14 Surprisingly Chic and Affordable Things in the Cracker Barrel Store

Half the fun of dining at Cracker Barrel is wandering the gift shop styled to look like an old-fashioned general store. It's often a section of nostalgic candies, many of which can't be found elsewhere.

But if you push past the sweet treats, you can find some irresistible deals on everything from decor pieces to stylish outfits that you'll need to bring home with you. You might even find it a great way to save money on quality products for you and your family.

See these surprising deals on chic items that might make it time for a trip to Cracker Barrel.

Editor's note: Prices and availability are subject to change and may vary by location.

Price: 12.99

Is there anything cuter than a throw pillow shaped like an acorn? It might be intended as a seasonal decor for autumn, but it works all year round to add a cute touch of nature to your home. A similar pillow from Amazon is regularly priced at $30.99.

Price: $18.99

The warm, crackling glow of a wooden-wick candle transforms any space into a cozy little fireplace. If you love the special ambiance of a wood wick, you know they can be pricier than a cotton wick. Cracker Barrel's general store offers them for a few dollars cheaper than even the manufacturer, which prices them at $24 for the same size.

Price: $34.99

A traditional purse can be a hindrance for those with a penchant for adventure and travel, but a sling bag offers the more comfortable feel of a backpack blended with the sleek style of an over-shoulder strapped purse.

This high-quality sling features a leather-like appearance and a wide, embroidered strap that is both functional and decorative. A similar bag from Kohl's is regularly priced at $40.

Price: $49.99

The harvest gold floral print of this cotton poplin dress makes it the perfect transition outfit from summer to autumn, and the smocked waist gives a fitted look to the long flowing skirt. Plus, this dress is so soft, made 100% with cotton, and it's machine washable (on cold), aka easy to care for.

Price: $69.99

Elevate your cakes with a modern, stylized bundt pan, created in 2020, featuring interwoven strands that create a functional aesthetic of slightly splayed slices, making for easy slicing later. This item is a bit of an investment, but compared to items at William Sonoma and Pottery Barn, you're getting top-quality for less.

Price: $39.99

Cast iron cookware is a staple of the Cracker Barrel atmosphere, embodying the vibe of southern comfort food combined with the practical longevity of cookware that will last generations if well-maintained.

After enjoying your meal, it will be hard to resist grabbing your own 12-inch cast iron skillet to take home with you.

Price: $39.99

Transform simple jeans into a classy outfit with a light cream colored top decorated with a crochet lace pattern. Comfort meets style with this classic dressy look. Plus, crochet clothing is trendy right now. At Banana Republic, you'll pay around $100 for this style.

Price: $17.99

Looking for a digital detox? The scrumptious feeling of warm, tooled leather covering blank pages can provide an inviting alternative to doomscrolling. Jot down notes, doodles, or stick some paper memorabilia from your day's adventures into a notebook to keep an ever-shifting document of your life.

Price: $12.99

These nesting pumpkins contain a secret — they are actually measuring cups. Add a fun splash of cleverly disguised function to your kitchen space. This is a Cracker Barrel exclusive, so you won't find it anywhere else.

Price: $4.19 (on sale from $6.99)

These adorable mushroom magnet page marks make the perfect companion to the leather journal, or can give your current reading book a cute splash of personality. The mushroom tops just peek over the top of a book when closed, just like when the real thing pokes through damp soil.

Price: $54.99

When there's a chill in the breeze, you'll love the soft chenille of this sweater to keep you warm. The large decorative floral outlines add a pop of autumn color to the neutral cream base color. This piece will elevate your look with jeans or a skirt. Just make sure you hand-wash and hang to dry, as the delicate fabric isn't meant for the washing machine.

Price: $69.99

A faux-suede light jacket is the perfect accessory for summer evenings threatening to break into autumn. The warm tone of chocolate brown matches nearly any outfit. Similar jackets from Abercrombie & Fitch can cost as much as $120.

Price: $14.99 (on sale from $24.99)

This serving bowl, stylized to look as if it's made of cabbage leaves, can fit in with anything from country farmhouse to cottage-core decor. It's perfect for serving the kind of comfort food one might find in a hobbit-hole. The salad bowl alone retails for $120 on Amazon.

Price: $24.99

Rugged men deserve to smell nice, too, and a solid cologne can offer a milder and more portable scent to stay fresh all day. Bay Rum scent combines citrus musk, cedarwood, and island spices for a unique and subtle fragrance.

Price: $37.49 (on sale from $49.99)

Nothing ties together the farmhouse motif like an old-fashioned milk can. Cracker Barrel offers one constructed from galvanized metal that's large enough to hold fireplace tools, umbrellas, or other unwieldy objects that need a place to be tucked away.

Cracker Barrel is best known for its southern comfort cooking and all-day breakfast, but don't overlook their gift shop while looking for ways to stretch your restaurant budget. Many of their goods have a higher quality construction than expected from their reasonable prices.