The once-humble staple has turned into the ultimate symbol of human consumption.

From its quirky history to legal scandals to secret menu items, we uncover the surprising restaurant secrets Cracker Barrel fans should know about.

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Conservative pro-Trump law group America First Legal filed complaints Monday with the Tennessee Attorney General and the Equal Opportunity Employment Commission, alleging Cracker Barrel is maintain… ...

Cracker Barrel has been targeted by a law firm seeking to defend President Donald Trump 's policies amid allegations that the restaurant's diversity drives are "discriminatory." ...

The group claims Cracker Barrel has been running employment programs that favor certain workers based on race, sex, or other protected characteristics.

"Cracker Barrel’s policies openly discriminate against heterosexual, white, and male employees," America First Legal states in a letter.

Trump-aligned America First Legal files complaints with federal government and state of Tennessee alleging Cracker Barrel's diversity policies discriminate against white male, heterosexual employees.

Cracker Barrel's stock has soared recently, sparking debate over its controversial remodeling choices.

Cracker Barrel is full of charming details, from lucky ox yokes to cozy fireplaces, ensuring every visit has a touch of nostalgia and warmth across its 600 locations nationwide.

Cracker Barrel has been revamping its menu over the last year. I tried some of the new items, from pancake platters to Campfire Meals.

ASHEVILLE - When one door opens, another one closes for a popular chain restaurant in Asheville. On July 7, Cracker Barrel permanently closed at 34 Tunnel Road. A sign in the parking lot posted by ...