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

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Philadelphia to open a Thai Restaurant is Hunting Park, ranked #1 at 83.6% at a good address and 76.2% at a typical address. 23 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

What is the average survivability for Thai Restaurant across Philadelphia's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 127 ranked neighborhoods in Philadelphia, the average projected chance that a Thai Restaurant lasts two or more years is 65.3% at a typical address. Hunting Park, ranked #1, is at 76.2% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Philadelphia for Thai Restaurant include Center City (ranked last, at 51.2% at a good address and 49.1% at a typical address), Washington Square, and West Passyunk. These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront.

What should I consider when opening a Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia?

The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: it is StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that address. StreetSpring computes Revenue Capture Score by projecting the business's market share based on competitor quality and quantity, mobility patterns, and forecasted consumer spending for the specific business type.

Survivability Rankings for Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia

Q: Where in Philadelphia would a Thai Restaurant make the most money?

It depends on the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. Check it in the live tool for each Philadelphia address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Thai Restaurant succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Philadelphia?

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. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Philadelphia neighborhoods to open a Thai Restaurant, at a good address, from Hunting Park (83.6% survival) to Center City.

September 22, 2026•13 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

#1 Neighborhood: Hunting Park: 83.6% at a good address, 76.2% at a typical address for Thai Restaurant

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 23 of 127 ranked

Average across the 127 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 65.3% for Thai Restaurants

Most challenging area: Center City: 51.2% at a good address, 49.1% at a typical address

Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address

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

Hunting Park leads Philadelphia's 2026 survivability rankings for Thai Restaurant operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.6% at a good address and 76.2% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 53.4%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Center City, at 51.2% at a good address and 49.1% at a typical address. Neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation: always check your specific address.

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

Hunting Park ranks #1 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods in and around Philadelphia for Thai Restaurant survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.6% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	At a good address	Average (typical address)	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Hunting Park	Philadelphia	83.6%	76.2%	84.0%	53.4%
2	Logan	Philadelphia	83.2%	73.8%	84.0%	49.4%
3	Germany Hill	Philadelphia	83.1%	75.8%	83.6%	57.9%
4	West Kensington	Philadelphia	82.6%	72.9%	83.1%	52.5%
5	Germantown Southwest	Philadelphia	82.3%	69.0%	83.1%	48.4%
6	Hartranft	Philadelphia	82.2%	75.1%	83.6%	48.0%
7	Feltonville	Philadelphia	82.2%	71.7%	83.6%	50.2%
8	Germantown East	Philadelphia	82.2%	70.5%	83.6%	48.4%
9	Glenwood	Philadelphia	82.2%	69.1%	83.6%	49.8%
10	Holmesburg	Philadelphia	82.0%	72.5%	84.0%	48.9%

A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. New competitor openings and closures happen weekly: the live tool ensures you see the latest picture.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. 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 Philadelphia Would a Thai Restaurant Make the Most Money?

Where a Thai Restaurant would make the most money in or around Philadelphia comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Hunting Park is ranked #1 for Thai Restaurant survivability, at 83.6% at a good address and 76.2% at a typical address; Center City is ranked last of the 127, at 51.2% at a good address and 49.1% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia requires careful location choice. Across the 127 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Thai Restaurant lasts two or more years is 65.3% at a typical address. A high-traffic corner that works well for a coffee shop may be entirely wrong for a specialty retailer.

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

When selecting a location for a Thai Restaurant in or around Philadelphia, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: it is StreetSpring's estimate of the revenue a business can capture at that address. 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 have been studying the businesses serving more than 180 million+ Americans. Clustering works when it draws more customers to the area than any single business could alone. StreetSpring's predictions leverage proprietary datasets covering competition, spending, and mobility. 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. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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

Our data ranks the top-performing neighborhoods as Hunting Park, Logan, and Germany Hill, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Center City, Washington Square, and West Passyunk. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia to Open a Thai Restaurant?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia is Hunting Park, at 83.6% at a good address and 76.2% at a typical address, followed by Logan and Germany Hill. 23 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

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 Philadelphia?

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. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Thai Restaurant Rankings in Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia.

Is a Thai Restaurant a Good Tenant for Philadelphia Landlords?

In Hunting Park, the projected chance that a new Thai Restaurant lasts two or more years is 76.2% at a typical address and 83.6% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Thai Restaurant in Philadelphia

Should you rent your storefront to a Thai Restaurant? The answer depends heavily on your neighborhood. Hunting Park is ranked first, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 76.2% at a typical address, followed by Logan at 73.8% at a typical address, and Germany Hill at 75.8% at a typical address. See which business types are most likely to succeed at your property address right now.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

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

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

Business Survivability Rankings: Philadelphia: See how Thai Restaurant compares to all other business types in Philadelphia
Best Cities to Open a Thai Restaurant in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Thai Restaurant
Business Survivability in Hunting Park, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Logan, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Germany Hill, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

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

View technical data for Philadelphia

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

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