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    The Pinon Cafe

    4.2 (376 reviews)
    Closed 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

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

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    Noel J.

    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!

    Chorizo burrito,very good
    Krissy H.

    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!

    Katie H.

    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.

    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!

    Southwest chicken salad

    Amazing delicious fresh food. I recommend the Southwest Chicken. Great service! Beautiful old school cafe.

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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.

    Breakfast menu. John 3:16
    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.

    Potatoes and yogurt bowl
    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!

    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.

    Denver omelette

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    Amazing breakfast! Service! Price! Awesome country potatoes! Ham! Just cant say enough! !!!

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    No I don't believe they do.

    Alcohol services? I see yes on here, but menu doesn't have drinks.

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

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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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