Survivability Rankings for Russian Restaurant in Baltimore

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Baltimore to open a Russian Restaurant, from Canton (80% survival) to Old Town (7...

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By Bobby Koons | Last reviewed: August 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Canton — 80% average survivability for Russian Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 23 of 23 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 78% for Russian Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Old Town at 75%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~6.7% more expected revenue in Canton
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Canton leads Baltimore's 2026 survivability rankings for Russian Restaurant operators with 80% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 81% and the most challenging locations in Canton at 79%. The worst neighborhoods include Old Town with 75% average chance. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Baltimore to Open a Russian Restaurant?

Canton ranks #1 of 23 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Baltimore for Russian Restaurant survivability, with a 80% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodBest LocationsAverage LocationsChallenging Locations
1Canton80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 81.0%79.0% – 80.0%
2Eastwood84.0% – 84.0%79.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 76.0%
3Beechfield83.0% – 84.0%79.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 77.0%
4Oaklee83.0% – 84.0%79.0% – 80.0%76.0% – 78.0%
5Kresson81.0% – 83.0%79.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 77.0%
6Towson84.0% – 84.0%79.0% – 80.0%73.0% – 75.0%
7Greektown83.0% – 84.0%78.0% – 80.0%74.0% – 76.0%
8Woodring80.0% – 81.0%78.0% – 80.0%77.0% – 79.0%
9Medford79.0% – 81.0%78.0% – 79.0%75.0% – 77.0%
10Cedonia84.0% – 84.0%77.0% – 79.0%73.0% – 75.0%

Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.

Survivability ranges reflect best and worst storefront conditions within each neighborhood. See our full methodology →

Try StreetSpring to see if this location is still the best and see if there are locations to rent in this area right now.


Where in or Around Baltimore Would a Russian Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Canton, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~6.7% more than the average location in or around Baltimore.

On the other hand, in Old Town, the worst possible location could result in making ~7.5% less than the average location in the city.

No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Russian Restaurant in Baltimore requires careful location choice. Across 23 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Russian Restaurant is 78% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Different business types will have different forecasted spend than others, and all of those would have different projections for each location.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Russian Restaurant in or Around Baltimore?

When selecting a location for a Russian Restaurant in or around Baltimore, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Of all the variables StreetSpring analyzes, Revenue Capture Score has the strongest predictive power. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. Our models are built using machine learning trained on millions of commercial real estate data points. Our data shows that businesses in moderately competitive clusters survive longer than isolated storefronts on average. StreetSpring leverages exclusive data sources and custom models for these projections.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.


Where in or Around Baltimore Should I Start a Russian Restaurant?

According to StreetSpring's data, optimal neighborhoods include Canton, Eastwood, and Beechfield, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Old Town, Downtown, and Glen Burnie. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Baltimore to Open a Russian Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Russian Restaurant in Baltimore is Canton with 80% average survivability, followed by Eastwood and Beechfield. 23 of 23 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.


Can a Russian Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Baltimore?

Yes — neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. Location-level factors like visibility and adjacent tenants can override neighborhood-level trends. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Russian Restaurant Rankings in Baltimore Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Baltimore.


Is a Russian Restaurant a Good Tenant for Baltimore Landlords?

In Canton, StreetSpring forecasts a 80.0% – 81.0% average chance for a new Russian Restaurant to survive more than 2 years, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Russian Restaurant in Baltimore

Should you rent your storefront to a Russian Restaurant? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Canton offers the strongest outlook at 80.0% – 81.0% average survivability, followed by Eastwood at 79.0% – 81.0%, and Beechfield at 79.0% – 81.0%. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

StreetSpring generates location-specific predictions tailored to your exact site.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Baltimore for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Baltimore to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Baltimore.

**Authoritative anchor:** BLS data (BLS Business Employment Dynamics, March 2025 release) puts the national 5-year establishment survival rate for the Accommodation, Food Services sector, which includes Russian Restaurants, at **50.0%**. In Baltimore, StreetSpring gives this subtype an average **81% chance of lasting two or more years** — a site-quality measure built from 100+ location factors.

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StreetSpring survivability data — city_choropleth view of Baltimore.
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StreetSpring survivability data — stat_card view of Baltimore.

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Baltimore are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

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StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.