Biscuit Company to reopen; Meet the new owners

VICKSBURG, Miss. (VDN) — Caleb Tillotson and Charles Smith are working to restore a longtime Vicksburg staple to its former glory — the Biscuit Company — with a fresh name and vision. The historic location will reopen as The Biscuit.

Tillotson, a program engineer with Entergy, and Chef Smith, a classically trained chef, met through a mutual friend. Both are Vicksburg natives and graduates of Vicksburg High School. Tillotson also attended school with Smith’s son.

“I feel like it’s divine intervention,” Tillotson said. “The series of events that led us here could be nothing less.”

The two plan to open in late May, and are currently busy overhauling the kitchen and dining area. 60 new tables have been hand crafted and designed specifically for the ‘The Biscuit’ by a Mississippi local. Tillotson said they plan to adorn the walls with local art including a local artist painting murals.

“The murals will be about local and Mississippi legends,” he said.

“We’re almost done with the sound system. It is state-of-the-art and designed specifically for this space,” Tillotson added.

“Everyone we’ve talked to has been excited about reopening the Biscuit,” Smith said.

“People talk about the history here and their memories of the Biscuit Company going back to the ’60s,” Tillotson added. “We’re doing it for the joy. Vicksburg loves this spot, and we want to do it for them. When it comes to location, this is the best there is.”

The menu will feature local favorites, including catfish, seafood, pasta dishes and more.

“We’re going to create dishes that are unique,” Smith said. “I’m a chef, classically trained, and I want to give Vicksburg food that is worthy of The Biscuit.”

The venue will also include a full bar and plans to host live music.