Location: Payson
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Payson is a town in northern Gila County, Arizona, United States. Its location puts it very near to the geographic center of Arizona. Payson has been called "The Heart of Arizona". The town is surrounded by the Tonto National Forest and has many outdoor activities year round. As of the 2010 census, the population of Payson was 15,301.
Things to do in Payson
1. Fargo's Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 433 reviews
Reviewed By Rachael A - Phoenix, Arizona
Had just been at the Hashknife dinner at the Oxbow which kinda lacked on food. Decided to get some dessert at Fargos and noticed the Rum Runner. Waiter was extremely friendly and attentive. The rum runner was amazingly delicious! The chocolate cake was very rich! Highly recommend giving it a try!
2. Mogollon Moose Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 57 reviews
“It’s all pretty simple. Every one of us wants to eat right and live a happy, healthy life. It’s hard though, especially in a world surrounded by fast food, hydrogenated oils, food additives and preservatives.”– Chef Kristi Church That’s why we founded Mogollon Moose Bakery. Everything in our bakery/cafe is created with love from scratch by Executive Chef Kristi Church and team daily. Our goal is to bring healthier meal options to our home town of Payson, Arizona and provide food that people will feel good about eating!
Reviewed By pjcharles - Atlanta, Georgia
We stopped on our way through town for a cup of coffee and a gluten free muffin. The muffin was awesome, and the coffee/tea were excellent too. Really amazing menu.
Nothing I would change, would return. Only slight negative was woman talking on her cell phone with the speakerphone on.
3. Scoops Ice Cream and Espresso
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By KcCabinfever - Kansas City, Missouri
I got a large medium roast coffee here this morning. It is a cute little shop right next to a movie theater. Very convienent location. The service was great. The coffee was really good. There is a little area to add creamer and sweetener. The only thing I would have like more was if they had honey to add to my coffee. I would definitely return.
4. Gerardo's Firewood Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 258 reviews
Reviewed By kanbaatar - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Good Old Trip Advisor. Once again my wife and I found a great restaurant here on the Trip Advisor website.
Gerardo's Firewood Cafe is an excellent restaurant. The ambiance and the interior decor are very pleasant. There is a nice outdoor seating area available to those who so choose. Our server was very pleasant. The restrooms are clean. The homemade rolls were fun. We loved our two salads, a Greek and a Traditional Caesar Salad. What is not-to-like here at Gerardo's?
5. Scoops
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By Sandra S - Payson, Arizona
Great small town feel and service, always quick and polite; staff is always cheerful and helpful. Awesome ice cream, with great choices...No, you won't pay Dairy Queen prices, but DQ can't give you Scoops flavors either...you get what you pay for. We havent tried it, but hear the espresso is great too. Wish we could get there more often.
6. Starbucks
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By nurabbit - Wilmette, Illinois
It's a "real" Starbucks with the usual drinks, foods, etc. They accept the app. However, the service is really s-l-o-w. She asked each one of us to repeat our order at least twice. Then the wait for our drinks was long. None of our drinks were hard or complicated,but the barrista took a long time to get them out and still our drinks were not correct. Sizes were mixed up, and milk choices were incorrect even with the items written on the cups. It was nice to get familiar drinks and we enjoyed them but don't think that this is a quick stop at Starbucks for your usual drink in any speedy way.
7. Macky's Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 241 reviews
Reviewed By fordofcanada - Sundre, Canada
Motorcycle trip from Glendale to Payson. Read good reviews fir Mackey', so decided to try. Not disappointed. Great sandwiches and salads. Will be back again.
8. Ms. Fitz 260 Cafe
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 205 reviews
Reviewed By Alzira Z - Brazil
PROs-
-easy in and out
-good selection on menu items
-good prices
-friendly service
CONS
-CASH ONLY- I mean who in this day & age only accepts CASH unless they are hiding it from paying taxes!!!
-NO WIFI- again it's 2017 and a restaurant without WIFI
-NOT VERY TASTY Food- kind of bland
-kind of RUN DOWN- sat on a table out in the parking lot, dust from cars coming in and out and ratty old table cloth
-dirty menu with lots of finger prints and caked on food
Place could be great given minor improvements
9. Dairy Queen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 17 reviews
Reviewed By Mary Z - Battle Creek, Michigan
This is your typical Dairy Queen, just a bit older and less spacious than others I have been in. They offer all the usual goodies. Nice thing is this is right on the highway 87 when you enter Payson from Fountain Hills. Great little spot to enjoy a treat!
10. Buffalo Bar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 274 reviews
Buffalo Bar & Grill, the place for great food & spirits. Local cuisine featuring awesome burgers including fresh ground Top Sirloin Burgers and Buffalo burgers. Specialty sandwiches like our favorites, the Sirloin Steak Melt and our collossal Pork Tenderloin Sandwich. Salads including, Oriental Chicken Salad, Black & Blue Steak Salad and Honey Pecan Chicken Salad. Home made soups and Chili. Fresh cut french fries. Friday Fish Fry. Saturday Top Sirloin Steak Dinner For Two. $5.95 lunch menu Monday through Friday. We love kids too! Featuring a childrens menu. Poker nights Tuesday and Wednesday. Thirsty Thursdays special drink prices all day! Friday night DJ and dancing. Saturday night DJ and dancing or Live Bands. Sunday Country Jam Session with Junction 87. "where the highway ends and the Country begins" This is a must stop destination when visiting Payson AZ.
Reviewed By jfd - Scottsdale, Arizona
We took a ride up to Payson and stopped here for lunch. Busy place, good service, very good food. Cute decor, a good choice if you are in the area on Route 87.
