National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Pakistani Restaurant
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Pakistani Restaurants. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
Of all neighborhoods across the US analyzed in 2026, Tysons in Washington DC offers the highest survivability for Pakistani Restaurant operators at 84%. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 6 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Pakistani Restaurants exist across diverse markets. The best survivability data for any individual location is always StreetSpring's most recent live analysis, which reflects the current competitive landscape at your exact address.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: 2026-08-31 by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address
- #1 Neighborhood: Tysons, Washington DC — 84% survivability for Pakistani Restaurant
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 1426 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 78.0% for Pakistani Restaurants
- Top-25 average: 83.0% — 48.0% 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 Pakistani Restaurants?
Analyzing 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Pakistani Restaurants significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 83.0% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 78.0%.
This 48.0% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
The consumer spending patterns that support Pakistani Restaurants vary more by neighborhood than by city — which is why neighborhood-level analysis is particularly valuable for this business category. A 48.0% difference between top neighborhoods and the national average indicates that location selection has an above-average impact on outcomes for Pakistani Restaurants compared to categories with narrower spreads. StreetSpring's address-level scoring identifies the specific blocks within any neighborhood where a given business type will outperform.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 6 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Pakistani Restaurants can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
Every site-selection decision starts and ends with location — it outweighs concept, brand, and execution combined.
What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Pakistani Restaurant?
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Tysons, Washington DC leads at 84% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Pakistani Restaurants are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tysons | Washington DC | 96.5% | Great | 97.0% | 94.6% |
| 2 | Kennedy Park | Chicago | 93.2% | Great | 95.1% | 91.2% |
| 3 | Peninsula | Los Angeles | 92.9% | Great | 94.9% | 91.0% |
| 4 | Main-Chicago | Chicago | 92.8% | Great | 94.8% | 90.9% |
| 5 | Union | St. Louis | 92.5% | Great | 94.5% | 90.6% |
| 6 | Southwest | Chicago | 92.4% | Great | 94.4% | 90.5% |
| 7 | Rogers Park | Chicago | 92.3% | Great | 94.2% | 90.3% |
| 8 | Morgan Park | Chicago | 92.2% | Great | 94.1% | 90.3% |
| 9 | Roseland | Chicago | 92.1% | Great | 94.1% | 90.2% |
| 10 | Washington | St. Louis | 92.1% | Great | 94.0% | 90.1% |
| 11 | Kenwood | Chicago | 91.9% | Great | 93.8% | 89.9% |
| 12 | Harbor Drive | Miami | 91.5% | Great | 93.4% | 89.5% |
| 13 | West Village | Chicago | 91.2% | Great | 93.1% | 89.3% |
| 14 | River North | Chicago | 91.1% | Great | 93.1% | 89.2% |
| 15 | Troy | St. Louis | 91.0% | Great | 93.0% | 89.1% |
| 16 | Chestnut Hill | Philadelphia | 90.9% | Great | 92.8% | 89.0% |
| 17 | Margate Park | Chicago | 90.8% | Great | 92.7% | 88.8% |
| 18 | West Town | Chicago | 90.7% | Great | 92.6% | 88.8% |
| 19 | Noble Square | Chicago | 90.6% | Great | 92.6% | 88.7% |
| 20 | Wildwood | Chicago | 90.5% | Great | 92.4% | 88.6% |
| 21 | Mayfair | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 92.4% | 88.5% |
| 22 | Andersonville | Chicago | 90.3% | Great | 92.3% | 88.4% |
| 23 | The Villa | Chicago | 90.3% | Great | 92.2% | 88.4% |
| 24 | North Center | Chicago | 90.3% | Great | 92.2% | 88.3% |
| 25 | Cabrini Green | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 92.2% | 88.3% |
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 6 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
- St. Louis: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- Washington DC: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Miami: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Philadelphia: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Pakistani 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 Pakistani 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 a Pakistani Restaurant?
While nationwide neighborhood rankings identify standout markets, address-level analysis reveals even greater variation. StreetSpring's machine learning models identify the exact blocks and neighborhoods where specific business types consistently outperform — and the ones where they struggle. 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 Pakistani Restaurants.
See also: Best Cities for Pakistani Restaurant — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Pakistani Restaurants.
Cross-Subtype Synergy Across the Spectrum
The strongest neighborhoods for Pakistani Restaurants are also strong for several adjacent business types — useful context if you're considering a portfolio of locations or weighing complementary subtypes:
Tysons, Washington DC — ranked #1 nationally — the strongest neighborhood for Pakistani Restaurants (96% survivability for Pakistani Restaurant) Other business types that thrive in Tysons:
- Georgian Restaurant (96% survivability)
- Veterinary Clinic (96% survivability)
- Portuguese Restaurant (96% survivability)
Great-Lakes, Atlanta — ranked #1426 of 1426 — among the lower-ranked national neighborhoods (69% survivability for Pakistani Restaurant) Other business types that thrive in Great-Lakes:
- Kosher Restaurant (82% survivability)
- Juice & Smoothie Bar (82% survivability)
- Tattoo & Piercing Shop (80% survivability)
Cross-subtype synergy is a real signal. A neighborhood that scores high for Pakistani Restaurants is usually a sound bet for several other business types — useful for landlords and multi-concept owners.
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Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- St. Louis: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Chicago: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Philadelphia: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Miami: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Pakistani Restaurants
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cities appear most frequently in the top 25 neighborhoods for Pakistani Restaurants?
The cities most represented in the top 25 for Pakistani Restaurants are Chicago (18), St. Louis (3), Washington DC (1). This concentration reflects the relative strength of consumer demand and competitive conditions for Pakistani Restaurants in these markets. City-specific guides provide deeper analysis of each city's neighborhoods.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Pakistani Restaurants?
For Pakistani 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 Pakistani Restaurant customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
Is the competitive environment for Pakistani Restaurants stronger in some markets than others?
Yes — competition density for Pakistani 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 do I interpret a survivability score?
A survivability score represents the estimated probability that a business of a specific type will still be operating at a given location after 2 years. A score of 80% means StreetSpring's model predicts an 80% chance of the business surviving past the 2-year mark at that address. Scores are calculated at the address level and reflect competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and hundreds of additional factors.
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 Pakistani 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.
What makes Tysons in Washington DC the best neighborhood for Pakistani Restaurants?
Tysons in Washington DC ranks #1 for Pakistani Restaurants with 84% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with Pakistani Restaurant customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.
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 Pakistani 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.
Can a Pakistani Restaurant succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes — the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Pakistani Restaurants can achieve strong survivability in many other neighborhoods as well. What matters is finding a location where competitive density is low enough and consumer spending is strong enough to support the business. StreetSpring's address-level tool identifies high-survivability addresses in any neighborhood, including those not represented in this top-25 list.
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 Pakistani 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.