The original Ninfa's in Houston Serving Authentic Mexican Cuisine
(713) 228-1175
2704 Navigation Blvd
(Canal Street)
Houston,
TX
77003
29.757213
-95.34266
Neighborhoods: Second Ward, South Central
What People Are Saying About The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
The Owner
The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
Owner
Located on Navigation Boulevard just minutes from the heart of downtown Houston, the Original Ninfa's was all started with Mama Ninfa Laurenzo's creative TexMex recipes. These led to the introduction of fajitas & Mexican cuisine to North America which gained immediate success. If you're looking for a Houston Mexican restaurant, Ninfa's on Navigation 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…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
In Short – Ask anyone who's ever been to this original Ninfa's if it's better than the franchises around the city and you'll get a resounding "yes." Local socials know to flock here by 7pm Sunday nights for the high-energy scene. Tex-Mex purists delight in the kitschy decor and Tecate. Still, those looking for great fajitas and love to watch the women make the tortillas are content with the whole enchilada.
08/26/09
Just average, but prices are WAY ABOVE average
by TheBestCritic
I've been a Ninfa's on Navigation customer since the 70's, and I've seen the food, the service, and attitudes go down hill over the past 10 years. The food is average TexMex at best, the prices are very high relative to similar dishes in other TexMex restaurants. The wait staff is HORRIBLE; slow, poor, inattentive, and arrogant. They always push the "high dollar" margaritas so you'd better make sure you tell them exactly what you want. The place is DIRTY, the floors are always greasy and slick. Restrooms are deplorable, stay out of them. We've been in small groups most of the time (a friend always picks Ninfa's) and they stick us with "gratuity" added to our bill because we're a party of 6 or 8. The service is NEVER to the level of the gratuity. I suggest you go to many of the other TexMex restaurants available in Houston for 25-30% less. Bring back Mama Ninfa!!!!
- Pros: Parking, flour tortillas, Sauces
- Cons: Prices, Cleanliness, Service
08/16/09
good food, good margaritas
by BarryS
We always go eat at ninfas and eat the special alavery (sp) and awesome margaritas each time before we go to the Astros games.
07/26/09
Best Mexican food
by peachburrito
Aside from my abuela's cooking, this is my favorite place in Houston for Mexican food. I love, love, love it!
- Pros: Excellent food and service
- Cons: Neighborhood not the safest
The Details on The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
What to Drink:
The lime-laden Ninfaritas. But watch out, because they pack a punch.
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
Message from The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
- Houston Mexican Restaurant
- Voted Best Margaritas
- Weekend Brunch/Outdoor Dining
Located on Navigation Boulevard just minutes from the heart of downtown Houston, the Original Ninfa's was all started with Mama Ninfa Laurenzo's creative TexMex recipes. These led to the introduction of fajitas & Mexican cuisine to North America which gained immediate success.
If you're looking for a Houston Mexican restaurant, Ninfa's on Navigation 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 the outdoor deck, dine on the best Mexican dishes & fajitas around & truly enjoy the great restaurant experience.
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