Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu With Prices 2026 — Calories, Sides & All-Day Options

Updated July 2026

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu With Prices 2026

There’s a reason people drive out of their way for a Cracker Barrel breakfast even when there’s a diner two minutes closer. It’s not just the food — it’s the pace. Nobody’s rushing you out for the next table. The biscuits show up warm before you’ve decided what you actually want, and by the time your plate lands, you’ve already half-forgotten whatever you were stressed about on the drive over.

This guide covers the full Cracker Barrel breakfast menu with prices and calories for 2026 — the all-day breakfast lineup, breakfast sides, new seasonal items, allergen details, and the plates regulars order without a second thought.

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu With Prices and Calories

Price	Cal
$9.99	790

Price	Cal
$10.99	930

Price	Cal
$12.99	1150

Price	Cal
$11.49	950

Price	Cal
$10.49	890

Price	Cal
$10.49	850

Price	Cal
$15.99	~1020

Price	Cal
from $9.49	Varies

Price	Cal
$7.99	720

Price	Cal
$4.99	600

Price	Cal
$10.29	~980

Price	Cal
$5.99	450

Price	Cal
$6.99	340

Item	Calories	Price
Old Timer’s Breakfast	790	$9.99
Sunrise Sampler	930	$10.99
The Cracker Barrel’s Country Boy	1150	$12.99
Grandpa’s Country Fried Breakfast	950	$11.49
Momma’s Pancake Breakfast	890	$10.49
Momma’s French Toast Breakfast	850	$10.49
Grandma’s Sampler French Toast Breakfast	~1020	$15.99
Build Your Own Homestyle Breakfast	Varies	from $9.49
Biscuits n’ Gravy with Bacon or Sausage	720	$7.99
Country Ham & Biscuit	600	$4.99
Stuffed Cheesecake Pancake Breakfast	~980	$10.29
Egg Sandwich	450	$5.99
Apple n’ Cinnamon Oatmeal	340	$6.99

Prices run from under $5 for a quick country ham biscuit up to around $13 for the Country Boy, which is basically the “bring your appetite” option on this menu.

Cracker Barrel All-Day Breakfast Menu

One of the best things about Cracker Barrel is that breakfast doesn’t clock out at 11 a.m. Most of the menu above is available all day at the majority of locations, which means pancakes at 7 p.m. or a biscuits-n-gravy plate for a late dinner is completely normal here — nobody’s going to look at you twice for ordering it. If you’re craving something heavier later in the day but not quite in the mood for the dinner menu, the all-day breakfast lineup is the easiest middle ground.

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Sides

Breakfast sides are where you can really customize the plate, and most of the Build Your Own Homestyle Breakfast comes down to picking the right combination here:

Price	Cal
$3.29	240

Price	Cal
$3.99	310

Price	Cal
$3.79	190

Price	Cal
$3.79	260

Price	Cal
$4.29	220

Price	Cal
$3.79	180

Price	Cal
$2.99	150

Price	Cal
$3.29	200

Price	Cal
$2.49	300

Price	Cal
$2.49	190

Price	Cal
$3.29	90

Price	Cal
$1.99	130

Price	Cal
$2.99	180

Price	Cal
$2.99	220

Side	Calories	Price
Hashbrown Casserole	240	$3.29
Loaded Hashbrown Casserole (with cheese & bacon)	310	$3.99
Thick-Sliced Bacon	190	$3.79
Smoked Sausage Patties	260	$3.79
Impossible Sausage	220	$4.29
Fried Apples	180	$3.79
Grits	150	$2.99
Cheese Grits	200	$3.29
Buttermilk Biscuits (per side order)	300	$2.49
Cracker Barrel Cornbread	190	$2.49
Fresh Fruit	90	$3.29
Sawmill Gravy (side)	130	$1.99
Fried Eggs (2, any style)	180	$2.99
Muffins (Blueberry or Bran)	220	$2.99

Hashbrown casserole and fried apples together is the combination regulars order without thinking twice — one salty, one sweet, and both disappear off the plate fast. If you want to go lighter, fresh fruit or plain grits swap in easily without dragging the calorie count up.

Build Your Own Homestyle Breakfast

This is the option that gives you the most control over the plate, and it’s how a lot of regulars actually order once they know the menu. Here’s the actual breakdown:

Base: two eggs, any style, plus your choice of biscuit or toast
Choice of one meat: bacon, sausage patties, smoked sausage, country ham, or Impossible Sausage (plant-based)
Choice of one side: hashbrown casserole, grits, fried apples, or fresh fruit
Add-ons: a second meat, a second side, or an upgrade to loaded hashbrown casserole, each for a small upcharge

Starting around $9.49 for the base combo, it’s the easiest way to land on a plate that’s exactly your calorie range and price point instead of committing to one of the fixed combos above.

Loaded Hashbrown Casserole Variants

The plain hashbrown casserole is a side on its own, but Cracker Barrel also offers it “loaded” a few different ways as a distinct upsell — worth knowing about since it doesn’t always get its own line on printed menus:

Price	Cal
$3.99	310

Price	Cal
$3.99	290

Price	Cal
$3.79	300

Price	Cal
$5.99	480

Variant	Calories	Price
Loaded Hashbrown Casserole (cheese & bacon)	310	$3.99
Loaded Hashbrown Casserole (cheese & scallions)	290	$3.99
Loaded Hashbrown Casserole (extra cheese)	300	$3.79
Hashbrown Casserole Bowl (full-size, shareable)	480	$5.99

Breakfast Sandwiches & Quick-Grab Items

If you’re in more of a to-go mood than a full sit-down breakfast, Cracker Barrel’s sandwich lineup covers that too:

Price	Cal
$5.99	450

Price	Cal
$5.49	480

Price	Cal
$5.49	520

Price	Cal
$5.99	500

Item	Calories	Price
Egg Sandwich	450	$5.99
Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit	480	$5.49
Sausage, Egg & Cheese Biscuit	520	$5.49
Country Ham, Egg & Cheese Biscuit	500	$5.99

These are the picks that make the most sense for a drive-thru order or a breakfast you’re eating in the car rather than at the table.

Kids Breakfast Options

Traveling with kids doesn’t mean skipping the sit-down breakfast — Cracker Barrel’s kids’ menu covers breakfast specifically with items like Kids Mini Pancakes and the Kids Scrambled Egg Plate, both priced under $5 and sized for smaller appetites. If you want the full kids’ menu across every meal, not just breakfast, that’s covered in more depth in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Kids Menu guide.

Seasonal & Regional Breakfast Items

A handful of breakfast items don’t show up everywhere — some are tied to a specific season (like a limited-time pumpkin or peppermint pancake around the holidays), and others are regional test items that only run in certain states before either rolling out nationally or disappearing entirely. If a dish you’ve heard about isn’t on the menu at your local store, that’s usually why — it’s worth asking your server or checking the app, since regional availability isn’t something a general menu guide can track accurately.

New Cracker Barrel Breakfast Items

Cracker Barrel doesn’t overhaul its breakfast menu often, but it does rotate in a few new items each year, usually tied to a seasonal push in spring or fall. Recent additions have leaned into new pancake flavors and limited-time French toast variations, while the core lineup — Old Timer’s Breakfast, Momma’s Pancake Breakfast, Biscuits n’ Gravy — stays untouched. If you’re a regular, it’s worth checking the app each season, since new items tend to disappear again within a few months.

Looking for dinner instead? Cracker Barrel’s dinner menu covers the other end of the day — think Southern fried chicken, country fried steak, and the Cracker Barrel Sampler, with the full dinner menu with prices running roughly $9 to $19 depending on the plate. It’s worth knowing both menus exist side by side, since breakfast staying available all day means you’re never really choosing one over the other.

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu With Prices and Pictures

Photos help when you’re deciding between the Sunrise Sampler and the Country Boy, but a text guide can’t responsibly pull images from another site. The official Cracker Barrel app and website are the best source for current menu photography, and they update it seasonally alongside new items and holiday specials.

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu Allergen Information

Allergen	Common Breakfast Foods	Notes
Dairy	Biscuits, gravy, pancakes	Very common across breakfast items
Eggs	Breakfast plates, pancakes	Used in most breakfast meals
Wheat	Bread, biscuits, pancakes	Few gluten-friendly options
Soy	Fried foods, sauces	Often found in cooking oils
Tree Nuts	Some desserts, toppings	Cross-contact possible in the kitchen
Peanuts	Very few items	Shared kitchen areas

For anyone managing a serious allergy rather than just a preference, Cracker Barrel publishes an official allergen and nutrition PDF on its website that lists ingredient-level detail for every breakfast item — it’s a better reference than any third-party menu guide, this one included, and it’s worth downloading before you order if cross-contact is a real concern.

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu Nutritional Information

Item Type	General Calories	What to Expect
Pancake Meals	High	Filling and carb-heavy
Biscuits & Gravy	Very High	Rich, heavy, and satisfying
Egg & Meat Plates	Medium to High	Good protein, keeps you full
Lighter Options (oatmeal, egg sandwich)	Lower	Smaller and easier to eat
Breakfast Sides	Varies	Depends on preparation

Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu Deals & Coupons

Deal Type	Description	Best For
Daily Value Meals	Low-priced breakfast plates available every day	Regular breakfast visits
Seasonal Items	Short-term dishes offered for a limited time	Trying new flavors
App Offers	Small discounts and app-only deals	Repeat customers
Family Breakfast Deals	Multiple breakfast plates at a better value	Families and groups
Holiday Specials	Comfort meals made for special occasions	Seasonal dining

Best-Selling Cracker Barrel Breakfast Items

If you’re not sure what to order, don’t stress — these are the plates that keep people coming back, and each one earns its spot for a different reason.

Old Timer’s Breakfast

You will love how this one covers every base without overcomplicating things — eggs, your choice of meat, hashbrown casserole, and a biscuit, all for under $10. It’s the plate most regulars default to when they can’t decide, mostly because it never disappoints.

Grandpa’s Country Fried Breakfast

This is the one that gets debated in every Cracker Barrel review, and for good reason. Country fried steak smothered in gravy, right there at breakfast, is not a subtle order — but if you came in hungry, it’s exactly what you wanted even if you didn’t know it yet.

Biscuits n’ Gravy

You will notice this one shows up on almost every “best of” list, and it’s earned that spot. Rich, heavy, and undeniably filling, it’s the kind of dish some people crave weekly and others find a little much — both reactions are completely fair, and that’s part of the charm.

Momma’s Pancake Breakfast

Soft, warm, and easy to enjoy any time of day, this is the plate for anyone who wants comfort without the heaviness of the fried options. It pairs well with a side of bacon if you want a little more substance.

Country Ham & Biscuit

Salty, bold, and quick to order, this is the pick for anyone who wants traditional Southern flavor without committing to a full plate. At under $5, it’s also one of the easiest ways to try Cracker Barrel without overordering.

My Experience With the Cracker Barrel Breakfast Menu

I really like how unhurried breakfast feels here compared to almost anywhere else I go. Nobody’s clearing my plate the second I set my fork down, and the biscuits arriving before I’ve even opened the menu always puts me in a good mood. Grandpa’s Country Fried Breakfast is my go-to when I’m actually hungry, and Momma’s Pancake Breakfast is what I order on the mornings I want something a little lighter.

From my experience, the portions are big enough that I rarely need to order a side on top of a full plate, and the all-day availability means I’ve ordered breakfast for dinner more times than I’d like to admit. It’s not a menu built for anyone counting calories, but for a slow, comforting meal, it’s one of my most reliable orders.

FAQs

Yes, most breakfast items are available all day at the majority of locations, so ordering pancakes at dinnertime is completely normal.

Old Timer’s Breakfast, Grandpa’s Country Fried Breakfast, Biscuits n’ Gravy, and Momma’s Pancake Breakfast are the most consistently recommended picks.

Yes — hashbrown casserole and fried apples are the two most popular, though grits, bacon, and buttermilk biscuits round out the list.

Yes, Cracker Barrel publishes an official allergen and nutrition PDF on its website with ingredient-level detail for every item.

Not much — most items stay the same year to year, with a few new seasonal additions rotating in during spring and fall.

Fried chicken is a dinner and lunch item, not part of the breakfast lineup — if that’s what you’re after, the dinner menu covers Southern Fried Chicken and Chicken Fried Chicken specifically.

Yes — big portions, a relaxed pace, and a calm setting make it an easy pick for both kids and adults.

Final Thoughts

The Cracker Barrel breakfast menu is simple on purpose, and that’s exactly why it works. It’s built around plates that feel familiar the moment they hit the table, served at a pace that doesn’t rush you through the morning. Whether you default to Old Timer’s Breakfast out of habit or finally try the Country Boy to see what all the fuss is about, it’s hard to leave the table disappointed — or hungry.