Survivability Rankings for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Denver

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Denver to open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant, from Platt Park (84% survival) to T...

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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: Platt Park: 84% average survivability for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 84 of 186 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 72% for Japanese / Sushi Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Trails at First Creek at 51%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~39.4% more expected revenue in Platt Park
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Denver, Platt Park ranks #1 for opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant with 84% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Platt Park at 80%. The worst neighborhoods include Trails at First Creek with 51% average chance. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Denver to Open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

Platt Park ranks #1 of 186 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Denver for Japanese / Sushi Restaurant survivability, with a 84% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAt a good addressAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Platt Park84.0%81.0% to 84.0%83.0% to 84.0%79.0% to 81.0%
2City Park West84.0%81.0% to 84.0%83.0% to 84.0%80.0% to 82.0%
3Heritage Eagle Bend84.0%81.0% to 84.0%83.0% to 84.0%77.0% to 79.0%
4Jefferson Park84.0%80.0% to 84.0%83.0% to 84.0%74.0% to 76.0%
5Highland84.0%79.0% to 84.0%83.0% to 84.0%70.0% to 71.0%
6Rosedale84.0%78.0% to 83.0%83.0% to 84.0%66.0% to 68.0%
7Overland84.0%78.0% to 82.0%83.0% to 84.0%49.0% to 51.0%
8Cole84.0%77.0% to 82.0%83.0% to 84.0%66.0% to 67.0%
9Cheesman Park84.0%77.0% to 81.0%83.0% to 84.0%64.0% to 66.0%
10Berkeley84.0%76.0% to 81.0%83.0% to 84.0%65.0% to 67.0%

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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 Denver Would a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Platt Park, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~39.4% more than the average location in or around Denver.

On the other hand, in Trails at First Creek, the worst possible location could result in making ~70.9% less than the average location in the city.

Nothing influences a business's future more than its location. Opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Denver requires careful location choice. Across 186 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Japanese / Sushi Restaurant is 72% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in or Around Denver?

When selecting a location for a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in or around Denver, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Among all factors in our model, Revenue Capture Score carries the most weight in determining long-term survivability. 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 draw from one of the most comprehensive commercial real estate datasets ever assembled. Some competition is beneficial to attract customers with similar intents to the same area. Every score is produced by our in-house models, trained on 570,000+ real business outcomes. 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 Denver Should I Start a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

Our data ranks the top-performing neighborhoods as Platt Park, City Park West, and Heritage Eagle Bend, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Trails at First Creek, Highland Park East, and Sand Creek Ranch. However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Denver to Open a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Denver is Platt Park with 84% average survivability, followed by City Park West and Heritage Eagle Bend. 84 of 186 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.


Can a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Denver?

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 Japanese / Sushi Restaurant Rankings in Denver 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 Denver.


Is a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant a Good Tenant for Denver Landlords?

In Platt Park, StreetSpring forecasts a 81.0% to 84.0% average chance for a new Japanese / Sushi 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 Japanese / Sushi Restaurant in Denver

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Platt Park, a Japanese / Sushi Restaurant tenant averages 81.0% to 84.0% chance of lasting more than 2 years: the strongest outlook in Denver. City Park West follows at 81.0% to 84.0%, while Heritage Eagle Bend shows 81.0% to 84.0%. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring can give you the precise likelihood that hundreds of different businesses will last at an exact address.

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


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

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


Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Denver 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.