This is a small counter-service place with great food. My friend and I like to ride to Payson and have B'fast there bc of the food and location. It's clean and the cashier is very pleasant. Never been dissatisfied. The place is set back from the road a bit so it could be a little hard to spot...the first time read more

Honestly, the food is very tasty and we were pleased with our selection. We used to go to one of the other places in town and an employee of mine told me that this one was better. They don't have quite the selection of the other place, but the food is very good. My only criticism would be. There was not much in the way of carrots left by the time we got there on Sunday and they put the guacamole on the chips instead of giving it to you on the side. So the chips got sort of soggy by the time we got home. I will definitely have the shrimp tacos again. It was delicious and my son was very pleased with his Carne Asada tacos with guacamole. We also had a Carne Asada quesadilla and the famous chips with the guacamole already on them. Everything tasted very good. The inside is not anything fancy, but there's a few seats and there's a salsa bar with really nice salsa, limes, and if you can go when they are not out of carrots, there are carrots. I wished that their pickled carrots had more garlic in them. So I guess that would be my second criticism or more of a suggestion. The people there are very nice and if you can find the place you should go. read more

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I love this little hole in the wall Mexican place. The breakfast burritos are really good. I prefer this place over oscars... Me and my fiance are not in the same boat. read more

Breakfast burritos folded, tight and perfect. Nice tortilla, while shy on the bacon it was very good. Chorizo burrito was great, not greasy at all. One of the better ones we've had in a long time. Burritos were about $7.50, great price. read more

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All the burritos I have here are good. But idk nothing beats the chill Relleno. It's delicious VERY FAST service. read more

Going through Payson and had a bean and cheese burrito craving....it wouldn't go away....I needed a fix. I'd liken Alfonso's to Los Favritos, but a tad bit better. Is it the best out there? Not at all...but it solves problems. The burrito was big, tasted good and satisfied my craving. The chicken taco was a toss in...it was ok. Both lived up to the expectations I had and I walked away full and happy. Plenty of seating outside...as you can see in the pics, it's a small place but enough seating for passers by. The staff were friendly and the store was clean. In a scale of 1 - 10, I'd come back for another. read more

Alfonso's Mexican Food - Love little stops like this - Mexican Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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This weekend was my second time trying Alfonso's. I had the California burrito both times. It was very flavorful and the carne asada was extremely tender. This time I added 2 cheese enchiladas as well. Another great item. I will definitely eat here again when in the Payson area. read more

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Being from San Diego, I'm very qualified at judging decent and crap Mexican fast food. We have plenty of crap Mexican food places here in San Diego, but also some stellar ones. I got a crispy chicken taco from Alfonso's and it was actually good! As far as fast food crispy chicken tacos go, I would order another one! read more

So if you look at all my reviews you'll see that it's rare for me to find a dive-y Mexican food restaurant I don't like. Normally all my reviews are 5 stars even though the restaurants are a little grimy. However I did not like this restaurant! The reason is that the food just didn't taste good to me. The carnitas was yummy but was like 50% inedible fat in my tacos. No bueno! Also, I pretty much never meet a bean and cheese burrito that I don't devour - but here I left mine half uneaten which NEVER happens (and I live in Southern California where we have tons of Mexican food restaurants so I know what good beans taste like!). The flavor was just weird and there was also barely any cheese in my burrito. Instead of being called a bean & cheese burrito it should have been called a 'murky tasting beans only burrito'. Also it was DRIPPING in grease - I know these can be greasy but this one was swimming with grease so much I had to get extra napkins and get another plastic bag to contain all the grease. We also got a bacon, egg, potato breakfast burrito but it was really bland - even with the salsa. Overall, I was super disappointed with this restaurant despite all the good reviews. The only things that were good were the service and the fountain drinks. read more

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For one of our last meals in Arizona, we had to get Mexican food. So after hiking around the Tonto National Forest, we drove through Payson and found Alfonso's Mexican Food, which satisfied our craving. Located along a major road, Alfonso's Mexican Food was easy to find as it's located in a small business strip with plenty of parking. There were a few tables outside, and the dining space inside is on the smaller side. However, we visited on a weekday in the late afternoon and the place wasn't busy. You order and pay at the counter and they will deliver your food to you at your table. It's a casual spot. There was a lot to choose from at Alfonso's Mexican Food, and it helped there were photos of the items posted on the wall. My partner and I shared the carnitas plate, the machaca plate, beef nachos and a side of green chile. Yes, we had hella leftovers! The food was delicious. Everything we ordered was definitely satisfying and filling, and I liked that there was a salsa bar here that we could help ourselves to. All of the meat was tender, the toppings were loaded and the tortillas were warm and fresh. It also made for yummy leftovers! If you're in Payson and have a desire for some classic Mexican dishes in a casual setting then Alfonso's Mexican Food has your back. It made for a tasty meal that ended up filling us up for days after. Noms! read more

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OK, this place is totally ridiculous and I mean that in the best possible way They used to have a little place here in Phoenix, but now just the Payson store. It's probably the best little Mexican hole in the wall. I have eaten at in a long long time, we stopped in for breakfast on our way to a cabin in Strawberry Arizona and had breakfast burritos again they were ridiculous. They were so freaking good. I'm a big guy and a big eater and I couldn't finish my breakfast burrito ..They were so big and stuffed to the max with meat and eggs and all kinds of other great stuff. The salsa bar was spotless. The salsa was amazing, but the star was the Horchata best Horchata I've had in as long as I can remember this is a definite place to check out if you're heading through Payson and it's hard to find it's way back in the corner, but it's worth looking for . read more

stopped here for breakfast burritos before hiking a couple times. Breakfast burritos are huge and really hit the spot great place to stop.

The BEST Menudo I have had in a long time. The staff is friendly and very efficient. I can't wait to try other dishes there next time.

Such a good stop for Mexican. Driving though payson and the food was delicious and out quick.

Best Mexican food in town. The service is always great. Love the salsa bar and hot carrots too. They make delicious burritos and combo plates read more

Stopped here for a quick breakfast before going into the Out of Africa park. We had three families with 6 kids. They were quick, friendly and the food was really good. Restaurant and restrooms were clean. We will be making this a regular stop when we come through here. read more

I know this took me awhile to write this review, but better late than never. Back in November of 2023 my son and I arranged to have Alfonso's cater the food for my son's wedding reception. We met with "Israel" to plan the menu and make the delivery arrangements. The wedding was held at a home located behind Kohl's Ranch approximately 17 miles outside of Payson. Israel and his team delivered the delicious food hot, fresh and on time! There was also plenty of food for everyone to enjoy! I would highly recommend hiring Alfonso's if you need delicious food at a very reasonable price for your next occasion. read more

Good food, was not expecting such good taco shop food in Payson. The people here are awesome and make authentic Mexican food. Great burritos and tacos, great salsa bar. So legit! read more

If you're look for a good quick meal in Payson I enjoyed my breakfast burrito. Don't sit outside though the flys are overflowing.

Ordered a chorizo burrito and breakfast burrito. Both were fresh, delicious and hot! We will be back again.

Usually great food and great service. Tonight not so much. While waiting for our food, our meal was given to others, went out the door, came back about 5 minutes later. That's when I requested that the food to be re-cooked. When the meal was finally delivered, I spoke to the young man expressing that we do come here often and that this is the second time in a row that we had an issue. He was standofish and flat rude. read more

This is so mjmmmmnmhkc so good. The salsa bar is fantastic. Went late at night on my way to Phx from Showlow. The service was so friendly and quick yum yum yum read more

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Small place with about 6 tables that fit 4 people each. However food was great. They had tripas which my husband loves. The tripas was made perfect, crispy. read more

they are juuuuust but far from me, but whenever i go i get that amazing beef burrito!! all their food is great!! read more

Bar none the best authentic Mexican food in Payson! Breakfast burritos are amazing! Don't let the small building and location fool you. It's the #1 go to place for Mexican food in Payson. read more

The food was amazing, super fast too!! We stopped on our way through Payton and I'm glad we did!!!

Good place to stop on your way through town. Not a destination by any stretch of the imagination, but it is a good stop for a quick bite to eat in Payson. read more

I've had the chile relleno burrito on multiple occasions and it was absolutely delicious. My husband has gotten a couple of other things and no complaints. I also got a chicken quesadilla once that was exactly what I expected, satisfying and comforting. There's a big line at lunchtime so call ahead. read more

Food was good. Didn't get what I ordered. Somehow my carne asada burrito turned into a breakfast burrito. I can't seem to get any of the correct food in payson from these fast food Mexican restaurants. Least their salsa had a kick. read more

Keep on driving! This is some of the worst Mexican food I have had. I had a taco salad that came with shredded beef - ask me how I know??? Because I found 2 pieces of shredded beef inside. The worst part was the taste look at my other reviews I do not generally bash a place. The girl at the counter was very sweet and friendly which is the one star of the place . Trust me just keep on driving.... read more

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Called in our order and it was ready when we arrived. Excellent carne asada and loved the warm chips. Can't wait to try another menu item

Always fresh. Simple and good Mexican food. The burritos, especially breakfast burritos are outstanding. Chorizo is my fav.

Wow....I'm impressed, good service and wait till u taste the food!!! Ordered the chille relleno plate and a tamarindo drink....seriously so fricking good. From the time we ordered we had our food on our table in less than 10 mins. read more

Alfonso's Mexican Food - Mexican Near Me - Payson, Arizona

Stayed in Payson overnight and seen the good reviews at this place so we went for dinner great food!!! Everything was delicious salsas are delicious also the gentleman who helped us was welcoming highly recommend this place read more

Was in Payson and looking for something to eat that didn't break the bank and wasn't a fast food hamburger place, and thanks to Yelp we found Alfonso Mexican Food, so that's where we were headed to. After checking out the menu, I went with the #22, a carne asada burrito with beans & rice, I also added to the order 2 of the mini street tacos, again carne asada. The street tacos were meat, onions and cilantro on 2 small corn tortillas and were pretty tasty. The carne asada burrito had meat, guac and onions, and it too was pretty tasty as well. They have a nice selection of salsas to pick from too, even some carrots & jalapenos. If driving through and looking for a cheap fast place to stop, give Alfonso a try! read more

Alex was very helpful and friendly!! Great service and food was even better!! Must stop shop read more

Alfonso's Mexican Food - Mexican Near Me - Payson, Arizona

Pretty fast, we placed a phone order and picked up in 10 minutes. However, nobody wears mask during Covid 19 second wave high period, including cashier, all customer, everybody. Shrimp burrito is way too too spicy ... can't finish it because it's way too spicy. Did they just think it's ketchup? Good amount of shrimp though. read more

Alfonso's Mexican Food - Shrimp burrito - Mexican Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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Excellent food! Great prices. I Love this place!! I had the shrimp tacos & they are out of this world!

Yummy carnitas tacos!!! Generous portions of meat and guac .....yum! We went to the Danzeisen Creamery nearby for milk shakes and stumbled upon this gem as well! read more

This is our "go to" for pick up Mexican food in Payson. The carne adovada is great and much better than any served in typical restaurants. Service is great, portions generous and the staff courteous. Alfonso's is simply better than the local competition. read more