Where to Eat In Houston - The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

The Original Ninfa's on Navigation is located in Houston's Second Ward District - only a short walk away from the homes of the Houston Astros and the Houston Rockets. Founded in 1973, The Original Ninfa's on Navigation is a local landmark, having served politicians, celebrities, and even visiting royalty. This long-time casual spot was named after original owner "Mama" Ninfa Laurenzo. Mama Ninfa’s high standards and her creative TexMex recipes led to this popular food spot becoming a staple in the community.

Where to Eat In Houston - The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

Mama Ninfa Laurenzo created The Original Ninfa’s on Navigation after the death of her husband, John. She started grilling skirt steak and serving it in tortillas from her family’s struggling tortilla factory. These “Tacos al Carbon” - a.k.a. “fajitas” - led to Mama Ninfa becoming a Houston legend. The Original Ninfa's on Navigation was bought in 2007 by Niel Morgan and Chef Alex Padilla. These two, as well as Mama Ninfa’s long-time staff, have maintained what makes this restaurant so special while also offering updates on the menu that only improve your overall experience. We recommend trying Mama Ninfa's Famous Tacos al Carbon - of course. Another fantastic option is their critically acclaimed Fajita Burger - our favorite dish on the menu.

Where to Eat In Houston - The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
Where to Eat In Houston - The Original Ninfa's on Navigation
Where to Eat In Houston - The Original Ninfa's on Navigation

There's no better place in Houston to grab a cocktail than at The Original Ninfa's on Navigation. Their margaritas have been voted as being Houston’s best! We loved the original Ninfarita, although you won't be disappointed with whatever you order. It's very easy to get carried away and to have a few too many margaritas at The Original Ninfa's on Navigation, but who said that that was a bad thing?

When considering where to eat in Houston, be sure to think of The Original Ninfa's on Navigation! The Original Ninfa's on Navigation is always a popular destination for sports fans travelling to Houston for Houston Astros games, Houston Texans games, and Houston Rockets games!

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