Great huge portion sizes. Get a to go box for an extra meal. I had breakfast and it was a lot of food. Very tasty too and prices are good. Good friendly atmosphere as well. Small town cafe. Go there. read more

Drive 20mins to Payson for better service and an experience. This place is run down and the appearance is old and outdated. At first I thought maybe it was charming, but after getting a closer look and experiencing the service, it's a dive. The food is mediocre and the staff don't help each other. Personally, I'd take a nice scenic drive to Payson and let this place fall of the radar. read more

Absolutely delicious! Huge portions, fair prices & fast service. Biscuits & gravy and country fried steak were among the best we've ever had! Previous reviews comment on staff-I would say they are quick & efficient, not rude. We will be back! read more

Early Bird Cafe - Country Fried Steak - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

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Best breakfast in town! Huge biscuits and gravy, massive pancakes, and talk about the bacon!!! if you haven't tried this place you absolutely have to. read more

Large portions! So good. Our table had Spanish Omelet, Waffles with strawberries, French Toast, Biscuit and Gravy. ALL AMAZING! Service was great. read more

I went here for breakfast while vacationing in town. I wasn't greeted with a smile or friendly hello. The lady pointed to my table. No one came to my table with a menu or water. People came in after me. They got service while I sat there with nothing. I stopped a server and asked for a menu. The coffee was horrendous. Looked like old burnt coffee that had been sitting for days. Terrible coffee. I thought they gave me the bottom of the pot. It wasn't. My omelette was overcooked. The potatoes were plain. Overall, I didn't like my breakfast. The service was confusing and slow. Not one server had a smile or seemed like they wanted to be there. I will make my own breakfast next time. One of the only competitors closed in this small town. Maybe having no other diner in town has lead the way for this diner to serve meh food with a frown. read more

The food was good. The staff were amazing! Hard workers and friendly. Very quick service too.

Friendly and fast service right off the highway. We decided to eat here because they had a patio option and we had our two small dogs after a hike and they were pet friendly outside. Unfortunately the patio option was not that nice. The food was good but not amazing. Had the waffle combo and a coffee. Coffee was delicious and waffle was okay. read more

Early Bird Cafe - Waffle combo - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

We went to eat here due to the good reviews and proximity to our place of stay. This place was busy and the staff was not very friendly. The food was descent though. I got the big bird special which was good, except the bacon was cold. The home potatoes and biscuits were very good. My wife got a French toast comb, which she also felt was average at best. We both stuck with ice water for a beverage and it tasted terrible. I recommend staying away from drinking it, kinda tasted like dishwater. In all, I felt it was an over priced breakfast place. Since this is one of very few places to eat downtown Pine, theses places hike up the prices on food and groceries since people will gladly pay for convenience. read more

We chose this place for breakfast while visiting Strawberry, AZ. I wasn't impressed with the food. The pancakes were undercooked and hard to swallow, the French toast was super dense and also doughy. I will recommend the scrambled eggs and breakfast potatoes if you decide to give them a try. The pancakes were the size of a small pizza. The service was ok but a bit rough around the edges, not super friendly. read more

Early Bird Cafe - This is called the Mickey Mouse pancake - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

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This time we ordered food to go, and as usual, the chicken fried steak breakfast, the biscuits and gravy and everything else we ordered was delicious! We called in our order and in twenty it was done, just as we were told! The service has always been very efficient, even during busy times! We will continue to frequent this place when we are up in Pine! read more

I don't know how they make their breakfast burritos so fabulous and addictive but they are....every time. We love: egg, cheddar, bacon, jalapeños, extra cheese, no salsa, no potatoes. They toast the burrito at the end on the griddle. Heaven read more

This spot was recommended by several locals so our last day in Pine we decided to check it out. Delicious. I ordered the Denver omelette with country potatoes and a biscuit. Large portions and definitely shareable. The biscuit was sooo good. Get some gravy on the side. You won't be sorry. read more

We stopped for breakfast at 7:00 am on a Wednesday while driving from Winslow to Gilbert, AZ. The food was tasty, plentiful and served hot! It was truly delicious but we could only eat half due to the quantity. The waitress, Shannon, was incredibly attentive. As I mentioned, the food was served as soon as it was off the skillet, the toast was pre-buttered, and our coffee was refilled 3 times. My husband & I have nothing but praise for this lovely breakfast spot. If you want a great breakfast with excellent service, visit the Early Bird Cafe!! read more

The perfect small town breakfast shop! Food was excellent and fast and service was great! They get people in and out but don't pressure you if you want to stay and hang out for a while. They need to reorganize the entrance area a touch. Maybe make a huge bar in the entrance instead of tables? Just a small thought. Will be back next time we are in town. Great job! read more

I am so happy I checked Yelp for breakfast! I've been to a cabin out in this neck of the woods several times, with people who have been out there dozens of times, and nobody had ever heard of this place. You get mountains of food for a very affordable price point, and the food is good, old-fashioned, southern comfort like gramma used to make. I'll be coming back for more of The Big Bird Breakfast. We were a little jarred when the first waitress to come up literally threw our menus on the table and just said "Whaddaya want to drink?" with no intro or anything. Maybe a little work on the intro would give patrons a better first impression. read more

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This review is long overdue as we've been part time residents of Pine for several years. The Early Bird is a fantastic little place for breakfast or lunch. The food is uniformly great, the service always friendly and efficient. It's a must visit for us during our stays here, and we couldn't recommend it highly enough. read more

Food was great, service was good! Very convenient in the heart of Pine, AZ. Highly recommended

Just completely unprofessional contact with customers and terrible service! I guess you can stay in business that way when you're the only place that sells breakfast items! The staff is un-groomed and flat rude. We waited 20 mins before placing our order and finally left! I tried to speak the staff about my experience but was immediately told excuses. However I watched the said staff member take 2 phone calls while drinking an energy drink. Keep on driving cause no matter how good the gravy is, it's not worth the interaction with "these people"! read more

Happened on in here for lunch, and we were glad we did. The place reminds me of the kinds of places I grew up in, having been the son of a truck driver. It's a true locals hangout, but plenty of highway travelers stop in, too. My wife and I decided on breakfast for lunch, since they serve breakfast all day. First, let me say that the food you get for the price is amazing, and I especially appreciate any restaurant that serves breakfast combinations that include carbs and proteins together. Why do so many restaurants that serve breakfast always serve pancakes and French toast a la carte? Normally, if you want to add an egg or sausage or something like that, they charge you an arm and a leg. Not here. For example, I ordered the pancake combo, which featured two pancakes, two eggs, and two slices of bacon. (You can get other meats if you prefer.) My wife chose an omelet with breakfast potatoes and a pancake. Neither of our meals cost more than $9.50. And let me say something about that "side" pancake that came with my wife's order. It was perhaps the largest pancake I have ever seen--and thick, too! Most places give you some tiny little pancake as a side, but not Early Bird. As for my pancakes, they were barely smaller, and I had two of those bad boys. Size is one thing, though, and taste is another, and these did not disappoint. They were some of the best--if not the best--pancakes I have ever eaten--fluffy, but not too airy, and a hint of vanilla, if I'm not mistaken. And the bacon was super delicious, too. The next day, we went back for a true lunch, with my wife ordering the stuffed bell pepper soup with a half turkey sandwich and me ordering a French dip with potato salad. The turkey sandwich was standard, but the soup was hearty and delicious. The French dip was the one miss--very rubbery and not very tasty, but our friendly server happily replaced it with a bacon cheeseburger I requested and then comped us for the trouble. That's great service. I think the other reviewers on here who knocked the service have perhaps never eaten in a small-town, "no frills" eatery like this. If you visit, I would encourage you not to confuse genuine, real people who don't put on airs as rude. Not the same thing at all. It's refreshing to be treated just like the guy who lives down the road. I definitely recommend a stop at the Early Bird Cafe. We will be back anytime we spend time in Pine. read more

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Food is fresh and homemade - friendly and amiable people - the perfect country breakfast

A small little dinner in Pine AZ with the best eggs Benedict I've ever had. Everything that we were served was fresh and homemade, the biscuits looked marvelous. A great little country place that if it wasn't 10 hours from home I'd be there every week. read more

Huge portions and tasty breakfasts. Service though, was slow and nearly non-existent. If you don't mind the wait, it's a good option for a hearty meal. I shared some biscuits and gravy, tried some corned beef hash, and had the 2 pancake breakfast. The pancakes were huge and took up the whole plate. The taste itself was light, fluffy, and cooked perfectly. It was served with some whipped butter and syrup. The biscuits were equally huge, light, and fluffy, with a generous portion of gravy with large chunks of sausage in it. The corned beef hash was really salty and hard to eat though. They seemed understaffed when we went, on a busy Sunday morning. As a result, service was slow and the waitresses did not have the most pleasant attitude, to say the least. Word of warning as well. The bathroom was disgusting and reminded me of a bathroom you might go to if you are in an institutionalized setting. I don't even know what was on that seat, nor could I get it off with toilet paper... Despite the good breakfast, I'd probably try another breakfast spot in the area if I'm here again due to the service and lack of cleanliness in the bathroom. read more

Early Bird Cafe - 2 pancakes - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

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Only the BEST breakfast in all of Arizona....no really though. Service is always super quick and the staff is very nice. Food is always fresh, tasty and cooked to perfection. The corned beef hash and chicken fried steak is our fav! Great prices too. read more

Big portions, salty potatoes, and yummy French toast. Things we love haha. I would come back for a big hearty breakfast and great service. Recommend read more

Best breakfast in town! Family owned & operated. They put their heart into providing great quality food just like your mama would make. The food comes out fast, coffee is hot & servers are friendly. read more

Early Bird Special, M-F until 9:30 AM I believe. Huge pancake with potatoes, 2 eggs, and unlimited coffee for $5.99!!! Cheaper than half the Starbucks drinks! Loved the atmosphere. Felt super homey, especially with all the regulars early in the morning. Open at 6:30. Just what you want in a small town. read more

Early Bird Cafe - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

Great service and helpful staff. We enjoyed the biscuits and gravy as well as the french toast breakfast. Portions are large and great to share! read more

My wife and I just love this place. It opens early (EarlyBird) and the food is just like mama makes. Old school, small town cafe......best breakfast in town. read more

Such a solid breakfast place. They have the best pancakes that are the size of a small pizza. They are impressive and delicious. I dare say they are perfect. The food comes out quick and I love that they give you a cute piece of fruit with your meal as if this piece of melon is going to cancel out this giant plate of biscuits and gravy that is on its way to clog my arteries. I've tried most things on their menu since I live up the street. It's all delicious. Their takeout is also excellent. read more

We recently ate here during our weekend visit to Strawberry, AZ. The food was good, however the service was a little slow. Definitely has a home town feel, prices were good. read more

Best breakfast in town biscuits and gravy are awesome. Pancakes are fluffy. Eggs the way you order them. You will be amazed by how much food they serve you my wife owns the restaurant read more

A friend and I stopped in at the Early Bird Cafe near closing after a long day of visiting some local National parks (I know, cringy coming in close to closing, but we were excited to try this place out!). Nonetheless, the staff was friendly and attentive to giving us excellent service. The food was ready within 5-10 minutes of ordering, hot and fresh, and the waitresses made sure our drinks never got too low. Thanks for putting up with our last minute stop, and I look forward to another visit the next time I am in the area - Hopefully a little earlier in the day! read more

Early Bird Cafe - Buffalo Chicken Strip Sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries - American Near Me - Pine, Arizona

Breakfast fried egg's always perfectly cooked, bacon is thick cut and always superb! The only negative thing I have to say is the breakfast biscuits constantly come out cold and taste day old to me, other than that the place is perfect and the service is exceptional! read more

Great customer service! We ordered food to-go and food was ready very quickly. Portions were huge! Food was hot and delicious. Definitely order their hash browns. Eggs tasted amazing. Can't wait to visit again! read more

Very friendly people. The pancake was huge and delicious. The eggs, bacons and potatoes were delicious. Very reasonable prices. We will be back read more

Hugely disappointed in this place based on the previous reviews. Slow and inattentive service, zero recognition of COVID protocols, and mediocre food. You're not missing anything by not stopping to eat here. read more

The food was very good and the service was great! Fast and fresh. I had an omlet and my wife had a chef's salad. Both were tasty and generously portioned. Nice outdoor patio area. We will definitely go back next time we are in Pine. read more

Good food, awesome staff, and a fun small town place. Thank you to the staff for always treating my young adult with special needs with kindness and patience! read more

Stopped by for breakfast on our way home from our stay in Strawberry. Food was delicious and service was quick! Staff could be a little friendlier but overall nice spot for breakfast! read more