The Original Ninfa's on Navigation Menu (Update 2025)
The Original Ninfa's on Navigation is a Tex-Mex gem located in Houston, Texas. This iconic restaurant offers a wide range of Mexican dishes, from Antojitos like Guacamole Jalapeños and Chile con Queso to Mama Ninfa's Original Tacos al Carbon. The menu also features delicious salads like the Verde Salad and hearty dishes like the India Tostada. Customers rave about the mouthwatering fajitas and flavorful cocktails, such as the Ninfaritas. The vibrant atmosphere, friendly staff, and exceptional food make dining at The Original Ninfa's a memorable experience. Make sure to try their signature dishes and don't forget to indulge in their delectable desserts for a truly authentic Tex-Mex experience.
Antojitos
Guacamole
Jalapeños, Onions, Cilantro, Tomatoes, and Fresh Lime
Chile con Queso
Spicy Cheese and Pepper Dip
Queso Asado
Panela Cheese Baked in our Wood Oven with Chiles Torreados, Tomatillo Sauce, Curtido, and Avocado
Queso Flameado
Melted Cheese and Chorizo Casserole, Prepared Tableside
Ceviche*
Gulf Shrimp and Red Snapper with Jalapeños, Tomatoes, Avocado, and Onions
Mushroom Quesadillas
Fresh Corn Tortillas with Mushrooms, Poblano Peppers, Mexican Cheeses, Onions, and Avocado tomatillo salsa
Nachos
Based on the 'Original Nacho' Prepared with Melted Cheese on House-Made Tortilla Chips with Beans, Sour Cream, Jalapeños, and Guacamole
Crab Tostadas
Three Creamy Guacamole Tostadas, Blue Crab Tossed in Escabeche Vinaigrette, Pickled Carrots
Caesar Salad
The Original 1924 Tijuana Recipe with Shaved Manchego Cheese and Roasted Garlic
India
Tostada Topped with Refried Beans, Cheese, Romaine Lettuce, Pico de Gallo, and Your Choice of Chicken or Beef Fajitas*
Verde Salad
Romaine Blend, Avocado, Pepitas, Cotija Cheese, Pipian Verde Dressing
Sopa Azteca
Chile-Tomato Broth, Roasted Chicken, Avocado, Cotija, Crispy Totopos
Caldos Y Ensaladas
Mama Ninfa's Original Tacos al Carbon
One Taco a la Ninfa
Two Tacos a la Ninfa
Antiguas
Cheese and Ranchera Sauce
Suizas
Wood Oven Roasted Chicken with Avocado, Crema Mexicana, and Green Onions
Del Mar
Gulf Shrimp and Gulf Blue Lump Crabmeat with Chipotle Cream Sauce
Carnitas
Roasted Pork, Cheese, Crema Mexicana, Avocado, Beef Gravy, and Salsa de Tomatillo
Mole
Wood Oven Roasted Chicken Breast in Poblano Mole Sauce, Avocado, and Crema Mexicana
Tejanas
Brisket Picadillo, Beef Fajita, Ranchero-Chile Gravy, Aged Cheddar Cheese, Cilantro, Cebollita
Enchiladas
Fajita Plates
Marinated and Grilled Beef* Skirt Steak
Served with Rice and Your Choice of Beans
Grilled Chicken
Served with Rice and Your Choice of Beans
Chicken and Beef* Combination
Served with Rice and Your Choice of Beans
Grilled Veggie "Fajitas"
With Assorted Seasonal Vegetables. Served with Rice and Your Choice of Beans
Ninfa's 'Award Winning' Fajita Burger
Ground and Chopped Fajita, Topped with Grilled Onions, Poblanos, Avocado, Cheese, Chipotle Aioli, and Served with Roasted Potato Wedges
Woodfire Grilled Quail
Pickled Carrots
Shrimp a la Playa
Bacon Wrapped Diablo Shrimp
Beef Tamale
Jalapeno Rellenitos
Jalapeno Stuffed with Chorizo and Cheddar Cheese, Wrapped in Bacon
Fajita Extras
Famous "Off the Menu" Toppings
Berry
Tomatoes, Onions, Jalapeños, and Mushrooms
Chihuahua
Bacon, Peppers, Onions, and Cheese
Redfish Zarandeado
On the Half Shell with a traditional Nayarit Marinade, Crispy Potatoes, Refried Black Beans
Snapper Veracruzano
Gulf Red Snapper, Wood Oven Roasted Tomato, Caper and Olive Sauce, Crispy Potatoes, Poblano Rice
Plato Costeno
Gulf Fish Taco, Three Shrimp a la Playa, Mini India, Blue Crab Tostada, Salsa Tomatillo
Platos del Mar
Platos Tejanos
El Eddie
Choice of Crispy or Soft Flour Tacos with Ground Beef Brisket Picadillo or Shredded Chicken
Tejas Combo
Choice of Chicken or Beef* Fajitas, a Crispy Beef Taco, and a Cheese Enchilada with Beef Gravy
El Henry
A Beef Brisket Tamale, a Crispy Beef Taco, and a Cheese Enchilada with Beef Gravy
Flautas
Your Choice of Shredded Chicken or Beef Brisket with Onions, Guacamole, Crema Mexicana, and Coleslaw
Delicioso
Enchilada Suiza, Beef Flauta, Choice of Beef or Chicken Taco Al Carbon
Grilled Quail
Two Quail, Jalapeno Rellenito, Smoked Sausage, Ensalda de Nopales, Charro Beans, Tortillas
Pollo Asado Estilo NL
Half a Chicken, Grilled with Salsa Adobo, Tomato and Cucumber Salad, Tortillas
Costillas de Res
Thin, Cross Cut Beef Short Rib, Ensalada de Nopales, Salsa Molcajete, Tortillas
Platos Fuertes
Ninfa's Mixtas
El Nopalito (Serves 2-3)
Beef and Chicken Fajitas, Shrimp a la Playa, Costillas de Res
Parilla Mixta (Serves 2-3)
Beef and Chicken Fajitas, Shrimp a la Playa, Carnitas, Costillas de Res and Rellenitos
Aguas Frescas
Made Fresh Daily
Natura Filter Water
gratis