The Original Ninfa's Uptown

4.7

785 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

23 Mar 2025

22:00

Booked 25 times today

Good for groups
Good for business meals
Neighbourhood gem

If you're looking for a Houston Mexican restaurant, Ninfa's is not only a local icon, having serviced politicians, celebrities & even visiting royalty, their Mexican food is unbeatable. Chef Alex Padilla uses only top quality ingredients, like Mama Ninfa herself did, & fresh Gulf of Mexico seafood like red snapper, jumbo shrimp & more.

Voted Best Margaritas, you can enjoy Ninfaritas on our spacious patios, dine on the best Mexican dishes & fajitas around and truly enjoy a great restaurant experience.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
Phone number
(346) 335-2404
Website
http://www.ninfas.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Alex Padilla

Location
1700 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056
Area
Galleria / Uptown
Cross Street
San Felipe
Parking details
There is valet directly in front of the restaurant and a large complimentary parking garage for the building.
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 785 people are saying

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

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Houston
Mexican
Houston
Mexican

Review summary

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The Original Ninfa's Uptown offers "incredible food" and a "wonderful atmosphere," making it a Houston institution. Guests rave about the "great service," particularly by standout servers like Bennie and Santos. The menu features a mix of traditional and unique Tex-Mex dishes, with highlights including the Ninfaritas and fajitas. Despite occasional noise and service hiccups, most patrons enjoy a satisfying dining experience.

785 Reviews

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Rev Wendy
Denver2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ninfas is the original Tex Mex and despite the family no longer owning the places— still an institution. Worth the walk down memory lane.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Jose was amazing! The drinks and food were great!
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Shannon
Greater Boston6 reviews
2.0
Dined on 14 March 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Heard great things about this place so ordered fajitas & queso. Chips were thick and salsa had no flavor. The amount of fajitas you get was significant, but again there wasn’t much flavor. We will not be back & I can’t recommend.
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teamtj77
San Francisco4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 9 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Made a reservation for a group of 10. Great service, great food and nice atmosphere.
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Tommy
Houston7 reviews
5.0
Dined on 4 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had guests in town and took them to Ninfa’s for fajitas and guacamole. They LOVED IT! Santos, our waiter, was awesome.
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Jill VIP
New York City3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The fajitas were good- I didj not care for the ceviche. Also it took a long time to get our drinks
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Barry
Houston5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Awesome patio experience. Jonathan is a star. Food was perfectly prepared although rice could have been warmer.
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Robert VIP
Houston77 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our waitress Bennie was superb The food was great The noise level was just right And the vibe was solid
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Mario
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The table reserved was not available at the reservation time and when we were given the table it was not the type selected through opentable. Good food and drinks and great service
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Paul VIP
Houston3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was my first time to eat there. The service was world class and the food was outstanding. Friendly experienced staff across the board
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FAQs

The Original Ninfa's Uptown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (346) 335-2404.

The Original Ninfa's Uptown is rated 4.7 stars by 785 OpenTable diners.

The Original Ninfa's Uptown does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

23 Mar 2025

22:00

Booked 25 times today

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1700 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056

Additional information

Cross Street
San Felipe
Area
Galleria / Uptown
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–14:00 Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00–16:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 16:00–23:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is valet directly in front of the restaurant and a large complimentary parking garage for the building.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Alex Padilla
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.ninfas.com/
Phone number
(346) 335-2404

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