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The Original Ninfa's Uptown, Houston, TX

The Original Ninfa's Uptown

4.6
4.6
750 Reviews
$30 and under
Mexican

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Kid-friendly
  • Good for groups
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
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Alex Padilla
  • 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 750 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

NoiseModerate

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.

750 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    Houston

    14 reviews

    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My main complaint is when we were seated there were a bunch of empty tables on one side & mostly occupied tables on the other. This is a area where you're basically sitting next to the people at the next table. When we were led to the area that was more crowded we told the hostess we preferred the other area. We like personal space when eating out & that's why we objected to that area. The service was ok. I just got the feeling our server focused more on larger parties & tables that ordered more. I understand they want to focus more on them because of a bigger tip, however, I also feel everyone should be treated the same.

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  2. Julie

    Houston

    17 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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  6. 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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  7. 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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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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 750 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
11:00 PM
Booked 17 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
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