What is the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Spanish Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Spanish Restaurant is Kenton, with 81% average survivability. 16 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

How much more revenue can a Spanish Restaurant make in the best vs. average Portland neighborhood?

In Kenton, the best possible Spanish Restaurant location in Portland offers approximately 8.8% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 7.6% less than average.

What is the city-wide average survivability for Spanish Restaurant in Portland?

The city-wide average survivability for Spanish Restaurant across Portland is 78% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Kenton substantially outperform this average, reaching 81%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Spanish Restaurant in Portland?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Portland for Spanish Restaurant include Highland with 75% average survival chance, Vose, and Greenway. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Spanish 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. With StreetSpring, you can see the precise probability of success for countless business models at any exact location.

Survivability Rankings for Spanish Restaurant in Portland

Q: Can a Spanish Restaurant succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Portland?

Yes — neighborhood rankings are averages that 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. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Portland to open a Spanish Restaurant, from Kenton (81% survival) to Highland (75%).

September 22, 2026•12 min read

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: Kenton — 81% average survivability for Spanish Restaurant

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 16 of 16 analyzed

City-wide average: 78% for Spanish Restaurants

Most challenging area: Highland at 75%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~8.8% more expected revenue in Kenton

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Kenton leads Portland's 2026 survivability rankings for Spanish Restaurant operators with 81% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 84% and the most challenging locations in Kenton at 77%. The worst neighborhoods include Highland with 75% average chance. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Portland to Open a Spanish Restaurant?

Kenton ranks #1 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Portland for Spanish 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	Kenton	79.0% – 83.0%	83.0% – 84.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
2	Multnomah	79.0% – 83.0%	81.0% – 83.0%	77.0% – 79.0%
3	Richmond	79.0% – 83.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	78.0% – 80.0%
4	Parkrose	78.0% – 82.0%	82.0% – 84.0%	73.0% – 75.0%
5	Hazelwood	77.0% – 82.0%	82.0% – 84.0%	75.0% – 77.0%
6	Roseway	77.0% – 81.0%	79.0% – 80.0%	77.0% – 79.0%
7	Mill Park	76.0% – 80.0%	79.0% – 81.0%	75.0% – 77.0%
8	Buckman	76.0% – 80.0%	79.0% – 81.0%	75.0% – 77.0%
9	Sumner	75.0% – 80.0%	81.0% – 83.0%	74.0% – 75.0%
10	Downtown	75.0% – 79.0%	82.0% – 84.0%	75.0% – 76.0%

These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously — check the tool for the most current score at any address.

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 Spanish Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Kenton, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~8.8% more than the average location in or around Portland.

On the other hand, in Highland, the worst possible location could result in making ~7.6% less than the average location in the city.

A great concept in the wrong location will almost always underperform a good concept in the right one. Opening a Spanish Restaurant in Portland requires careful location choice. Across 16 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Spanish Restaurant is 78% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Two businesses on the same block can have very different survivability scores depending on their category.

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

When selecting a location for a Spanish Restaurant in or around Portland, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Among all factors in our model, Revenue Capture Score carries the most weight in determining long-term survivability. 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 analysis covers businesses serving the 24 largest metros in America. A certain density of competitors signals strong demand and can benefit all businesses. These insights come from StreetSpring's exclusive, in-house forecasting models. 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 Portland Should I Start a Spanish Restaurant?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Kenton, Multnomah, and Richmond, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Highland, Vose, and Greenway. Our data shows that roughly 15% of top-performing locations sit in neighborhoods ranked below the city median. However, market conditions change daily, and it's best to use StreetSpring's live data to check the Survivability Score for a specific address.

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

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Spanish Restaurant in Portland is Kenton with 81% average survivability, followed by Multnomah and Richmond. 16 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed exceed 70% two-year survival.

Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

Can a Spanish 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. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts — the address matters most. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Spanish 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 Spanish Restaurant a Good Tenant for Portland Landlords?

In Kenton, StreetSpring forecasts a 79.0% – 83.0% average chance for a new Spanish 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 Spanish Restaurant in Portland

If you own commercial property in Portland and are considering a Spanish Restaurant tenant, here is what the data shows: Kenton properties offer the best survivability outlook (79.0% – 83.0%), Multnomah is strong but slightly lower (79.0% – 83.0%), and Richmond rounds out the top 3 (79.0% – 83.0%). Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring analyzes your specific address against comparable businesses to forecast success.

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.

Business Survivability Rankings: Portland — See how Spanish Restaurant compares to all other business types in Portland
Best Cities to Open a Spanish Restaurant in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Spanish Restaurant
Business Survivability in Kenton, Portland — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Multnomah, Portland — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Richmond, Portland — All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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.

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