Spending time in Macalester-Groveland? Get to know this Saint Paul neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bookstore to a Nepalese restaurant.

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

1. Next Chapter

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Topping the list is bookstore Next Chapter. Located at 38 S. Snelling Ave., it's the highest rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 47 reviews on Yelp.

Next Chapter, formerly known as Common Good Books, is an independent bookstore in the Mac-Groveland neighborhood. Owner Nicholas Ballas told the Pioneer Press, "The store has a very well-curated selection, and I’ve always been impressed by the staff who are super passionate about books."

2. Shish Mediterranean Grill & Café

Middle Eastern, breakfast and brunch and Mediterranean spot Shish Mediterranean Grill & Café is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 1668 Grand Ave., four stars out of 348 reviews.

The restaurant specializes in Middle Eastern cuisine. The menu offers a selection of kebabs, burgers, salads, curry and more. Look for the marinated chicken served in pita bread or the falafel with tomatoes and cucumbers.

3. Everest on Grand

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Everest on Grand, a Himalayan/Nepalese and Indian spot, is another neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 302 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1278 Grand Ave. to see for yourself.

The restaurant serves food inspired by the Himalayan communities of Nepal, North India, Bhutan and Tibet. On the menu, look for the roasted lamb, garlic naan, veggie samosa and more.

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