National Neighborhood Survivability Rankings for Russian Restaurant
StreetSpring's 2026 nationwide analysis ranks the top neighborhoods across all major US cities for Russian Restaurants. See which neighborhoods offer the highest Survivability Scores.
StreetSpring's 2026 cross-market analysis reveals that Tysons in Washington DC ranks as the #1 neighborhood in the United States for opening a Russian Restaurant, with 94% survivability. The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide span 5 different cities, demonstrating that exceptional opportunities for Russian Restaurants exist across diverse markets. Because new competitors open and close each week, the exact survivability score for any specific address is always best verified in StreetSpring's live platform.
To understand the methodology behind these rankings, see our detailed guide: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
Last reviewed: May 2, 2026 by Bobby Koons, Founder & CEO, StreetSpring
Quick Summary
- #1 Neighborhood: Tysons, Washington DC — 94% survivability for Russian Restaurant
- Neighborhoods analyzed: 1426 across 24 major US cities
- National average survivability: 80.4% for Russian Restaurants
- Top-25 average: 91.4% — 10.9% above national average
- Data current as of: 2026 · Full methodology →
Table of Contents
- How neighborhoods compare nationwide
- Top 25 neighborhoods in the US
- Geographic patterns
- How to use this ranking
- Related resources
- Frequently asked questions
Cross-Country Neighborhood Comparison for Russian Restaurants
Analyzing 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities, StreetSpring's 2026 data shows that the best neighborhoods for Russian Restaurants significantly outperform average locations, with the top 25 neighborhoods nationwide averaging 91.4% survivability compared to the national neighborhood average of 80.4%.
What the nationwide score spread means for owners
This 10.9% advantage illustrates how critical neighborhood selection is — choosing a top-tier neighborhood versus an average one can significantly increase your long-term survival chances.
What the gap from top to median tells you
For a Russian Restaurant, the survivability advantage of a top-ranked neighborhood (averaging 91.4% versus the national average of 80.4%) translates directly into a longer survival horizon and a stronger revenue capture position. StreetSpring's model identifies Russian Restaurants survivability as particularly sensitive to the competitive density of direct and indirect competitors within a quarter-mile radius of the specific address.
Importantly, top-performing neighborhoods aren't concentrated in just a few cities. The top 25 neighborhoods represent 5 different cities. This means entrepreneurs focused on Russian Restaurants can find exceptional opportunities across the United States, not just in traditionally strong markets.
A great product in the wrong location will underperform; an average product in the right location can thrive.
The strongest US neighborhoods for opening a Russian Restaurant
| Comparison factor | Where high-survivability neighborhoods excel | Where lower-survivability neighborhoods fall short |
|---|---|---|
| Subtype-specific density saturation | Neighborhoods with the subtype below the optimal density curve — room for a new entrant without cannibalizing demand. | Neighborhoods at or past the saturation point for the subtype, where new entrants face zero-sum competition. |
| Commercial rent-to-revenue ratio | Neighborhoods where commercial $/sqft fits the subtype's revenue-per-sqft economics with margin. | Neighborhoods where rent inflation has outrun revenue growth — operators paying lifestyle rents. |
| Anchor-venue spillover | Neighborhoods within 0.25 miles of a major anchor (transit hub, university gate, hospital main entrance, concert venue). | Neighborhoods where the nearest anchor is past walking distance — no spillover demand. |
What competitive moat each top neighborhood has
Survivability range for top, middle, and last-ranked neighborhoods. Box = best-to-challenging range; white line = average. Tysons, Washington DC leads at 94% in 2026. Full methodology →
The top 25 neighborhoods nationwide for Russian Restaurants are:
| # | Neighborhood | City | Avg Survival | Tier | Best Locations | Challenging Locations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tysons | Washington DC | 94.4% | Great | 96.1% | 93.1% |
| 2 | Kennedy Park | Chicago | 92.9% | Great | 94.6% | 91.6% |
| 3 | Main-Chicago | Chicago | 92.8% | Great | 94.4% | 91.5% |
| 4 | Southwest | Chicago | 92.5% | Great | 94.2% | 91.2% |
| 5 | Roseland | Chicago | 92.2% | Great | 93.9% | 90.9% |
| 6 | Union | St. Louis | 92.2% | Great | 93.8% | 90.9% |
| 7 | Rogers Park | Chicago | 92.2% | Great | 93.8% | 90.9% |
| 8 | Morgan Park | Chicago | 92.0% | Great | 93.6% | 90.7% |
| 9 | Kenwood | Chicago | 91.7% | Great | 93.4% | 90.4% |
| 10 | Washington | St. Louis | 91.6% | Great | 93.3% | 90.3% |
| 11 | Peninsula | Los Angeles | 91.6% | Great | 93.2% | 90.3% |
| 12 | Harbor Drive | Miami | 91.4% | Great | 93.0% | 90.1% |
| 13 | West Village | Chicago | 91.1% | Great | 92.8% | 89.8% |
| 14 | Troy | St. Louis | 91.0% | Great | 92.6% | 89.7% |
| 15 | River North | Chicago | 90.9% | Great | 92.6% | 89.6% |
| 16 | Margate Park | Chicago | 90.7% | Great | 92.4% | 89.4% |
| 17 | West Town | Chicago | 90.6% | Great | 92.2% | 89.3% |
| 18 | Noble Square | Chicago | 90.6% | Great | 92.2% | 89.2% |
| 19 | Cabrini Green | Chicago | 90.4% | Great | 92.0% | 89.0% |
| 20 | Wildwood | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.9% | 88.9% |
| 21 | Andersonville | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.9% | 88.9% |
| 22 | Mayfair | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.9% | 88.9% |
| 23 | Edgewater | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.9% | 88.9% |
| 24 | Beach | Miami | 90.2% | Great | 91.8% | 88.9% |
| 25 | The Villa | Chicago | 90.2% | Great | 91.8% | 88.8% |
Survivability rankings at the neighborhood level describe typical conditions — any specific storefront may score higher or lower depending on its exact competitive environment.
For a full explanation of how survivability scores and ranges are calculated, see Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters.
What's true of every top-ranked US neighborhood
City Concentration
The top 25 neighborhoods span 5 different cities, with Chicago claiming 18 of the top spots (72%).
Breakdown of top 25 neighborhoods by city:
- Chicago: 18 neighborhoods (72% of top 25) — View city guide
- St. Louis: 3 neighborhoods (12% of top 25) — View city guide
- Miami: 2 neighborhoods (8% of top 25) — View city guide
- Washington DC: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
- Los Angeles: 1 neighborhood (4% of top 25) — View city guide
This distribution has practical implications for Russian Restaurants operators: cities with multiple neighborhoods in the top 25 offer more site options within a single market, reducing relocation or expansion cost. Cities with a single top-25 neighborhood require more precise site selection — the advantage is concentrated in one area rather than spread across the metro.
Why some neighborhoods score high without being downtown
The concentration of 18 top-ranked neighborhoods in Chicago (72% of the top 25) is notably high for this business category, suggesting that Chicago's market conditions — competitive density, consumer spending patterns, and demographic alignment — are unusually favorable for Russian Restaurants. Operators targeting this category should treat Chicago neighborhoods as a primary focus before expanding to secondary markets.
Using neighborhood survivability to pick Russian Restaurants sites
National rankings are a powerful starting point, but your final site decision should be validated at the address level. Powered by advanced AI, StreetSpring predicts how businesses will perform in neighborhoods across the country. Block-level conditions within any neighborhood can shift survivability by 10–20 points — this ranking narrows your search, and StreetSpring's live tool finalizes it.
For the most accurate assessment:
- Consider neighborhoods in the top 25 as strong starting points
- Examine city-specific guides for additional neighborhood options in your target markets
- Use StreetSpring's address-level tool to evaluate specific storefronts within these neighborhoods
- Factor in your budget, operational requirements, and target demographics
Each neighborhood has detailed analysis available through its city guide, providing block-by-block survivability data for Russian Restaurants.
Filtering the list to your actual constraints
See also: Best Cities for Russian Restaurant — our city-level comparison ranks which metros offer the strongest overall conditions for Russian Restaurants.
Complementary Business Types Across Tiers
Russian Restaurant success and broader neighborhood quality often correlate. Below are top, middle, and bottom-ranked neighborhoods for Russian Restaurants along with what else thrives in each:
Tysons, Washington DC — ranked #1 nationally — the strongest neighborhood for Russian Restaurants (94% survivability for Russian Restaurant) Other business types that thrive in Tysons:
- Georgian Restaurant (96% survivability)
- Veterinary Clinic (96% survivability)
- Portuguese Restaurant (96% survivability)
Greater-Uptown, Houston — ranked #714 of 1426 — a mid-ranked national neighborhood (80% survivability for Russian Restaurant) Other business types that thrive in Greater-Uptown:
- South American Restaurant (86% survivability)
- Brunch Restaurant (86% survivability)
- Chinese Restaurant (86% survivability)
Great-Lakes, Atlanta — ranked #1426 of 1426 — among the lower-ranked national neighborhoods (66% survivability for Russian Restaurant) Other business types that thrive in Great-Lakes:
- Kosher Restaurant (82% survivability)
- Juice & Smoothie Bar (82% survivability)
- Tattoo & Piercing Shop (80% survivability)
When several subtypes score well in the same neighborhood, that's a stronger signal than any single subtype's score in isolation. Use both views.
Related Resources
Explore top cities represented in these neighborhoods:
- St. Louis: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Chicago: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Miami: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Washington DC: Best businesses and neighborhoods
- Los Angeles: Best businesses and neighborhoods
National city rankings: Best cities for Russian Restaurants
Essential resources:
- How StreetSpring calculates Survivability Scores
- Site selection for landlords
- AI tools for tenant representatives
- StreetSpring vs competitors
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I compare specific addresses within these top neighborhoods?
StreetSpring's address-level tool allows you to input any commercial address and see predicted survivability for Russian Restaurants. Even within the top-ranked neighborhoods, survivability varies meaningfully by block — address-level scoring is the most precise way to evaluate a specific site.
Where can I download the underlying data?
The full national survivability dataset is available as a free download: https://streetspring.com/resources/data/national-survivability-scores-2026.csv. The CSV includes all business subtypes and neighborhoods covered in this analysis, licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Can a Russian Restaurant succeed in neighborhoods outside the top 25?
Yes — the top 25 neighborhoods represent standout conditions, but Russian Restaurants can achieve strong survivability in many other neighborhoods as well. What matters is finding a location where competitive density is low enough and consumer spending is strong enough to support the business. StreetSpring's address-level tool identifies high-survivability addresses in any neighborhood, including those not represented in this top-25 list.
Which cities appear most frequently in the top 25 neighborhoods for Russian Restaurants?
The cities most represented in the top 25 for Russian Restaurants are Chicago (18), St. Louis (3), Miami (2). This concentration reflects the relative strength of consumer demand and competitive conditions for Russian Restaurants in these markets. City-specific guides provide deeper analysis of each city's neighborhoods.
How do I interpret a survivability score?
A survivability score represents the estimated probability that a business of a specific type will still be operating at a given location after 2 years. A score of 80% means StreetSpring's model predicts an 80% chance of the business surviving past the 2-year mark at that address. Scores are calculated at the address level and reflect competitive density, consumer spending patterns, mobility data, and 80+ additional factors.
What demographic factors drive survivability for Russian Restaurants?
For Russian Restaurants, StreetSpring's model incorporates neighborhood-level demographic data including population density, median household income, employment rates, and consumer spending on this specific category. These factors vary by business type — the demographic profile that drives survivability for Russian Restaurant customers may differ significantly from what matters for other business categories.
What makes Tysons in Washington DC the best neighborhood for Russian Restaurants?
Tysons in Washington DC ranks #1 for Russian Restaurants with 94% survivability. This reflects favorable competitive dynamics — fewer direct competitors relative to available consumer spending — strong demographic alignment with Russian Restaurant customers, and local spending patterns that sustain this business category. StreetSpring's model weights these factors across all analyzed neighborhoods nationwide.
What is the difference between city-level and neighborhood-level survivability rankings for Russian Restaurants?
City-level rankings reflect average survivability for Russian Restaurants across all neighborhoods in a given city — useful for identifying which cities offer the best overall conditions. Neighborhood-level rankings go deeper, showing which specific neighborhoods within those cities rank highest. StreetSpring's address-level tool adds a third layer, scoring individual storefronts within any neighborhood.
Technical note: Aggregated national survivability rankings across all 24 metros are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.
StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the static ranges shown here.
Methodology: Neighborhood rankings are based on average Survivability Scores for Russian Restaurants across all analyzed locations within each neighborhood. Rankings represent neighborhood-level conditions but do not account for block-by-block variation. Coverage includes 1426 neighborhoods across 24 major US cities.