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The Original Ninfa's Uptown, Houston, TX

The Original Ninfa's Uptown

4.7 (808)
$30 and under
Mexican
1700 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
If you're looking for a Houston Tex Mex restaurant, Ninfa's is not only a local icon, having serviced politicians, celebrities & even visiting royalty, their food is unbeatable. Chef Patti Delgado 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 Tex Mex dishes & fajitas around and truly enjoy a great restaurant experience.

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 808 people are saying

The Original Ninfa's Uptown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Houston

    Mexican

  • Houston

    Mexican

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Original Ninfa's Uptown is renowned for its "amazing" food and "great" service, often praised for its "world class" staff. Diners enjoy standout dishes like fajitas and the "amazing" blueberry coconut mojito. The vibrant atmosphere makes it a top choice for groups, though noise levels can be high.
808 Reviews

  1. Deena VIP

    Houston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The restaurant gave a little birthday card to grandma and made it so special for her! The whole staff sang happy birthday it was precious. Great service

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  2. Jennifer

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and drinks were all amazing!!! Would definitely go back.

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  3. Myrialis

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was delightful. We were very well taken care of, the food was incredible and they have a special on rose this month! Will absolutely come back.

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  4. Martin VIP

    Houston181 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 18, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    i HATE TO WRITE A BAD REVIEW, AS MUCH OF THE FOOD WAS GOOD. BUT THE CHICKEN WAS DRY IN CHICKEN TACO DISH AND THE GRILLED QUAIL WAS OVERDONE AND UNDERSEASONED. fORTUNATELY IT WAS "COMPED"

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Austin1 review

    3.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Tacos didn’t have any flavor. Literally plain white chicken.

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  6. Rich

    Houston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Original Ninfa's Uptown was great for brunch! Excellent food, excellent service!

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  7. Anthony

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience for our first time! We will be back!

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  8. Jose

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Muy buen servicio, ambiente agradable, muy limpio, personal muy atento, amable y coordinado para ocasiones especiales, nuevamente gracias por haber hecho de este día muy especial para mi esposa y para mí.

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  9. Austin

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have eaten at this restaurant countless times and have NEVER EVER have a bad experience. I believe our server, Mundo, has waited on us a few times. He does a great job. The food was awesome! We love this location.

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  10. Jorge

    Querétaro8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excelente servicio y mejor atención de las chicas de recepción y de Gustavo en la mesa. Estuvimos muy contentos y además nos festejaron a la cumpleañera. Gracias

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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 808 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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  3. Houston
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  5. Galleria / Uptown

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
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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