This restaurant I became a fan of, NOT because it was just a dining experience, but because it was also a work experience. Let me explain: Since I work part flex time with an inventory agency, I went here last night, into today, to inventory their backroom and sales floor. During the inventory, this business was probably one of the few, I have been to, (other businesses being markets) that fed our entire team. They had out four different kinds of pizzas, buttered corn, and stuffing. For drinks, it HAD to be their ice tea, which they probably always tout, as their signature beverage. Everything was piping hot and it just really made me want to stay there and do an excellent inventory. Granted this should be a review, entirely on the food; however, I rate them mostly because of their willingness to treat another business well. It probably shows a lot on how they treat their customers day to day. Very cool.
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Stephen J.
I live within walking distance of Cracker Barrel but I rarely eat there because it's terrible slow and they have NEVER given me an order exactly as I placed the order. It seems to me that when you order something as TAKE-OUT that the restaurant should make sure your order is correct before they give it to you. It seems like a TAKE-OUT order should ALWAYS have plastic silverware IN THE BAG when you pick it up. The management of this restaurant doesn't seem to care if you're satisfied or not because I called and complained after about 3 mistakes in a row. The problem is that it didn't help one bit because they've screwed up every order since then as well. I only wish I didn't live in Mount Sterling because there isn't a single restaurant here that serves great food. Not one. The Waffle House is probably the best place in town...what does that tell you? If you're starving to death while traveling and come across Mt. Sterling KY as you drive along Interstate 64 do yourself a favor and KEEP DRIVING... there's nothing but sad food here. Sorry to offend any residents but the truth hurts.
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Mark R.
Traveling. If nothing else, you know a Cracker Barrel will be consistent. I wanted to try one of the lunch specials that have been plastered on the billboards lining the interstates. Didn't realize certain days have certain items. Sorry, I know it is CB, but I didn't want chicken and dumplings or turkey and dressing or gravy. I almost ordered the salad and soup, but the soup options were the same. CB: Grease, fat, butter, lard. Has anyone noticed most of the food at CB is brown or bland in color. What happened to fresh salads? Original side dishes? I realize CB caters to older folks and buses, but older folks like salads, fresh fruit, and bread other than biscuits or cornbread. What about the younger clientele? Of course, looking around the restaurant, other than my wife, son, and me, there was only one other person below the age of 50 in the establishment (other than a few of the employees). I stopped, for the most part going to Bob Evans restaurants because of the bland and unoriginal menu items. Now that I have jogged my memory, BE might have CB beat. As for this particular location. Friendly enough employees. Food was okay despite my comments above. I had the Reuben, fries, and cole slaw. The other members of my party ate the traditional CB food. As a side note, why are the floors, chairs, tables, and restrooms never really clean at a Cracker Barrel?
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Katie D.
I always have to go to Cracker Barrel at least once during a road trip. I couldn't believe it when we walked in and they were actually pretty dead - not just for Cracker Barrel, but for restaurants in general. My food was good, though my chicken and dumplings felt a little...like they'd been sitting in a pot forever or something. The chicken was okay but there was hardly any sauce and some of the dumplings were either stuck together or were just way too big. But they weren't awful, just not amazing. My sides were awesome though. Service was great though, as it almost always is.
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Lee P.
Arrived late into town and decided to settle on Cracker Barrel for a light quick meal. However, we did not realize we were in for a surprising treat. Had the Low Country Boil, something I did not expect to find at CB and about which I was highly skeptical that such a menu item at Cracker Barrel could match some Charleston low country shrimp dishes I've had. The servings were generous, the shrimp were large and plentiful (10), the sausage, sauce and veggies were delicious. And while the taste of the dish did not match the authentic dishes of THE Low Country, it was very close, surprisingly appetizing and delicious! I also had a great server, who was fast and efficient in providing requests with a great sense of humor! I also appreciated the manager's visit, who was candid in her responses to my questions and who showed a genuine interest in my feedback!
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Kristen L.
I agree with the other reviews that this was an A-OK experience. It was busy when we came for dinner so our group split to get seated faster. For us the food was much better than the service. I don't have abnormally high expectations for service for a casual place like this. But still the service was not up to par. Some how my salad was the last dish out, about 10 mins past my family getting their dinners. Then the server could not seem to get our drink refills straight. Twice he refilled our unsweetened Tea with sweet tea and then forgot to refill those who had water. This guy was just not with it. Our food was good and overall it was a decent experience.
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Sally M.
A-OK is exactly how I would describe the Cracker Barrel - good, ole fashion, home-cooking, but nothing too fancy. I often associate Cracker Barrels with road trips, because the first time I ever visited one was when my mom and I road-tripped to Chicago for college. I was so excited to find this "gem" and honestly believed we had gone to the only one! (haha, I know.) It wasn't until I got to school that I realized this place was a middle America phenomenon, and was oft found along the interstates of the Midwest, etc. Well, once realizing this, it became a roadtrip staple. En route from DC to NYC, we'd make a Cracker Barrel stop. From Chicago to Wisconsin for weekend retreats, of course there'd be a stop at the ole country store! And naturally when my dad and I road-tripped x-country from the East Coast to the West Coast when I moved from Washington D.C. to San Francisco, of course we stopped at a Cracker Barrel. And where better to do it than in Kentucky?! :) p.s. try the dumplings! I thought dumplings were only found in Asian cuisine, but it turns out they're essential in Southern-style cooking! And they're yummmmy!
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Welton B.
I was fully satisfied with my meal here. I had the 1/2 pound of shrimp, and the batter was great. Along with that, I really enjoyed the side dishes--country green beans, breaded fried okra, and coleslaw. They served a big basket of bread (mixed southern (i.e. unsweetened) cornbread and biscuits, both of which were excellent), and the waitress actually got ahead of me in refilling my soda! GREAT service. I will definitely go back to this place. It's not the Cordon Bleu--it's better. It's southern cooking.
(3)
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Mount Sterling, KY, 40353
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Specialities
Takes Reservations : No Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Breakfast, Lunch Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Casual Noise Level : Average Alcohol : No Outdoor Seating : No Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Arvin B.
This restaurant I became a fan of, NOT because it was just a dining experience, but because it was also a work experience. Let me explain: Since I work part flex time with an inventory agency, I went here last night, into today, to inventory their backroom and sales floor. During the inventory, this business was probably one of the few, I have been to, (other businesses being markets) that fed our entire team. They had out four different kinds of pizzas, buttered corn, and stuffing. For drinks, it HAD to be their ice tea, which they probably always tout, as their signature beverage. Everything was piping hot and it just really made me want to stay there and do an excellent inventory. Granted this should be a review, entirely on the food; however, I rate them mostly because of their willingness to treat another business well. It probably shows a lot on how they treat their customers day to day. Very cool.
(4)Stephen J.
I live within walking distance of Cracker Barrel but I rarely eat there because it's terrible slow and they have NEVER given me an order exactly as I placed the order. It seems to me that when you order something as TAKE-OUT that the restaurant should make sure your order is correct before they give it to you. It seems like a TAKE-OUT order should ALWAYS have plastic silverware IN THE BAG when you pick it up. The management of this restaurant doesn't seem to care if you're satisfied or not because I called and complained after about 3 mistakes in a row. The problem is that it didn't help one bit because they've screwed up every order since then as well. I only wish I didn't live in Mount Sterling because there isn't a single restaurant here that serves great food. Not one. The Waffle House is probably the best place in town...what does that tell you? If you're starving to death while traveling and come across Mt. Sterling KY as you drive along Interstate 64 do yourself a favor and KEEP DRIVING... there's nothing but sad food here. Sorry to offend any residents but the truth hurts.
(3)Mark R.
Traveling. If nothing else, you know a Cracker Barrel will be consistent. I wanted to try one of the lunch specials that have been plastered on the billboards lining the interstates. Didn't realize certain days have certain items. Sorry, I know it is CB, but I didn't want chicken and dumplings or turkey and dressing or gravy. I almost ordered the salad and soup, but the soup options were the same. CB: Grease, fat, butter, lard. Has anyone noticed most of the food at CB is brown or bland in color. What happened to fresh salads? Original side dishes? I realize CB caters to older folks and buses, but older folks like salads, fresh fruit, and bread other than biscuits or cornbread. What about the younger clientele? Of course, looking around the restaurant, other than my wife, son, and me, there was only one other person below the age of 50 in the establishment (other than a few of the employees). I stopped, for the most part going to Bob Evans restaurants because of the bland and unoriginal menu items. Now that I have jogged my memory, BE might have CB beat. As for this particular location. Friendly enough employees. Food was okay despite my comments above. I had the Reuben, fries, and cole slaw. The other members of my party ate the traditional CB food. As a side note, why are the floors, chairs, tables, and restrooms never really clean at a Cracker Barrel?
(3)Katie D.
I always have to go to Cracker Barrel at least once during a road trip. I couldn't believe it when we walked in and they were actually pretty dead - not just for Cracker Barrel, but for restaurants in general. My food was good, though my chicken and dumplings felt a little...like they'd been sitting in a pot forever or something. The chicken was okay but there was hardly any sauce and some of the dumplings were either stuck together or were just way too big. But they weren't awful, just not amazing. My sides were awesome though. Service was great though, as it almost always is.
(4)Lee P.
Arrived late into town and decided to settle on Cracker Barrel for a light quick meal. However, we did not realize we were in for a surprising treat. Had the Low Country Boil, something I did not expect to find at CB and about which I was highly skeptical that such a menu item at Cracker Barrel could match some Charleston low country shrimp dishes I've had. The servings were generous, the shrimp were large and plentiful (10), the sausage, sauce and veggies were delicious. And while the taste of the dish did not match the authentic dishes of THE Low Country, it was very close, surprisingly appetizing and delicious! I also had a great server, who was fast and efficient in providing requests with a great sense of humor! I also appreciated the manager's visit, who was candid in her responses to my questions and who showed a genuine interest in my feedback!
(4)Kristen L.
I agree with the other reviews that this was an A-OK experience. It was busy when we came for dinner so our group split to get seated faster. For us the food was much better than the service. I don't have abnormally high expectations for service for a casual place like this. But still the service was not up to par. Some how my salad was the last dish out, about 10 mins past my family getting their dinners. Then the server could not seem to get our drink refills straight. Twice he refilled our unsweetened Tea with sweet tea and then forgot to refill those who had water. This guy was just not with it. Our food was good and overall it was a decent experience.
(3)Sally M.
A-OK is exactly how I would describe the Cracker Barrel - good, ole fashion, home-cooking, but nothing too fancy. I often associate Cracker Barrels with road trips, because the first time I ever visited one was when my mom and I road-tripped to Chicago for college. I was so excited to find this "gem" and honestly believed we had gone to the only one! (haha, I know.) It wasn't until I got to school that I realized this place was a middle America phenomenon, and was oft found along the interstates of the Midwest, etc. Well, once realizing this, it became a roadtrip staple. En route from DC to NYC, we'd make a Cracker Barrel stop. From Chicago to Wisconsin for weekend retreats, of course there'd be a stop at the ole country store! And naturally when my dad and I road-tripped x-country from the East Coast to the West Coast when I moved from Washington D.C. to San Francisco, of course we stopped at a Cracker Barrel. And where better to do it than in Kentucky?! :) p.s. try the dumplings! I thought dumplings were only found in Asian cuisine, but it turns out they're essential in Southern-style cooking! And they're yummmmy!
(3)Welton B.
I was fully satisfied with my meal here. I had the 1/2 pound of shrimp, and the batter was great. Along with that, I really enjoyed the side dishes--country green beans, breaded fried okra, and coleslaw. They served a big basket of bread (mixed southern (i.e. unsweetened) cornbread and biscuits, both of which were excellent), and the waitress actually got ahead of me in refilling my soda! GREAT service. I will definitely go back to this place. It's not the Cordon Bleu--it's better. It's southern cooking.
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