At Rim Country BBQ, our passion is simple — great barbecue done right. Every dish is thoughtfully crafted by our award-winning pitmasters to deliver bold, unforgettable flavor in every bite. Alongside our BBQ favorites, we offer homestyle sides made from scratch and wood-fired pizzas that reflect the same commitment to quality and flavor. Step into our bar and enjoy a handcrafted Cocktail. Whether you’re celebrating, catching up with friends, or just enjoying a great meal, we aim to make every visit memorable.
We also proudly offer private dining accommodations for larger groups. Our dedicated private event space comfortably seats up to 75 guests, making it ideal for birthdays, rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, & special occasions.
Rob Deutsch
We stopped at Rim Country BBQ and Wood-Fired Pizza for lunch and were seriously impressed! The food was everything you hope for in a small-town BBQ spot — hearty, flavorful, and clearly made with care.
The pulled pork sandwich was tender and juicy on a perfectly toasted bun, and the ribs had a great smoky flavor with a tasty sauce on the side. Across the table, the brisket sandwich was loaded with smoky, melt-in-your-mouth brisket, and the potato salad was creamy with a nice hit of paprika on top.
The only thing I wasn’t as fond of was the mac and cheese — the texture was fine, but the flavor was a little off for me, maybe a bit too buttery.
We ate outside on the patio with our dog, and it was such a great experience. Super relaxed, friendly staff, and they even had dog bowls for water, which was a really nice touch.
Everything else tasted fresh and homemade, and the patio was the perfect spot to enjoy the Payson sunshine. We’ll definitely be back next time we’re in town!
… moreDan Fields (The Ride Abides)
Came here with my family specifically for BBQ. The ribs were fantastic and the star of the show. Pulled pork and turkey also very good. Brisket was on the dry side for what we like but it wasn’t bad. BBQ sauces were plentiful and tasty. Kids really liked the loaded mac & cheese. They have garlic bread and I personally would prefer corn bread but I get it… they’re not a BBQ only restaurant.
A little on the expensive side for a meal but we expect that for good BBQ. Service was very friendly and the food came out very fast. Took a while to get our bill but that’s OK since they were busy. Overall, this was a very enjoyable meal and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or return here next time we’re in town!
… moreElizabeth McKay
Got takeout two nights in a row from here! The service was great and the girls working the check in counter were super nice. Food was amazing, one of the best pepperoni pizzas we’ve had and the bbq is equally as great. If you’re struggling to figure out what to order just grab a pizza and the bbq sample platter. This is definitely enough food for 3+ people, my boyfriend and I had leftovers for the next day and it was still great! The sample platter is a dream because you get literally every sauce, side and meat; my fave was the smoked turkey and sausage! Thank you for some great food. Next time we’re in Payson we will eat in to experience the restaurant!
… moreKaryn Taylor
Highly recommend! Food was fantastic! I had the baked potato with pulled pork. Jim had the Mac and cheese with smoked turkey. We shared a cornbread. It was all delicious. I don’t live in the area, but Jim has now found his go-to spot when he passes through.
… moreSheila Hagerty
Went there twice while in town visiting. First time I had the stuffed baked potato with brisket. I chose the citrus cranberry relish and it was delicious! Really enjoyed it. Was told that Tuesdays are Taco Tuesdays, so I came back for that. Had the brisket tacos for $9.00. Felt they were a bit small, but they were good. Ordered dessert cobbler to go and was shocked at how small it was for $8.25! Ridiculous! Also, the bartender Kim was awesome, but poor thing was running around like crazy! She was as nice as can be, but apparently had to serve the bar, the tables in the bar area and the outside tables. And it was busy! Crazy amount of people she was responsible for. Not at all fair to her or the bar customers. As I said, she was great but the owners should be ashamed at what they expect from her. I just hope everyone tipped well, because she deserved it. Now, I had hoped to come back for Italian night, but based on serving size, especially of dessert, I will pass. Someone else can have my money.
… moreDanielle Dougherty
It was okay. I ordered a lemonade, chopped brisket ‘sandwich,’ and Mac and cheese as a side. There really wasn’t anything to it that I couldn’t have made at home. Mom enjoyed her meal, she and dad had the plates. They got a lot more food for just $3 or so more, and next time I would do the same. Their plates consisted of chopped brisket and 2 sides, mom got Mac and cheese and sweet corn, and dad got ranch style beans and coleslaw. Mom sort of liked the Mac and cheese and flipped over the sweet corn. Dad enjoyed the beans but tried to get anyone to take the coleslaw. There was NO dressing on the coleslaw…ewe. So it was kinda hit and miss on the food. The atmosphere was okay, but we were literally their only customers until just before we left; it was kind od odd feeling. The staff were very kind and Laura brought extra napkins when asked!
… moreMartha Maldonado
Visiting from New Jersey we found this place because of the good reviews. Let me tell you … people are right. Great restaurant, food is really good and service great. Thanks to our servers Mandy and Anne Marie. Highly recommended.
… morekatherine Hotchkiss
Pleasantly surprised by the amazing pizza here! My husband and I are super picky when it comes to pizza, being from the East Coast we favor New York Style . We decided to take chance on the wood fired pizza here based on reviews. The sauce was so fresh and perfectly portioned along with other toppings.. every topping went well with each other and we did add mushrooms also. The crust was also perfect with crisp air bubbles..my fav! We will definitely stop by again when we pass through for work.
… moreJana Tingom
Definitely stop here while in or driving through Payson!! We enjoyed the dog friendly patio and atmosphere, and the food – the wood fired pizza was perfection. Also loved the garlic fried cheese curds! We will be back!
… moreJoshua D
What a great hidden gem!! I’m sure the locals know about this place, but us valley of the sun dwellers may not realize it’s there. Tucked away off the main road, this wonderful restaurant is uniquely cozy.
The service was impeccably kind and courteous and the food was equally tasty!
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