Use these clever Cracker Barrel Menu Hacks to save yourself time and score deals. Â Deals on your favorite homestyle Cracker Barrel goodness!
Are you craving some of that southern fried comfort food you get at Cracker Barrel? Â Ordering your favorites at Cracker Barrel is going to be so much more fun when you order using the best Cracker Barrel Menu Hacks!
Going out to eat is so much more fun when you know how to save money and score the best deals at Cracker Barrel!
Now you can gift yourself a frugal night out. Or enjoy a budget friendly night out with the family  Or score some easy deals on your homestyle favorites.
No matter the reason, Hacking the Cracker Barrel Menu is going to come in so handy.
Eating great food and saving money at the same time. Â That is one unbeatable combination.
So don’t leave home unprepared.
Use these tips to make your next outing to Cracker Barrel the best yet…
Cracker Barrel Menu Hacks
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#1: Bring the whole Crowd and Get a Free Cracker Barrel Meal!
Are you bringing a big crowd to Cracker Barrel for a birthday party, graduation party, holiday or work party?
Tour Groups save big at Cracker Barrel!
If you’re traveling with a group of 15 or more, the driver and group leader can eat for free.
Yay for free meals at Cracker Barrel!
#2: Don’t Forget To Check The Website or The Cracker Barrel App!
Do you have the Cracker Barrel app yet?
Be in the know before you head to Cracker Barrel. Â Don’t leave home without first heading to the website or app to find the current menu deals and specials.
You can also use the app to join the waitlist, order to-go, and to pay for your dine-in meal!
#3: Find Limited Time Cracker Barrel Deals on Social Media!
You can also find out about Cracker Barrel Coupons, limited time promotions and sales on their social accounts.
You can even enter special sweepstakes.
So be sure to also check Cracker Barrel on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
#4: Save BIG When You Split Your Meals!
Split a meal and save a bundle!
The servings at Cracker Barrel are seriously oversized. Â That means you’ll likely have no problem splitting a meal with your date, friend, or kids.
Or, you can save half for later and enjoy a free meal the next day. Â Yay for Cracker Barrel leftovers!
#5: OR Have an Early Dinner & Order Off the Cracker Barrel Lunch Menu!
If you don’t mind having an early dinner, head on over to Cracker Barrel before 4pm. Â That way you can order from the Cracker Barrel Lunch Specials Menu!
You’ll save so much money!
Want to save even more? Â Pay special attention to the weekday lunch specials! A different lunch special is available each day.
#6: Skip the Cracker Barrel Drinks, and Just Order Water!
You’ll also save so much money when you order water at Cracker Barrel and skip the expensive drinks.
Did you know that drinks have some of the highest markup?
Simply wait until you get home to treat yourself to your favorite drink. Â Eating at Cracker Barrel will cost you less moola when you only order water with your meal!!
#7: Skip The Cracker Barrel Line… Get on the Wait List Before You Go!
Nobody likes standing in a long line or waiting for a meal when you’re hungry.
Did you know you can get on Cracker Barrel’s Waitlist before you ever leave home? Â Just head on over to CrackerBarrel.com or use their app. Â Then click on ‘Get on Wait List’ at the top.
You’ll then just enter the location you’ll be eating at, how many people are in your party, name and wait list.
How easy is that?!?
#8: Then Use Cracker Barrel Mobile Pay At Your Table
Why stand in a line for no reason?
At Cracker Barrel, there’s no need to wait in line to pay when you leave. Â Instead, simply download the Cracker Barrel app before you leave home.
Then pay your bill using the mobile pay option right at your table.
Skipping unnecessary lines?!? Â Yes please!
#9: Take Advantage of the FREE Cracker Barrel Curbside Pickup
If you don’t want to go inside your local Cracker Barrel, you can also take advantage of FREE curbside pickup at select restaurants.
Check here to see if your local Cracker Barrel offers this service.
Then follow the Cracker Barrel website instructions for how to pickup the items you’ve ordered!  Easy peasy.
#10: Get a BIG Cash Signup Bonus + Earn Cash Back or Rewards When Eating Out with These Credit Cards!
When it comes to credit cards, my favorites are the ones that offer BIG signup bonuses and BIG rewards or cash back every time I use them.
Earning cash back every time you dine out is just smart. Â Plus, many credit cards offer up to 3% cash back every time you order at a restaurant.
When used responsibly, Credit Cards can be a great way to save even more money, and make a little on the side with bonuses, too!
Check out my favorite Cash Back & BIG Signup Bonus Credit Cards!
#11: Try These Cracker Barrel Copycat Recipes at Home!
One of the easiest ways to save money at Cracker Barrel, is to make some of your menu favorites right at home.
Making restaurant copycat recipes at home is a great way to boost your savings, while still indulging!
Bacon Baked Beans
All-American Apple Pie
Chocolate Pecan Pie
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So do you have any favorite Cracker Barrel Menu Hacks?
Leave a comment and share…
Lisa's Notebook says
We don’t have Cracker Barrel in the UK but these are great tips for most branded restaurants – especially the one about ordering and paying via mobile phone to avoid having to wait for your bill!
Heidi says
That’s so true, Lisa… that tip really can be applied to so many different restaurants!
Veronica Lee says
We don’t have Cracker Barrel here in my corner of the world, but I am keeping these wonderful hacks in mind when I visit one on my travels.
Hugs and blessings, Heidi
Heidi says
That’s wonderful, Veronica… I hope you love it!
rainbow evening says
aww… a lot of cracker barrels there…. just know from your post.
have a great day
Heidi says
There really are so many great Cracker Barrel locations to choose from!
Black Knight says
I have never seen a Cracker Barrel in Italy but I went many times to Starbucks in Rome and in Europe everywhere.
That apple pie looks delicious.
Heidi says
Thank you so much… Apple Pie is always a delicious way to end the day! That’s so fun you’ve been able to visit the Starbucks in Rome and around Europe, too!
Her Digital Coffee says
Awesome tips Heidi! We don’t have a Cracker Barrel where I’m from, but I’ll keep this in mind if I do visit in the future. Sounds like their app is very convenient to have!
Heidi says
I hope you’re able to visit one day!
somewhereinireland says
I haven’t ben in a Cracker Barrell in decades. I remember having some cheese and sausages from them. Great tips to remember, thanks.
Heidi says
Now that sounds like a delicious memory to me!
CoCo says
So many fabulous time-saving and budget-friendly hacks, Heidi! We pay at the table now with our phones and it definitely helps to save time. Especially, when traveling. They have all their Christmas and Halloween decor out now too! Hugs, CoCo
Heidi says
That’s a great time saving Cracker Barrel tip, CoCo! Thanks for sharing!
delphine says
Il y en a de beaux magasins
Bonne journée
Heidi says
Merci beaucoup, Delphine… Bonne journĂ©e 🙂
Healthy World Cuisine says
Have not been in a Cracker Barrel in over 20 years. Back in the day, they used to sell holiday decorations and remember touring the shop before have breakfast with the family. Great saving hacks for really any eatery. We are all about splitting a meal because these portions are huge!
Heidi says
Those are such fun Cracker Barrel store memories! And I agree… splitting meals is the way to go for sure!
Michelle says
I’ve never been to Cracker Barrel, but will keep these tips in mind if I ever get the chance to go!
Heidi says
I hope you get the chance to visit one day!
Kathrine Eldridge says
We love Cracker Barrel when we do road trips so thanks for these hacks! I love their dumplings and have a wonderful copycat recipe for the cheesy hash browns. So good!
https://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Heidi says
You’re very welcome! And Cracker Barrel sounds like a fantastic road trip stop!