National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Southeast Asian Restaurant

StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Southeast Asian Restaurants. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.

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StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis reveals that Anderson Island in Seattle ranks as the #1 neighborhood in the United States for opening a Southeast Asian Restaurant, with 84% survivability. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 10 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Southeast Asian Restaurants exist across diverse markets. These city and neighborhood averages are a starting point, but StreetSpring's live platform provides the up-to-date survivability score for your exact block or storefront.

To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.

Last reviewed: 2026-09-01 by Robert 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: Anderson Island, Seattle — 84% survivability for Southeast Asian Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods analyzed: 8583 across 24 major US cities
  • National average survivability: 79.0% for Southeast Asian Restaurants
  • Top-25 average: 84.0% — 48.0% above national average
  • Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →

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How do neighborhoods compare across the United States for Southeast Asian Restaurants?

Analyzing 8583 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Southeast Asian Restaurants significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 84.0% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 79.0%.

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.

For a Southeast Asian Restaurant, the survivability advantage of a top-ranked neighborhood (averaging 84.0% versus the national average of 79.0%) translates directly into a longer survival horizon and a stronger revenue capture position. StreetSpring's model identifies Southeast Asian Restaurants survivability as particularly sensitive to the competitive density of direct and indirect competitors within a quarter-mile radius of the specific address.

Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 10 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Southeast Asian Restaurants can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.

Where you open matters more than anything else.

What are the best neighborhoods in the United States to open a Southeast Asian Restaurant?

Southeast Asian Restaurants: Survivability Range — Best, Middle & Last Ranked Box = best-to-challenging range · White line = neighborhood average 85% 90% 95% Survivability Score (%) Best: 97.0% Avg: 96.2% Low: 94.4% Anderson Isla… Seattle Highest Top Score Best: 95.3% Avg: 93.7% Low: 91.9% Grosse Pointe… Detroit Middle Top Score Best: 94.1% Avg: 92.6% Low: 90.8% Descanso San Diego Lowest Top Score

Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Anderson Island, Seattle leads at 84% in 2026. Full methodology →

The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Southeast Asian Restaurants are:

#NeighborhoodCityAvg SurvivalTierBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Anderson IslandSeattle96.2%Great97.0%94.4%
2Wolf TrapWashington DC95.9%Great97.0%94.1%
3TysonsWashington DC95.8%Great97.0%94.0%
4Dunn LoringWashington DC95.6%Great97.0%93.8%
5Lake KathrynOrlando95.1%Great96.7%93.3%
6McNairWashington DC94.4%Great96.0%92.6%
7Lake Mack-Forest HillsOrlando94.4%Great95.9%92.6%
8SilveradoLos Angeles94.1%Great95.6%92.3%
9West Falls ChurchWashington DC94.1%Great95.6%92.3%
10FlorisWashington DC93.9%Great95.5%92.1%
11CentrevilleWashington DC93.8%Great95.3%92.0%
12NorthvilleNew York City93.8%Great95.3%92.0%
13Grosse Pointe FarmsDetroit93.7%Great95.3%91.9%
14IdylwoodWashington DC93.6%Great95.2%91.9%
15Shelter IslandNew York City93.6%Great95.2%91.8%
16WoodsboroWashington DC93.5%Great95.0%91.7%
17ChantillyWashington DC93.4%Great95.0%91.6%
18Sully SquareWashington DC93.3%Great94.8%91.5%
19JamesportNew York City93.1%Great94.7%91.3%
20Gila BendPhoenix92.9%Great94.4%91.1%
21FlovillaAtlanta92.9%Great94.4%91.1%
22NorthamptonNew York City92.8%Great94.4%91.0%
23Thunder MountainPhoenix92.7%Great94.2%90.9%
24Del Oro Groves Homeowners AssociationTampa Bay92.6%Great94.2%90.9%
25DescansoSan Diego92.6%Great94.1%90.8%

Still, specific site selection matters, since some of the best-performing blocks can be found in neighborhoods that might not look ideal at first glance.

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 10 different cities, with Washington DC claiming 11 of the top spots (44%).

Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:

This distribution has practical implications for Southeast Asian 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 11 top-ranked neighborhoods in Washington DC (44% 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 Southeast Asian Restaurants. Operators targeting this category should treat Washington DC neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.

How can I use this neighborhood ranking to find the best location for a Southeast Asian Restaurant?

National rankings are a powerful starting point, but your final site decision should be validated at the address level. Entrepreneurs and commercial real estate agents in 24 major metros trust StreetSpring's survivability predictions to make smarter site-selection decisions. Block-level conditions within any neighborhood can shift survivability by 10–20 points — this ranking narrows your search, and StreetSpring's live tool finalizes it.

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 Southeast Asian Restaurants.

See also: Best Cities for Southeast Asian Restaurant — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Southeast Asian Restaurants.

**Authoritative anchor:** Per BLS Business Employment Dynamics, March 2025 release, **53.6%** of new establishments in the Educational Services sector — which includes Southeast Asian Restaurants — survive 5 years nationally. StreetSpring's neighborhood model spans a **71%-84% chance of lasting two or more years** across **8,583** tracked neighborhoods.

Visual Data

Bar chart ranking 24 US metros by Southeast Asian Restaurant survivability score — San Antonio highest at 80.8, Philadelphia lowest at 79.1.
How Southeast Asian Restaurants survive across major US metros. San Antonio ranks #1 at 80.8, with Philadelphia lowest at 79.1 — a 1.72-point spread across 24 cities. Strong cities tend to anchor strong neighborhoods.
US map showing Southeast Asian Restaurant survivability score across 24 metros; Charlotte highest at 81, Philadelphia lowest at 79.
US map of Southeast Asian Restaurant survivability by metro — darker green = higher score. Charlotte highest at 81, Philadelphia lowest at 79. 24 metros plotted.

Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:

National city rankings: Best cities for Southeast Asian Restaurants

Essential resources:

Frequently Asked Questions

How does StreetSpring calculate survivability for Southeast Asian Restaurants specifically?

StreetSpring's model calculates survivability for Southeast Asian Restaurants by analyzing the competitive density of existing Southeast Asian Restaurants within each distance band around the address, the projected consumer spending on Southeast Asian Restaurants in that location, the vacancy and tenant mix around the site, and hundreds of additional factors. The resulting survivability score reflects the estimated probability of a new Southeast Asian Restaurant surviving 2+ years at that specific address.

How should a landlord use this ranking when evaluating tenants for Southeast Asian Restaurants?

Landlords can use this national neighborhood ranking to assess whether their property is in a location favorable to Southeast Asian Restaurants — and by extension, how likely a Southeast Asian Restaurant tenant is to maintain long-term occupancy. If your property is in one of the top 25 neighborhoods, Southeast Asian 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 type of neighborhood is best for opening a Southeast Asian Restaurant?

The best neighborhoods for Southeast Asian Restaurants share three characteristics: manageable competitive density (few existing direct competitors within the primary trade area), strong consumer spending on this category, and demographic alignment with the typical Southeast Asian Restaurant customer base. In StreetSpring's 2026 data, the top-ranked neighborhoods for Southeast Asian Restaurants combine these factors in a way that produces survivability scores well above the national average of 79.0%. Neighborhoods with dense existing competition or low category spending tend to score significantly lower, regardless of overall foot traffic or prestige.

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.

What makes Anderson Island in Seattle the best neighborhood for Southeast Asian Restaurants?

Anderson Island in Seattle ranks #1 for Southeast Asian Restaurants with 84% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with Southeast Asian Restaurant customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.

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 Southeast Asian 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.

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.

Is the competitive environment for Southeast Asian Restaurants stronger in some markets than others?

Yes — competition density for Southeast Asian 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.

Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across all 24 metros are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View national technical data

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 Southeast Asian 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. 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.