Conservative activist Robby Starbuck criticized Cracker Barrel's rebranding efforts and corporate policies, claiming the chain is rejecting its traditional customer base.

Florida Congressman Byron Donalds criticized Cracker Barrel's rebranding as "woke" on social media. While some customers expressed disappointment online, others embraced the change. Donalds, a Republican gubernatorial candidate in Florida, previously worked at Cracker Barrel.

Cracker Barrel’s decision to update its menu, redesign its restaurant interior and change its logo has caused outrage across the country. In particular, company co-founder Jack Lowery fears the changes could disrupt its future.

Former Cracker Barrel employee Steve Smotherman led an LGBT resource group and worked with the Human Rights Campaign to change the restaurant chain's workplace culture.

The logo change accompanies the launch of Cracker Barrel's fall campaign, "All the More," which features a partnership with country music star Jordan Davis and introduces new seasonal menu items. The campaign aims to attract both longtime customers and new diners to the chain's nearly 660 locations across 43 states.

Cracker Barrel has been the talk of the town over the last few days, and if their new rebrand has proven anything, it’s that folks love what’s familiar to them. The restaurant chain and gift store, known for serving up country classics with a cozy feel,

Cracker Barrel joins Target, Bud Light and other companies facing public outcry over corporate decisions as its new logo change triggers investor unease.