New Eatery Brings Southern Brunch to Fishers

Vicious Biscuit

Fishers has a new go-to destination for breakfast, brunch and adventurous Southern flavor. Vicious Biscuit recently opened its doors, bringing scratch-made comfort food, creative menu names and a hospitality-first mindset that’s already drawing crowds, even in subzero temperatures.

For franchise partner David Dessner, the journey to Fishers began far from Indiana. The idea took shape during a 2019 trip to Ireland with friends and fellow food lovers, including Steve Wise, a longtime Indiana resident who now serves as the group’s local “boots on the ground.”

Conversations turned to Vicious Biscuit, a Charleston-born concept known for its hearty biscuits and Southern flair that opened in 2017, and the possibility of opening a location together. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit, slowing plans but not dampening enthusiasm. Years later, the right spot emerged in Fishers, surrounded by new apartments and supported by a city eager to welcome the brand.

What sets Vicious Biscuit apart in a crowded brunch scene is its commitment to quality and variety. Everything is made from scratch, from rich gravies to crispy fried chicken, with menu standouts like shrimp and grits, crab Benedict and hot chicken biscuits. There’s also a lighter side: egg-white omelets, fruit, build-your-own bowls, keto-friendly options and even a gluten-free biscuit — proof that indulgence and inclusivity can share the same table. Add in playful names like “Silence of the Hams,” “The SEC” and “Sea Biscuit,” and the menu feels as fun as it is filling.

At the center of the experience is the brand’s signature jam bar, stocked with house-made jams and butters that guests can sample and slather to their heart’s content. Jams include apple pie, blackberry, strawberry and wild berry, paired with house-made butters including honey, maple bourbon and sweet potato. It’s interactive, a little indulgent and symbolic of what the team wants diners to feel: welcome, relaxed and happy.

“The experience for the customer is of the utmost importance,” Dessner says. “Whether it’s being greeted when you walk in, serving the highest-quality food or taking time to listen to our customers, the customer’s experience comes first.”

That emphasis on experience explains the name. “Vicious” isn’t about attitude; it’s about taking food, service and the guest journey seriously. From the moment customers walk in, they’re greeted warmly and checked on often. Though the restaurant operates in a fast-casual format, the service leans decidedly Southern.

The Fishers community has responded with enthusiasm.

“During the grand opening, guests lined up outside in frigid weather, some even chanting ‘risk it for the biscuit,’” Dessner says. “We offered special events including free entrees for first responders, giveaways of our coveted ‘black cards’ and a free mimosa day. The events drew an overwhelming turnout. One fan even camped out overnight to be first in line.”

Community involvement is a cornerstone of the brand’s local strategy. Vicious Biscuit has partnered with Mudsock Youth Athletics, hosting monthly giveback days on the third Tuesday of each month, with a portion of proceeds supporting the organization. The restaurant also offers a year-round 20% discount to active military members and veterans.

With fresh-squeezed mimosa service, a growing cocktail program and plans to refine future locations based on Fishers’ success, Vicious Biscuit is already thinking ahead. For now, though, the focus is simple — delivering great food, genuine hospitality and a little Southern comfort, one biscuit at a time.

Vicious Biscuit is located at 8711 106th St., Ste. 110. For more information, visit viciousbiscuit.com.