Brooke Ray was excited to celebrate son Chester's 1st birthday with a Cracker Barrel-themed celebration, she tells PEOPLE.

You have to see the cake! Chester celebrated his first birthday in the cutest way ever: with a Cracker Barrel-themed party.

Cracker Barrel has some true-blue fans in the Rays ... "It was really special to see our loved ones gathered around, enjoying a meal that feels like home," she adds. "We can’t wait to teach ...

And that apparently even includes meals at some of your favorite "lower-cost" fast ... Chilis at 39%, Denny's at 36%, and ...