.... See no reason to blackball a restaurant who hasn't been afforded the opportunity to be fully educated - that is more than a one conversation deal - although I too would likely walk.
Given time and sufficient effort, we have seen positive responses from a number of businesses, some complete reversals: Jimmy Johns in Richmond and most notably Darden Industry restaurants (Olive Garden, Longhorn, Bahama Breeze, Seasons 52, The Capital Grill, Eddie V's, Yard House and Red Lobster [sold now])
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/red-lobster-chain-sold-2-1-billion-article-1.1794701
How'd that work again with Cracker Barrel?
At least they didn't chase us away from looking at the ducks & geese.
stay safe.