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Alfonso's Mexican Food

4.1 (163 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 7:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Divey
Moderate noise
Dogs allowed
Outdoor seating

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Rick L.

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.

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Jason P.

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.

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Deb H.

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.

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Jacques I.

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!

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

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2 years ago

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.

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

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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.

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2 years ago

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

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

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4 years ago

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

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3 years ago

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

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Since they moved locations it's cleaner, service is great, and our favorite place to stop in Payson!

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