Cracker Barrel ain’t just a restaurant. It’s a Southern institution, an unofficial interstate rest area, and your MeeMaw’s natural habitat.

But a place this sacred needs rules.

From the Sunday after-church rush and the mysterious Old Country Store to hashbrown casserole, apron stars, the peg game, biscuits, rocking chairs, and the logo controversy that briefly united America — these are the 10 Commandments of Cracker Barrel.

Whether you grew up eating there every Sunday or only visit when you’ve been trapped on the interstate for six hours, you know the Barrel has its own laws.

And yes, thou shalt order the hashbrown casserole.

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