Alright, so the other day I was craving some good ol’ comfort food, and Cracker Barrel came to mind. But I’ve got this gluten thing I gotta deal with, so the first thing that popped into my head was, “Wait a minute, can I even eat their cornbread?”
So, I grabbed my phone and did a quick search. Turns out, this is a pretty common question. Lots of folks with celiac or gluten sensitivities are wondering the same thing. After reading through a few articles, I found out that Cracker Barrel’s traditional cornbread is a no-go for us gluten-free folks. Apparently, it’s made with wheat flour in addition to cornmeal.
Bummer, right? But I wasn’t ready to give up on my Cracker Barrel fix just yet. I dug a little deeper and discovered that they do have some gluten-free options, but it’s a pretty limited selection when it comes to appetizers. My advice? Always double-check with the staff about any breaded items and make sure to specify your dietary needs when ordering.

From what I gathered, they do have some dishes that are naturally gluten-free, but the information was pretty vague. It seems like they don’t have a dedicated gluten-free menu or clear labeling, which makes things a bit tricky.
- Cracker Barrel’s cornbread is not gluten-free because it contains wheat flour.
- They have some gluten-free options, but the selection is limited, especially for appetizers.
- It’s important to communicate your dietary needs clearly to the staff and inquire about ingredients.
Here’s a summary of what I found out:
Honestly, it’s a bit disappointing that Cracker Barrel doesn’t have more gluten-free options, especially since cornbread is such a staple of Southern cuisine. It seems like they could easily make a gluten-free version using just cornmeal, right? Oh well, maybe one day they’ll expand their menu. Until then, I guess I’ll have to stick to the limited options or find my cornbread fix somewhere else.
I even looked at some online health stores to see if they had any good gluten-free cornbread mixes, and I did find a few with some good deals, especially if you were willing to sign up for their autoship thing or had a PayPal account. But honestly, I just wanted to go out to eat, not do more cooking at home!
Anyway, that’s my little adventure in trying to figure out the gluten-free situation at Cracker Barrel. It’s not the best news for us gluten-sensitive folks, but at least we have some options. Just remember to be cautious, ask questions, and maybe have a backup plan in mind!
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