We tried Cracker Barrel to see if it's better than Waffle House - and the winner is clear

Two roads diverge off an exit ramp on a Southern interstate.

One leads to Waffle House.

The other, Cracker Barrel.

It's a common conundrum amongst hungry travelers: which to pick? The 24/7 late-night haunt serving up diner classics, or the faux-nostalgic Americana chain known for its country fixin's?

On a recent road trip, we dined at both iconic establishments. Here's which highway pit stop come out on top.