Ninfa's on Navigation – Mexican
Steeped in culinary history, this legendary Houston landmark hums with a vibrant energy where the aroma of handmade tortillas and sizzling iron skillets fills the air. Diners gather around tables laden with bowls of creamy guacamole and bubbling pots of queso flameado, while coastal-inspired crab tostadas and savory mushroom quesadillas offer a fresh, elevated take on traditional comforts. Whether sipping a bright cocktail on the patio or tucking into a steaming bowl of Aztec soup in the bustling dining room, every visit feels like a soulful celebration of time-honored flavors.
2704, Navigation Boulevard, Houston, TX, 77003 +17132281175 https://ninfas.com0Cuisine: Mexican
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, high-fiber, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Ninfa's on Navigation
Dairy-Free at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Sausage, Crispy Potatoes and Pickled Carrots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole, Smoked Sausage and Pickled Carrots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 11 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Snapper Veracruzano, Guacamole and Buttermilk Pancakes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 2 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coastal Cocktail and Suizas Enchiladas. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 1 keto-tagged dish on its current menu, including Tranquilita Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pickled Carrots and Tranquilita Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Crispy Potatoes, Pickled Carrots and Tranquilita Margarita. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Ninfa's on Navigation
Ninfa's on Navigation in Houston has 9 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Guacamole, Buttermilk Pancakes and Crispy Potatoes. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Ninfa's on Navigation
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Tejanas Enchiladas | 21.1 g | 52.6 g |
| Aztec Soup | 38.9 g | 41.8 g |
| Queso Flameado | 45.8 g | 40.4 g |
| Crispy Potatoes | 29.6 g | 33.3 g |
| Original Nachos | 73.9 g | 31.4 g |
| Mexican Breakfast | 59 g | 31.3 g |
| Suizas Enchiladas | 42.4 g | 29.1 g |
| Queso Asado | 16.7 g | 28.2 g |
| Snapper Veracruzano | 42.6 g | 27.8 g |
| Chilaquiles | 46.5 g | 26.1 g |
| Fajita Burger | 4.2 g | 23.2 g |
| Del Mar Enchiladas | 71.4 g | 23.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Appetizers
- Guacamole - $12: Creamy Avocado, Jalapeño, Tomato, Cilantro, Onion, Lime Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Chile Con Queso - $13: Sharp Cheddar and Melting Cheese, Pico De Gallo, Flour Totopos Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Asado - $14: Wood Oven Seared Panela Cheese, Chiles Toreados, Tomatillo Salsa, Escabeche, Avocado Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Queso Flameado - $15: Mexican White Melting Cheese with House-Made Chorizo Prepared Tableside Dietary tags: Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Coastal Cocktail - $12: Gulf Shrimp, Blue Crab, Cucumber, Avocado, Jicama, Tomato-Citrus Juice Dietary tags: High-Protein, Halal, Pescatarian, South-Beach, Alkaline, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Crab Tostadas - $22: Three Creamy Guacamole Tostadas, Blue Crab Tossed in Escabeche Vinaigrette, Pickled Carrots Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Mushroom Quesadillas - $13: Corn Tortillas, Mexican White Melting Cheese, Wood Oven Roasted Mushrooms, Poblanos, Avocado-Tomatillo Salsa Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Original Nachos - $14: Cheddar Cheese, Frijoles Puercos, Jalapeño, Sour Cream, Guacamole on House-Made Chips Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
Salads and Soups
- Aztec Soup - $14: Chile-Tomato Broth, Roasted Chicken, Avocado, Cotija, Crispy Totopos Dietary tags: High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Caesar Salad - $12: Romaine, Croutons, Shaved Parmesan Cheese, Lemon, Classic Caesar Dressing Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
- Verde Salad - $12: Romaine Blend, Avocado, Peptias, Cotija Cheese, Pipian Verde Dressing Dietary tags: Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, TLC Available at: dinner, lunch
- India Tostada - $14: Flour Tostada, Frijoles Puercos, Cotija Cheese, Chopped Romaine, Pico De Gallo, Radish Available at: dinner, lunch
Main Courses
- Fajita Burger - $24: Ground and Chopped Fajita, Grilled Onions, Poblanos, Cheese, Chipotle Aioli, Roasted Potato Wedges Dietary tags: South-Beach, High-Fiber Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Fajitas Tacos Al Carbon - $25: Two Tacos with Pico de Gallo, Guacamole, and Chile con Queso Available at: dinner, lunch
- Redfish Zarandeado - $30: On the Half Shell with Nayarit Marinade, Crispy Potatoes, Refried Black Beans Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Snapper Veracruzano - $32: Gulf Red Snapper, Wood Oven Roasted Tomato, Caper and Olive Sauce, Crispy Potatoes, Poblano Rice Dietary tags: Halal, Pescatarian, Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol Available at: dinner, lunch
- Beef Short Ribs - $24: Thin, Cross Cut Beef Short Rib, Cactus Salad, Molcajete Salsa, Tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
- Grilled Quail - $32: Two Quail, Jalapeño Rellenito, Smoked Sausage, Cactus Salad, Charro Beans, Tortillas Available at: dinner, lunch
Enchiladas
- Antiguas Enchiladas - $17: Aged Cheddar Cheese, Salsa Ranchera, Roasted Cherry Tomato, Cebollita, Queso Fresco Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tejanas Enchiladas - $24: Brisket Picadillo, Beef Fajita, Ranchero-Chile Gravy, Aged Cheddar Cheese Available at: dinner, lunch
- Suizas Enchiladas - $19: Roasted Chicken, Monterey Jack Cheese, Tomatillo Poblano Sauce, Crema Dietary tags: High-Protein Available at: dinner, lunch
- Del Mar Enchiladas - $25: Gulf Shrimp, Blue Crab, Chipotle Cream Sauce, Monterey Jack Cheese Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: dinner, lunch
Brunch
- Huevos Rancheros - $16: Two Eggs, Carnitas and Cheese on a Tostada, Frijoles Puercos, Salsa Ranchera Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory, High-Fiber Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Mexican Breakfast - $16: Chorizo and Egg Plate served with Frijoles Puercos, Crispy Potatoes, choice of Nueske Bacon or Smoked Sausage Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Chilaquiles - $17: Salsa Verde or Ranchera, Shredded Chicken, Tortilla Chips, Two Fried Eggs Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Red Pozole - $15: Pork and Hominy in Spicy Broth, Shredded Cabbage, Crunchy Toppings, Tostadas Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory Available at: brunch, dinner, lunch
- Buttermilk Pancakes - $10: Maple or Jamaica Syrup and Whipped Butter Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC Available at: breakfast, brunch
Sides
- Nueske Applewood Smoked Bacon - $5 Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Smoked Sausage - $5 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Crispy Potatoes - $5 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Pickled Carrots - $2 Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, High-Fiber, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- The Original Ninfarita - $11: 100% Agave Tequila Blanco Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Tranquilita Margarita - $15: Ocho Verde Cannabis Spirit, Cut Above Blanco, Lime Juice, Cucumber (4mg THC) Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Renal, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Mule - $13: Cazadores Blanco, Lime Juice, Ginger Syrup, Passion Fruit, Ginger Beer
- Aguas Frescas - $5: Made Fresh Daily Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Mexican Coca Cola - $5
- Espresso - $6
Frequently Asked Questions about Ninfa's on Navigation
- Is Ninfa's on Navigation dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Ninfa's on Navigation has 3 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Smoked Sausage, Crispy Potatoes and Pickled Carrots.
- What can I eat at Ninfa's on Navigation on a dairy-free diet?
- Smoked Sausage, Crispy Potatoes and Pickled Carrots carry the dairy-free tag, out of 3 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Ninfa's on Navigation have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Crispy Potatoes and Pickled Carrots.
- Is Ninfa's on Navigation gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Ninfa's on Navigation?
- Tejanas Enchiladas, at roughly 52.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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