Dinner for four. My wife and I drove from Raleigh to this Cracker Barrel location to have dinner with her uncle and his wife who were passing through NC on their way back to Virginia. The Service was great , Michaela did an amazing job of taking care of us. She was upbeat, funny and attentive. The food was great 3 of us got the Turkey and dressing and one got meat loaf (I think) All 4 of us were happy with our meal. The ambiance was great, traditional Cracker Barrel look. The restaurant was clean in the dining area as well as the rest rooms. We were greeted when we first arrived and we were politely asked to shop in the store after dinner, I thought this was a brilliant way of getting people to shop... which we did. We had an amazing time at Cracker Barrel, if you're in the area I highly recommend stopping in. *This is Great place for families to eat. Thanks again Michaela and Cracker Barrel. :) read more

Great service and food! Always feels like you're at a family gathering with down home food prepared with flavor! Always a favorite when traveling thru NC. I had the Nashville Hot chicken with 2 sides (macaroni and cheese and turnip greens) both tasty, my partner had pot roast, the same 2 sides with hot biscuits. Southern Hospitality, 1000% read more

I'm not sure why this Cracker Barrel has only 3 stars; it's way better than that. Crystal, our waitress is the sweetest waitress. She made sure we were taken care of and that our half n half Ice Tea was cold and glasses were full. CB you should sell your TEA bags in store. It really is the best Ice Tea out there! We enjoyed the chicken fried steak meal and Chicken Tenders. Our food came out HOT and with Large portions. We left full and with take home to go! read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

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Great experience at this restaurant, had the buttermilk pancakes which were done perfectly. Very convenient to get off and on I95. Waitress was attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this place. read more

I ordered the fried chicken meal with a side of mashed potatoes with brown gravy and mac and cheese and it was pretty good! I wasn't a huge fan of the mashed potatoes since they lacked flavor and had some skin in it but the mac and cheese definitely made up for it. The chicken was delicious and such a big portion. Overall I had a nice time here and I'd definitely be back. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Southern Fried Chicken Family Meal - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

Cracker Barrel always hits just right for family dining. After our shopping at the outlet we decided to dine in at Cracker Barrel. They were able to seat us quickly and the service was on point. Our waitress was very patient with our 4 kiddos who wanted to order for themselves. I had the shrimp and rice and the kiddos ate from the kids menu. The portion sizes were good and the food was great, I am however biased, I love Cracker Barrels menu and the pricing was very fair and all the classic decor and candies were there!! read more

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Stopped by to eat at the cracker Barrel in Melborne Fl and all I can is well crap. The portions were smaller, the tastes were not the same.We had the roast beef and chicken and rice and those have alwaysbeen our go to meal there. We left hungry and the roast beef was tough. Our 1st bad experience with Cracker Barrel ever. The only reason I decided to post this is because my wif said we are not going back. Its bad when Golden Corral has better roast beef than Cracker Barrel. read more

I ordered from here a month ago while visiting from Texas. The food was cooked better than any other Cracker Barrel and the manager at this location was extremely helpful when our order was messed up. I will go here every time I visit the state. read more

I came in as 1 person during lunch. It was not busy. I was sat at a corner table and watched as my server and host went to everyone but me. I was purposely ignored for over 15 minutes, check the cameras. I'm sure there was some underline issue with my skintone but I'm not surprised. TRASH. Will never be eating here. Staff purposely ignored me. They never even brought me water. Do better read more

I'm a sucker for redemption stories. Always good to hear how some places find ways to improve and come back stronger. Case in point, this Cracker Barrel restaurant. Our second trip here yielded a much better dining experience. The French Toast and the Benny Biscuit were both better tasting! Wife loved the French Toast so much that she cleaned her plate. My Benny's hollandaise sauce left me a little wanting in the flavor department, but it was nonetheless a workable dish. The surprise was the hash brown casserole. Man it was so good! The service was prompt and quick. Despite the crowd we were seated fairly quickly and received our orders promptly. My only complaint about the ambiance is it is a little too dark for my liking. It would be nice to let a little of the sunlight in. Might come back this time. read more

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Wow have things changed. I have always considered Cracker Barrel to be the nice upper class Waffle House. After going here I'm now reconsidering that thought. Food quality and quantity has suffered greatly to start with. And the interior is extremely trashy looking as well. I have never seen a Waffle House in this poor condition. Does corporate and the area GM not care anymore? read more

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On our way south on 95 stopped at the Smithfield Cracker Barrel. Was fortunate to get Crystal as our server! Hands down best service we've had at the cracker barrel chain anywhere. Food was great. The restaurant was clean and staff was friendly and welcoming. Stop here if you're on the road and want a great meal with friendly fast service. read more

DO NOT go here! After my experience at this location yesterday I am writing this to tell people don't go here as long as the manager will is employed there. After waiting over an hour for our food, getting it cold with extremely hot plates, and asking for the manager several times, Will stood blocking me in , even when I was obviously trying to stand, made a sexiest remark about me to my spouse and said don't worry I won't charge you for this just leave. He refused to give me his name a waitress stopped me and apologized for what she witnessed and gave me his name I have filed a complaint with corporate office but have not heard back I feel this location has a sexiest manager and in my experience is not safe for the elderly or disabled which I am both STAY AWAY!!!!!! read more

Great atmosphere...Working wood fireplace Excellent service with good flavor foods. It's consistent and delivers to expectations read more

We went on the 13th for breakfast and when we paid they said it showed an error code on card reader.we were asked to try again. It went through. I checked my bank before we left and was charged twice.they called the manager and we were told there's nothing that can be done. So they stole 44 dollars from us. We will never go back and are telling everyone. Also contacting the BBB.be careful. read more

Went to Cracker Barrel for breakfast today. It was the 1st time back since all the hoopla. I was hoping they brought omelets back to the menu but no such luck. The food was okay, the service was good but, the place was freezing cold. read more

Chicken dumpling soup Not one dumpling Two tiny pieces of Carrots A couple noodles Thin broth How can u call it chicken dumpling not one dumpling, two bowls of soup Take out service read more

My first Cracker Barrel experience and it didn't disappoint! We've gotten take out a number of times since from this location and it's always delicious! read more

Went here for the 1st time on Saturday February 8th 2025 with my parents for a much needed breakfast. We were on the road taking a trip to South Carolina, and needed a bite to eat. Easy to find once you get off the highway. Please note, we have been to other cracker barrels, but this is the first visit at this location. Host greeted us with a smile, and took us to our table. The table was in a corner and near the fireplace, which was warm and cozy, at least for me. Our Server greeted us promptly, and was very polite.I forgot her name tho. Also had that Southern Hospitality vibe, which is good. We started with 3 coffees. For breakfast I ordered a short stack of pancakes with the impossible sausage. My mom got the grandma's special with impossible sausage. My dad got the grandma's special with hash browns. Our server informed us that it came with biscuits and we got that too. although only my dad ate it. The food came out nice and hot, and was delicious. it also got really busy in the restaurant, and we wanted a refill of coffee, and it was slow to get our waitress. understandable though. we eventually did get our refill. left a cash tip at the table. Then went to the store part and paid our bill, and i saw a cute scooby doo plush for easter. Restrooms were also clean as we used them before we left. would definitely be back at this location! read more

i don't know where to start there was little to no cheese on my salad my eggs weren't even properly cut the lattuce was so saggy not even crunchy and my chicken was very chewy. I love crack a barrel ? but this is my first time visiting this location and all i can say is im disappointed i dont think im ever coming back again. this presentation is just unacceptable. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Homestyle Grilled Chicken Salad - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

Stopped here for a great breakfast. Momma's: Two eggs, 3 meats, 2 pancakes, grits. Served hot and delicious with endless biscuits & gravy (not me). With 100% MAPLE syrup- that's a great + Outdoor seating available also with plenty of parking read more

I haven't been to a Cracker Barrel in YEARS.... I remember the Uncle Hershel was a standard item on their menu for a long time but they no longer have it. Our waitress said she heard people asking about it but wasn't sure what it was. I ordered something different but the food was not that good. The ham was so salty I couldn't eat it. The pancakes were under cooked. I was disappointed in general. read more

I was a solo diner around lunch time. Entire staff from the front end to my server, was very friendly. Service was fast and the food was good. I never eat here, this place makes me reconsider. Overall the ambiance/vibe was welcoming and quiet. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - **TUESDAY ONLY** Country Fried Pork Chops. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

Cracker Barrel has been making changes in their menu, service, food offerings, portions, etc, over the past couple of years. We visit about once a month and see new offerings. Wish they'd settle on something and leave it. This visit, another change to the menu. The old standbys are gone. Uncle Herschels, etc. Limited menu for breakfast and other meals. Now offering plant based meats, alcohol. We ordered ala carte in order to get what we wanted. We miss our "old country store". read more

We had a great time here! Lidia helped us and we loved her attitude and willingness to serve us! The food was great and we shopped a little bit! We love our visit read more

Petfiendly. At least, i think it was kind of a first time because the hostess had to ask and verify. Kaley the Server was nice and friendly. Food was diverse and good for the price . However, not great in term of taste. Steak was overcooked and thin. Mac and cheese was full of sauce and did not taste cheese. Overall not very tasty even with the gravy sauce on the mashed potato. We took 4 different country sides but they came up with 2 choices with macaroni and cheese for both of us. Ambiance a bit open air as we were outside. Had many peoples on the rocking chairs outside chatting. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Sampler : Steak, shrimp - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

The menu has been scaled down in choices from a year ago. The food was decent, and it filled the void. Liked that adults could order kid size portions. Chicken tenders, okay, breakfast is terrific. The server was new and did a good job. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Gift shop - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

I hadn't been to a Cracker Barrel in years but came this morning while visiting my parents. We came fairly early so it wasn't very busy yet. Angel was our server and was extremely friendly and on the ball, refilling waters and coffee before we asked. I tried their hashbrown casserole breakfast with impossible sausage. The portion sizes were great. I couldn't finish it all and took home leftovers. I was also excited to see the vegetarian option. Obviously Cracker Barrel isn't fine dining but the food was good, the service was great and the bang for your buck was good as well. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Hashbrown casserole breakfast - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

Great service!, good food. We had a good meal. The restaurant was clean. The country store had a great variety of items for sale including old time candies and drinks. read more

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This location is substandard. Waited 45 minutes then had to ask where our food was. Food was then brought out cold for everyone in our party except one person who was told that the gravy wasn't thickening and they couldn't serve it. His order was biscuits and gravy so that was odd - so they just brought him the biscuits like that was just fine! Horrible experience - no manager apology just cold food for 3 and nothing for the other one of us. Will not be back - second poor experience at this location. Cross this one off your list. read more

I went to enjoy a kid free mommy breakfast and of course was food was amazing and the place was clean and nice. My server was lisa...was just reminds me of home.such a sweet country big heart loving person. She deserves the shout out...I'm glad I met her today while enjoying my food! read more

Family picked me up to go to Cracker Barrel for breakfast . I chosed my usual eggs and sausage but added pancakes. Like my past visits service was excellent plus the food was delicious . The environment was normal only a plate dropped and the shattering noise . An excellent visit read more

What else can be said this is true American food that we all grew up on at some point And can feed a family of four for under $60 ! read more

BEST CRACKER BARREL WITHIN 100 MILES OF THE AREA! My husband and I visited today (Labor Day, 2024). We live down the way. The one on hwy 42 is disgusting. The one in Durham is too ghetto. This one was perfect! Actual southern servers!!!! The food at lunch came out WITHIN 10 minutes! It was a packed out place today too. Food was great and piping hot! Our server was also the best. I forgot her name, but she was rocking! read more

Food was great Service was exceptional Atmosphere was great as well. Pork chops are awesome! read more

As a Cracker Barrel fan, I was hesitant when they started changing their menu but something about the way they now cook their French toast makes it AMAZING. I was a bit disappointed when they removed the "eggs in the basket" meal from their menu but their French toast makes up for it and the prices are so reasonable. ($10 for a meal!?!) read more

My visit at the Smithfield location left me with a bad taste in my mouth. My son and I came in around 2:00om today. I got a fried chicken salad. The chicken in my salad was old and tough as if it had been made in advance and sat under heat for hours. There was no juice left in it. It was inedible. I didn't send it back because my server never came by to ask me if my meal was ok. My sons chicken tenders were also hard, but not as bad as my fried chicken breast. Unfortunately, he didn't eat his chicken either. The hash brown casserole was dry. Then we visited the gift shop and I let him pick out a toy. My son is 1.5 years old. As we're paying for his toy car he grabs a bag of M&Ms (they're at eye level and colorful so of course he's going to be drawn to it.) he proceeded to put the bag (not the candy) into his mouth, because that's what toddlers do. The young man working the register says "he can't put that in his mouth." So I take it away (I'm trying to pay as all this is happening which is why he grabbed it in the first place.) I explain to my son, as if he understands lol, that it's gross. The young man then says, "can I have that back? Unfortunately, I have to write it off now." Say what? You can't wipe it down with sanitizer? Haha I've never heard of that. He might want to go to the toy section and write EVERYTHING off because I guarantee half of those items have touched the mouths of children. As I'm walking away he very sarcastically says, "you're welcome." As if I were supposed to thank him for writing that candy off. It was rude. The servers and cashiers could use more coaching, as well as the kitchen staff because I'm pretty sure that chicken was over two hours old. Which by the way, is the longest you're able to hold something in a hot box according to ServSafe. I will not be back to this location again. read more

This has to be the worst Cracker Barrel restaurant in the chain. Took our 86 year old grandmother for a birthday dinner. Her words were the worst birthday dinner I have ever had. Hopefully corporate will intervene soon or it will be closed soon. read more

Skip!!!! This is the maple glazed chicken tenders. The "glaze" was found in a clump. Service was good, but I think because of the proximity to a main road the turn over for tables is so quick they don't care about the quality. We eat at Cracker Barrel on a reg basis. This is not how they do business generally. Unfortunately based on what time We were eating ( 8pm.) our options were limited. M read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Dinner - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Smithfield, North Carolina

Cracker Barrel is always my go-to road trip restaurant and a road trip is what brought me into this location. I was pretty impressed with my experience. Everything was really clean and the food was really good. I got the Sunrise Sampler and loved that I could get breakfast for dinner. Our server Marissa S. was fabulous and our food was served to us fresh and hot within 20 minutes. Marissa even brought us drinks for the road without being asked. Of course, no trip to Cracker Barrel is complete without browsing all the goodies in the gift shop. As usual, the gift shop was fully stocked with kitschy items that were really fun to browse. Overall, it was a great break from driving and would stop here again. read more