re: What has led to Ninfa's demise? Update - New Name (Tio Javi's)

Ninfa's was franchised out and then the original firm went bankrupt. All the franchises have gone to shite. They're essentially money makers that sacrifice on food quality.

The only one worth going to is the Original Ninfa's in Houston because the people that bought it, Legacy Restaurants, decided to focus on keeping the food the same. They have upgraded the facility, which was needed, and brought in a couple local bar owners/partners to make it more than just a food destination...all of this has brought increased price, of course.