Greeted at the waitstand and seated promptly. Numerous empty tables with dirty dishes, but at least nobody was waiting. Opted for breakfast platters which included 2 eggs, ham, 2 bacon and 1 sausage patty. Skip the sausage patty - ham was best meat for us. Option of hash brown casserole, fruit or tomatoes. Hash brown casserole was salty but tasty. Option of 2 pancakes, 2 French toast halves or toast were also included. Pancakes were greasy and flavorless but French toast was good. Would order Grandma's Breakfast again. Table service was very good even though they were understaffed. Need to get better bus service to clear empty tables so waitresses aren't having to do it. read more

Despite a busy Saturday morning crowd, we were seated right away and our waitress was friendly and attentive. The food came out quickly and everything was so hot and delicious! My husband was so happy to see eggs in a basket back in the menu! My son said he wished he gotten that instead, so Cracker Barrel, you've got another lifelong eggs in a basket fan. We finished our meal and perused the store afterwards. My kids loved it and asked when we can go again. Thanks for always being so consistently delicious and perfect for families. read more

We took the family here after my grandson's last performance. Service was pretty good. I had the cheeseburger and it was very good. Two of our family members at the ham dinner and it was bad. They said the ham tasted funny. I reported this, but nothing was done. The rest of the family said their food was just OK. So if you're going to go there, get the cheeseburger. That's about the only thing that was good. It was clean and had the old country feel that it is going for. read more

Like every Cracker Barrel I've been to, this location was clean, welcoming, and served up delicious comfort food at reasonable prices. It's exactly what you'd expect--a cozy, homey atmosphere with hearty meals that hit the spot. Our server was a bit on the slow side, but to be fair, they were juggling a busy crowd. Despite the wait, they got everything right, and we left happy and satisfied. Overall, a solid Cracker Barrel experience--nothing extraordinary, but definitely dependable. I'd come back again! read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Pot pie - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Temple, Texas

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This time the campfire chicken was not as good and the portion of food was not as generous. As if they counted out 4 tomatillos and 2.5 small red potatoes. I ordered a side of an onion flower. Small but looking forward to the sauce. No sauce. It was to go and over 20 miles. When I called about it the response was I'm sorry I thought I put it in the bag. There's really nothing I can do. There was a time I blew $50 on items in the shop and loved the whole vibe including management. At toss point I know what I can do with my to go orders. I can go somewhere else. read more

Can whoever manages this location please for the love of all things holy PLEASE retrain your staff that prepares take out orders. I've never in my life experienced this at any other location but every single takeout order they wont put enough condiments/bread for the whole order. This time I got no jelly, no ranch for the adult chicken strips order, no ketchup for the fries. Just 1 cup of butter. I clearly marked all of these things. Usually im lucky enough to get 1 cup of each for the whole entire order that everyone has to share or everyone but 1 person goes without despite asking for enough but didnt even get that this time. Are they instructed to only give 1 cup of each condiment regardless of how big the order is and only 1 or 2 biscuits on takeout orders? Its like this every single time!!!!! read more

Stopped in between the late breakfast crowd and the early lunch groups. Friendly staff. Our lunch order was taken quickly; but after close to 30 minutes we only had our drinks and no appetizers. Staff was apologetic and brought out some tasty biscuits and corn muffins while we waited (it seems like our ticket had been overlooked). Regardless of the delay, food came out hot and tasted good. Star deduction for the overall visit - if we hadn't flagged staff down to ask about our food, we would probably still be waiting. Not the end of the world. Will be back when passing thru next winter... read more

Stopped on the way home from visiting family in Killeen, TX. The place was not very busy and got in for the Early evening Dinner special that ends at 6PM. My wife ordered the Early Dinner Home style Chicken, with Mashed potatoes and Pinto Beans with White gravy all over it. I had the Chicken Fried steak with Brown gravy, Mac & Cheese, and green beans. Love the Cracker Barrel green beans so very much. Aryana was our waitress and was superb and very courteous, she always made sure we had everything we needed, especially nice hot fresh coffee. You can always love the decor of a cracker Barrel. They are a standard when traveling you know you will always get a quality meal with all of the same standards no matter where you go. Keep up the great work. read more

Cracker Barrel 08-19-24 Had lunch with a couple of my Grandsons Here. Friendly staff and nice dining area. We tried the Biscuit Beignets. They are more of a Fried Biscuit. Very good but not a Beignet! We had 1 GRANDMA'S SAMPLER PANCAKE BREAKFAST Two Pancakes, two eggs and a sampling of Bacon, Sausage and Ham. With a side of Hash Browns and Pure Natural Syrup. Served hot and fresh. 2 GRANDPA'S COUNTRY FRIED BREAKFAST Two farm fresh eggs, Hash Browns, Country Fried Steak with Sawmill Gravy. Includes Biscuits n' Gravy. All served hot and fresh. It's been a while since I've been here. All in all I'll be back. Food was flavorful and good. We will be back. read more

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My first ever trip to Cracker Barrel was one year ago. This was my third time going. I think the frequency of my trips to different Cracker Barrel locations over a year shows how much I enjoy it. The food is well priced, filling, terribly unhealthy, but usually tastes so good. The service was not slow, quite unlike my experience at a location somewhere in Georgia I went to for my last visit. However, my friend ordered pancakes with pecans, but they arrived without pecans. I had the pancake tacos, which were delicious. They were buttermilk pancakes with eggs, bacon, and cheese inside. I had it with a side of fried apples, which were too sweet for my liking. Surprisingly, the food did not really make me full, which I think is concerning on my part as this is a restaurant that can give you heart disease, diabetes, and every other comorbidity. It took 10+ minutes for all of us to pay at the counter, as it took so long for the cashier to separate our orders for only four people. Last time I came here in a big group, the waiter gave us separate receipts that we could scan to pay, which I think should be the norm. This experience we had was unnecessarily cumbersome and time consuming. read more

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This review is purely about the food because we had it for a holiday work lunch. The only thing I actually thought tasted ok was the biscuits. The food over all looked very unappetizing. The mac and cheese was burnt and honestly looks gross. I couldn't even manage to try it. The green beans looked gray and like they were old. All the food tasted as though the cooks who made this meal had never heard of salt. This was my first experience with Cracker Barrel and will also be my last read more

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Breakfast gravy was water and a mix. Pancakes came with a tiny 1.5 oz of syrup Had to ask for napkins read more

This food was discusting! I ordered grandmas sampler through DoorDash.. it was delivered properly on time, however when I opened it and tasted the food, it tasted like it was cooked on a dirty grill and it was all cold. I ended up taking the whole breakfast and dumping it in the trash. DoorDash gave me full credit, but I wanted to leave a a review for this restaurant. They need to really clean up their act and get that food up to par can't even believe that that was served like that.! read more

Absolutely the worst food I've ever been served. My first and last time trying Cracker Barrel. The ham was so dry it was like chewing cardboard, the hash browns tasted like they were cooked in days-old grease, and whatever they tried to pass off as French toast was an insult to food. Nothing was fresh, nothing was edible. Straight trash. A complete waste of money and time. I will not be back. Wish there was a way to not give stars because it doesn't deserve one! read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Temple, Texas

I went with my Daughter for breakfast yesterday, the ham tasted a little off, I ate it anyway because I was hungry, the scrambled eggs were raw in the middle? Long story short I woke up at 2 am vomiting and severe stomach issues. I called my Daughter and she said she was sick too, we spent 60 on a shitty meal, literally! That place has really gone down hill. Never again read more

The fact that this restaurant celebrates his chicken and dumplings, and its southern dishes, they run out of chicken and dumplings right in the middle of lunch? Do better! read more

Amazing fried chicken. Batter flavor and texture were perfect, not too crunch, and stayed on the meat. Chicken was tender and full of flavor. I had corn muffins, coleslaw, and mashed potatoes for the sides. The meal was only $12.99, and I felt the quantity and quality was a great value. Can't wait to go back for more. Let's not forget our great waitress MJ, she was very attentive to our needs, and I will request her section again. read more

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Coming from a family funeral wanted a nice meal so we chose Cracker barrel unfortunately we were very disappointed in the service. Our waitress was Britney and was very rude,instead of handing us out drinks she slid them across the table she did not bother to ask if we were ready to place our order instead she went and took the people that were seated after us their order. She came back we asked for extra ice and she rudely slammed it on the table,at that point I was upset,my nephew told she was being rude and she got loud,she went and told the manager and he came out and was rude himself,said we had cussed at her which was very untrue. We live in Waco and have never had any issues with any service but I will never return to the Temple store. If Britney is having a bad day she needs to go home or find another job and as for the manager he needs some training. Cracker Barrel be sure and teach your employees some manners and train them to have people skills. Sadly we got up left and didn't get to enjoy a meal because of people who don't know how to serve. DO BETTER CRACKER BARREL..... read more

I historically have decent luck with Cracker Barrel to-go. This time, we got fried chicken that was either fried way too long or sat under a heat lamp. It was so chewy that it was inedible. The chicken fried chicken was good but the sides were disappointing. Green beans looked like they came from a can and were bland. Maybe in person is better but I'm not willing to find out read more

Cracker Barrel Review The food wasn't bad, but the service was extremely disappointing. Our server, Brittany A., never checked on us during the entire meal. I sat through the whole thing with nothing to drink, and no one ever came by to ask how we were doing. To make it worse, the manager was sitting at a table in the restaurant chatting with a friend. I approached him at the end of the meal to share what happened, but he seemed completely uninterested. The conversation went nowhere, and I left feeling like my concerns didn't matter at all. Definitely not the level of service I expect from Cracker Barrel, and I won't be returning to this location anytime soon. read more

It's a Cracker Barrel! Clean, good food, the store is overstocked for tourists. The service is better than most CB's. It's a go to breakfast feast! read more

Why do I come back to this place. Yes the food was good. The service was mediocre at best. There was no wait at all and for a Saturday morning that was a surprise. Asking for a to go drink was given a kids cup, honestly the saddest excuse ever for a to go cup. Just say no next time. Giving a kids cup amounts to giving a penny tip. Which by the way is what I should have done after getting a kids cup to go. read more

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The food was cold and burnt, and the portion size was pitiful. We waited 35 minutes for our food to come out. The server told us they were waiting on ham to be cooked, yet the ham was cold, as well. During our 35-minute wait for food, our server spent a good 20 of it leaning against the doorframe near the kitchen, chit chatting with another employee. She didn't check on our drinks, and we had to ask her to bring bread. In addition to being cold, the food was simply not good. I've eaten meatloaf at many a Cracker Barrel, and it has always been delicious. Not today. I travel from Dallas to Austin and back regularly, but I won't be stopping here again. Edited to add that when I requested that my paper thin slice of meatloaf be replaced, the server said she would send a manager over. The manager did not come over to even see the food we had been served. They did provide a replacement serving of meatloaf, which came out hot, but it was still burnt and just did not taste good. read more

Ordered our food. (I can't drive anymore). I had the campfire chicken. Simply outstanding. Fall off the bone chicken, correctly cooked onions, carrots, and potatoes, and a delicious pair of corn on the cob. Thank you to Temple Cracker Barrel. It hit the spot, and I can assure you, none of it went to waste! Thanks again. read more

We love Cracker Barrel! This one however is not one I would recommend! We waited 45 min for our food then when it came out, the plates were so hot you couldn't touch them. The pancakes were like frisbees! The eggs were dried out and just horrible. We asked for new plates and the manager, DeWayne came to our table, I explained what was wrong and that the food was not fresh. He said yeah it was fresh. Basically calling me a liar! He laughed and didn't take anything seriously!! So done!! read more

Mediocre at best! Wont go again. Small portions of ok. Ok isnt what i am looking for!!

This place continues to go downhill, sadly. My husband took me there for lunch, recently. We just wanted chicken and dumplings but the young lady waiting our table said we had to order sides and couldn't just get chicken and dumplings! So, we ordered sides against our better judgment. The chicken and dumplings weren't even warm! And the hash brown casserole was absolutely disgusting! It was gummy and old tasting! And who could mess up green beans? They can!!. It tasted like they accidentally dropped the whole salt container in them! We went there about a year ago and it was terrible but my husband decided we should give it another try. There won't be a third time!!! So sad because once I mentioned our experience to friends and family, they all said they quit going long ago because the quality of the food is so poor! It was also mentioned by several, as well as us, that it is also not clean. The table felt sticky and the floor was terrible!! It's probably time for them to just shut the doors! read more

Sadly, I was very disappointed with my time at this Cracker Barrel location. I had the new spicy honey chicken strips and we had the loaded tots appetizer. I have had the tots before and they were much better at a different location. I'm sad to write this, it truly hurts as I love Cracker Barrel. I just hope that the reviews on this platform help to encourage the general manager of this location to make a change in the quality of food as well as the customer service. Our server only came to our table maybe three times the entire time we were there. Please adjust and improve as I love Cracker Barrel. read more

Do not waste your time expecting service at this particular establishment. I stood at the checkout counter for over 5min while an employee conversed with another employee. When I asked if anyone could help me, I was told, "they're in the back unpacking". Finally, another customer emerged from the restaurant went up to the counter & was checked out. With that, I left my merchandise on the counter, left the store, & called the manager from the parking lot. He subsequently told me, "I'm sorry you experienced that." If management takes the time to read this review, I would be happy to share the name of the employee who is more interested in conversing with her friends than waiting on customers. read more

A Texas must! Us country folk love our old country fried foods! Sure, not the most healthiest but my trip back home has been one big cheat day! I like to call it a "sweet day!" When you can't get a home-cooked meal from ya big mama, you come here to hear that love language of food! Confession: I didn't fully indulge, but I did allow the smells and visuals of biscuits and meatloaf to fill my nose and my eyes! I had my bacon, sausage, and four sides, which was the best move for my sensitive stomach. It's the simple things like a meal of fries, green beans, and sweet carrots. Lastly, I would like to appreciate my server Bri for being patient with me, the gluten-free guy who asks a million questions about food allergens. Cracker Barrel's never disappoints. Thank you for the biggest serving of Southern Hospitality and Southern comfort food. read more

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Cracker Barrel was a good choice for breakfast today. On a school tour trip with my little brother and we wanted comfort food. I had the Grand Spritzer and Grandma's Sampler. MJ was friendly and welcoming. Drinks were good and food hit the spot. read more

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Ordered the fried turkey entree through Door Dash. Worst meal ever from Cracker Barrel. Food was stone cold (not driver's fault). Came with 2 biscuits that were hard as rocks. Mashed potatoes were hard as well. Got about 3/4 through turkey breast and it was undercooked. Now feeling very nauseated. Only good part about order was peach tea. Threw rest of entree out. Luckily DoorDash gave refund for part of price paid. Never again!! read more

Awesome slow cooked roast beef that was so tender it didn't need a knife to cut it. Roast beef was delightfully flavorful as well. Sadly complimentary bread was not flavorful at all and the butter did not help, I should have requested jam or jelly but did not. "My fault" It was rather busy with and the parking lot was almost completely full. Still the tender delicious roast beef made up for everything honestly. Even my child exclaimed in glee after tasting the roast beef. read more

Just good down home cooking. Everything is good. Love the greens, beans and cornbread. Good chicken fried steak. Stewed apples very good. read more

Cracker Barrel has been a favorite for years, but since they've changed things up that old fashioned comfort feel and flavor is gone. Cracker Barrel was an experience, something the entire family could really enjoy. Today it has a more institutional vibe. The food is presented in the most unappealing fashion. Evidence of microwaving should never be seen by the customers. I'm so terribly disappointed. We'll be going to IHOP from now on where the food still looks and tastes great. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Loaded hashbrown Casserole - CLEARLY NUKED to to a flattened plate of cheese something. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Temple, Texas

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Well went here yesterday 2/27/2025 with fiance and dogs (as we have done many times before), and the old black manager (rather heavyset guy with glasses) waited till I had gone up to pay to complain to her about them behind my back instead of coming up to the table like a man and talking to both of US about the issue... This has NEVER happened to me in all the 20-years+ I've gone here. HEY GUY, I DIDN'T LIKE how you spoke to her and we're waiting to hear back from corporate to address how the matter could have been better handled. That's fine there is NO reason to even go back to THIS particular store ever again, as WE ARE tired of the same cheap, inconsistent portion sizes, and lukewarm food (as usual)... PLUS, why would I want to be in a restaurant where some creepy old guy manager type is watching me and NOT telling me directly what the issue is at that immediate moment.... (???????????) NOT A LOSS, actually gonna save money NOT coming here anymore. Thank You.!! read more

Service and food quality was very good; exactly what you would expect from a Cracker Barrel. They are a liitle short staffed due to Covid (many restaurant workers are staying home for the govt unemployment check). So a little grace is in order. Although every worker I saw was quite professional. This includes the manager, who had to deal with a customer who wasn't nice to her. Always loved Cracker Barrel. This one held up well. We don't live in the area. But we will be back if we travel here in the future. read more

Ate at this Cracker Barrel for the first time and the first time at any Cracker Barrel in a number of years. I will not compare this location to others as each stands on its own merit in my opinion. We walked in and were immediately seated. Service was friendly and fast. I had ordered the Chicken and Dumplings, greens and slaw. The Lady had a breakfast plate of eggs over easy, toast, grits and gravy. It was good. We ate most of our food, but there was a tad bit of lack of enthusiasm on our parts. The chicken and dumplings were a bit bland and required a lot of Tabasco, salt and pepper. The greens were good and the slaw was very good. The Lady's eggs were perfect, so was the toast. The grits were good but had quickly turned cold. I put the gravy on my small biscuit. Not bad, but a bit on the bland side. This is a perfect place for those with gastric problems or cannot, or do not like spicy food. The bottom line is that it was an OK meal, though a bit bland without extra help, at a decent price, with very friendly service. I would't hesitate to come back and see what the Chicken Fried Steak meal would be like. read more

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Chicken and dumplings - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Temple, Texas

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As usual, Cracker Barrel did not disappoint for breakfast. There were four of us and we ordered a range of breakfast plates from stuffed pancakes to a country chicken fried steak meal. The service was absolutely amazing. Our waitress (Bre) was especially attentive to our needs, making sure that we had everything we requested. The ambience is typical Cracker Barrel. Lots of families, lots of noise, lots of chatter, but it just makes you feel like you're having breakfast at grandma's house. While we wait on a table (a very brief waiting time), we were able to take advantage and browse the country store there's always something to be discovered in the country store. It really gives you an old time hometown feel there is so many treasures be sure to check out the country store on your way in or if your table is immediately ready on your way out. I got a chance to sample my nieces hot chocolate, and for some reason it was especially delicious. They may have changed their brand but if you love, hot chocolate, be sure to try their new hot chocolate with whipped cream and chocolate drizzle when you visit next. If you're looking for good food and great service and something, that'll really stick to your ribs, this winter, you should visit Cracker Barrel for breakfast, lunch or dinner. PS they serve breakfast all day, so sleep in and then go enjoy a big grandma's country breakfast! read more

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I was visiting this area, and decided to eat at Cracker Barrel. I ordered the pot roast with biscuits. The roast was tough, and dry. I asked for biscuits and received one. It was so hard ,dry, and inedible. Apparently , it must have been sitting out for several hours. The waitress was no where to be found until it was clear that I wasn't eating the meal I ordered read more