As satisfying as a home-cooked turkey dinner on Thanksgiving can be, there's nothing like kicking back, keeping out of the kitchen, and being served a sumptuous supper for a change. After all, there are plenty of restaurants open on the holiday (that aren't just fast food restaurants) that'll give you extra time to enjoy all your favorite Thanksgiving activities.
Just think: Instead of roasting a turkey or mashing potatoes, you could be reminiscing on your blessings or even running a turkey trot! And that's not to mention the delightful fact that outsourcing your Thanksgiving menu will allow you to skip the cleanup and head straight for the post-feast food coma. So, where to start? If you're looking for hearty Southern comfort food, Thanksgiving classics, and prices you're sure to be thankful for, head over to Cracker Barrel!
But you might be wondering...is Cracker Barrel actually open on Thanksgiving? You're probably dreaming about how delicious and convenient its menu would be on the holiday—so it would be a shame if its door stayed locked. Well, you'll be happy to find the answer to that question ahead, and it'll more than likely have you saying, 'Winner winner turkey dinner!'
Is Cracker Barrel open on Thanksgiving in 2024?
Good news—and some that you'll be very thankful for. Cracker Barrel will operate during regular business hours on Thanksgiving. That means the restaurant will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., though this can change from store to store. The website also states that a traditional meal will be rolled out starting at 11 a.m. As always, you should check with your specific location to see if their hours are the same!
Do I need to make a reservation at Cracker Barrel on Thanksgiving?
If you're heading out with the whole family to feast at Cracker Barrel, you might be hoping to make a reservation. Unfortunately, Cracker Barrel does not accept reservations, but they do have an online waitlist that you can join once your party is on the way. To join the waitlist, visit the Cracker Barrel store locator webpage, search for your local restaurant, then click "Join Waitlist." You can also join the waitlist by downloading the Cracker Barrel mobile app.
What will be on the Thanksgiving menu at Cracker Barrel?
For those looking to get a delicious deal, Cracker Barrel has a few Thanksgiving specials! Cracker Barrel's holiday special includes a traditional meal you'd be able to find at any home Thanksgiving event, including fried Turkey fillets, gravy, mashed potatoes, cranberry relish, buttermilk biscuits, and more. You can even get pie as dessert!
The best part is that you can also choose to get a festive meal catered to your home, or pick it up to-go if spending the holiday in public isn't your thing. There's the Heat n' Serve Family Dinner that feeds four to six people and the Heat n' Serve Feast that serves eight to ten people. For details on each offering, check the Cracker Barrel website.
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