National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for American Restaurant
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for American Restaurants. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis reveals that Tysons in Washington DC ranks as the #1 neighborhood in the United States for opening an American Restaurant, with 94% survivability. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 5 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for American Restaurants exist across diverse markets. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the survivability score for a specific address.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: 2026-04-20 by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Tysons, Washington DC — 94% survivability for American Restaurant
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 1426 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 81.0% for American Restaurants
- Top-25 average: 91.5% — 10.5% above national average
- Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- How neighborhoods compare nationwide
- Top 25 neighborhoods in the US
- Geographic patterns
- How to use this ranking
- Related resources
- Frequently asked questions
How do neighborhoods compare across the United States for American Restaurants?
Analyzing 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for American Restaurants significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 91.5% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 81.0%.
This 10.5% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
For American Restaurants specifically, survivability is driven primarily by competitive density within the immediate trade area and the alignment between local consumer spending patterns and the category's typical revenue profile. The 10.5% gap between top-ranked neighborhoods and the national average for American Restaurants reflects meaningful variation in how competitive these markets are across different neighborhoods — a stronger signal than is typical for many business categories. Every forecast is powered by StreetSpring's private data models.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 5 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on American Restaurants can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
The address you choose determines your competitive exposure, customer flow, and spending potential simultaneously.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open an American Restaurant?
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Tysons, Washington DC leads at 94% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for American Restaurants are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tysons | Washington DC | 94.3% | Great | 95.6% | 92.4% |
| 2 | Kennedy Park | Chicago | 93.2% | Great | 94.5% | 91.3% |
| 3 | Main-Chicago | Chicago | 93.0% | Great | 94.3% | 91.0% |
| 4 | Southwest | Chicago | 92.9% | Great | 94.2% | 91.0% |
| 5 | Union | St. Louis | 92.7% | Great | 94.0% | 90.7% |
| 6 | Roseland | Chicago | 92.4% | Great | 93.7% | 90.5% |
| 7 | Rogers Park | Chicago | 92.3% | Great | 93.6% | 90.4% |
| 8 | Morgan Park | Chicago | 92.3% | Great | 93.6% | 90.4% |
| 9 | Washington | St. Louis | 92.0% | Great | 93.3% | 90.1% |
| 10 | Kenwood | Chicago | 91.8% | Great | 93.1% | 89.9% |
| 11 | West Village | Chicago | 91.2% | Great | 92.5% | 89.3% |
| 12 | River North | Chicago | 91.2% | Great | 92.5% | 89.3% |
| 13 | Troy | St. Louis | 91.1% | Great | 92.4% | 89.2% |
| 14 | West Town | Chicago | 90.9% | Great | 92.2% | 89.0% |
| 15 | Margate Park | Chicago | 90.8% | Great | 92.1% | 88.8% |
| 16 | Noble Square | Chicago | 90.8% | Great | 92.1% | 88.8% |
| 17 | Wildwood | Chicago | 90.7% | Great | 92.0% | 88.8% |
| 18 | Peninsula | Los Angeles | 90.7% | Great | 92.0% | 88.7% |
| 19 | Mayfair | Chicago | 90.5% | Great | 91.8% | 88.6% |
| 20 | Andersonville | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 91.7% | 88.5% |
| 21 | Ravenswood | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 91.7% | 88.5% |
| 22 | Festus | St. Louis | 90.4% | Great | 91.7% | 88.5% |
| 23 | Edgewater | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 91.7% | 88.4% |
| 24 | Budlong Woods | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.5% | 88.3% |
| 25 | Galt Mile | Miami | 90.1% | Great | 91.4% | 88.2% |
Individual site conditions — including storefront visibility, access, and hyper-local competition — can push a location well above or below its neighborhood average.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What patterns emerge from the top-performing neighborhoods nationwide?
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 5 different cities, with Chicago claiming 18 of the top spots (72%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- Chicago: 18 neighborhoods (72% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for American Restaurants operators: cities with multiple neighborhoods in the top 25 offer more site options within a single market, reducing relocation or expansion cost. Cities with a single top-25 neighborhood require more precise site selection — the advantage is concentrated in one area rather than spread across the metro.
The concentration of 18 top-ranked neighborhoods in Chicago (72% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that Chicago's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for American Restaurants. Operators targeting this category should treat Chicago neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
How can I use this neighborhood ranking to find the best location for an American Restaurant?
Use this ranking to shortlist neighborhoods, then drill down to specific addresses. StreetSpring's AI models reveal the survivability of businesses in every major U.S. neighborhood, giving agents and entrepreneurs a trusted way to see their future success before opening day. The difference between the best and worst blocks within a single top-ranked neighborhood can be as large as the gap between the #1 and #25 neighborhoods on this list.
For the most accurate assessment:
- Consider neighborhoods in the top 25 as strong starting points
- Examine city-specific guides for additional neighborhood options in your target markets
- Use StreetSpring's address-level tool to evaluate specific storefronts within these neighborhoods
- Factor in your budget, operational requirements, and target demographics
Each neighborhood has detailed analysis available through its city guide, providing block-by-block survivability data for American Restaurants.
See also: Best Cities for American Restaurant — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for American Restaurants.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
National city rankings: Best cities for American Restaurants
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there good opportunities outside the top 25 neighborhoods?
Absolutely. Our analysis covers 1426 neighborhoods across 24 cities. Many neighborhoods outside the top 25 have excellent individual locations for American Restaurants. Neighborhood-level rankings reflect averages — specific addresses within any neighborhood can score well above or below the neighborhood mean. Use city-specific guides and StreetSpring's address-level tool to explore options beyond the top 25.
How should a landlord use this ranking when evaluating tenants for American Restaurants?
Landlords can use this national neighborhood ranking to assess whether their property is in a location favorable to American Restaurants — and by extension, how likely a American Restaurant tenant is to maintain long-term occupancy. If your property is in one of the top 25 neighborhoods, American Restaurants represent a strong tenant category. If not, StreetSpring's address-level tool will show the survivability score for your specific address and which tenant types score highest there.
What is the typical survivability range for American Restaurants in top neighborhoods?
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for American Restaurants average 91.5% survivability. The national average across all analyzed neighborhoods is 81.0%. The spread between top neighborhoods and the national average is 10.5% — representing the tangible survivability advantage of choosing a top-ranked location.
What makes Tysons in Washington DC the best neighborhood for American Restaurants?
Tysons in Washington DC ranks #1 for American Restaurants with 94% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with American Restaurant customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.
What demographic factors drive survivability for American Restaurants?
For American Restaurants, StreetSpring's model incorporates neighborhood-level demographic data including population density, median household income, employment rates, and consumer spending on this specific category. These factors vary by business type — the demographic profile that drives survivability for American Restaurant customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
Where can I download the underlying data?
The full national survivability dataset is available as a free download: https://streetspring.com/resources/data/national-survivability-scores-2026.csv. The CSV includes all business subtypes and neighborhoods covered in this analysis, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
How does StreetSpring calculate survivability for American Restaurants specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for American Restaurants by analyzing the competitive density of existing American Restaurants within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on American Restaurants in that location, mobility patterns that determine likely customer flow, and 80+ additional factors. The resulting survivability score reflects the estimated probability of a new American Restaurant surviving 2+ years at that specific address.
How often do neighborhood rankings change?
StreetSpring updates rankings quarterly as new data on business openings, closures, and market conditions becomes available. The current analysis reflects 2026 data. Because competitive conditions shift as new businesses enter or exit a neighborhood, the specific rankings for any given business type can shift between updates — which is why we recommend verifying specific addresses in StreetSpring's live tool before making a final site selection decision.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across all 24 metros are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and foot traffic data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for American Restaurants across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.