Roots uses a dark-roasted malt that results in a tender, chewy, slightly sweet and complex crust you won't find anywhere outside of the Quad Cities. The dough's malt-heavy "spice jam," spicy red sauce dotted with chili flakes and cayenne pepper and scissor cut strips of pizza make a trip to West Town or Lincoln Square a must. The dough is hand tossed, the sausage is made in-house and cheese covers the toppings. Interesting choices include a short rib pizza and Roots Chef Series Specialty Pizzas such as a chili cheese curd number from Antique Taco's main guy. Choose among more than 100 Midwestern craft beers, select bourbons and cocktails, wines by the glass and bottle, and the signature Roots Root Beer.