Appetizers
Starters To Share (or Not). Handmade mozzarella sticks you'll be telling strangers about
Mozzarella SticksUS$14.00
Made completely from scratch. Housemade and Hand-Stretched Mozzarella, Herbed Breadcrumbs and Marinara Sauce
- 4 SticksUS$14.00
- 6 SticksUS$17.50
Panza Bread SticksUS$11.00
Quad Cities Mozzarella Blend, Garlic Parmesan Sauce and Pizza Sauce
Popcorn Chicken BitesUS$13.00
Tossed with Hot-Honey, Served with Creamy Ranch
Spinach, Roasted Red Pepper & Artichoke DipUS$10.00
Served with Grilled or Crispy Pita Chips or Vegetables
The Best Darn Wings
the fifty50 wings
Step 1 - Choose:
Bone-In
Boneless
Step 2 - How Many?
Bone-InUS$16.00
- 6 WingsUS$16.00
- 10 WingsUS$25.00
- 25 WingsUS$52.00
BonelessUS$15.00
- 6 WingsUS$15.00
- 10 WingsUS$23.00
- 25 WingsUS$49.00
Step 3 - Select a Sauce
Select a Sauce
Our Famous Buffalo, Spicy Korean Red Pepper, Spicy Garlic, Nashville Hot, Honey Malört, Sweet Chili, Smokehouse BBQ, Teriyaki Honey Orange
Step 4 - Add Ons
RanchUS$1.50
Blue Cheese DressingUS$1.50
Celery & CarrotsUS$1.50
Salads
Family Style / Premium Ingredients. Healthy (and ginormous) salads with a cult following. Add on additional ingredients or you can build your own salad
CobbUS$17.00
Romaine, Arugula, Cabbage, Tomatoes, Pickles, Corn, Scallions, Dill, Egg, Garlic Sesame Croutons and Buttermilk Black Truffle Dressing
Roots Caesar*US$15.00
Romaine & Red Leaf Lettuce, Crispy Prosciutto, Garlic Sesame Croutons, Shaved Parmesan and Creamy Caesar Dressing
Tomato, Avocado, & MozzarellaUS$17.00
Romaine & Red Leaf Lettuce, Cherry Tomatoes, Avocado, Roasted Corn, Fresh Housemade Mozzarella, Sunflower Seeds and Cilantro Vinaigrette
BLTUS$16.00
Arugula, Romaine, Red Onions, Roasted Carrots, Grape Tomatoes, Garlic Sesame Croutons, Parsley, Radish, Blue Cheese Crumble, Bacon, Pears and Blue Cheese Dressing
Greek-LikeUS$15.00
Romaine & Baby Spinach, Parsley, Dill & Mint, Kalamata & Green Olives, Cucumbers, Red Onions, Red & Green Bell Peppers, Feta Cheese, Pepperoncini, Fried Capers, Sunflower Seeds, Crispy Pita and Greek-Feta Vinaigrette
KimchiUS$16.00
Cabbage, Spinach, Goat Cheese, Beets, Almonds, Cashews, Togarashi, Ramen, Carrot and Kimchi Vinaigrette
Southwest Chipotle Chicken & AvocadoUS$17.00
Arugula, Cilantro, Cabbage, Pulled Chicken, Radish, Avocado, Crispy Shallots, Pickled Red Onions, Tajin-roasted Sweet Potatoes, Tortilla Strips, Black Beans, Corn, Queso Cotija and Creamy Chipotle Dressing
Sesame ChickenUS$16.00
Shredded Cabbage & Romaine, Pulled Chicken, Roasted Mushrooms, Roasted Carrots, Broccoli, Radish, Scallions, Parsley, Fried Ramen, Toasted Sesame Seeds and Sesame Vinaigrette
Not a Carrot In the WorldUS$15.00
Romaine, Kale, Arugula, Avocado, Scallions, Radish, Mango, Roasted Cauliflower, Crispy Shallots, Sesame & Sunflower Seeds, Lemon, Roasted Carrots and Carrot Tahini Dressing
BeetUS$16.00
Romaine, Arugula, Roasted Beets, Pears, Goat Cheese, Toasted Pistachios and Honey-Lemon Vinaigrette
Build a Salad
$12. We use the freshest ingredients to make the best salads
Step 1 - Pick Your Greens
Choose 2: Baby Greens, Shredded Cabbage, Red Leaf Lettuce, Romaine, Arugula (+$1), Baby Kale (+$1), Spinach (+$1)
Step 2 - Fresh Fruit & Vegetables
Choose 5: Beets: roasted, Black Beans, Black Olives, Broccoli: steamed, Carrots: shredded, Cherry Tomatoes, Corn: roasted, Cucumbers, Giardiniera, Green Bell Peppers, Jalapeños, Mushrooms: raw, Mushrooms: roasted, Pepperoncini, Pickled Red Onions, Pickles, Pineapples, Red Onions, Red Bell Peppers, Radish, Scallions, Tomatoes, Artichoke Hearts (+$1), Carrots: roasted (+$1), Curry Cauliflower: roasted (+$1), Fresh Mango (+$1), Kalamata & Green Olives (+$1), Sweet Potato: tajin-roasted (+$1)
Step 3 - Plenty to Crunch On
Choose 2: Crispy Shallots, Crispy Pita, Fried Capers, Garlic Sesame Croutons, Ramen: crunchy, Sunflower Seeds, Taco Chips, Tortilla Strips, Almonds: toasted (+$1), Cashews: toasted (+$1), Pistachios: toasted (+$1)
Step 4 - Go for Cheese
Choose 1: Aged Manchego (+$2), Bleu Cheese, Cheddar, Chihuahua Cheese (+$1), Cotija, Feta (+$1), Goat Cheese (+$1), Housemade Mozzarella (+$2), Local Cheddar Curds (+$2), Ricotta (+$2), Shaved Parmesan (+$1), Vegan Cheddar (+$2), Vegan Mozzarella (+$2)
Step 5 - Our Famous Dressings
Choose 1: Avocado Cream (+$1), Balsamic Vinaigrette, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Buttermilk Ranch, Black Truffle Cream (+$2), Caesar Dressing*, Carrot Tahini, Cilantro Vinaigrette, Creamy Chipotle Dressing, Greek-Feta Dressing, Kimchi Vinaigrette, Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette, Louis Dressing, Sesame Vinaigrette, Vegan Ranch (+$2)
Step 6 - Top It Off
Get That Protein! Avocado (+$3), Bacon (+$1), Blackened Shrimp (+$6), Fierce Tofu (+$6), Fried Herbed-Breaded Chicken (+$6), Garlic Shrimp (+$6), Grilled Chicken Breast (+$5), Hard Boiled Egg (+$1), Popcorn Chicken (+$5), Pulled Chicken: cold (+$5), Salami (+$2)
Quad Cities Style Pizzas
The malt in our dough is what makes our pizza special imparting a slight sweetness in the crust. Make Any Pizza Gluten Free (+$3.50). Sub Vegan Cheddar or Mozzarella (+$3). Add on additional toppings. Or you can build your own pizza
Old School CheeseUS$16.00
Our special Quad Cities Mozzarella Blend and Pizza Sauce on our signature Malt Crust
- 12" PizzaUS$16.00
- 16" PizzaUS$20.00
Classic PepperoniUS$19.00
Our special Quad Cities Mozzarella Blend and Pizza Sauce on our signature Malt Crust with a healthy amount of Pepperoni. We don't skimp on our toppings
- 12" PizzaUS$19.00
- 16" PizzaUS$23.00
Crumbled SausageUS$18.00
The Quad Cities Speciality: Crumbled Sausage, Roots Pizza Sauce, and Fresh Mozzarella
- 12" PizzaUS$18.00
- 16" PizzaUS$23.00
TacoUS$24.00
A Quad Cities Original: Taco-seasoned Crumbled Sausage, Roots Pizza Sauce, Fresh Mozzarella and Cheddar. Topped with Lettuce, Tomatoes, and Taco-seasoned Chips
- 12" PizzaUS$24.00
- 16" PizzaUS$29.00
MargheritaUS$17.00
Roasted Tomato Sauce, Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil
- 12" PizzaUS$17.00
- 16" PizzaUS$22.00
McDowell'sUS$22.00
Seasoned Ground Beef, Louis Dressing, Fresh Mozzarella + Cheddar. Topped with Onions, Lettuce, and Pickles. The National Pizza of Zamunda
- 12" PizzaUS$22.00
- 16" PizzaUS$27.00
VeganUS$25.00
Ground Seitan, Smoked Seitan Bacon, Roots Pizza Sauce, Vegan Mozzarella and Vegan Cheddar. Topped with Lettuce, Pickles, Tomatoes, and Vegan Ranch
- 12" PizzaUS$25.00
- 16" PizzaUS$30.00
GardenUS$22.00
Roasted Mushrooms, Diced Green Peppers, Roasted Red Peppers, Olive Mix, Roots Pizza Sauce, and Fresh Mozzarella
- 12" PizzaUS$22.00
- 16" PizzaUS$27.00
Chef Series Collaborations - Quad Cities Style Pizzas
Sarah Grueneberg's - Monteverde Big RaguUS$26.00
Tomato-braised Pork Shoulder, Meatballs, Sausage, Calabrian Peppers, Stracchino, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, and Pesto
- 12" PizzaUS$26.00
Charlie Mckennas' - Lillie's Q BBQ Pulled PorkUS$26.50
Pulled Pork smoked over peach wood, Hot Smokey BBQ, and Fresh Mozzarella. Topped with Carolina Dirt BBQ Rub & Slaw
- 12" PizzaUS$26.50
Rick Ortiz's - Antique TacoUS$25.00
Chili Cheese Curd Pizza, Chorizo Chili, Cheddar Curds, Chihuahua Cheese, Mozzarella, Pickled Jalapeños & Onions, Avocado Cream, Tortilla Strips, Black Olives, and Scallions
- 12" PizzaUS$25.00
Neighborhood Faves - Quad Cities Style Pizzas
Tikka Masala Butter ChickenUS$27.00
Butter Sauce, Marinated Chicken, Ginger, Curry, Onions, Paneer, Methi, Chili Oil, Lime, and Fresh Mozzarella
- 12" PizzaUS$27.00
Korean Fried ChickenUS$29.50
Red Pepper Sauce, Garlic Purée, Kimchi, Fresh Mozzarella, Smoked Gouda, Korean Fried Chicken, Scallions, Sesame Seeds, and Cilantro
- 12" PizzaUS$29.50
BLTUS$22.00
Canadian Bacon, Bacon, Roots Pizza Sauce, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, and Lettuce
- 12" PizzaUS$22.00
Build a Pizza
12" Pizza (Serves 1-2) $16 / 16" Pizza (Serves 3-5) $20. Tell us how to make the perfect pizza. Pick your favorite fresh ingredients and we'll arrange them on our hand-tossed malt crust with Roots pizza sauce and Quad Cities mozzarella blend
Step 1 - First Pick a Size
12" (1-2 people), 16" (3-5 people)
Step 2 - Put Some Meat on It
We ain't skimping. Sausage: Crumbled (+$3), Pepperoni (+$3), Anchovies (+$3), Bacon (+$4), Blackened Shrimp (+$8), Canadian Bacon (+$4), Garlic Shrimp (+$8), Ground Beef (+$4), Italian Beef (+$5), Popcorn Chicken (+$6), Pulled Chicken (+$5), Prosciutto (+$3), Salami (+$3), Smoked BBQ Pulled Pork (+$6), Vegan Bacon (+$4)
Step 3 - Some Premium Toppings
(+$2.50): Artichoke Hearts, Arugula, Black Olives, Broccoli Florets, Coleslaw, Corn, Garlic, Giardiniera: our Special Recipe, Green Bell Peppers, Jalapeños: fresh, Jalapeños: pickled, Kalamata Olive Blend, Mushrooms: fresh, Mushrooms: roasted, Pepperoncini, Pineapple, Red Onions: pickled, Red Onions: fresh, Roasted Garlic purée, Red Bell Peppers, Spinach: fresh, Scallions, Tomatoes: sliced or diced
Step 4 - Make it Even Cheesy-Er
(+$2). Bleu Cheese, Cheddar, Cotija Cheese, Provolone, Ricotta, Aged Manchego (+$3), Feta (+$3), Fresh Mozzarella (+$3), Goat Cheese (+$3), Shaved Parmesan (+$3), Vegan Cheddar (+$3), Vegan Mozzarella (+$3)
Step 5 - Side Sauces
(+$2): Avocado Cream, Bleu Cheese Dressing, Korean Red Pepper Sauce, Garlic Parmesan, Lillie's Q Smokey BBQ, Tikka Masala Butter Sauce, Ranch, Sour Cream, The Fifty/50 Buffalo Sauce, Vegan Ranch
Step 6 - How Do You Want it Cut?
Go with strips when building 2 toppings or less. Quad-city style strips, Traditional pie cut
Some Sides
Seasoned Curly FriesUS$6.00
Sweet Potato TotsUS$6.00
Roasted Broccoli w/ Garlic ButterUS$7.00
Mac & CheeseUS$8.00
Desserts & Drinks
Something For The Sweet Tooth
Feed Your Inner Child
Fruity Pebbles CheesecakeUS$9.00
Funfetti Cheesecake on a Graham Cracker Crust. Topped with Whipped Cream and Glazed Fruity Pebbles
Baby Ruth CheesecakeUS$11.00
Vanilla Bean Cheesecake, swirled with Caramel and Baby Ruth candy on an Oreo Crust. Topped with Chocolate Ganache and even more Baby Ruth
Chocolate Cream PieUS$8.00
Dark Chocolate Mousse on an Oreo Crust. Topped with Whipped Cream and Oreo Cookie Pieces
Key Lime Meringue PieUS$8.00
Fresh Key Lime Custard on a graham Cracker Crust. Topped with Whipped Cream
Brownie SundaeUS$10.00
Warm Old Fashioned Brownie, topped with your choice of either Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream. Finished off with Whipped Cream and Chocolate Sauce
Drinks
SodaUS$4.00
Pepsi – Diet Pepsi – Sierra Mist – Dr. Pepper – Pepsi Zero – Orange Crush – Ginger Ale
Freshly Squeezed LemonadeUS$5.00
Freshly Squeezed Orange JuiceUS$5.00
Iced TeaUS$3.50
CoffeeUS$3.50
MilkUS$3.50
Chocolate MilkUS$4.00
Root Beer
Root BeerUS$6.00
Try our Root Beer. It's our very own recipe!
- BottledUS$6.00
