One potential rephrasing for your sentence could be: The new CEO of Cracker Barrel, Julie Felss Masino, may implement changes that, ironically, could potentially deter customers from the family-oriented restaurant chain.
Inside every Cracker Barrel, you’ll find a warm, rustic ambiance reminiscent of old-time America. As soon as you enter, you’re enveloped by the charm of the South, setting the stage for the hearty comfort meals that lie ahead.
Recently, I came across a TikTok video showcasing a revamped Cracker Barrel in Manchester, Tennessee, and it appears to be the antithesis of what one would typically expect from this establishment.
A recent TikTok post from a refurbished Cracker Barrel in Manchester, Tennessee, unveiled a place that looks like it’s turned everything we know about this chain on its head!
This place boasts bare, pristine white walls, with very little decorative charm. You won’t find many antique pieces adorning the walls, giving it more of a generic Cracker Barrel feel instead of reminding you of your grandma’s house.
Instead, it looks like you are in a newly remodeled home you would see on HGTV.
1. On TikTok, the comments are severely critical, while they’re equally harsh on the dedicated Cracker Barrel subreddit thread as well.
2. The comments on TikTok are bitingly negative, and it’s just as bad in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit discussion forum.
3. In the TikTok comments section, they’re quite critical, and the same can be said for the comments posted in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit thread.
4. The criticism on TikTok is sharp, and it’s no less cutting in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit discussion.
5. On TikTok, the comments are downright harsh, and that’s also true for the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit forum.
6. The critiques on TikTok are scathing, and they’re equally biting in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit thread.
7. In the TikTok comment section, the comments are extremely negative, and it’s just as bad in the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit forum.
8. On TikTok, the comments are brutally critical, and the same is true for the dedicated Cracker Barrel Reddit community.
Bob Evans experienced the same fate. They remodeled it to resemble a typical, impersonal, and sterile eatery, and in just two years, the quality of their food significantly declined. Now, I seldom visit Bob Evans more than once a year.
Another writes, âThis new look kind of looks like a sterile operating room, not a Cracker Barrel.â
Yet, someone who appears to be a former Cracker Barrel employee offered a counterpoint to the criticism: “It sounds like someone who’s never had to sweep through all that nonsense. I’d wager the newly opened restaurant will be far more pleasant due to its innate cleanliness.
It seems like there’s a great observation regarding cleanliness, but I’m curious if this might be a compromise Cracker Barrel enthusiasts would accept? Given the feedback here, it appears they might not be in favor of such a trade-off.
Based on reports from The Takeout, approximately 40 Cracker Barrel restaurants across the nation are experimenting with a fresh new layout as part of a trial run.
A relatively few number of Cracker Barrel’s 660 branches across the country are involved, yet sufficient to determine whether the idea is feasible for every single Cracker Barrel location. If the concept receives overwhelmingly negative feedback, they have the option to abandon it as if it had never been considered at all.
The Craziest Disneyland Incidents Ever
1970: Yippie!
As a cinephile reminiscing on August 6, 1970, I can’t help but bring up an unforgettable chapter in Disneyland’s history. A band of spirited youth activists, known as the Yippies, orchestrated a demonstration against the Vietnam War, planning a “Yippie Pow Wow” within the magical confines of Disneyland.
The authorities caught wind of this potential uprising and called in the Orange County Police Department to maintain order. In riot gear, they were prepared for a sea of 200,000 young protesters; instead, only around 200 showed up. However, the Yippies managed to make their presence felt. As one report tells us, they briefly seized Tom Sawyer Island, planting a Viet Cong flag atop Castle Rock while indulging in their chosen substance.
The ensuing confrontations between the Yippies and guests who had come to enjoy the park led to a series of altercations. Consequently, Disney felt compelled to close its gates at 7PM for the first time ever â an unprecedented move in the history of the park’s operation. It’s safe to say that this was no ordinary day at the Happiest Place on Earth!
Early 1970s: Watch Out for That Mule
Hard to believe, but on the inaugural day of Disneyland 70 years ago, one of the top attractions was known as Pack Mules. These were essentially pack animals for guests to ride upon. (Disneyland has certainly evolved since those early days.)
The mules wandered around Frontierland for approximately the next two decades until Disneyland decided to discontinue mule rides to make way for Big Thunder Mountain Railroad. However, before they ceased operations, an unfortunate incident occurred: a rider’s saddle broke on one of the mules, causing the guest to fall off and roll down a slope. Eventually, a court ruled in favor of the injured Disneyland visitor, who received over $100,000 in damages. It’s no surprise that the mules were sent out to pasture shortly thereafter.
1976: The Three Little Pigs Get Into Big Trouble
Though often overlooked nowadays, one of Walt Disney’s initial successes in animation was a version of the timeless tale “The Three Little Pigs.” In Disneyland, characters depicting the pigs were popular walk-around attractions for many years. However, in 1976, an unfortunate incident occurred when a woman filed a lawsuit against the company, asserting that one of the Pigs had harassed her and cried out “Mommy, mommy!” This encounter left her so traumatized that she claimed she gained 50 pounds due to the emotional turmoil.
However, there was an issue with this allegation as it unfolded during the lawsuit. The Three Little Pigs costumes used at the time lacked functional arms, making it impossible for them to physically interact or grab guests, regardless of their intentions. Upon presenting this evidence, the woman decided to withdraw her case.
1978: Winnie Gets Into a Hunny of a Trial
Have you ever pondered how Disneyland workers manage to see through those massive cartoon character costumes? Contrary to popular belief, they don’t have great visibility. In 1978, a guest at Disneyland took legal action against the company, claiming that a performer in a Winnie the Pooh costume had struck their child, causing “persistent headaches.”
The case went to court, and the individual who was wearing the Pooh costume even put it on in front of the jury to demonstrate that the arms were too low to the ground, making it physically impossible for the performer to intentionally hit anyone. The jury determined that the Disneyland employee was not responsible for the incident.
1994: Gondolas Gone Wild
Contrary to popular belief, Disneyland did not shut down its famous Skyway ride because a visitor fell from their gondola and died. In fact, this urban legend is false, according to Snopes.com. However, they do provide details about a real incident that happened on April 17, 1994, when a 30-year-old guest allegedly fell around 20 feet from one of the Skyway cabins and landed in a tree near Alice in Wonderland attraction. This visitor then sued Disneyland for $25,000, claiming he sustained permanent neck and back injuries as a result of his fall.
However, there’s an unexpected turn: The lawsuit was eventually dropped before it went to trial, after the guest confessed that his fall was not an accident; he intentionally exited the gondola and jumped. The Skyway ride was closed soon afterward in November 1994, but Snopes considers it highly unlikely that this incident led to the closure of the ride.
2011: A Whole New World (of Danger)
For over a dozen years, the Hyperion Theater at Disney California Adventure featured “Aladdin: A Musical Spectacular,” a 45-minute show inspired by Disney’s cherished animated movie. Notably, every retelling of Disney’s “Aladdin” includes a magical carpet ride. However, during a performance on September 25, 2011, the mechanism responsible for making the actors’ carpet fly malfunctioned, causing them to experience more flight than they had anticipated.
As one spectator described it, the carpet tilted at approximately a 45-degree angle and then flipped upside down. Fortunately, no one was hurt during this incident, as the carpet went over, sideways, and under before the performances resumed the following day. However, the enchanted carpet needed a break from flying temporarily.
2013: Toontown Turns Scary
In Disneyland, a vibrant district known as Toontown resides, where Mickey Mouse and his friends call home along with some child-friendly attractions. However, on May 28, 2013, this cheerful atmosphere was momentarily disrupted when a Disneyland employee detonated a “dry-ice bomb” at a refreshment stand in the area.
The location was briefly shut down while authorities looked into the matter, but the rest of Disneyland continued its operations without any reported injuries. The culprit, who soon found themselves out of employment, admitted to possessing a destructive device and received a sentence of “three years probation, 36 days in jail, and 100 hours of community service.
2013: That âSmall Worldâ Song Can Mess You Up
In 2013, a man received $8,000 in compensation after he found himself stuck on the “It’s a Small World” ride for half an hour, which meant he was forced to endure the catchy theme song for the same duration. Unfortunately, due to his wheelchair, he couldn’t be evacuated until the ride was fixed. This article reminded me of that annoying tune again, and I can certainly empathize with his plight! I think they deserved more than $8,000 for their ordeal.
2014: An Outbreak
Back in late 2014, I found myself right smack dab in the middle of a major health scare that rocked the Disney parks community. The incident, which I’ll never forget, was an outbreak of measles that could be traced back to our beloved Disneyland and Disney California Adventure. It was discovered that numerous individuals had contracted this highly contagious disease after coming into contact with someone who had been hospitalized due to measles, just about a week following their visit to our cherished parks. The outbreak, unfortunately, continued well into April of 2015 before it was finally brought under control.
2023: A Fantastic (or Fantasmic) Problem
For over three decades, Disneyland’s Fantasmic! has been a staple of entertainment for its guests, offering an immersive experience filled with live actors, special effects, lasers, music, and fireworks. However, on April 22, 2023, a performance took an unexpected turn when an audio-animatronic dragon caught fire during the show. At first, spectators believed it was part of the spectacle, but a worker soon arrived to evacuate everyone for safety reasons. Thankfully, no human injuries were reported; unfortunately, the dragon sustained damage due to the flames. Consequently, Fantasmic! remained closed for several months before resuming performances, now without the fire-breathing dragon as part of the show.
2023: A Small Problem on Itâs a Small World
In November of 2023, an astonishing incident occurred on the It’s a Small World attraction. A spectator exclaimed, “I can hardly believe it! I saw someone running around naked!” The intruder disregarded decorum by stripping down and getting uncomfortably close to certain set pieces. Disneyland cast members reacted quickly by halting the ride and removing the offender from the park. Local law enforcement promptly apprehended him. It’s ironic that, in this case, “small world” might have taken on a whole new meaning…
I hope you find this version natural and easy to read!
2025:
It’s puzzling to me why so many people choose to stroll around Disneyland without clothes. In April 2025, yet another streaker (allegedly influenced by drugs) was apprehended after he not only scaled a tree but also climbed onto the roof of Tiana’s Palace restaurant â and all while being completely nude. I understand that the queue for beignets can be lengthy, but this behavior seems excessive.
Once-Beloved Fast Food Burgers That No Longer Exist
McDonaldâs Arch Deluxe
In an attempt to attract adult customers who felt their product range catered too much to children, McDonald’s introduced various strategies during the 1980s and ’90s. One such strategy was the launch of the Arch Deluxe, marketed as featuring a “soft, buttery, homestyle bakery bun” and a special sauce for adults consisting of mustard and mayonnaise. Advertisements labeled it as “the burger with a mature taste.” Despite this marketing, many adults did not find the taste appealing, leading to its discontinuation in 2000 after only four years on the menu.
Wendyâs The Big Classic
Fast-food burger chains are consistently trying to attract customers with larger and improved sandwiches, creating something like a beef sandwich competition. In an attempt to match Burger King’s Whopper, Wendy’s launched their “Big Classic” in 1986. If you remember it, you might recall its packaging â a gigantic styrofoam clamshell (ignoring the environment, apparently). The burger was slightly larger than a regular single Wendy’s offering, served on a soft kaiser roll. Although the Big Classic didn’t manage to dethrone the Whopper, Wendy’s found success by adding bacon and rebranding it as the “Big Bacon Classic” during the 1990s.
McDonaldâs Big Nâ Tasty
In response to Burger King’s Whopper, McDonald’s unveiled their own challenger, the Big N’ Tasty, back in the ’90s. This sandwich featured a beef patty layered with ketchup, mayonnaise, onions, two pickle slices, lettuce, and tomato on a sesame seed bun. However, despite its introduction, McDonald’s version didn’t leave a lasting taste impression and was discontinued in 2011, although it can still be found in some international markets.
Burger Kingâs BK Burger Shots
For several decades, White Castle has reigned supreme in the fast food slider market, despite other burger chains’ attempts to challenge their dominance. In the late 2000s, Burger King entered the fray with their “BK Burger Shots,” a playful nickname for what amounted to simple sliders. At launch, they were available in packs of two or six, and were garnished with ketchup, mustard, and pickles. Although these sliders (or should I say, burger shots) weren’t particularly noteworthy, Burger King’s commercial for them was quite unforgettable, featuring attractive women tripping over themselves to get a taste of the guy eating them. Strangely enough, no matter how many burgers I’ve eaten on park benches, such an experience has never occurred to me.
Burger King Burger Bundles
Burger Shots are one of Burger King’s attempts to offer a slider-style menu item. Back in the 1980s, they introduced “Burger Bundles,” which were mini cheese burgers with slightly connected buns served in a cardboard boat. At another time, they also sold Burger ‘Buddies,’ which came as a pair and were marketed as a shareable snack. Regrettably, no matter how many burgers BK combined, they never quite resonated with customers.
Burger Kingâs Hot Toppers
In the ’80s, Burger King introduced a line of double cheeseburgers known as Hot Toppers. Despite their name sounding like a euphemism for something unclean, they were actually adorned with spicy or flavorful toppings. One variation boasted barbecue sauce and bacon, another showcased mushrooms and swiss cheese, while the last one sported a single slice of ham on top – quite an unusual yet zesty enhancement for a burger.
McDonaldâs McDLT
In the years leading up to Seinfeld, Jason Alexander promoted McDonald’s innovative burger, McDLT. This unique burger featured separated packaging for beef and toppings in a large Styrofoam container with several compartments. Essentially, this was an ordinary burger that came with additional environmental impact. However, when you saw Jason Alexander singing about “hamburgers with lettuce and tomato that aren’t quite ready” and exclaiming “The beef stays hot! The cool stays crisp! Put it together, you can’t resist!” it was an advertisement that left a lasting impression on many.
McDonaldâs McLean Deluxe
The idealized American Dream: Indulging in as much unhealthy food as you desire without any fear of blocked arteries or increased waist measurement. This craving led to the creation of famous ’90s foods such as McDonald’s McLean Deluxe, marketed as a 91% fat-free burger made with lean meat blended with seaweed extract. Launched in 1991, it eventually disappeared from McDonald’s menu by 1996.
McDonaldâs McJordan Special
As a fan of Michael Jordan and his athletic prowess, one might expect him to endorse products related to health and fitness, such as the McLean Deluxe. Surprisingly, while Jordan did appear in at least one McLean Deluxe commercial, he also endorsed a “Burger of the Month” at McDonald’s called the “McJordan Special.” This burger featured cheese, smoked bacon, BBQ sauce, pickles, and onions. While it may not be the ideal meal for aspiring basketball stars, it certainly sounds delicious. If you’re curious to taste this iconic burger, a jug of vintage McJordan sauce is being sold on eBay for $6,000. I can only wonder if it’s still safe to consume.
McDonaldâs Cheddar Melt
Nowadays, anything new added to the McDonald’s menu comes with a quirky name, often starting with “Mc” for branding purposes. For example, Chicken McNuggets, McCrispy, Egg McMuffin, McGriddle, McDouble, McFlurry, and even McNapkins (which I just made up). In the past, McDonald’s food innovations had much simpler names. This brownish food combination was called the Cheddar Melt, introduced in the late 1980s. Technically speaking, the name wasn’t entirely accurate as it featured cheddar cheese sauce instead of melted cheese and also contained grilled onions. It was all served on a toasted rye bun. When was the last time McDonald’s used a rye bun? This must have been it, right?
McDonaldâs Chopped Beefsteak Sandwich
Discussing McDonald’s offerings with lackluster names, let me present the Chopped Beefsteak Sandwich. Served on a lengthy French roll, adorned with thinly sliced onions and a “unique recipe steak sauce,” it was supposed to be distinct from a typical hamburger due to the superior quality of ground beef. However, reality check: It’s still McDonald’s; it’s essentially a burger, just in a slightly altered form. Debuting in 1979, this sandwich retailed for approximately three times the cost of a regular hamburger. Unsurprisingly, customers weren’t keen on shelling out extra cash for an extended burger, and McDonald’s eventually phased out this item after a few years.
Burger King Bullâs-Eye BBQ Burger
Despite the presence of chopped beefsteak, lengthy sandwiches are often associated with Burger King, a restaurant that has dabbled in various elongated creations over time. The Bull’s-Eye BBQ Burger featured a “long Western-style bun” (I’m not sure what sets it apart as a Western bun… perhaps it’s a bit dusty?), topped with two regular-sized patties, bacon, melted cheese, and Bull’s-Eye sauce. For some reason â maybe Burger King had an excess of Bull’s-Eye sauce? â they introduced several BBQ burger variations in the late 1980s and 1990s. Following the Bullâs-Eye BBQ Burger, for instance, there was…
Burger Kingâs Western Whopper
The Western Whopper sandwich came with BBQ sauce, cheddar cheese, and hickory-smoked bacon, and was marketed by Burger King as a promotional item for the blockbuster movie “Wild Wild West,” starring Will Smith. For an additional $1.99, customers who purchased a Western Whopper meal could buy sunglasses modeled after those worn by Smith in the film. Many children were drawn to Burger King, eagerly asking their parents to buy them these glasses so they could emulate the Fresh Prince’s look from the movie that is widely considered one of his worst performances. (Again, this information is fictional for the purposes of this exercise.)
Wendyâs Pretzel Bacon Pub Burger
Initially launched in 2020 as a variation of Wendy’s pretzel bun burgers, the Pretzel Bacon Pub Burger was marketed as combining all the charm of gastropub burgers with quick service dining. The burger featured more intricate ingredients such as Muenster cheese, smoked bacon, smoky honey mustard, warm beer cheese sauce, crispy fried onions, and pickles, setting it apart from typical fast food offerings. Despite its popularity, it wasn’t enough to keep the item on the menu permanently. Since then, ardent Wendy’s fans have started petitions online in hopes of bringing it back, but their efforts have yet to bear fruit.
First presented in 2020 as a twist on Wendy’s line of pretzel bun burgers, the Pretzel Bacon Pub Burger was touted as combining the essence of gastropub burgers with quick service dining. It came loaded with Muenster cheese, smoked bacon, smoky honey mustard, warm beer cheese sauce, crispy fried onions, and pickles, making it more complex than standard fast food burgers. Although it was popular enough to return in the fall of 2022, its appeal didn’t warrant a permanent spot on the menu. Since then, devoted Wendy’s customers have started online petitions, hoping to bring it back once again. However, their efforts have not resulted in success thus far.
Burger Kingâs Whopperito
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