Is Cracker Barrel open on Christmas Day 2019?

Are you looking for a home-cooked meal that you didn’t have to cook yourself on Christmas Day? Then you might be wondering if Cracker Barrel is open.

Sometimes you just want a break from tradition, and that might mean eating dinner out on Christmas Day. But when it comes to finding restaurants that are actually open it might be a bit complicated. And if you are specifically looking for a meal that still reminds you of home cooking, then you may be wondering if Cracker Barrel will be open.

Sadly, it’s not looking good for fans of this casual restaurant. While the chain will be open on Dec. 24th, they will actually be closed on Christmas Day according to Country Living.

On their website, Cracker Barrel explains that they choose to be closed on Dec. 25 to give their employees a chance to enjoy the holiday with their friends and family. (And we can totally appreciate this reason.)

More from Guilty Eats

• Kitchen Nightmares ended their return season on a whimper
• The Piecaken is the perfect holiday dessert
• Jet-Puffed Marshmallows are a hot cocoa bar must-have!
• What are the most popular side dishes at Christmas? Number one may surprise you!
• Get festive with Ghirardelli and their Peppermint Bark squares

For fans of Cracker Barrel looking for the flavors of their home cooked meals, there is still a chance to grab something to heat up the next day but you will want to check your store’s hours before heading over (and you may want to call ahead).

If you don’t want to reheat your meal, but you still want a taste of Cracker Barrel, they are also selling fresh pies to go that you can grab for your holiday meals. However, it is important to note that if you are looking to snag a meal or pie from the restaurant on Christmas Eve, you will want to head there early as it seems they will be closing early as well.

The restaurant chain’s website has their holiday hours listed, with a note that says all locations will be closed as of 2 PM on Dec. 24.

All of this to say that this year’s Christmas will not be at your local Cracker Barrel while their employees get the day to celebrate the holiday for themselves.

Are you sad that you won’t be able to head to Cracker Barrel for your Christmas dinner? What will you do as an alternative? Tell us in the comments.