As the name implies, this is where it all started. If you believe the legend, Mama Ninfa was (is) the patron saint of Tex-Mex. In her tiny kitchen, she cranked out the world's first fajitas. She also popularized the margarita, turned the first avocado into guacamole and concocted a green sauce with healing powers.

Mama Ninfa has left this mortal coil and the restaurants bearing her name has been gobbled up by the man, but this outpost hangs on to her memory and most of her recipes.

Greatly expanded in recent years to include a real parking lot and large patio deck, the restaurant still manages to draw hordes who wait patiently for a table. Some of the waiters have been serving Mama's sizzingly plates of fajitas for more than 20 years. Just ask.

Vibe: Old school

Hours

• Monday-Friday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
• Saturday-Sunday: 10 a.m.-11 p.m.
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Price

Additional Details

Additional details

Cuisine: Mexican

Standout item: Tacos al Carbon

Menu: Menus

Take out: Yes

Delivery: Yes

Signature drink: Ninfarita

Parking: Self parking and valet parking

Group friendly: Yes

Patio: Yes

Atmosphere: Lots of regulars

Additional details

Smoking allowed: On patio

Meals served: Brunch, Lunch, Dinner

Alcohol: Beer, Wine, Liquor

Noise: Loud

Dress code: Casual

Average price: $10 to $20

Bathroom: Crazy small and vintage

Handicap accessible: Yes

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