Cracker Barrel Old Country Store
$ • American, Southern, Vegan
Hours:
800 Kings Hwy, Port Charlotte
(941) 624-4994
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Cracker Barrel Reviews
We have dined at CB one or two times a week for over a decade and on a regular basis for over twenty years. Unfortunately the prices have gone up every few months while the menu choices have become less like country comfort food and more like common restaurant food. The wait staff is generally friendly but they can never get the order right the first time. We always have to ask again for things like jelly, honey or extra lemon. They NEVER remember. But last evening was the worst....read full review
This Cracker Barrel has never had a good management team. We only went this time because we were bought a gift card. It absolutely was not the waitresses fault. This particular day they had just started serving the 4-6 pm early dine specials. Because she was a good waitress she went back to the kitchen to see if they had any of these items we wanted to order. My husband had to completely change his order and one item I wanted was also not ready. If I was the manager I would do...read full review
I was shocked how bad the food was at the Port Charlotte location. It wasn’t busy but the fried turkey was cooked way ahead of time. It was soggy instead of fresh and crispy. Even the cornbread muffins were terrible. They tasted like the muffin pans were greased with old grease, the flavor was not good. I’ve been to several Cracker Barrel’s all over the country and they normally all have the same tasting food but this ruined it. I go to CB just for the cornbread but this...read full review
Menu
Hours
| Monday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Wednesday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Thursday | 7AM - 9PM |
| Friday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Saturday | 7AM - 10PM |
| Sunday | 7AM - 9PM |
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is a popular restaurant known for its friendly service, comforting food, and reasonable prices. Customers often visit for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, finding the food consistently good and satisfying. The menu includes dishes like chicken and dumplings, meatloaf, crispy chicken, and the campfire meal. Some reviews mention specific meals such as fried chicken, pot roast, chicken tenders, and the child's shrimp, all enjoyed by diners, though occasionally the pot roast arrives at room temperature or the chicken may be a little dry. The staff is praised for being friendly, accommodating, and efficient, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Many visitors appreciate the quiet, safe setting and easy accessibility, making it a frequent stop during travels or vacations. Some feedback highlights the quick service and well-trained staff, while a few mention minor issues like undercooked chicken or unavailable menu items. Overall, Cracker Barrel offers a comforting, enjoyable dining experience with consistently good food and friendly service.