Name: Cracker Barrel
Address: US
Price range: $$

Question 1

What should I order at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

Based on customer sentiment from Google Reviews, Yelp, and Reddit, the most recommended Cracker Barrel items are Old Timer's Breakfast, Country Fried Steak Dinner, Hashbrown Casserole. For the best value, customers most often mention Old Timer's Breakfast at $11.49 — a full plate for under $12, Family Meal Baskets from $36.99 feeding 4-6 people, Bottomless Coffee and Sweet Tea at $2.99. Cracker Barrel earns strong but polarized sentiment, averaging around 4.

Question 2

Is Cracker Barrel good?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel has a customer sentiment score of 4.3 out of 5, slightly above the 4.0 average across the 109 chains we track. The most common praise is: buttermilk biscuits with real butter and apple butter — a signature no other chain matches; chicken 'n dumplings and comfort-food nostalgia hit consistently. The most common complaints are: weekend and holiday waits can stretch 45-60 minutes at popular locations; dining rooms get crowded and noisy during peak breakfast rush.

Question 3

What time does Cracker Barrel start serving breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel starts serving breakfast at 6:00 AM (Monday–Friday). Most locations follow the same schedule, but individual restaurants can shift times by an hour — check with your local Cracker Barrel to confirm.

Question 4

When does Cracker Barrel stop serving breakfast?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel serves breakfast until 10:30 AM on Monday–Friday (6:00 AM to 10:30 AM (Monday–Friday, Saturday–Sunday)). After that, the menu switches to the regular all-day menu. Hours can vary by location.

Question 5

What is on the Cracker Barrel breakfast menu?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel breakfast menu includes Old Timer's Breakfast, Country Boy Breakfast, Sunrise Sampler, and more. 13 breakfast items are listed on this page with prices and calories.

Question 6

What is the cheapest breakfast item at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest breakfast item at Cracker Barrel is the Sausage 'n Biscuit at $8.99. Prices come from our latest 2026 menu data and can vary by location.

Question 7

Does Cracker Barrel serve breakfast all day?

Accepted Answer

Yes — Cracker Barrel offers all-day breakfast items, so you can order breakfast favorites outside traditional breakfast hours. Availability varies by location.

Question 8

How many calories are in a Old Timer's Breakfast at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

A Old Timer's Breakfast at Cracker Barrel has 850 calories. This is from the official Cracker Barrel nutrition information and can vary slightly with customizations.

Question 9

What is the lowest-calorie item at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

The lowest-calorie item on the Cracker Barrel menu is the Bottomless Coffee at 5 calories (Drinks). Calorie counts come from official Cracker Barrel nutrition data.

Question 10

Where does the Cracker Barrel nutrition data come from?

Accepted Answer

All Cracker Barrel calorie and macronutrient information on this page is sourced from the official Cracker Barrel nutrition and allergen information, linked below. Nutrition values are approximate and may vary with customizations, preparation, and location.

Question 11

What is the Cracker Barrel menu price range for 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel menu with prices for 2026 ranges from $1.99 for a Single Biscuit to $44.99 for a Family Meal Basket. The Old Timer's Breakfast is $11.49. Country dinners range from $13.49 for Chicken 'n Dumplings to $15.99 for Sunday Homestyle Chicken Dinner. Family Meal Baskets range from $36.99 to $44.99 and feed 4-6 people. The Cracker Barrel menu prices are relatively consistent across locations since the chain is mostly company-operated.

Question 12

Does Cracker Barrel serve breakfast all day?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cracker Barrel serves its full breakfast menu all day, every day at every location. The Cracker Barrel breakfast menu features the Old Timer's Breakfast ($11.49), Country Boy Breakfast ($13.49), Sunrise Sampler ($13.99), pancakes, French toast, Eggs in the Basket, and more — all available from open to close. All-day breakfast has been Cracker Barrel's identity since 1969.

Question 13

How much is the Old Timer's Breakfast at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

The Old Timer's Breakfast is $11.49 at most Cracker Barrel locations as of 2026. It includes two eggs cooked your way, choice of bacon or sausage, fried apples or grits, and a buttermilk biscuit with real butter, homemade jam, and apple butter. It's the chain's signature breakfast plate since 1969 and the most ordered item on the entire menu.

Question 14

What is Hashbrown Casserole at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

Hashbrown Casserole is Cracker Barrel's most famous side — shredded hashbrown potatoes baked with cheddar cheese, onion, butter, and cream until the edges crisp. It's included free with any breakfast plate or country dinner that includes sides. À la carte it's $4.99. It's so popular that Cracker Barrel sells it frozen in the attached country store and at grocery chains nationwide.

Question 15

Does Cracker Barrel have a gluten free menu?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel offers a gluten free menu with options including grilled chicken, vegetables, eggs, bacon, and certain sides like pinto beans and sweet corn. The Cracker Barrel allergen menu is available online. However, Cracker Barrel's kitchen handles flour extensively (biscuits, breading, pancakes), so cross-contact is possible. Always inform your server of any food allergies.

Question 16

How much is a Cracker Barrel Family Meal Basket?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel Family Meal Baskets range from $36.99 to $44.99 and feed 4-6 people. Each basket includes an entrée, three large country sides, six biscuits with butter, and a Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake. Options: Meatloaf ($36.99), Chicken 'n Dumplings ($36.99), Pulled Pork ($36.99), Country Fried Steak ($39.99), Sunday Homestyle Chicken ($44.99), Pot Roast ($44.99), and Roast Beef ($44.99).

Question 17

Does Cracker Barrel have a kids menu?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Cracker Barrel kids menu includes Kids Lil' Pancakes ($7.99), Kids Mini-Cheeseburgers ($7.99), Kids Chicken Tenderloins ($7.99), Kids Macaroni n' Cheese ($7.99), Kids Hot Dog ($6.99), Kids Grilled Cheese ($7.49), and Kids Country Fried Chicken ($7.99). The Cracker Barrel kids menu is for children 12 and under.

Question 18

What country dinners does Cracker Barrel have?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel dinner menu includes Country Fried Steak ($14.99), Meatloaf ($13.99), Sunday Homestyle Chicken ($15.99), Chicken 'n Dumplings ($13.49), Pot Roast ($15.99), Roast Beef ($15.49), Smothered Chicken ($14.49), Hamburger Steak ($13.99), Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken Tenderloins ($13.99), and Country Fried Chicken Strips ($13.49). Each includes three country sides plus biscuits or cornbread.

Question 19

Does Cracker Barrel have a holiday menu?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Cracker Barrel holiday menu includes seasonal pies like Pumpkin Pie ($6.99, fall), Pecan Pie ($6.99, year-round), and Maple-Pecan Holiday Pie ($7.49, winter holiday). The Cracker Barrel Thanksgiving menu features Family Meal Baskets perfect for holiday gatherings. The Cracker Barrel fall menu and holiday season bring seasonal pies and festive country store items.

Question 20

What is the most popular item at Cracker Barrel?

Accepted Answer

The Old Timer's Breakfast ($11.49) is the most ordered item on the Cracker Barrel menu — the signature breakfast plate since 1969. The Country Fried Steak Dinner ($14.99) is the most popular dinner entrée. Hashbrown Casserole is the most ordered side by volume. The Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake ($7.49) is the most popular dessert.

Question 21

Does Cracker Barrel have a secret menu?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel secret menu includes the Hashbrown Casserole Bowl (topped with eggs, bacon, and gravy), Country Fried Steak Benedict (on a biscuit with poached eggs), Fried Apples à la Mode (with vanilla ice cream), and Biscuit French Toast. Most secret menu items use ingredients already on the menu and can be ordered as customizations.

Question 22

What sides come with a Cracker Barrel country dinner?

Accepted Answer

Country dinners include your choice of three country sides plus biscuits or cornbread at no extra cost. The 12 country sides are: Hashbrown Casserole, Fried Apples, Mac and Cheese, Mashed Potatoes & Country Gravy, Sweet Corn, Sweet Whole Baby Carrots, Pinto Beans, Coleslaw, Turnip Greens, Steak Fries, Sliced Tomatoes, and Country Vegetable Soup. Hashbrown Casserole and Fried Apples are the two most popular.

Question 23

Is Cracker Barrel open 24 hours?

Accepted Answer

No, Cracker Barrel is not a 24-hour chain. Standard hours are typically 6 AM to 9 PM Sunday through Thursday and 6 AM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday. Hours vary by location. Breakfast is served the entire day they're open. Unlike Denny's and IHOP, Cracker Barrel does not compete for the late-night daypart.

Question 24

Does Cracker Barrel have beer and wine?

Accepted Answer

Yes, beer and wine are now available at many — but not all — Cracker Barrel locations. Where available, domestic beer ($5.49) and house wine by the glass ($6.99) are served. Roughly half of locations now carry alcohol. The addition of beer and wine began rolling out in 2020-2024 and continues to expand to more locations.

Question 25

Does Cracker Barrel have a catering menu?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cracker Barrel catering offers Family Meal Baskets and larger catering trays for groups of 10+. Catering options include Hashbrown Casserole trays, country fried steak, meatloaf, fried chicken, and country sides. Iced tea and dessert trays are also available. Orders can be placed for pickup or delivery at participating locations.

Question 26

What desserts does Cracker Barrel have?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel dessert menu includes the Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake ($7.49), Apple Pie à la Mode ($7.99), Pecan Pie ($6.99), Hot Apple Dumpling ($7.99), Pumpkin Pie ($6.99, seasonal), and Mama's Pancake ($5.99). The Coca-Cola Cake is the signature dessert and is included in every Family Meal Basket.

Question 27

How many Cracker Barrel locations are there?

Accepted Answer

Cracker Barrel has approximately 660 locations across 45 U.S. states, with the densest footprint along interstate corridors in the South, Midwest, and Mid-Atlantic. The chain is mostly company-operated (not franchised) and is publicly traded as CBRL on NASDAQ. Headquarters are in Lebanon, Tennessee.

Question 28

Does Cracker Barrel have a rewards program?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cracker Barrel Rewards is a free loyalty program in the mobile app. Earn points on every visit toward free menu items, get a free dessert on your birthday, and access app-exclusive deals. The program had refreshed redemption tiers in 2025.

Question 29

What is the cheapest item on the Cracker Barrel menu?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest item on the Cracker Barrel menu is the Single Biscuit at $1.99. Other affordable options include Bottomless Coffee ($2.99), Bottomless Sweet Tea ($2.99), Apple Juice ($2.99), Milk ($2.99), Hot Tea ($2.99), and à la carte country sides ($4.99). The cheapest full meal is the Kids Hot Dog Meal at $6.99.

Question 30

Does Cracker Barrel have a lunch menu?

Accepted Answer

The Cracker Barrel lunch menu and dinner menu are the same — country dinners, sandwiches, and lighter plates are served all day from 11 AM. The Cracker Barrel lunch menu with prices includes the Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich ($11.49), Country Fried Steak Sandwich ($10.99), Sourdough Patty Melt ($10.99), and all country dinners.

Question 31

Does Cracker Barrel have vegetarian options?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cracker Barrel offers several vegetarian options. The Country Morning Breakfast ($10.99) without meat, Old Fashioned Pancake Breakfast ($9.99), Stuffed Cheesecake Pancakes ($11.99), Grilled Cheese Sandwich ($8.49), and all country sides are vegetarian. Vegan options include Fried Apples, Pinto Beans, Sliced Tomatoes, Apple Juice, and Hot Tea.

Item	Cal	Protein	Carbs	Fat
Old Timer's Breakfast	850	-	-	-
Country Boy Breakfast	1420	-	-	-
Sunrise Sampler	1510	-	-	-
Sausage 'n Biscuit	920	-	-	-
Eggs in the Basket	780	-	-	-
Smokehouse Breakfast	1250	-	-	-
Country Morning Breakfast	740	-	-	-
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast	1380	-	-	-
Momma's French Toast Breakfast	920	-	-	-
Old Fashioned Buttermilk Pancake Breakfast	860	-	-	-
Pecan Pancakes (Full Stack)	880	-	-	-
Wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes	840	-	-	-
Stuffed Cheesecake Pancakes	960	-	-	-
Country Fried Steak Dinner	1260	-	-	-
Meatloaf Dinner	1140	-	-	-
Sunday Homestyle Chicken Dinner	1180	-	-	-
Chicken 'n Dumplings	1080	-	-	-
Pot Roast Dinner	1220	-	-	-
Roast Beef Dinner	1150	-	-	-
Smothered Chicken	1090	-	-	-
Hamburger Steak	1160	-	-	-
Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken Tenderloins	1120	-	-	-
Country Fried Chicken Strips	1050	-	-	-
Buttermilk Crispy Chicken Sandwich	820	-	-	-
Country Fried Steak Sandwich	980	-	-	-
Sourdough Patty Melt	880	-	-	-
BLT Sandwich	640	-	-	-
Grilled Cheese Sandwich	620	-	-	-
Cup of Country Vegetable Soup	240	-	-	-
Hashbrown Casserole	260	-	-	-
Fried Apples	190	-	-	-
Mac and Cheese	340	-	-	-
Mashed Potatoes & Country Gravy	250	-	-	-
Sweet Whole Baby Carrots	160	-	-	-
Sweet Corn	180	-	-	-
Pinto Beans	190	-	-	-
Turnip Greens	110	-	-	-
Coleslaw	200	-	-	-
Steak Fries	380	-	-	-
Sliced Tomatoes	40	-	-	-
Single Biscuit	250	-	-	-
Meatloaf Family Meal Basket	2880	-	-	-
Country Fried Steak Family Meal Basket	3240	-	-	-
Chicken 'n Dumplings Family Meal Basket	2760	-	-	-
Sunday Homestyle Chicken Family Meal Basket	3120	-	-	-
Pot Roast Family Meal Basket	3080	-	-	-
Roast Beef Family Meal Basket	2960	-	-	-
Pulled Pork Family Meal Basket	3020	-	-	-
Kids Lil' Pancakes	460	-	-	-
Kids Mini-Cheeseburgers (2)	520	-	-	-
Kids Chicken Tenderloins	420	-	-	-
Kids Macaroni n' Cheese	380	-	-	-
Kids Hot Dog	410	-	-	-
Kids Grilled Cheese	390	-	-	-
Kids Country Fried Chicken	440	-	-	-
Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake	750	-	-	-
Apple Pie à la Mode	620	-	-	-
Pecan Pie	580	-	-	-
Hot Apple Dumpling	540	-	-	-
Pumpkin Pie	460	-	-	-
Mama's Pancake (Single Dessert)	340	-	-	-
Bottomless Coffee	5	-	-	-
Bottomless Sweet Tea	120	-	-	-
Soft Drink (Medium)	210	-	-	-
Hot Cocoa	220	-	-	-
100% Apple Juice	110	-	-	-
Orange Juice	130	-	-	-
Milk	150	-	-	-
Domestic Beer (Select Locations)	150	-	-	-
House Wine (Select Locations)	120	-	-	-

Location	Price	vs Average	Details
Atlanta	$11.25	+$0.03	Estimated — on par with national average — Old Timer's Breakfast
Charlotte	$11.05	-$0.17	Estimated — lower operating costs — Old Timer's Breakfast
Nashville	$11.50	+$0.28	Estimated — on par with national average — Old Timer's Breakfast
Orlando	$11.70	+$0.47	Estimated — higher operating costs — Old Timer's Breakfast
Houston	$11.05	-$0.17	Estimated — lower operating costs — Old Timer's Breakfast
Richmond	$10.80	-$0.42	Estimated — lower operating costs — Old Timer's Breakfast

Day	Start	End
Monday–Friday	6:00 AM	10:30 AM
Saturday–Sunday	6:00 AM	11:00 AM

Cracker Barrel Menu with Prices

Cracker Barrel Signature Items & Most Popular Menu Items

Old Timer's Breakfast

Country Fried Steak Dinner

Hashbrown Casserole

Sunday Homestyle Chicken Dinner

Double Chocolate Fudge Coca-Cola Cake

Full Cracker Barrel Menu with Prices & Nutrition 2026

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Highest-Calorie Items

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Best Value at Cracker Barrel

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Current deal: Cracker Barrel Rewards — Earn Points on Every Visit

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Hashbrown Casserole Bowl

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Country Morning Breakfast

Pecan Pancakes (Full Stack)

Wild Maine Blueberry Pancakes