What is the best neighborhood in Phoenix to open a Mediterranean Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Phoenix to open a Mediterranean Restaurant is Superstition Springs, ranked #1 at 83.5% at a good address and 70.9% at a typical address. 9 of the 28 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Mediterranean Restaurant in Phoenix?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Phoenix for Mediterranean Restaurant include Rio Vista (ranked last, at 61.7% at a good address and 54.9% at a typical address), Villages of Eastridge, and North Gateway. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Mediterranean Restaurant survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. Each prediction is calibrated to the specific address, factoring in competition, housing vacancy, and consumer spending at that exact location.

Survivability Rankings for Mediterranean Restaurant in Phoenix

Q: Where in Phoenix would a Mediterranean Restaurant make the most money?

It depends on the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. Check it in the live tool for each Phoenix address you are weighing.

Q: What is the average survivability for Mediterranean Restaurant across Phoenix's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 28 ranked neighborhoods in Phoenix, the average projected chance that a Mediterranean Restaurant lasts two or more years is 67.7% at a typical address. Superstition Springs, ranked #1, is at 70.9% at a typical address.

2026 ranking of Phoenix neighborhoods to open a Mediterranean Restaurant, at a good address, from Superstition Springs (83.5% survival) to Rio Vista.

October 5, 2026•13 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

#1 Neighborhood: Superstition Springs: 83.5% at a good address, 70.9% at a typical address for Mediterranean Restaurant

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 9 of 28 ranked

Average across the 28 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 67.7% for Mediterranean Restaurants

Most challenging area: Rio Vista: 61.7% at a good address, 54.9% at a typical address

Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Mediterranean Restaurant Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Mediterranean Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Mediterranean Restaurant a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

Superstition Springs leads Phoenix's 2026 survivability rankings for Mediterranean Restaurant operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.5% at a good address and 70.9% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 48.9%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Rio Vista, at 61.7% at a good address and 54.9% at a typical address. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Phoenix to Open a Mediterranean Restaurant?

Superstition Springs ranks #1 of the 28 ranked neighborhoods in and around Phoenix for Mediterranean Restaurant survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.5% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	At a good address	Average (typical address)	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Superstition Springs	Phoenix	83.5%	70.9%	84.0%	48.9%
2	Pepperwood	Phoenix	82.6%	74.6%	82.6%	55.6%
3	Dobson Ranch	Phoenix	82.6%	74.4%	84.0%	54.3%
4	Escalante	Phoenix	82.6%	72.6%	82.6%	56.1%
5	Ocotillo	Phoenix	81.8%	71.4%	83.1%	50.2%
6	Central City	Phoenix	81.8%	71.2%	84.0%	48.4%
7	Maryvale	Phoenix	81.8%	68.4%	84.0%	48.0%
8	Carino Estates	Phoenix	81.0%	73.1%	82.2%	57.0%
9	Reed Park	Phoenix	81.0%	69.5%	83.6%	50.2%
10	South Mountain	Phoenix	81.0%	69.4%	84.0%	48.0%

Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Phoenix Would a Mediterranean Restaurant Make the Most Money?

Where a Mediterranean Restaurant would make the most money in or around Phoenix comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Superstition Springs is ranked #1 for Mediterranean Restaurant survivability, at 83.5% at a good address and 70.9% at a typical address; Rio Vista is ranked last of the 28, at 61.7% at a good address and 54.9% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Our data shows the projected chance for the same business type moving a long way between neighborhoods of one city. Opening a Mediterranean Restaurant in Phoenix requires careful location choice. Across the 28 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Mediterranean Restaurant lasts two or more years is 67.7% at a typical address. The same location can be excellent for one business type and poor for another.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Mediterranean Restaurant in or Around Phoenix?

When selecting a location for a Mediterranean Restaurant in or around Phoenix, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The most important factor for a business's success is the Revenue Capture Score for the business at the location it selects. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. Our models are built using machine learning trained on millions of commercial real estate data points. Areas with complementary competitors tend to generate higher overall foot traffic. Our forecasting system combines proprietary data with machine learning models unavailable anywhere else. 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

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

Where in or Around Phoenix Should I Start a Mediterranean Restaurant?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Superstition Springs, Pepperwood, and Dobson Ranch, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Rio Vista, Villages of Eastridge, and North Gateway. Market conditions are changing daily and it is best to use StreetSpring's most up-to-date data. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Phoenix to Open a Mediterranean Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Mediterranean Restaurant in Phoenix is Superstition Springs, at 83.5% at a good address and 70.9% at a typical address, followed by Pepperwood and Dobson Ranch. 9 of the 28 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

Can a Mediterranean Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Phoenix?

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. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Mediterranean Restaurant Rankings in Phoenix 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 Phoenix.

Is a Mediterranean Restaurant a Good Tenant for Phoenix Landlords?

In Superstition Springs, the projected chance that a new Mediterranean Restaurant lasts two or more years is 70.9% at a typical address and 83.5% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Mediterranean Restaurant in Phoenix

Reducing vacancy starts with choosing tenants whose business type matches the neighborhood's strengths. For Mediterranean Restaurant tenants, Superstition Springs is ranked first (70.9% at a typical address). Pepperwood and Dobson Ranch follow at 74.6% at a typical address and 74.4% at a typical address respectively. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Phoenix for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Phoenix to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Phoenix.

Business Survivability Rankings: Phoenix: See how Mediterranean Restaurant compares to all other business types in Phoenix
Best Cities to Open a Mediterranean Restaurant in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Mediterranean Restaurant
Business Survivability in Superstition Springs, Phoenix: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Pepperwood, Phoenix: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Dobson Ranch, Phoenix: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Phoenix are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View technical data for Phoenix

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the figures shown here.

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