Survivability Rankings for Steakhouse in Seattle

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Seattle neighborhoods to open a Steakhouse, at a good address, from Fremont (84.0% survival) to Somerset (65.1%).

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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: Fremont: 84.0% at a good address, 79.7% at a typical address for Steakhouse (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure)
  • Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 50 of 94 ranked
  • Average across the 94 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 70.3% for Steakhouses
  • Most challenging area: Somerset: 65.1% at a good address, 56.2% 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 →

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Summary

Fremont leads Seattle's 2026 survivability rankings for Steakhouse operators, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address and 79.7% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure). Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 57.9%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Somerset, at 65.1% at a good address and 56.2% at a typical address. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.


What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Seattle to Open a Steakhouse?

Fremont ranks #1 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods in and around Seattle for Steakhouse survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 84.0% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

RankNeighborhoodMetroAt a good addressAverage (typical address)Best LocationsChallenging Locations
1FremontSeattle84.0%79.7%84.0%57.9%
2North Queen AnneSeattle84.0%78.3%84.0%59.7%
3North College ParkSeattle84.0%77.4%84.0%49.8%
4West Queen AnneSeattle84.0%72.4%84.0%50.2%
5Silver LakeSeattle84.0%71.4%84.0%52.5%
6Northwest EverettSeattle83.6%81.3%84.0%71.4%
7WoodlandSeattle83.6%80.8%84.0%73.2%
8BaysideSeattle83.6%79.5%84.0%69.6%
9RiversideSeattle83.6%79.3%84.0%68.2%
10Port GardnerSeattle83.6%78.4%84.0%53.8%

A low-ranking neighborhood can still contain high-potential storefronts: the address matters most. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

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 Seattle Would a Steakhouse Make the Most Money?

Where a Steakhouse would make the most money in or around Seattle 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.

Fremont is ranked #1 for Steakhouse survivability, at 84.0% at a good address and 79.7% at a typical address; Somerset is ranked last of the 94, at 65.1% at a good address and 56.2% 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.

Your choice of location is one of the few business decisions you can test against data before you commit. Opening a Steakhouse in Seattle requires careful location choice. Across the 94 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Steakhouse lasts two or more years is 70.3% 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 Steakhouse in or Around Seattle?

When selecting a location for a Steakhouse in or around Seattle, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. Revenue Capture Score is the top factor to weigh before signing a lease, because it measures how much of the local customer spending a business at that address can win. 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 apply advanced machine learning to massive commercial real estate datasets to build accurate models. Neighborhoods with a mix of similar businesses frequently outperform isolated locations. 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

Related: Survivability Score: How We Calculate It & Why It Matters

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 Seattle Should I Start a Steakhouse?

The highest-performing areas for this business type are Fremont, North Queen Anne, and North College Park, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Somerset, Olympic Manor, and West Lake Sammamish. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Seattle to Open a Steakhouse?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Steakhouse in Seattle is Fremont, at 84.0% at a good address and 79.7% at a typical address (5 ranked neighborhoods share the 84.0% good-address figure), followed by North Queen Anne and North College Park. 50 of the 94 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Our live tool reflects the latest competitive landscape: these static rankings may already be slightly out of date.


Can a Steakhouse 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. 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 Steakhouse 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 Steakhouse a Good Tenant for Seattle Landlords?

In Fremont, the projected chance that a new Steakhouse lasts two or more years is 79.7% at a typical address and 84.0% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Steakhouse in Seattle

The data tells a clear story for Steakhouse tenants across Seattle's top neighborhoods. Fremont leads at 79.7% at a typical address, with its best scored address at 84.0%. North Queen Anne is at 78.3% at a typical address, and North College Park at 77.4% at a typical address. Get a live Survivability Score for your specific storefront in the live tool.

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

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.


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 figures shown here.