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    The Pinon Cafe

    4.2 (368 reviews)
    Open 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Norm W.

    Have not been to the Pinon Cafe since it was called the Knotty Pine Cafe many years ago! Had a nice breakfast, chicken fried steak with home made biscuit. Order came with two eggs and home fried potatoes. Friend enjoyed the corn beef hash. Service as good. Ambience is pure country. Coffee was hot. All good here!

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    Violeta C.

    Has a great time after some snurr boarding (snow boarding) a friend in town recommended this cafe and we loved it! The burgers are really good and the fries are crunchy and taste like everything else they throw in the fryer (which I like) I do have regrets not getting the pancakes like my fellow yelp elite Jon but the biscuits and gravy were ok. (I would not get them again) Oooo also side note sometimes they use canned items so if you're not sure if you want to order something they can get you a sample. I wanted a soup but was a little cautious and got a sample thank goodness I did because I think it was Campbells a little dressed up lol Regardless the food is good the staff is welcoming and happy. I wish I had room for a cinni but I'll have to come back next time I'm in town.

    Taylor W.

    Perfectly homestyle breakfast food! Portion sizes were huge for the price point, and everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. My biggest regret is not trying one of their GIANT cinnamon rolls that they were frosting as we were leaving.

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    Renee B.

    The service was fast friendly and attentive. The food was delicious. Everything was hot and fresh. The Elvis was amazing. Not too sweet. The atmosphere was cozy country. John 3:16 on the bottom of the menus. Everyone working there was friendly, helpful, and genuinely caring. The cashier gave of great recommendations on places to visit in town and things to do nearby. We will definitely return whenever we are in the Payson area.

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    Ali B.

    We basically made the trip to Payson solely because I saw someone on instagram post about the amazing cinnamon roll. And I'm sure glad we did wow that was delicious! There was a hit of a wait on a Saturday morning but it wasn't too bad, like 15 minutes. Service was great even though they were pretty busy. Everyone was very nice to our almost 16 month old! Cute and very small town ish in here. In an old building but very well kept. We ordered the cinnamon roll, I got the yogurt bowl with a side of potatoes to share with my son, and my husband got the eggs with toast, hash browns, and bacon. My was impressed with the amount of bacon they served him and how crispy it was. My yogurt bowl had yummy fresh fruit on it and the country potatoes were perfectly seasoned. The cinnamon roll was the star of the show, massive with a delicious cinnamon gooey center. They also serve locally roasted coffee and my husband enjoyed a couple cups! We had a ton of food and our total was $40 which is incredibly reasonable. Cute and delicious spot to visit in the area for sure!

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    Stephanie P.

    Visited Friday morning and we were seated right away! Friendly staff and our drink were brought out super quick. I got their Denver omelette and my husband got the meat omelette. On the side we got the gravy and biscuits. VERY cheesy omelettes, I will say I did like my husband's food a lot more than mine. The slices of the bell pepper were pretty big. The coffee and orange juice are okay. We spent about $40 for the both of us, not including tip. The pinion cafe is decorated vibrantly with lots to gaze at and read, lots of fun signage. Service was nice, we were in and out quickly. Thanks for a great breakfast!

    Biscuits and gravy with an egg on top cooked your way and a side of hash browns.
    Asa P.

    Quaint, cozy cafe, with great service. The food is simple home cookin. We enjoyed our first brunch visit while visiting Payson. It's within walking distance from my dads house. I will definitely be back.

    Green chile burger with onion rings!!
    Erika H.

    After our hike at Horton creek i decided to check yelp for lunch recommendations. This place had really great reviews and it did not disappoint. The owner sat us and was very welcoming. We talked to her about it being the first place in Payson and almost 75 years old. Food was so delicious, i ordered the green chile burger and hubby ordered a Rueben! Very attentive wait staff and check was not bad at all.

    Jon H.

    Driving through Payson to do a little 4-wheeling in the Jeep & fishing....had to stop at Piñon Cafe! One of my favorite breakfast places in AZ. The inside of the cafe feels like a cabin and they always treat you super nice and friendly. I went with the 2-2-2 - 2 eggs, 2 bacon, and 2 pancakes with a side of hash browns (and as you can see in the pic, extra butter for the pancakes). Absolutely loved it! And you can't come here and not get one of their gigantic cinnamon rolls....as in if you don't get one, there should be a penalty or points taken away from you, or your taste buds are put on mute for a few days as punishment. Scale of 1 to 10, I'll never not stop here when I'm in Payson! Love you Piñon...love you so much!

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    Excellent food. BLT was the best ever. Breakfast was great and service was superb. Nice folks.

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    Good fast service and food. Stopped in early morning on the way back to Phoenix. Cute cafe with friendly staff.

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    Excellent food and service. If you see a lot of locals, you know it's good. Highly recommend!!!

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    Love everyone here, service excellent, portions huge, they always make the customers feel special. Food delicious

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    Great breakfast spot and amazing service! A bit busy but the staff handled it well. Great find!

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    Great spot, opens early 6am. Food was great, came out super quick. Service excellent and definitely loved the vibe! Would recommend 100%

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    5 months ago

    Omelette was good, however there were hairs in our drinks and biscuits. Sides were underwhelming. Cinnamon roll looked very good

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    1 year ago

    Tasty food, large portions and reasonable prices. Icing on the cake is the friendly service!

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    Great biscuits and gravy always great friendly service make sure you come hungry and you won't be disappointed

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    Breakfast and lunch joint. I didn't see any booze.

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    Really enjoyed this place. The vibe reminded me of a small café you would see in the show…read moreSupernatural. It felt relaxed and welcoming, and the food was good and filling. We came in as a large group after a long wait at a nearby chain restaurant, and they were able to seat us right away, which we really appreciated. I only ordered the country fries and was surprised by how full I felt after. My sister in law ordered a hot chocolate that reminded me of Ned Flanders' hot chocolate from The Simpsons Movie in a fun, nostalgic way. I am not from Payson, but if I am ever back in the area, I would definitely stop here again for a quick meal.

    I traveled a great distance and was having difficulty getting into the virtual hotel and the owners…read moredid not anwer their phone. The cleaning staff could not help because they did not speak English. I went next door to the restaurant, Bee Line, and inquired how I could get hold of the owners of the hotel. Cindy, one of the hosts, was very gracious and walked with me to the hotel until we found instructions on a window to contact the owners. I went back to the the restaurant and ordered dinner and food for breakfast and it was very good. The cafe has a home-type ambience and makes one feel very comfortable. The staff was very friendly. Thanks again, Cindy!

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    With a name like Delicious Cafe, the place is either going to great and live up to it, or a tragic…read morecomedy of poor naming convention. I'm very happy to report it was in fact delicious! I came in about an hour before closing. Decided to do a last minute trip to Payson to hike. But I needed lunch, was pretty hungry. I had not looked at the menu before arrival as I sometimes do so I felt a bit rushed with my decision making cause I had my fur baby Flynn waiting outside, but I fully enjoyed what I had. Lunch menu was available, I would like to come back for breakfast next time. I opted for the Dipper sandwich (roast beef, Swiss, onion and au jus). Served with seasoned potato wedges. It was very tasty. I would have liked the potatoes a bit more cooked and crispy, but still good. I ate about half of it and had it for leftovers where I toasted the wedges to my liking. Really good leftover as well. They have a bunch of teas! So I had what is sort of strange, an earl grey iced tea. They can make any tea iced. It was good. I love earl grey. The weather was nice, it was drizzling a tiny, bit and they were kind to bring water bowl for Flynn as we sat outside on the small front patio area. I'll definitely be back! Great random find! Also, their menu says gluten free options for my GF friends :)

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    Ever since I started flight training, I have been told that Payson has great pie. Now that I'm a…read moreprivate pilot, I decided to fly in from Phoenix with my friend for breakfast and pie. We arrived around 7:30am, which was right before it started getting busy. The view is pretty cool. The restaurant is overlooking the runway. After checking in at the front, we were given a table within minutes. Then, our waitress came up and asked us what we wanted to drink. Eventually, we decided what to order and she came back to take our order. The food didn't take long--I'd say about 15 minutes. The food was delicious, to say the least. We both ordered a Western Omelette and shared an order of French Toast. I also took an apple pie and some other baked goods back home with me. The pie was also delicious! The only reason for my 4 stars is because of the service. Some of the employees seemed annoyed to be there and help us. While I understand that the restaurant was busy, you should still maintain composure and try to remain calm under stress. Having worked at a restaurant, I understand the feeling, but you can't let it get to you. Other than that, great little restaurant. I'd come here again.

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    There were 2 of us. I ordered the Greek omelette with extra feta cheese, my buddy ordered the ham…read moreand cheese omelette. Both were very tasty. I had coffee, which was delicious and he had hot tea. In addition we ordered a strawberry waffle and split it!!! The waffle was the lightest airy waffle that 8 have ever had! It was crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. This waffle literally melted in your mouth like it was cotton candy! Every part of the meal was great, with one exception. When we got the bill, with a 20% tip, it was just over $54.00!!! Okay, that's $27.00 per person, for breakfast!!! Yes, I know that prices are high everywhere but come on! $27.00 per person for eggs, potatoes and such! That's a bit much I think! Although the waffle was the best that I've had, it simply isn't worth the $11.00 they charge for it! I remember Tiny's being the place to go for a very reasonably priced meal that was good! I know that I'm living in the past when it comes to price, but this seems to be a trend amongst restaurants when it comes to breakfast meals! At this cost, it's more than most other restaurants lunch costs. Although it saddens me, I won't be going back for breakfast anytime soon, or at least until they get the pricing right! And yes, I'm in the restaurant business, so I know the cost of goods!

    This place is wonderful. Old-school feel, great food, great people. The eggs Benedict is amazing,…read moretheir omelettes are great, even the biscuits and gravy is damn good. If you're in a big hurry, you may want to consider other options as sometimes they are a little short on help - but normally there's plenty of staff on hand and the food comes out quick. The prices are excellent as well. They are closed currently on Monday and Tuesday (if I have that correct)? Owned locally and we are grateful to have this place in Payson.

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    This is a small counter-service place with great food. My friend and I like to ride to Payson and…read morehave 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

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