Survivability Rankings for Spanish Restaurant in Minneapolis
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Minneapolis to open a Spanish Restaurant, from Como (80% survival) to Windom (75%).
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: Como — 80% average survivability for Spanish Restaurant
- Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 26 of 26 analyzed
- City-wide average: 78% for Spanish Restaurants
- Most challenging area: Windom at 75%
- Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~5.3% more expected revenue in Como
- Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- Summary
- 10 Best Neighborhoods
- Where Would a Spanish Restaurant Make the Most Money?
- What Should I Consider?
- Where Should I Start?
- FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
- FAQ: Can a Spanish Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
- FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
- FAQ: Is a Spanish Restaurant a Good Tenant?
- Landlord Survivability Data
- Best Neighborhoods for Any Business
Summary
Como leads Minneapolis's 2026 survivability rankings for Spanish Restaurant operators with 80% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Como at 75%. The worst neighborhoods include Windom with 75% average chance. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation — your exact block could significantly outperform.
What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Minneapolis to Open a Spanish Restaurant?
Como ranks #1 of 26 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Minneapolis for Spanish Restaurant survivability, with a 80% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:
| Rank | Neighborhood | Average Locations | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Como | 77.0% – 82.0% | 83.0% – 84.0% | 75.0% – 76.0% |
| 2 | Midway | 77.0% – 82.0% | 81.0% – 83.0% | 75.0% – 77.0% |
| 3 | West Side | 77.0% – 82.0% | 83.0% – 84.0% | 74.0% – 75.0% |
| 4 | Seward | 77.0% – 81.0% | 80.0% – 82.0% | 74.0% – 75.0% |
| 5 | Summit Hill | 76.0% – 81.0% | 80.0% – 82.0% | 75.0% – 77.0% |
| 6 | Whittier | 76.0% – 81.0% | 78.0% – 80.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 7 | Lynnhurst | 76.0% – 81.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% | 74.0% – 76.0% |
| 8 | Thomas Dale | 76.0% – 81.0% | 80.0% – 82.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 9 | Fulton | 76.0% – 80.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% | 74.0% – 75.0% |
| 10 | North End | 76.0% – 80.0% | 82.0% – 84.0% | 73.0% – 75.0% |
Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.
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 Minneapolis Would a Spanish Restaurant Make the Most Money?
In Como, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~5.3% more than the average location in or around Minneapolis.
On the other hand, in Windom, the worst possible location could result in making ~6.5% less than the average location in the city.
The right location can make a business; the wrong one can break it. Opening a Spanish Restaurant in Minneapolis requires careful location choice. Across 26 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Spanish Restaurant is 78% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Consumer spending patterns differ dramatically across business types and micro-locations.
What Should I Consider When Opening a Spanish Restaurant in or Around Minneapolis?
When selecting a location for a Spanish Restaurant in or around Minneapolis, 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. The analysis behind these rankings spans millions of data points across competition, spending, and mobility. Areas with complementary competitors tend to generate higher overall foot traffic. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework. 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. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.
Where in or Around Minneapolis Should I Start a Spanish Restaurant?
For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are Como, Midway, and West Side, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Windom, Keewaydin, and Ericsson. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. The live platform incorporates the most recent competitor, vacancy, and spending data for your exact address.
Related Articles:
- Business Survivability Rankings: Minneapolis
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Minneapolis
- National City Survivability: Spanish Restaurant
- National Neighborhood Survivability: Spanish Restaurant
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Minneapolis to Open a Spanish Restaurant?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Spanish Restaurant in Minneapolis is Como with 80% average survivability, followed by Midway and West Side. 26 of 26 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.
Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.
Can a Spanish Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Minneapolis?
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 Spanish Restaurant Rankings in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis.
Is a Spanish Restaurant a Good Tenant for Minneapolis Landlords?
In Como, StreetSpring forecasts a 77.0% – 82.0% 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 Minneapolis
If you own commercial property in Minneapolis and are considering a Spanish Restaurant tenant, here is what the data shows: Como properties offer the best survivability outlook (77.0% – 82.0%), Midway is strong but slightly lower (77.0% – 82.0%), and West Side rounds out the top 3 (77.0% – 82.0%). You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.
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 Minneapolis for My Business Overall?
You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Minneapolis to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Minneapolis.
Related Resources
- Business Survivability Rankings: Minneapolis — See how Spanish Restaurant compares to all other business types in Minneapolis
- Best Cities to Open a Spanish Restaurant in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Spanish Restaurant
- Business Survivability in Como, Minneapolis — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Midway, Minneapolis — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in West Side, Minneapolis — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood
Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Minneapolis are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
View technical data for Minneapolis
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.