Fish fry , onion rings , chatter was amazing, delicious. Perfect texture and flavors…read more I had a drink for the rodeo stampede cocktail. Very refreshing, and smooth. Over all great service great food One happy camper .

If you are looking for the perfect post-hike hangout after Horton Creek Trail, this is it! Brought…read morea group of 4 here and we were instantly impressed. Finding parking was completely stress-free. The inside has a really cool rustic vibe with an awesome cowboy theme and unique hanging artifacts. They even have hot and cold water access, which made washing up after our hike incredibly convenient. As for the food - wow! We ordered burgers and they were cooked perfectly, super juicy, and packed with flavor. The sides of fries were very generous too. Top-notch service rounded out a great experience. I missed getting pictures, but trust me, this spot is fantastic for unwinding.

Awesome place!! We…read morejust had Backwoods for the first time and we loved it. They have such a cool vibe and the food was awesome. Skylar was our server and she was darling. The kids food came out first which we always appreciate. This is definitely going to be our new spot when visiting family here.

What a great find this place was! Usually when we visit Payson we eat at either Mackey's or Fargo's…read morebut I had to stop at the Tesla charger and this place is located in the same plaza so we stopped in for a bite to eat while the car was charging. I ordered the Backwoods burger and subbed a black bean patty and I opted for steak fries. The burger was definitely top 5 burgers I have ever eaten. The black bean patty was something special whatever sauce is on this thing really brought out all of the flavors. The addition of the sautéed jalapeños really set this burger off as they had an amazing flavor profile. I'm serious when I say that I would make the 85 mile trek from Gilbert to Payson just so I can have this burger. We finished up our lunch/dinner with the Mogollon Monster dessert, which is an M&M skillet cookie topped with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, and caramel drizzle. Of course that was really good too, how can you go wrong with a skillet cookie?! If I may make a slight suggestion, instead of topping the cookie with vanilla ice cream, how about blue cookies & cream "Cookie Monster" ice cream given the name of the dessert? The only criticism I have of this place is that the service was a bit slow. After we finished the dessert we sat at the table for about 15 min. before I finally got up and told our server we were ready to go. But, the burger was THAT good to where I have to give this place 5 stars.

Ordered takeout and unfortunately after returning to our hotel we realized a large portion of our…read moreorder was incorrect. We ordered a double smash burger with bacon (an extra $2 charge) along with tomatoes, lettuce, and onion. The burger arrived with no bacon and none of the listed veggies. We also ordered a triple smash burger with cheddar cheese and tomatoes, lettuce, and onion -- again, none of the veggies were included. We also ordered a mashed potato bowl with chicken, corn, and brown gravy, but there was no brown gravy in it at all. Even though a lot of our order was missing, I will say the food itself still tasted good. The biggest issue, however, was the customer service. The young girl working there, who looked to be around 16 years old, was extremely rude and snotty. When I asked for plastic utensils, she replied, "We do not have any." I asked how we were supposed to eat mashed potatoes and gravy without utensils, and she shrugged and said, "Ma'am, we are a bar, we do not have it." I responded that I've ordered takeout from many bars before and they always provide plastic utensils. She then sarcastically replied, "Good for you, have a nice day." I tried speaking with who I believed was the manager (he nodded when I asked if he was), and while I was explaining the issue, the young employee continued interrupting and talking over me. Another waitress overheard the conversation and quickly returned with plastic utensils, proving they did in fact have them available. The employee then changed her story, saying she "didn't know" if they had utensils and claimed she was super sweet to me(not rude). There is no reason an employee should be speaking to customers this way. She clearly needs additional customer service training before handling customer interactions on her own.

The food is really good. I only got a salad but my friends got the Honey/Garlic wings and they were…read moretasty. Always order a basket of chips! They make fresh potato chips! I enjoyed those a lot! I think this is the "Cheers" of Payson! Everyone knew each other and the karaoke talent was solid! It was like a giant jam session! Very fun place!! They offer karaoke Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, in case that's your jam!

This place does great kareoke. The bartender, Star, was super friendly and helpful. I would…read morerecommend this bar for the lively atmosphere and open space.

Great little dive bar! Stopped and grabbed a beer and a game of pool! Bartender was super friendlyread more

On the drive back from New Mexico, I had to stop in Payson and check this BBQ spot out, and I'm…read moreglad I did. The location was really nice and open with a patio, and the inside was spacious without the tables being packed together. Plenty of room to sit back and actually enjoy your meal. I went with the ribs, and they were smoked just right--exactly how I like them. Honestly, they didn't even need BBQ sauce. I ate some with just the rub and some with sauce, and both ways were delicious. The mashed potatoes were so good I should've ordered more. The mac and cheese wasn't overly creamy, which was perfect for me, and I can't forget the Caesar salad. Really good Caesar salad, and one thing I always appreciate--serve it on a cold plate. This one came out nice and cold and was super fresh. Overall, really good BBQ, great sides, and a nice comfortable location. Definitely worth the stop if you're in Payson.

Hello Everyone: This review is for Rim Country BBQ and Wood Fired Pizzas in Payson, AZ…read more This was our first time at this restaurant. We would definitely come back again. Because we could not decide what to order, we got the sampler plate which had meats, sides, and dipping sauces. The photos show you the "before" and "after" of our meal! Bathrooms are clean. We had no problem finding off-street parking. Analysis of experience: This plate is enough for two people. You get: two ribs, two 1/2 pieces of sausage, a scoop of pulled pork (about 1/3 to 1/2 cup), two thin slices of brisket and some sliced smoked turkey breast. Also included is a sampler container of their dipping sauces to enjoy with your meat. Sides included: baked beans, corn, mashed potatoes, coleslaw, potato salad and mac & cheese. Our meat favorites were the ribs and the pulled pork. This is why: I first tried a bit of each meat with no sauce. I don't want to review sauces and sauces can cover up/mask many issues just like a coat of paint on a wall. Therefore, I started with meat (no sauce) tastings, then moved to the meat and sauce tasting. Ribs: The rib meat easily cut off the bone and was tender. There was not a lot of meat, the bones were pretty big as you can see, but what meat there was had a nice flavor and was tender. Pulled Pork: The pulled pork was some of the most tender I have experienced. This meat went well with ALL the dipping sauces served to us. I did not get a lot of smoke flavor to it, the flavor was subtle, but that allowed for the sauces to shine a little bit. Brisket: The brisket was tender, but I felt the fat line on the top of the brisket was still too intact for me (not rendered enough so the fat juices get down into the meat) and I thought the brisket was a tad dry. Turkey: The turkey breast had a nice flavor, but again, it was very subtle. This meat was also a tad dry, not bad with sauce on it, but could have been a little juicier. That was perhaps my least favorite because it was on the dry side. Sausage: The sausage was 1/2 of a sausage cut in 1/2 again as you can see in the photo. This was a spicy sausage with a charred cut side, very nice. The char on the sausage added a nice crunch to each bite. My husband and I both agreed our favorites were the ribs and the pulled pork and should we return, these two meats would be on our radar. Regarding the sides, here is my review: The yellow corn was average - nothing special. The mashed potatoes were average - nothing special. Mac & Cheese - average, nothing special. The sauce on this item was too runny for us. The sauce wound up against other items on the plate. The cole slaw was nice, fresh tasting, but I think it needed a dash of fennel. The coleslaw and the potato salad (items which are served cold) were co-mingled on the plate with all the hot items. I would have preferred them being served inside a small bowl or container on the serving platter to keep them cold. The potato salad was very good - I would definitely order that again. The beans were excellent - I would definitely order those again. This menu item is also served with a piece of garlic bread which was very good - it had melted butter on it and tasted like garlic! I am giving this 5 Stars even with some short falls regarding flavor and or juiciness because of the environment, friendly staff, clean bathrooms, available to find parking without driving around, and menu choices. The menu is large, enough choices for everyone to get something. If we are back in the area, we will try one of their pizzas. Hannah was our server and she did a nice job checking on us since she knew it was our first time there. Very pleasant, nice smile, and good with her customers. Enjoy!

f We happened to drive by and noticed a lot of cars out front, so we decided to turn around and…read morecheck it out -- and I'm so glad we did! This place has such a quaint, cozy atmosphere with beautiful mood lighting that makes it feel warm and inviting. They offer unique drinks you don't see everywhere, which was a nice change from the usual bar menu. The live music was a great touch and really added to the overall vibe. It's the perfect spot to relax, enjoy a drink, and soak in a nice atmosphere. Definitely worth the spontaneous stop! FYI, as for food it looks they like they only have charcuterie board and they stop serving it by seven Wish they served it a little later we got there at 8:15 as everybody loves a charcuterie board Sorry, I did not get pictures. I will next time.

Love it here! Husband and I usually stop in twice a year from Phoenix when we're in town. Johnny…read morethe bartender always remembers us! He makes the best cocktails and provides amazing service. The speakeasy atmosphere here is so nice! Highly recommend.

the foods awesome the staffs beyond great ppl…read moreespecially the taproom vibe and courtyard views Nikki the main bartender for the taproom does beyond a good job. She is the best bartender I have had the pleasure of getting service from. She makes the place with her quick approach, can do attitude, and even more she goes out of her way to befriend anyone new and make us feel welcome in pine. "A" grade for sure

We had the pleasure of ordering from the Old County Express!!!! Pine Arizona…read more PANCHO Built on a DiNapoli California tomato base with mozzarella, woodfire-roasted pork, roasted green chile, Pancho Sauce, and fresh cilantro-serrano pesto. But the real surprise is the crust. It's a gorgeous deep golden brown with a rich, buttery flavor and what tastes like a hint of olive oil. Crisp on the outside, light and airy inside, with just the right amount of wood-fired char. It's the kind of crust you actually look forward to eating instead of leaving behind. This pizza is absolutely perfect!

Fun crowd and atmosphere! I have stopped in several times when I visit Strawberry. Most recently I…read morehung out upstairs to practice pool a bit. It was nearly empty on a Friday which I found surprising because the previous night on Thursday there was a decent crowd. This is a pretty laid back, no frills place. It's nice that it's next to the Inn and Bandits so you get a little variety. There's plenty of outdoor seating too and a basic bar food menu. In previous visits I've met some interesting people. Recommend swinging through here if you get the chance. @azfitfoodfun

Great hole in the wall local bar. My finance and I came in after traveling in from the valley. We…read morejust wanted a quick bit and a couple drinks. The food was good, we both got bison burgers and fries. We ordered cheese curds for an app and those were amazing. Drinks were good and well poured. The service was quick and our bartender was nice. Good experience and we will be back when staying at the strawberry inn!