National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Lebanese Restaurant
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Lebanese Restaurants. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis reveals that Anderson Island in Seattle ranks as the #1 neighborhood in the United States for opening a Lebanese Restaurant, with 97% survivability. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 9 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Lebanese Restaurants exist across diverse markets. Because new competitors open and close each week, the exact survivability score for any specific address is always best verified in StreetSpring's live platform.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring — May 12, 2026
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Anderson Island, Seattle — 97% survivability for Lebanese Restaurant
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 8583 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 82.2% for Lebanese Restaurants
- Top-25 average: 94.3% — 12.1% 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 neighborhoods rank nationwide for Lebanese Restaurants
Analyzing 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Lebanese Restaurants significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 94.3% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 82.2%.
Why some metros dominate this business's leaderboard
This 12.1% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
Where the surprising outliers come from
Lebanese Restaurants tend to show significant geographic clustering — markets where one successful operator exists often attract additional demand, raising survivability for new entrants who choose complementary (rather than directly competing) locations. The concentration of top neighborhoods in Washington DC, San Antonio, New York City reflects this pattern. StreetSpring's model accounts for the distinction between complementary clustering and direct saturation when scoring Lebanese Restaurants survivability at the address level.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 9 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Lebanese Restaurants can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
A great product in the wrong location will underperform; an average product in the right location can thrive.
Which US neighborhoods are best for opening a Lebanese Restaurant?
| Signal | Top-quartile neighborhood pattern | Bottom-quartile neighborhood pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime population concentration | Mixed-use neighborhoods with strong daytime employment density (LEHD LODES > 8K jobs/sq mi). | Pure-residential neighborhoods where daytime population drops below 30% of resident count. |
| Median household income alignment | Neighborhoods where median household income fits the subtype's typical customer profile (income elasticity matches). | Neighborhoods where income is either too low for the price tier or too high for the value-perception band. |
| Anchor-venue spillover | Neighborhoods within 0.25 miles of a major anchor (transit hub, university gate, hospital main entrance, concert venue). | Neighborhoods where the nearest anchor is past walking distance — no spillover demand. |
Why these neighborhoods rank highest
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Anderson Island, Seattle leads at 97% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Lebanese Restaurants are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anderson Island | Seattle | 96.8% | Great | 97.0% | 94.6% |
| 2 | Wolf Trap | Washington DC | 95.4% | Great | 97.0% | 93.2% |
| 3 | Lake Kathryn | Orlando | 95.2% | Great | 96.8% | 93.0% |
| 4 | Redland Ranch at Elm Creek | San Antonio | 94.8% | Great | 96.4% | 92.6% |
| 5 | West Falls Church | Washington DC | 94.7% | Great | 96.4% | 92.5% |
| 6 | Lake Mack-Forest Hills | Orlando | 94.6% | Great | 96.2% | 92.4% |
| 7 | McNair | Washington DC | 94.6% | Great | 96.2% | 92.4% |
| 8 | Floris | Washington DC | 94.5% | Great | 96.2% | 92.3% |
| 9 | Northville | New York City | 94.4% | Great | 96.1% | 92.3% |
| 10 | Tysons | Washington DC | 94.4% | Great | 96.0% | 92.2% |
| 11 | Shelter Island | New York City | 94.4% | Great | 96.0% | 92.2% |
| 12 | Grosse Pointe Farms | Detroit | 94.3% | Great | 96.0% | 92.2% |
| 13 | Sully Square | Washington DC | 94.3% | Great | 95.9% | 92.1% |
| 14 | Centreville | Washington DC | 94.2% | Great | 95.8% | 92.0% |
| 15 | Chantilly | Washington DC | 93.9% | Great | 95.5% | 91.7% |
| 16 | Eatonville | Seattle | 93.9% | Great | 95.5% | 91.7% |
| 17 | Silverado | Los Angeles | 93.8% | Great | 95.4% | 91.6% |
| 18 | Flovilla | Atlanta | 93.8% | Great | 95.4% | 91.6% |
| 19 | Hybla Valley | Washington DC | 93.7% | Great | 95.3% | 91.5% |
| 20 | Woodsboro | Washington DC | 93.5% | Great | 95.1% | 91.3% |
| 21 | Villas at Redland Ranch | San Antonio | 93.5% | Great | 95.1% | 91.3% |
| 22 | Armada | Detroit | 93.5% | Great | 95.1% | 91.3% |
| 23 | Descanso | San Diego | 93.5% | Great | 95.1% | 91.3% |
| 24 | Emerald Forest | San Antonio | 93.4% | Great | 95.1% | 91.3% |
| 25 | Northampton | New York City | 93.4% | Great | 95.1% | 91.2% |
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 do the top neighborhoods nationwide have in common?
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 9 different cities, with Washington DC claiming 10 of the top spots (40%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- Washington DC: 10 neighborhoods (40% of top 25) — View city guide
- San Antonio: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- New York City: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- Seattle: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25) — View city guide
- Orlando: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25) — View city guide
- Detroit: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Atlanta: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- San Diego: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Lebanese 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.
How transit access shapes survival
The concentration of 10 top-ranked neighborhoods in Washington DC (40% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that Washington DC's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Lebanese Restaurants. Operators targeting this category should treat Washington DC neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
Turning the neighborhood ranking into a location decision for a Lebanese Restaurant
While nationwide neighborhood rankings identify standout markets, address-level analysis reveals even greater variation. StreetSpring's AI-driven platform has studied businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans, making its survivability predictions the most empirically grounded in the market. Even within top-ranked neighborhoods, specific block selection can vary survivability by 10–20 percentage points.
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 Lebanese Restaurants.
Combining this list with a block-level walk-through
See also: Best Cities for Lebanese Restaurant — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Lebanese Restaurants.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- New York City: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- San Diego: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Atlanta: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Orlando: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Lebanese Restaurants
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I compare specific addresses within these top neighborhoods?
StreetSpring's address-level tool allows you to input any commercial address and see predicted survivability for Lebanese Restaurants. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block — address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
How does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Lebanese Restaurants specifically?
StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Lebanese Restaurants by analyzing the competitive density of existing Lebanese Restaurants within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Lebanese 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 Lebanese Restaurant surviving 2+ years at that specific address.
What is the typical survivability range for Lebanese Restaurants in top neighborhoods?
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Lebanese Restaurants average 94.3% survivability. The national average across all analyzed neighborhoods is 82.2%. The spread between top neighborhoods and the national average is 12.1% — representing the tangible survivability advantage of choosing a top-ranked location.
Is the competitive environment for Lebanese Restaurants stronger in some markets than others?
Yes — competition density for Lebanese Restaurants varies significantly by market. In the top-ranked neighborhoods, StreetSpring's model identifies favorable competitive dynamics as a primary driver of high survivability scores. In more saturated markets, even strong consumer spending may not overcome competitive pressure. StreetSpring's address-level tool shows the exact competitive environment at any specific location.
How should a landlord use this ranking when evaluating tenants for Lebanese Restaurants?
Landlords can use this national neighborhood ranking to assess whether their property is in a location favorable to Lebanese Restaurants — and by extension, how likely a Lebanese Restaurant tenant is to maintain long-term occupancy. If your property is in one of the top 25 neighborhoods, Lebanese 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 demographic factors drive survivability for Lebanese Restaurants?
For Lebanese 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 Lebanese Restaurant customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
Are there good opportunities outside the top 25 neighborhoods?
Absolutely. Our analysis covers 8583 neighborhoods across 24 cities. Many neighborhoods outside the top 25 have excellent individual locations for Lebanese 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.
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.
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 walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for Lebanese Restaurants across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.