A place where time slows, tequila flows, and troubles melt away. Bienvenidos, y’all.

Sylvia Casares is renowned for her full-flavored menu comprising 19 different enchiladas and delicious Mexican desserts. You’ll taste the passion and dedication she has put into her recipes when you visit one of her 2 restaurants or book her catering service.

Enjoy the El Tiempo experience at multiple locations in Houston, Texas. At El Tiempo Cantina, we make everything from scratch. From the tortillas to the salad dressings, the salsas to the desserts, we cook all of our food using generations-old family recipes. Our attention to quality and exceptional friendliness is our driving force.

Established in 1973 by Mama Ninfa Laurenzo, the Original Ninfa's is one of Houston's treasured landmark