Survivability Rankings for Hawaiian Restaurant in Portland

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Portland to open a Hawaiian Restaurant, from Hayden Island (82% survival) to High...

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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: Hayden Island: 82% average survivability for Hawaiian Restaurant
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 47 of 47 analyzed
  • City-wide average: 78% for Hawaiian Restaurants
  • Most challenging area: Highland at 75%
  • Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~9.9% more expected revenue in Hayden Island
  • Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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Summary

Opening a Hawaiian Restaurant in Portland? Our 2026 analysis identifies Hayden Island as the top location with 82% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Hayden Island at 79%. The worst neighborhoods include Highland with 75% 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 Portland to Open a Hawaiian Restaurant?

Hayden Island ranks #1 of 47 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Portland for Hawaiian Restaurant survivability, with a 82% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodAt a good addressAverage LocationsBest LocationsChallenging Locations
1Hayden Island84.0%80.0% to 83.0%83.0% to 84.0%79.0% to 80.0%
2Kenton84.0%79.0% to 83.0%83.0% to 84.0%76.0% to 78.0%
3Parkrose82.7%78.0% to 81.0%82.0% to 84.0%73.0% to 75.0%
4Sumner82.2%75.0% to 79.0%81.0% to 83.0%74.0% to 75.0%
5Multnomah81.8%79.0% to 82.0%81.0% to 83.0%77.0% to 79.0%
6Concordia81.8%77.0% to 81.0%81.0% to 83.0%75.0% to 77.0%
7Centennial81.8%77.0% to 80.0%82.0% to 84.0%74.0% to 75.0%
8Greenway81.8%74.0% to 78.0%80.0% to 82.0%72.0% to 74.0%
9Richmond81.3%79.0% to 82.0%80.0% to 82.0%77.0% to 79.0%
10Eastmoreland81.3%78.0% to 82.0%80.0% to 82.0%78.0% to 79.0%

However, individual locations vary widely, and even in lower-scoring neighborhoods there are pockets that perform exceptionally well. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

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 Portland Would a Hawaiian Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Hayden Island, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~9.9% more than the average location in or around Portland.

On the other hand, in Highland, the worst possible location could result in making ~8.5% less than the average location in the city.

No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Hawaiian Restaurant in Portland requires careful location choice. Across 47 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Hawaiian Restaurant is 78% for lasting more than 2 years, due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Survivability predictions are business-type-specific because consumer behavior differs fundamentally across categories.


What Should I Consider When Opening a Hawaiian Restaurant in or Around Portland?

When selecting a location for a Hawaiian Restaurant in or around Portland, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Of all the variables StreetSpring analyzes, Revenue Capture Score has the strongest predictive power. 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. Neighborhoods with a mix of similar businesses frequently outperform isolated locations. These results are powered by exclusive algorithms trained on one of the largest commercial real estate datasets in the U.S. 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. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.


Where in or Around Portland Should I Start a Hawaiian Restaurant?

For this business type, the highest-ranked neighborhoods are Hayden Island, Kenton, and Parkrose, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Highland, Eliot, and Vose. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Portland to Open a Hawaiian Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Hawaiian Restaurant in Portland is Hayden Island with 82% average survivability, followed by Kenton and Parkrose. 47 of 47 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.


Can a Hawaiian Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Portland?

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. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.


How Often Are Hawaiian Restaurant Rankings in Portland 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 Portland.


Is a Hawaiian Restaurant a Good Tenant for Portland Landlords?

In Hayden Island, StreetSpring forecasts a 80.0% to 83.0% average chance for a new Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Restaurant in Portland

Tenant longevity is a top concern for commercial landlords. In Hayden Island, a Hawaiian Restaurant tenant averages 80.0% to 83.0% chance of lasting more than 2 years: the strongest outlook in Portland. Kenton follows at 79.0% to 83.0%, while Parkrose shows 78.0% to 81.0%. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront at no cost.

StreetSpring provides address-specific survivability predictions for 500+ business types.

Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity


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

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


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

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