In 2026, Cracker Barrel wants to make its customers feel welcome, loved, and heard. We all know last year wasn’t the greatest for the brand, so they’re doing their best not to repeat 2025 and have a little fun in 2026. This time of year, the best way to get people’s attention is with a clever Super Bowl ad, and Cracker Barrel got the memo. The new ad features Southern Charm stars Madison LeCroy and Austen Kroll dining at Cracker Barrel and enjoying one of the restaurant’s most popular offerings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Cracker Barrel (@crackerbarrel) The New Cracker Barrel Ad Promotes Its Meals for Two Promotion In the new ad, Madison and Austen sit down to enjoy one of Cracker Barrel’s Meals for Two. The pair playfully banter about getting exactly what they want and still being able to share. “Just two friends who can at least agree on the lunch order. Two entrees and a split appetizer or dessert for just $19.99 with our Meals for Two,” the caption reads. Both Cracker Barrel and Southern Charm fans loved the new ad and seeing Madison and Austen together. “Wait this collab is EVERYTHING,” a fan wrote. “My fave duo.” “When that cornbread basket hits the table, you know you’re home!” Another person shared. “Austen turning into a girlypop cat dad is my favorite thing about this season so far. I about died when him and Whitner were gushing about their pets! So wholesome,” a fan wrote. This Cracker Barrel ad seems to have hit the sweet spot for fans ready to move on from Cracker Barrelgate 2025. “Ok Cracker Barrel we finally forgive for that weird rebrand you tried to pull this was the perfect duo,” a fan joked. This story’s featured image is by Michael Siluk/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images.