your guide to the 4 top spots in Saint Petersburg's Crosswinds Colony neighborhood

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Looking to uncover all that Crosswinds Colony has to offer? Get to know this Saint Petersburg neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a sports gear shop to a nail salon.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Crosswinds Colony, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. St. Pete Running Company

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Topping the list is shoe store and sports wear spot St. Pete Running Company. Located at 6986 22nd Ave. North, it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 34 reviews on Yelp.

One Yelper called this shop a game changer for your athletic lifestyle. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned runner, staff uses an app to analyze your stride, and then recommends the best running shoe. It also offers running events, a summer track program, a half marathon training program and more.

2. Salon Pearl

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Next up is hair salon, waxing and eyelash service spot Salon Pearl, situated at 6958 22nd Ave. North With 4.5 stars out of 44 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.

Since 1996, this salon has specialized in haircuts for men, women and children, according to the business's website. It also offers Brazilian blowouts, balayage, highlights, perms and Keratin treatments.

3. Athenian Garden

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Greek spot Athenian Garden is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 6940 22nd Ave. North, four stars out of 126 reviews.

Popular menu items include the Greek salad, chocolate dipped baklava and lamb gyros served with tzatziki and pita bread.

4. Garden Bay Nails & Spa

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Garden Bay Nails & Spa, a nail salon, waxing and eyelash service spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 57 Yelp reviews. Head over to 6754 22nd Ave. North to see for yourself.

Expect to be pampered at this salon, which boasts more than 25 chairs for manicures and pedicures, stylish decor and a wine bar. It offers acrylic nails, gel manicures and even a deluxe manicure that includes a sugar scrub, moisture mask and hot stone massage.

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