This place has a real mom-and-pop café feel. The food is delicious, and the cinnamon roll is absolutely ginormous. Usually when cinnamon rolls are that big, the edges are dry and you only want the center -- but that wasn't the case here. The whole thing was soft, fresh, and delicious from edge to center. They're also very accommodating. If you want a half order, we absolutely loved that this way we could try a couple things each something sweet, something savory., they're more than happy to work with you. Everyone was very nice, the place was clean, and overall it was a great experience. I'd definitely come back! read more

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This was such a cute little mom-and-pop restaurant tucked away in a small Arizona town on our way back to Colorado. It had that cozy, small-town charm that makes you feel right at home the second you walk in. I ordered the chili and cornbread to start -- the chili was phenomenal! It had just the right amount of spice to give it a kick without being too much. And the cornbread... oh my goodness, mouth-watering doesn't even begin to describe it. For my meal, I had eggs, toast, and sausage -- everything tasted homemade, like something your mom would whip up in her kitchen on a Sunday morning. Truly comfort food at its best. The service was great -- friendly and welcoming -- and the inside was exactly what you'd expect from a small-town café: super cute, quaint, and full of charm. If you're passing through, this spot is definitely worth stopping for. Delicious food, kind people, and that cozy hometown feel! read more

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Best cinnamon roll in Arizona!! Change my mind! It is always fresh and consistent in flavor! You will spend $10 for it however it can feed 3-4 people. read more

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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! read more

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Drove from Phoenix airport driving through Payson, only village on highway, came across this restaurant. Having a southwest salad in Arizona. Excellent food and service. I had reuben, good menu choices. read more

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. read more

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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. read more

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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. read more

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The Piñon Cafe goes on my "top breakfast dives" list! Great atmosphere. Great service. Great food. We had the corn beef hash which includes a couple of eggs made to order, choice of potatos and toast and the full order of biscuits and gravy. At the end we had a blueberry muffin. All were very good. Booth, bar or table seating, but no outside sitting. Convenient location in the heart of Payson where families, couples or single diners can all enjoy the setting. We'll definitely return when in Payson. read more

Food would have had better flavor if it was warm. Gravy cool and over salted. Biscuit was flake and cold. Bacon, sausage and hash browns had been precooked cold and over crispy. The staff very friendly and the ambiance clean and cute country style. read more

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

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

Love this place. The waitstaff are all super nice. It's got a mom and pop vibe to it and it's very cozy. We go for breakfast every time we're in town to visit friends. Prices are reasonable and the portions are very generous. I usually have enough for another meal! I've never had a bad meal here. read more

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! read more

The Pinon Cafe - Potatoes and yogurt bowl - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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

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! read more

The Pinon Cafe - Denver omelette - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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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. read more

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Food was very mediocre. $16 for a burger that was just a pure letdown. French toast was beyond dry. Service was decent and atmosphere was good. read more

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. read more

The Pinon Cafe - Green chile burger with onion rings!! - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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! read more

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If you don't mind so so service then it shouldn't be an issue to come here. The food was pretty good but the service was not so great. Every single worker was very unfriendly. You could barely hear the young boy speak and when he asked what he wanted to drink, we said two waters. He came back two minutes later saying, "what did you guys want to drink again?" Which made sense because he didn't seem like he was listening when he asked us the first time. Our waitress was also unfriendly, making no eye contact when speaking to us. It was almost as though none of the workers wanted to be there. They didn't seem mad or annoyed, they just seemed like whatever kind of attitude. Not sure if this is good news or bad news but I was paying attention all around and they were treating everyone like this so it wasn't just us, which made me feel a little better about it. read more

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

Passing by of traveling. Food is great. We ordered few of their specialty. Coffee is good. Service is excellent from everyone that works their. Thank you for the lady at the counter, young handsome boy that keep ok asking how are we doing and served our drinks & our server, Kimberly. Thank you so much for the excellent customer service, it means a lot. Ambiance is good. Pic's is provided below. read more

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

We placed our name at the register, was told it would be a 30 minute wait. We were willing to do that, so we stepped outside. Only for the waitress with the terrible eye line to come out 20 minutes later & tell everyone they were closing the kitchen bec the staff were overwhelmed. & that we couldn't even sit inside bec "it's better for us if you wait outside".... WHAT?!? I'll never return. It was the worst customer service experience I've ever had at a restaurant. I don't even understand how you can stay open with that type of mentality. read more

A very pleasant experience in an old fashioned cafe. We did not experience any of the issues in the negative reviews. We were seated promptly, our order was taken within a few minutes of arrival and the food was brought out quickly. My wife ordered the Huevos Benedictos. It tasted good. She particularly liked the verde sauce. I had a cheeseburger. It was cooked as ordered. I had hash browns in place of french fries. The hash browns were not mush. In short, an excellent meal. The waitress came around numerous times to refill coffee. Good Service! Good Food! Be forewarned, there is an upcharge if you pay with a credit card (posted on the cash register as you walk in). The cash and credit prices are both listed on the bill. We will stop here again the next time we pass through town. read more

The Pinon Cafe - Huevos Benedictos - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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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%

Stopped in on my way back to Scottsdale from Show Low. What a breakfast gem! Great portions and quality breakfast food! I usually swing through Starbucks if going through Payson - it's Pinon Cafe from here in out! read more

My husband and I decided to take a day trip to Winslow. Along the way is Payson, and since it was breakfast time, we decided to stop in to eat. This is a cute place that was busy, but we were seated immediately, and our server was by right away. I ordered on and water, and upon reviewing the menu, I decided on the gluten-free French toast, sausage links, and 2 eggs. Not long after ordering out, food came, and everything looked delicious. My French toast was so good, and the huge sausage links complimented it well. Our server cane to check on us frequently, and overall, the service and food were great. Next time we swing through Payson around breakfast time, we will stop again. read more

The Pinon Cafe - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

It's a typical local diner showing a bit of wear and tear on the booth fabric. The tables were clean and the other customers seemed to be enjoying their meals. We were seated, then waited almost 5 minutes before they brought water to our table. The table next to us was seated after us yet our waiter waited on them and ignored us until we brought the matter to his attention. The bacon, avocado burger was unimpressive. No seasoning on the meat and the bun was something I could get at the grocery store. I expected much better based on the reviews. Perhaps breakfast is better. read more

We were starting to get hungry on our road trip so when we were at the gas station (across the street), I looked this up on Yelp and I was happily surprised to find that it had pretty good ratings. It's a solid diner with the breakfast and sandwich options you would expect. As a bonus, I thought we were given a bit more choice than I would have expected, too. For instance, I was asked what type of cheese I wanted on my burger and there were a decent amount of options when I was just expecting American cheese to be the only option. I thought my classic burger ($12) was pretty good and my boyfriend enjoyed his chicken strips ($14). The service was friendly and our food was prepared quickly. read more

The Pinon Cafe - Classic burger with cheese ($12) - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

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

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

Absolutely fantastic! Yep, once more steak, eggs, and potatoes, my classic breakfast choice. I've been loving this combo since I was five, haha. The breakfast experience was top-notch! Everything tasted fantastic and was just right. The staff was really nice and paid good attention. They were quick with the refills too. I suggest you drop by for a yummy breakfast. It's great for families, and the restaurant has cool stuff to check out inside, making it a fun place to visit. read more

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The Pinon Cafe is a great place to stop for some breakfast while in Payson! It's your typical small town cafe with all the hearty breakfast options a person could want! My personal favorite, the breakfast sandwich! Be sure to try it on a biscuit since they make them fresh! Be prepared to wait, as this establishment is right on the main road and is a delight to both small town regulars and those visiting. The parking situation can be tight too - we had to park across the street and walk over. I recommend the Pinon Cafe, the staff is so friendly - you can tell it's family owned and run, they really care about their people and their food and that makes all the difference! Looking forward to coming up for a breakfast sandwich in the near future! read more

The power cakes are fantastic! My husband I had breakfast here once in June while passing through Payson. He had eggs over-easy with sausage, and biscuits and gravy. I had scrambled eggs, sausage, and power cakes (a multigrain pancake with blueberries). Generally I would rate our breakfast a 4 but the Power Cakes make it a 5. In comparison, we have been buying Protein Cakes from US Egg in Tempe (and Chandler, Scottsdale and Phoenix) since the early 1980s. We love Protein Cakes and have looked all over the country/world for similar multigrain pancakes with blueberries. Here at Pinon Cafe the Power Cakes are like Protein Cakes but fluffier and with more blueberries. The Power Cakes are just as good as Protein Cakes, and possibly even better. I really recommend them. When in Payson we will return to this restaurant for breakfast. read more

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What a great little café! Food is delicious and staff are super friendly and efficient! Will definitely be back! P.S. the cinnamon rolls are HUGE read more

Friendly service! They happily split the Gila Monster sandwich, and it was delicious. read more

The Pinon Cafe - Gila Monster sandwich, split for us. - Cafes Near Me - Payson, Arizona

We stopped here on our way to Winslow. It was time for breakfast, so we pulled in. The place was pretty full, but we were seated immediately. Our order was taken quickly. I ordered a breakfast burrito made with eggs, chorizo, onions, peppers, and cheese. This was packed into a hearty tortilla, not one of those paper thin ones that fall apart before you even start eating. The burrito came with salsa,but no sour cream. It also came with either country fries or hashbrowns. I chose the hashbrowns. My order was out in a reasonable amount of time. The burrito was delicious. The chorizo was flavorful and not too spicy. The hashbrowns were perfect. I was impressed with the service here. My coffee cup never ran dry, and they checked on us several times. If I'm in Payson at breakfast time, I will make it a point of stopping in. read more

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