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

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Portland to open a Thai Restaurant is Multnomah, with 82% average survivability. 16 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed exceed the 70% two-year survival threshold.

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

In Multnomah, the best possible Thai Restaurant location in Portland offers approximately 10.4% more expected revenue than the average location. The worst-performing neighborhoods could yield approximately 11.0% less than average.

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

The city-wide average survivability for Thai Restaurant across Portland is 78% for surviving more than 2 years. Top neighborhoods like Multnomah substantially outperform this average, reaching 82%.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Thai Restaurant in Portland?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Portland for Thai Restaurant include Highland with 74% average survival chance, Vose, and Greenway. Remember that a neighborhood average smooths over wide variation — your exact block could significantly outperform.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Thai 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. StreetSpring can give you the precise likelihood that hundreds of different businesses will last at an exact address.

Survivability Rankings for Thai Restaurant in Portland

Q: Can a Thai 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. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Portland to open a Thai Restaurant, from Multnomah (82% survival) to Highland (74%).

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: Multnomah — 82% average survivability for Thai Restaurant

Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 16 of 16 analyzed

City-wide average: 78% for Thai Restaurants

Most challenging area: Highland at 74%

Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~10.4% more expected revenue in Multnomah

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

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

Summary

Opening a Thai Restaurant in Portland? Our 2026 analysis identifies Multnomah 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 Multnomah at 80%. The worst neighborhoods include Highland with 74% average chance. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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

Multnomah ranks #1 of 16 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Portland for Thai Restaurant survivability, with a 82% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Average Locations	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Multnomah	80.0% – 84.0%	83.0% – 84.0%	80.0% – 81.0%
2	Kenton	78.0% – 83.0%	83.0% – 84.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
3	Russell	78.0% – 82.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	77.0% – 79.0%
4	Parkrose	77.0% – 82.0%	81.0% – 83.0%	73.0% – 75.0%
5	Richmond	77.0% – 82.0%	81.0% – 83.0%	76.0% – 78.0%
6	Hazelwood	77.0% – 81.0%	82.0% – 84.0%	74.0% – 75.0%
7	Mill Park	76.0% – 81.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	73.0% – 75.0%
8	Hillsdale	76.0% – 80.0%	80.0% – 82.0%	75.0% – 77.0%
9	Buckman	75.0% – 80.0%	79.0% – 81.0%	75.0% – 76.0%
10	Downtown	75.0% – 80.0%	80.0% – 81.0%	75.0% – 76.0%

StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from 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 Thai Restaurant Make the Most Money?

In Multnomah, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~10.4% more than the average location in or around Portland.

On the other hand, in Highland, the worst possible location could result in making ~11.0% less than the average location in the city.

Our data consistently shows that location accounts for more variance in outcomes than any other single factor. Opening a Thai Restaurant in Portland requires careful location choice. Across 16 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Thai Restaurant is 78% for lasting more than 2 years — due to a combination of many factors across competition, consumer spending, and location dynamics. Consumer spending patterns differ dramatically across business types and micro-locations.

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

When selecting a location for a Thai Restaurant in or around Portland, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. When evaluating a potential location, Revenue Capture Score should be the first number you look at. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. The analysis behind these rankings spans millions of data points across competition, spending, and mobility. Strategic clustering can actually boost performance by creating destination zones. These forecasts are generated using StreetSpring's unique analytical framework. 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. Market dynamics shift frequently; validate these insights with real-time data from StreetSpring.

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

Our models highlight the following neighborhoods as top performers: Multnomah, Kenton, and Russell, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Highland, Vose, and Greenway. A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts — the address matters most. 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 Thai Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Thai Restaurant in Portland is Multnomah with 82% average survivability, followed by Kenton and Russell. 16 of 16 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 Thai 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. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

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

In Multnomah, StreetSpring forecasts a 80.0% – 84.0% average chance for a new Thai 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 Thai Restaurant in Portland

From a risk-assessment perspective, a Thai Restaurant tenant in Multnomah carries the lowest risk with average survivability of 80.0% – 84.0%. Kenton presents moderate risk (78.0% – 83.0%), and Russell carries comparatively higher risk at 78.0% – 82.0%. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

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

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 Thai Restaurant compares to all other business types in Portland
Best Cities to Open a Thai Restaurant in the US — National city-level survivability rankings for Thai Restaurant
Business Survivability in Multnomah, Portland — All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Kenton, Portland — All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Russell, 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.

View technical data for Portland

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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