Survivability Rankings for Kosher Restaurant in Chicago

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Chicago neighborhoods to open a Kosher Restaurant, at a good address, from Palmer Square (84.0% survival) to Marynook.

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Palmer Square: 84.0% at a good address, 82.7% at a typical address for Kosher Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 33 of 99 ranked
  • Average across the 99 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 64.9% for Kosher Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Marynook: 53.4% at a good address, 51.3% at a typical address
  • Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Chicago, Palmer Square ranks #1 for opening a Kosher Restaurant, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 82.7% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 77.2%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Marynook, at 53.4% at a good address and 51.3% at a typical address. The highest and lowest scored addresses inside one neighborhood can sit far apart, so the neighborhood figure is a starting point.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Chicago to Open a Kosher Restaurant?

Palmer Square ranks #1 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods in and around Chicago for Kosher Restaurant survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1Palmer SquareChicago84.0%82.7%84.0%77.2%
2Logan SquareChicago83.6%79.4%84.0%59.7%
3Boulevard DistrictChicago83.6%78.1%84.0%62.0%
4Sheffield NeighborsChicago83.1%80.7%83.6%71.8%
5AvondaleChicago83.1%77.4%83.6%55.2%
6Belmont GardensChicago83.1%77.4%83.6%66.0%
7West TownChicago83.1%76.3%83.6%54.3%
8Lake View EastChicago83.1%74.0%84.0%52.0%
9University Village/Little ItalyChicago83.1%72.8%83.6%52.0%
10HermosaChicago83.1%72.6%83.6%49.4%

Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Chicago Would a Kosher Restaurant Make the Most Money?

Where a Kosher Restaurant would make the most money in or around Chicago comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Palmer Square is ranked #1 for Kosher Restaurant survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.7% at a typical address; Marynook is ranked last of the 99, at 53.4% at a good address and 51.3% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

The rankings below show how far apart the neighborhoods of one city sit for the same business type. Opening a Kosher Restaurant in Chicago requires careful location choice. Across the 99 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Kosher Restaurant lasts two or more years is 64.9% at a typical address. Survivability predictions are business-type-specific because consumer behavior differs fundamentally across categories.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Kosher Restaurant in or Around Chicago?

When selecting a location for a Kosher Restaurant in or around Chicago, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: it is StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that address. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. The analysis behind these rankings spans millions of data points across competition, spending, and mobility. Competition density is not inherently negative: it often signals an established customer base. StreetSpring uses its own proprietary forecasting tools to make these predictions. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

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. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.


Where in or Around Chicago Should I Start a Kosher Restaurant?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Palmer Square, Logan Square, and Boulevard District, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Marynook, West Woodlawn, and Scottsdale. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation: your exact block could significantly outperform. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Chicago to Open a Kosher Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Kosher Restaurant in Chicago is Palmer Square, at 84.0% at a good address and 82.7% at a typical address, followed by Logan Square and Boulevard District. 33 of the 99 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

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 Kosher Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Chicago?

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. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Kosher Restaurant Rankings in Chicago 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 Chicago.


Is a Kosher Restaurant a Good Tenant for Chicago Landlords?

In Palmer Square, the projected chance that a new Kosher Restaurant lasts two or more years is 82.7% at a typical address and 84.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Kosher Restaurant in Chicago

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Palmer Square, the top-ranked neighborhood in Chicago, a Kosher Restaurant tenant has a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 82.7% at a typical address. Logan Square follows at 79.4% at a typical address, while Boulevard District shows 78.1% at a typical address. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, housing vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

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


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

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


Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Chicago 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 figures shown here.