When Mama Ninfa Laurenzo first served her grilled, sliced beef in handmade flour tortillas, she had no idea she had jumpstarted a culinary revolution. The dish she created, tacos al carbon, would become known as fajitas— the bedrock of Tex-Mex cuisine. Executive Chef Adan Vasquez of 16 years, and the culinary team have continued to carry out her high standards today, serving signature favorites like Mama Ninfa’s Famous Taco al Carbon and Fajitas. Other not-to-be-missed dishes include Roasted Gulf Oysters, Shrimp A La Playa, Handmade Tamales, Cochinita Pibil, Shrimp Diablo, and the critically acclaimed Fajita Burger, and brunch favorites like Huevos Rancheros, Chilaquiles, and Buttermilk Pancakes. Don’t miss the classics and unique creations from the bar, like the famous Original Ninfarita, Mexican Mule, Uptown Carajillo, zero-proof Tranquilita Margarita, and more. Ninfa’s offers a wide selection of tequilas, Mexican wines, and beer.
A James Beard Award semifinalist in 2019, The Original Ninfa’s Restaurant masterfully combines a commitment to comfort and tradition with a sense of culinary adventure. Casual and fun, yet historic and elevated, The Original Ninfa’s offers the best Mexican food since Texas was in Mexico.™