Survivability Rankings for Russian Restaurant in New York City
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in New York City to open a Russian Restaurant, from Manhattan Beach (81% survival) t...
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: Manhattan Beach — 81% average survivability for Russian Restaurant
- Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 148 of 150 analyzed
- City-wide average: 77% for Russian Restaurants
- Most challenging area: Baychester at 73%
- Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~11.3% more expected revenue in Manhattan Beach
- Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- Summary
- 10 Best Neighborhoods
- Where Would a Russian Restaurant Make the Most Money?
- What Should I Consider?
- Where Should I Start?
- FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
- FAQ: Can a Russian Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
- FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
- FAQ: Is a Russian Restaurant a Good Tenant?
- Landlord Survivability Data
- Best Neighborhoods for Any Business
Summary
Opening a Russian Restaurant in New York City? Our 2026 analysis identifies Manhattan Beach as the top location with 81% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Manhattan Beach at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include Baychester with 73% 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 New York City to Open a Russian Restaurant?
Manhattan Beach ranks #1 of 150 neighborhoods analyzed in and around New York City for Russian Restaurant survivability, with a 81% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:
| Rank | Neighborhood | Average Locations | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Manhattan Beach | 79.0% – 83.0% | 82.0% – 84.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 2 | Boerum Hill | 77.0% – 82.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% |
| 3 | Park Slope | 77.0% – 82.0% | 79.0% – 81.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 4 | Tudor City | 77.0% – 82.0% | 79.0% – 81.0% | 78.0% – 80.0% |
| 5 | Battery Park | 77.0% – 82.0% | 79.0% – 81.0% | 77.0% – 79.0% |
| 6 | Jamaica Hills | 77.0% – 82.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 7 | Brooklyn Heights | 77.0% – 81.0% | 81.0% – 83.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 8 | Pomonok | 77.0% – 81.0% | 79.0% – 81.0% | 76.0% – 78.0% |
| 9 | Borough Park | 77.0% – 81.0% | 79.0% – 80.0% | 77.0% – 79.0% |
| 10 | Far Rockaway | 77.0% – 81.0% | 83.0% – 84.0% | 75.0% – 76.0% |
However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.
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 New York City Would a Russian Restaurant Make the Most Money?
In Manhattan Beach, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~11.3% more than the average location in or around New York City.
On the other hand, in Baychester, the worst possible location could result in making ~12.6% less than the average location in the city.
No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Russian Restaurant in New York City requires careful location choice. Across 150 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Russian Restaurant is 77% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Different business types will have different forecasted spend than others, and all of those would have different projections for each location.
What Should I Consider When Opening a Russian Restaurant in or Around New York City?
When selecting a location for a Russian Restaurant in or around New York City, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. No other single metric predicts business longevity as reliably as Revenue Capture Score. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. StreetSpring's training dataset includes millions of transactions and business lifecycle events. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. StreetSpring uses its own proprietary forecasting tools to make these predictions. 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. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.
Where in or Around New York City Should I Start a Russian Restaurant?
According to StreetSpring's data, optimal neighborhoods include Manhattan Beach, Boerum Hill, and Park Slope, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Baychester, Co Op City, and Pelham Gardens. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape — these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.
Related Articles:
- Business Survivability Rankings: New York City
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City
- National City Survivability: Russian Restaurant
- National Neighborhood Survivability: Russian Restaurant
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in New York City to Open a Russian Restaurant?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Russian Restaurant in New York City is Manhattan Beach with 81% average survivability, followed by Boerum Hill and Park Slope. 148 of 150 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.
Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.
Can a Russian Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in New York City?
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. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.
How Often Are Russian Restaurant Rankings in New York City 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 New York City.
Is a Russian Restaurant a Good Tenant for New York City Landlords?
In Manhattan Beach, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.0% – 83.0% average chance for a new Russian 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 Russian Restaurant in New York City
Landlords in New York City's top three neighborhoods for Russian Restaurant can expect the following average survivability for new tenants:
- Manhattan Beach: 79.0% – 83.0%
- Boerum Hill: 77.0% – 82.0%
- Park Slope: 77.0% – 82.0%
Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront at no cost.
Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.
Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around New York City for My Business Overall?
You can see the best neighborhoods in or around New York City to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: New York City.
Related Resources
- Business Survivability Rankings: New York City — See how Russian Restaurant compares to all other business types in New York City
- Best Cities to Open a Russian Restaurant in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Russian Restaurant
- Business Survivability in Manhattan Beach, New York City — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Boerum Hill, New York City — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in Park Slope, New York City — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood
Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for New York City are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
View technical data for New York City
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.