Survivability Rankings for Spanish Restaurant in Detroit

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Detroit to open a Spanish Restaurant, from Elmwood Park (78% survival) to Aviatio...

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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: Elmwood Park — 78% average survivability for Spanish Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 13 of 13 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 77% for Spanish Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Aviation Sub at 76%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~3.5% more expected revenue in Elmwood Park
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Of all the neighborhoods in and around Detroit, Elmwood Park ranks #1 for opening a Spanish Restaurant with 78% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 79% and the most challenging locations in Elmwood Park at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include Aviation Sub with 76% 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 Detroit to Open a Spanish Restaurant?

Elmwood Park ranks #1 of 13 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Detroit for Spanish Restaurant survivability, with a 78% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Elmwood Park76.0% – 81.0%78.0% – 79.0%76.0% – 78.0%
2Core City76.0% – 81.0%79.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 77.0%
3Downtown76.0% – 80.0%79.0% – 81.0%75.0% – 77.0%
4Bagley75.0% – 80.0%78.0% – 79.0%75.0% – 77.0%
5Fitzgerald75.0% – 80.0%79.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 77.0%
6Midtown75.0% – 79.0%79.0% – 81.0%74.0% – 75.0%
7Nw Goldberg75.0% – 79.0%78.0% – 79.0%75.0% – 76.0%
8Riverdale75.0% – 79.0%79.0% – 80.0%75.0% – 76.0%
9Morningside75.0% – 79.0%79.0% – 81.0%74.0% – 75.0%
10Warrendale74.0% – 79.0%81.0% – 83.0%73.0% – 75.0%

Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation — your exact block could significantly outperform. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.

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 Detroit Would a Spanish Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Elmwood Park, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~3.5% more than the average location in or around Detroit.

On the other hand, in Aviation Sub, the worst possible location could result in making ~4.5% less than the average location in the city.

No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Spanish Restaurant in Detroit requires careful location choice. Across 13 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Spanish Restaurant is 77% 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 Spanish Restaurant in or Around Detroit?

When selecting a location for a Spanish Restaurant in or around Detroit, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score matters more than any other single metric when predicting business outcomes. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. StreetSpring has analyzed hundreds of thousands of business outcomes across major US metros. Neighborhoods with a mix of similar businesses frequently outperform isolated locations. These results are powered by exclusive algorithms trained on one of the largest commercial real estate datasets in the U.S. 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. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.


Where in or Around Detroit Should I Start a Spanish Restaurant?

Our data ranks the top-performing neighborhoods as Elmwood Park, Core City, and Downtown, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Aviation Sub, Springwells, and Islandview. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Detroit to Open a Spanish Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Spanish Restaurant in Detroit is Elmwood Park with 78% average survivability, followed by Core City and Downtown. 13 of 13 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

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


Can a Spanish Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Detroit?

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


How Often Are Spanish Restaurant Rankings in Detroit 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 Detroit.


Is a Spanish Restaurant a Good Tenant for Detroit Landlords?

In Elmwood Park, StreetSpring forecasts a 76.0% – 81.0% average chance for a new Spanish 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 Spanish Restaurant in Detroit

Landlords in Detroit's top three neighborhoods for Spanish Restaurant can expect the following average survivability for new tenants:

  1. Elmwood Park: 76.0% – 81.0%
  2. Core City: 76.0% – 81.0%
  3. Downtown: 76.0% – 80.0%

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


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

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


Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Detroit 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.