The Original Ninfa's Uptown

4.6

749 Reviews

$30 and under

Mexican

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Good for business meals

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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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Mexican, Tex-Mex
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
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
Neighborhood
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 749 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Houston
Mexican
Houston
Kid-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Original Ninfa's Uptown is a beloved spot for authentic Tex-Mex, celebrated for its "amazing" food and "fantastic service." Patrons rave about the Tacos ala Ninfa, Ninfaritas, and the fresh ceviche. While some find it a bit loud, its vibrant atmosphere and attentive staff make it a "great evening" destination.

749 Reviews

J
Julie
Houston
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The staff was great on customer service, and we loved sitting on the back patio. Great ambiance!
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I had an amazing experience at Ninfa’s Uptown. The food was delicious followed by an amazing service from the staff. The atmosphere was great.
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Kim
Edmonton
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Our server was outstanding. The food was excellent.
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Adam
New Orleans
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Patio dining at this classic Houston staple is always a treat when the weather was as nice as today. The margaritas at Ninfa’s are a key highlight to the experience. I attended with my small family and local dinner guests and the wait staff as patient and attentive. My Del Mar enchiladas were exceptional, though I had wished there was one more for the price. My partner’s fajita burger was not as good as it was prior, but still a great meal. I would rate the over all as a 7/10 dining this evening. The patio is loud and by the street, which does break the enchantment some, but parking is free and easy which is a major plus. We are looking forward to our next visit.
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Diana
Houston
41 reviews
vip
5.0
41 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous food and pet friendly. Breakfast on Sunday starts at 10 am and we enjoyed the pancakes, the scrambled egg tacos. The sausage is a delicious big link we shared. Mimosas and beer for breakfast of course!
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Robert
Houston
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on October 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great patio dining. Friendly and efficient service. Good food.
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washington
Nashville
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The service was great! Food was kinda bland we got the Ninfa burger. Wasn’t really impressed but it filled my belly! Drinks were good though we got skinny margaritas. Overall it was a good experience, just wish the food was better.
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OpenTable Diner
Tampa
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
“I had the ceviche and a seafood platter, and both dishes were exceptional. The ceviche was incredibly fresh, with the delicate shrimp perfectly balanced by the tangy citrus marinade. The addition of sliced radishes, cilantro, and jalapeños added a refreshing kick, while the smooth sauce tied all the flavors together. The seafood platter was equally impressive, featuring grilled shrimp with a smoky spice rub that was rich in flavor but not overwhelming. The seared scallops were cooked to perfection, with a crispy exterior and tender inside. The accompaniments of pickled vegetables provided a great contrast to the richness of the seafood.
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Amanda
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service. Even better food. Good business lunch spot
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Mehak
Houston
2 reviews
vip
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 10, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service and ambience for phenomenal! Was expecting a little more with the fajitas!
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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 4.6 stars by 749 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.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 22 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Original Ninfa's Uptown

1700 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056

Additional information

Cross street
San Felipe
Neighborhood
Galleria / Uptown
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
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, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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

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The Original Ninfa's Uptown

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Popular dishes

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What 749 people are saying

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Review summary

FAQs

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Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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