There’s something about Thanksgiving that feels timeless. The morning sun glows a little softer, the kitchen fills with the scent of butter and brown sugar, and the world seems to pause, just long enough to give thanks. For over 55 years, Cracker Barrel has been part of those moments, serving up warmth, comfort, and connection to families across the country.
Whether you’re celebrating around one of our tables or gathering around your own, our goal is simple: to make your Thanksgiving easier, cozier, and more meaningful than ever.
A Seat at Every Table
Cracker Barrel is open on Thanksgiving. Each Thanksgiving Day, our doors open at 11 a.m. to welcome travelers, families, and friends who want a traditional meal without the hustle. Inside, you’ll find the familiar crackle of a fire, the smell of biscuits rising, and a team ready to serve you like family.
Our Thanksgiving Turkey n’ Dressing Meal is the centerpiece of the in-store experience, a true Thanksgiving feast featuring roasted turkey, made-from-scratch dressing, rich turkey gravy, sweet potato casserole topped with pecans, cranberry relish, and warm buttermilk biscuits. Every bite from our fall holiday menu is a reminder of home, made with the same recipes we’ve cherished for generations.
To help make the day even smoother, guests can join the online waitlist ahead of time to save their spot, and use mobile pay at the table when they’re ready to head home. Because at Cracker Barrel, we believe Thanksgiving should be about gathering, not waiting.
And for those on the road this holiday season, our 660+ Cracker Barrel locations are here for you — open and ready to serve a warm meal and a warm smile.
From Our Kitchen to Yours
Hosting Thanksgiving at home doesn’t have to mean spending the day in the kitchen. Between juggling oven space, setting the table, and keeping up with the kids, it’s easy to feel like the holiday slips away. That’s where our Thanksgiving Heat & Serve meals come in, the secret to a stress-free, homemade holiday.
Our Heat n’ Serve Feast (serves 8–10) and Heat n’ Serve Family Dinner (serves 4–6) are designed to bring all the comfort of Cracker Barrel to your dining room. Each meal comes with our signature roast turkey breast, cornbread dressing, turkey gravy, cranberry relish, rolls, and a choice of classic sides like sweet potato casserole or macaroni n’ cheese — plus dessert options that taste just like Grandma made them.
It’s Thanksgiving made simple: heat, serve, and enjoy.
Each dish is prepared with the same care we serve in-store, so whether you’re hosting for ten or keeping it cozy with a few loved ones, you can count on a meal that’s every bit as comforting as coming home.
Our guests have even started calling Heat & Serve their “go-to for Thanksgiving catering,” and we couldn’t agree more. It’s the easiest way to cater Thanksgiving dinner without sacrificing flavor, quality, or that touch of Southern hospitality that makes the day special.
Made for Every Kind of Gathering
At Cracker Barrel, we know no two Thanksgiving tables look the same. Some are surrounded by generations of family; others by friends who’ve become family. Some are quiet, others full of chatter and clinking plates. Whether you’re traveling, hosting, or meeting halfway, there’s always a seat for you here.
- Dine-in with us: Enjoy our traditional Thanksgiving meal served hot and ready.
- Order Heat n’ Serve ahead: Pick up, reheat, and relax — perfect for at-home hosting or easy Thanksgiving catering.
- Add a few extra sides or pies: Because there’s no such thing as too much sweet potato casserole.
Our goal has always been the same: to give people more time to connect, laugh, and make memories — the things that truly make Thanksgiving worth celebrating.
Grateful for Over 55 Years of Shared Tables
From our first store in Lebanon, Tennessee, to communities across the country, Cracker Barrel has spent more than five decades serving up comfort and connection. And while the menu has grown, the heart of what we do hasn’t changed: we’re here to make people feel at home.
So whether you’re stopping by for a meal, picking up Heat n’ Serve for Thanksgiving catering, or simply looking for a familiar place to slow down this season — thank you for letting us be part of your story.
From our family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving.
Here’s to good food, warm hearts, and another year of gathering together.
