Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc., founded in 1969 by Dan Evins in Lebanon, Tennessee, is a renowned American chain that uniquely combines Southern-inspired dining with a nostalgic retail experience.

The company operates over 660 locations across 45 states, offering guests a warm, home-away-from-home atmosphere.

Each Cracker Barrel location features a rustic, country-themed decor reminiscent of an old-fashioned general store.

Guests are welcomed with a front porch adorned with wooden rocking chairs, a stone fireplace, and displays of local artifacts, creating a cozy and inviting environment.

Menu Offerings

The menu showcases traditional Southern cuisine, including favorites like biscuits, grits, country ham, and turnip greens.

All-day breakfast options are available, along with lunch and dinner selections such as fried and grilled chicken, chicken and dumplings, meatloaf, country fried steak, pork chops, country fried shrimp, fish, steak, roast beef, ham, sandwiches, and salads.

Retail Store

In addition to dining, Cracker Barrel operates a retail store within each location, offering a variety of country-themed merchandise.

This merchandise includes:

• Rocking chairs
• Cookware
• Apparel
• Toys
• Seasonal gifts
• Music CDs
• An audio book sale-and-exchange program

Company Expansion

The company expanded its offerings over the years, including the acquisition of Maple Street Biscuit Company in 2019.

This subsidiary serves breakfast and lunch with a focus on comfort food with a modern twist.

Community Involvement

Cracker Barrel is committed to community involvement through initiatives like the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Foundation, supporting various nonprofit organizations and programs.

The company also partners with Feeding America to help end hunger in the United States through the Cracker Barrel Food for Families initiative.

Locations

Cracker Barrel has many locations throughout the United States, including:

• Kenosha, WI
• Edmond, OK
• Oklahoma City, OK
• Newport News, VA
• South Portland, ME
• Little Rock, AR
• Evansville, IN
• Missoula, MT
• Council Bluffs, IA
• Columbus, GA
• Collingswood, NJ
• Charleston, WV
• Mobile, AL
• Hampton, VA
• Tulsa, OK
• Chesapeake, VA
• Hendersonville, TN
• Feasterville-Trevose, PA

With a rich history and dedication to quality, Cracker Barrel continues to provide guests with a unique dining and shopping experience that reflects the charm and hospitality of the American South.