Survivability Rankings for Filipino Restaurant in Seattle
StreetSpring's 2026 analysis ranks the best and worst neighborhoods in Seattle to open a Filipino Restaurant, from Lowell (78% survival) to Westmont (74%).
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: Lowell: 78% average survivability for Filipino Restaurant
- Neighborhoods at or above 70%: 94 of 94 analyzed
- City-wide average: 77% for Filipino Restaurants
- Most challenging area: Westmont at 74%
- Revenue advantage (top vs. avg location): ~3.1% more expected revenue in Lowell
- Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- Summary
- 10 Best Neighborhoods
- Where Would a Filipino Restaurant Make the Most Money?
- What Should I Consider?
- Where Should I Start?
- FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
- FAQ: Can a Filipino Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
- FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
- FAQ: Is a Filipino Restaurant a Good Tenant?
- Landlord Survivability Data
- Best Neighborhoods for Any Business
Summary
Lowell leads Seattle's 2026 survivability rankings for Filipino Restaurant operators with 78% average chance of surviving more than 2 years, with the best locations offering 83% and the most challenging locations in Lowell at 74%. The worst neighborhoods include Westmont with 74% average chance. For the most current predictions, visit StreetSpring to analyze your specific location in real-time.
What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Seattle to Open a Filipino Restaurant?
Lowell ranks #1 of 94 neighborhoods analyzed in and around Seattle for Filipino Restaurant survivability, with a 78% chance of lasting two or more years as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:
| Rank | Neighborhood | At a good address | Average Locations | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lowell | 82.2% | 76.0% to 80.0% | 82.0% to 84.0% | 74.0% to 75.0% |
| 2 | South Lake Union | 81.3% | 77.0% to 82.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 78.0% to 79.0% |
| 3 | First Hill | 81.3% | 77.0% to 81.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 76.0% to 78.0% |
| 4 | Cougar Mountain/Lakemont | 81.3% | 76.0% to 81.0% | 81.0% to 83.0% | 74.0% to 76.0% |
| 5 | Georgetown | 81.3% | 75.0% to 80.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 73.0% to 75.0% |
| 6 | Boulevard Bluffs | 81.3% | 75.0% to 80.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 71.0% to 73.0% |
| 7 | Waterfront | 80.8% | 77.0% to 82.0% | 81.0% to 83.0% | 76.0% to 78.0% |
| 8 | Interbay | 80.8% | 76.0% to 81.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 75.0% to 77.0% |
| 9 | Valley View | 80.8% | 76.0% to 80.0% | 80.0% to 82.0% | 74.0% to 76.0% |
| 10 | South Tacoma | 80.8% | 74.0% to 79.0% | 83.0% to 84.0% | 71.0% to 73.0% |
These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. 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 Seattle Would a Filipino Restaurant Make the Most Money?
In Lowell, the best possible location offers the opportunity of making ~3.1% more than the average location in or around Seattle.
On the other hand, in Westmont, the worst possible location could result in making ~9.2% less than the average location in the city.
No amount of marketing or capital can compensate for a poorly chosen location. Opening a Filipino Restaurant in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across 94 neighborhoods analyzed, the overall average survival chance for a new Filipino Restaurant is 77% 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 Filipino Restaurant in or Around Seattle?
When selecting a location for a Filipino Restaurant in or around Seattle, 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. We incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. Moderate competition often indicates a healthy market with proven consumer demand. 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
Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Static rankings provide a useful baseline, but the live tool captures changes that have occurred since publication.
Where in or Around Seattle Should I Start a Filipino Restaurant?
According to StreetSpring's data, optimal neighborhoods include Lowell, South Lake Union, and First Hill, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Westmont, Evergreen, and Holly. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool. Real-time data from StreetSpring accounts for recent openings, closures, and seasonal shifts that static rankings cannot.
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- Business Survivability Rankings: Seattle
- Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Seattle
- National City Survivability: Filipino Restaurant
- National Neighborhood Survivability: Filipino Restaurant
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Seattle to Open a Filipino Restaurant?
Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Filipino Restaurant in Seattle is Lowell with 78% average survivability, followed by South Lake Union and First Hill. 94 of 94 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 Filipino Restaurant Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Seattle?
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. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.
How Often Are Filipino Restaurant Rankings in Seattle 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 Seattle.
Is a Filipino Restaurant a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?
In Lowell, StreetSpring forecasts a 76.0% to 80.0% average chance for a new Filipino 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 Filipino Restaurant in Seattle
Reducing vacancy starts with choosing tenants whose business type matches the neighborhood's strengths. For Filipino Restaurant tenants, Lowell provides the best survivability conditions (76.0% to 80.0%). South Lake Union and First Hill also show viable averages at 77.0% to 82.0% and 77.0% to 81.0% respectively. You can see the Survivability Score for your location for any business right now.
Our models produce survivability scores at the individual address level, not just neighborhood averages.
Related: How Landlord Representatives Can Reduce Vacancy & Increase Tenant Longevity
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Seattle for My Business Overall?
You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Seattle to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Seattle.
Related Resources
- Business Survivability Rankings: Seattle: See how Filipino Restaurant compares to all other business types in Seattle
- Best Cities to Open a Filipino Restaurant in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Filipino Restaurant
- Business Survivability in Lowell, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in South Lake Union, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
- Business Survivability in First Hill, Seattle: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood
Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Seattle are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
View technical data for Seattle
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.