Cracker Barrel addresses claims regarding employee meal policies while traveling for work
Cracker Barrel has addressed reports regarding a policy that suggests employees should primarily dine at its restaurants while traveling, clarifying that this isn’t a new guideline. The company stated to FOX Business that this dining practice will formally begin in June 2024. While employees are encouraged to eat at Cracker Barrel when possible, it’s not […]
Cracker Barrel strengthens travel rules as sales drop
Cracker Barrel staff are now required to cover their own alcohol expenses while traveling for work and are encouraged to dine at their locations as much as possible, according to a recent internal message. This news was initially brought to light by the Wall Street Journal, which indicated that employees should aim to have most […]
Cracker Barrel encourages employees to dine at the restaurant for all their meals while on business trips.
Cracker Barrel’s New Employee Meal Directive During Travel Cracker Barrel is now encouraging its employees to dine exclusively at their restaurants while traveling for work, a move attributed to the need for cost reductions following a significant downturn in sales after their controversial brand update. This practice is being referred to as “travel scrimping,” a […]
Beaten and Battered: Cracker Barrel Reintroduces Two Favorites After Customer Reactions
Cracker Barrel’s Recent Challenges and Menu Changes Cracker Barrel has faced quite a few hurdles lately. In August 2025, an attempt to update both its original logo and country-style decor didn’t go as planned. The criticism was immediate and harsh, resulting in significant consequences for the brand. Recently, they also decided to stop serving black-eyed […]
Cracker Barrel is reintroducing two beloved menu items, Hamburger Steak and Eggs in the Basket.
Cracker Barrel Revives Classic Menu Items Cracker Barrel is bringing back some beloved favorites to its menu, specifically two classic dishes that many customers have missed. The well-known Tennessee restaurant chain announced that its Hamburger Steak and Eggs in the Basket will return. They cited “popular demand” as the reason for this revival. Thomas Yun, […]
Customers Furious as Cracker Barrel Takes Another Poor Action
Cracker Barrel Faces Backlash Over New Year’s Tradition Cracker Barrel is once again in hot water, this time upsetting loyal customers in the South by abandoning longstanding New Year’s Day customs. In early September 2025, the chain took a step back from plans to modernize its look—ditching its traditional logo featuring the character Uncle Herschel […]
Cracker Barrel unexpectedly skips New Year’s black-eyed peas
Cracker Barrel Discontinues Black-Eyed Peas on New Year’s Day For many in the South, black-eyed peas have been a traditional dish served on New Year’s Day for generations. Author John Egerton, in his book “Southern Cooking: At Home, on the Street, and in History,” notes that this dish is tied to “mystical, mythical forces that […]
Cracker Barrel removes black-eyed peas from its New Year’s Day menu
Decline of Black-Eyed Peas at Cracker Barrel For years, black-eyed peas have held a special place in Southern New Year’s Day traditions. According to Southern food author John Egerton, these peas are thought to bring good luck for the coming year. Cracker Barrel has been a go-to spot for those wanting to maintain their New […]
Cracker Barrel faces food issues following logo dispute
Cracker Barrel Faces Customer Backlash Over Quality and Branding Changes Cracker Barrel’s CEO, Julie Masino, recently spoke about the significant pushback the company has encountered following a controversial redesign this year. Many customers feel the restaurant’s food quality has declined, citing issues like cold biscuits and reheated sides. The decision to change the iconic logo […]
Cracker Barrel will compensate students who were reportedly refused service due to their disability.
Cracker Barrel Settles Discrimination Allegations After nearly a year-long investigation, Cracker Barrel has come to an agreement with a Maryland school regarding claims of discrimination against special education students. In December 2024, a group of 11 students from Dr. James Crake Elementary School took part in a field trip aimed at helping students with disabilities […]