Survivability Rankings for Portuguese Restaurant in Dallas

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Dallas to open a Portuguese Restaurant, from Woodhaven (79% survival) to M Street...

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By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: September 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

  • Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
  • #1 Neighborhood: Woodhaven — 79% average survivability for Portuguese Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 12 of 12 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 77% for Portuguese Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: M Streets at 77%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~3.6% more expected revenue in Woodhaven
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Dallas, Woodhaven ranks #1 for opening a Portuguese Restaurant with 79% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 80% and the most challenging locations in Woodhaven at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include M Streets with 77% average chance. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Dallas to Open a Portuguese Restaurant?

Woodhaven ranks #1 of 12 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Dallas for Portuguese Restaurant survivability, with a 79% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Woodhaven77.0% – 81.0%79.0% – 80.0%77.0% – 79.0%
2Cottonwood77.0% – 81.0%80.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 77.0%
3Near East77.0% – 80.0%79.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 77.0%
4Downtown77.0% – 80.0%79.0% – 80.0%76.0% – 78.0%
5Oak Cliff76.0% – 80.0%79.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 77.0%
6Bluffview76.0% – 79.0%78.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 77.0%
7East76.0% – 79.0%79.0% – 81.0%74.0% – 76.0%
8Oak Lawn76.0% – 79.0%77.0% – 79.0%74.0% – 76.0%
9Mcarthur75.0% – 79.0%77.0% – 79.0%75.0% – 77.0%
10Central75.0% – 79.0%78.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 76.0%

Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

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 Dallas Would a Portuguese Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Woodhaven, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~3.6% more than the average location in or around Dallas.

On the other hand, in M Streets, the worst possible location could result in making ~2.6% less than the average location in the city.

The difference between success and failure often comes down to where you sign the lease. Opening a Portuguese Restaurant in Dallas requires careful location choice. Across 12 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Portuguese Restaurant is 77% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. The interplay between location characteristics and business type produces unique survivability scores for every combination.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Portuguese Restaurant in or Around Dallas?

When selecting a location for a Portuguese Restaurant in or around Dallas, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score is the single best indicator of whether a business will thrive at a location. 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 platform incorporates data from thousands of neighborhoods nationwide. Clustering works when it draws more customers to the area than any single business could alone. StreetSpring's predictions leverage proprietary datasets covering competition, spending, and mobility. 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 Dallas Should I Start a Portuguese Restaurant?

Based on our analysis, the leading neighborhoods are Woodhaven, Cottonwood, and Near East, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be M Streets, Wedgwood, and Central. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Dallas to Open a Portuguese Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Portuguese Restaurant in Dallas is Woodhaven with 79% average survivability, followed by Cottonwood and Near East. 12 of 12 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.


Can a Portuguese Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Dallas?

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 Portuguese Restaurant Rankings in Dallas 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 Dallas.


Is a Portuguese Restaurant a Good Tenant for Dallas Landlords?

In Woodhaven, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% – 81.0% average chance for a new Portuguese 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 Portuguese Restaurant in Dallas

Should you rent your storefront to a Portuguese Restaurant? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Woodhaven offers the strongest outlook at 77.0% – 81.0% average survivability, followed by Cottonwood at 77.0% – 81.0%, and Near East at 77.0% – 80.0%. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

With StreetSpring, you can see the precise probability of success for countless business models at any exact location.

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


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

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


Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Dallas 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.