Survivability Rankings for South American Restaurant in Dallas

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Dallas to open a South American Restaurant, from Cottonwood (81% survival) to Pas...

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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: Cottonwood — 81% average survivability for South American Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 30 of 30 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 79% for South American Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Paschal at 77%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~4.3% more expected revenue in Cottonwood
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Opening a South American Restaurant in Dallas? Our 2026 analysis identifies Cottonwood as the top location with 81% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 83% and the most challenging locations in Cottonwood at 78%. The worst neighborhoods include Paschal with 77% 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 Dallas to Open a South American Restaurant?

Cottonwood ranks #1 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Dallas for South American Restaurant survivability, with a 81% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodBest LocationsAverage LocationsChallenging Locations
1Cottonwood81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%77.0% – 79.0%
2Woodhaven81.0% – 83.0%80.0% – 82.0%76.0% – 78.0%
3Monticello80.0% – 81.0%80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%
4Linwood80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 82.0%
5Park Hill80.0% – 81.0%80.0% – 81.0%80.0% – 82.0%
6Old Towne80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 81.0%77.0% – 79.0%
7Near East80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 81.0%77.0% – 79.0%
8Oakhurst80.0% – 82.0%80.0% – 81.0%77.0% – 79.0%
9Downtown80.0% – 82.0%79.0% – 81.0%77.0% – 79.0%
10Butler81.0% – 83.0%79.0% – 81.0%78.0% – 80.0%

These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.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 South American Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Cottonwood, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~4.3% more than the average location in or around Dallas.

On the other hand, in Paschal, the worst possible location could result in making ~5.4% less than the average location in the city.

Your choice of location outweighs almost every other business decision combined. Opening a South American Restaurant in Dallas requires careful location choice. Across 30 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new South American Restaurant is 79% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.


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

When selecting a location for a South American Restaurant in or around Dallas, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Our models show that Revenue Capture Score explains more outcome variance than any other individual metric. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. Our data shows that businesses in moderately competitive clusters survive longer than isolated storefronts on average. The prediction engine behind these rankings is entirely proprietary — developed in-house over years of research.

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 South American Restaurant?

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Cottonwood, Woodhaven, and Monticello, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Paschal, North Side, and Como. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. 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 South American Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a South American Restaurant in Dallas is Cottonwood with 81% average survivability, followed by Woodhaven and Monticello. 30 of 30 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.


Can a South American 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 South American 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 South American Restaurant a Good Tenant for Dallas Landlords?

In Cottonwood, StreetSpring forecasts a 80.0% – 82.0% average chance for a new South American 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 South American Restaurant in Dallas

For landlords evaluating tenant applications, StreetSpring's data provides a clear comparison across the top neighborhoods. In Cottonwood, a South American Restaurant has a 80.0% – 82.0% average chance of surviving more than 2 years. In Woodhaven, the range shifts to 80.0% – 82.0%, and in Monticello, it is 80.0% – 82.0%. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.

StreetSpring provides address-specific survivability predictions for over 700 business types.

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.

**How we benchmark:** BLS Business Employment Dynamics, March 2025 release reports **50.0% 5-year survival** for the Accommodation, Food Services sector, which includes South American Restaurants. StreetSpring's Dallas model — which incorporates competitive density, traffic patterns, and rent dynamics — gives South American Restaurants an average **81% chance of lasting two or more years** across the city.

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.