Fifty-One O One Restaurant

About

Chef de Cuisine Joseph Cosenza
Chef de Cuisine Joseph Cosenza

Nothing brings me more joy than developing the next generation of Detroit’s great chefs. Sharing the experience is at the heart of why we opened the FiftyOne O One. Our new menu draws its inspiration from local farms and markets, focusing on exceptional ingredients at the peak of their season.

The path from earth to plate remains clear and the cuisine reflects the complex layers of subtle craft beneath a simple decorative style. I invite you to come as you are and participate in the education of the next generation of Detroit’s great chefs.

Joseph Cosenza, C.E.C., CHE
Instructor, Chef de Cuisine

About Our Student Culinary Artists

The restaurant provides a fast paced, realistic environment to practice the crafts of cooking, baking, pastry and guest service. Many guests enjoy the progression of the students’ confidence and professionalism as the semester progresses. Your interaction with the students is key to the learning and the students’ progression.

Menu

SOUPS & SALADS

Salads include cup of soup

SALADE CLASSIQUE | $8.95
Grilled corn bread, green beans, pickled cauliflower, red oak lettuce, herb-red wine vinaigrette, crouton
BURRATA | $8.95
Vine-roasted tomatoes, basil pesto
CHOPPED SALAD | $9.95
Kale, ceci beans, piquillo peppers, Manchego, cherry tomatoes, sherry vinaigrette
SUNCHOKE & APPLE SALAD | $7.95
Smoked Michigan whitefish, grapes, Marcona almonds, horseradish vinaigrette
BEET SALAD | $9.95
Michigan baby beets, quinoa, whipped yogurt, pasilla vinaigrette
STRAWBERRY AND SNAP PEA SALAD | $8.95
Snap Peas, ricotta, pistachios, red onion, champagne vinaigrette

SANDWICHES

Sandwiches include cup of soup

5101 DREAM BURGER | $10.95
House grind, white cheddar, burger salt, onion jam, lettuce, mayonnaise, patty sauce, with house cut fries
TAPIOCA CRUSTED COD | $11.95
Brioche, Mango "Slaw", Chile-lime vinaigrette, gochujang aioli, house cut fries

VEGGIES & MORE

Veggies include cup of soup

FIRST OF SEASON ASPARAGUS | 9.95
Asparagus, Parmigiano Reggiano, quinoa, poached egg
JAPANESE SWEET POTATOES | $8.95
Fried sage, crispy prosciutto, scallion, crème fraiche
SAUCISSON A L'AIL | $11.95
Pomme puree, pickled apple and celery salad, apple cider reduction.
FRIED FINGERLING POTATOES | $7.95
Crushed fingerling potatoes, mint, pine nuts, black olive caramel
CONFIT MAITAKE MUSHROOMS | $8.95
Chestnut-miso butter, parsley oil, Asian pear
TAMAL FRITO | $8.95
Masa panisse, mole verde, tomatillo ponzu, mango slaw
ARANCINI | $9.95
Mozzarella, prosciutto di parma, basil-ramp purée, roasted tomato vinaigrette

ENTRÉES

Entrées include choice of VEGGIE, SALAD, OR SOUP before or with

WOOD FIRED LAMBLOIN | $21.95
Braised shank-white bean and pickled vegetable ragout, smoked onion jus, shaved asparagus-fennel salad
SHORT RIB POT AU FEU | $21.95
Pomme puree, glazed baby vegetables, red wine reduction
PAN SEARED WALLEYE | $18.95
Guanciale, Brussels sprouts, mussels, braised leeks
MISO MARINATED HAKE | $19.95
Shrimp dumpling, bok choy, mushroom consommé
DUCK CONFIT | $19.95
Port poached Plums, Castelvetrano olive, parsnip, sherry laquer
HERITAGE GRAIN CAMPANELLE | $18.95
Braised pork ragu, winter greens, fennel pesto, lemon breadcrumbs
POTATO AND TRUFFLE AGNOLOTTI | $15.95
Black truffle consommé, parmesan tuille, shaved winter truffle

NEAPOLITAN PIZZA

Red

EMILIA CLASSIC | $9.95
House blend mozzarella, classic tomato sauce
THE PEPPY |$10.95
Mozzarella, pepperoni, classic tomato sauce
ALLA BENNO | $12.95
House blend mozzarella, classic tomato sauce, speck, pineapple, jalapeno

White

MUSHROOM RAGU | 11.95
Roasted mushrooms, arugula, truffle
’NDUJA | $12.95
Smoked scamorza, buttered leeks, onion cream, thyme & egg
PROSCIUTTO | $12.95
Mozzarella, candied peanuts, scallion, Parmigiano Reggiano, garlic-shallot oil, hot honey

DESSERTS

BLOOD ORANGE PANNA COTTA | $5.95
NOCTURNE | $5.95
RASPBERRY VARIATIONS | $5.95

Ingredient Notes

Beef, lamb, veal, chicken and turkey are Halal Certified and are sourced from Saad Wholesale Meats. Local & Seasonal produce items used when available.

Beer + Wine

BEER SELECTIONS

Style Name ABV IBU Brewery Price
Crisp Euchre Pils 5.5% 43 Arbor Brewing Co. $4.75
Hop Two Hearted Ale 7% NA Bell’s Brewery $4.75
Malt Oktoberfest 5.5% NA Bell's Brewery $4.75
Boffo Brown 7% 26 Dark Horse Brewing Co. $4.75
Smoke Robust Porter 6.5% Founders Brewing Co. $4.75
Breakfast Stout 8.3% 60 Founders Brewing Co. $4.75
Faricy 4.5% 35 Founders Brewing Co. $4.75
Fruit & Spice Uncle John Semi Dry 6.5% Uncle John’s Cider Mill $4.75
RUBAEUS 5.7% 15 Founders Brewing Co. $4.75

WINE SELECTIONS

Style Name Description Glass Bottle
Sparkling Wine La Marca Prosecco $28.50
Domaine Chandon Brut $26.75
White Wines Terra d’Oro Moscato Vibrant flavors of Meyer lemon, pineapple, anise, and generous viscosity are showcased on the palate. $18.50
Good Harbor Late Harvest Riesling Rich aromas of stone fruits with a luscious palate of pineapple. $5.00 $20.00
Bollini Pinot Grigio Aromas of acacia flowers and pear as well as light mineral notes. A crisp, defined fruity style. $20.25
2140 Sella and Mosca Vermentino, Sardinia $18.50
Nobilo Sauvignon Blan Fresh, crisp, and clean with zesty flavors of ripe tropical fruits with subtle hints of green herbs. $18.50
Simi Sauvignon Blanc Fresh, bright, and crisp with notes like lime zest, Meyer lemon, pink grapefruit, lemongrass, honeysuckle, and a hint of wet stone. $19.00
Rodney Strong Chardonnay Aromas of lemon curd and apple with hints of toasty oak and baking spices. $5.00 $18.25
Red Wines Apothic Red Blend, California Apothic Red brings together the dark fruit of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. $17.50
Sartori Pinot Noir, Veneto Elegantly balanced with rich fruit flavors and good acidity. A long finish with light almond notes. $18.25
Erath Pinot Noir Voluminous aromas of black cherry, currant and plum are pleasantly seasoned with baking spice and toasted coffee bean. $22.50
14 Hands Merlot Exhilarating flavors of blackberry and cherry, balanced by soft and supple mocha notes. $18.50
Sella and Mosca Cannonau (Grenache) The wine has an intense bouquet of violets, kirsch, and red jammy fruit, accented by balsamic notes and wild herbs. $20.67
Alta vista Malbec The wine has ripe, red fruit aromas and spicy notes, with round, soft tannins, and a lively mouthfeel. $18.25
Columbia Crest H3 Cabernet Deep berry flavors lead to a soft tannin cocoa finish. $5.00 $20.00
Avalon Cabernet Sauvignon Vibrant aromas of blackberry and juicy plum mingle with notes of violet and vanilla. $22.75

Connect

Hours during Winter Semester:
Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Wednesday: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m., 5:30 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Thursday: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Located in the Student Center (M)
313-206-5101

For your dining pleasure, please call 313-206-5101 for reservations or carry out.
Please park in the campus safety parking lot and use the intercom for access if unattended.

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Special Events

Winter 2026 - Special Events

Save this semester's special events in your calendar!

February 4th, 2026 - Restaurant Opens
February 18th, 2026 - Shrimp and Soul Buffet

March 18th, 2026 - St. Patrick's Day Buffet

April 1st & 2nd, 2026 - Bake Sale

April 18th, 2026 - Scholarship Dinner
April 30th, 2026 - Last day of Service

Spring Bake Sale

April 1, 2026 - 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
April 2, 2026 - 11 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Place Your Order

Online orders open through March 29!

Culinary Arts + Hospitality Management

The individuals you will see working here are students learning to be future hotel and restaurant managers, chefs, and key staff people in the global Hospitality Industry. Students are assigned and rotated through the various stations in the kitchen and restaurant as they progress through the nine core lab classes in the one of the following programs:

Press

Mar 18
Corned beef and cabbage meal.

Fifty-One O One Restaurant hosts St. Patrick’s Day Buffet

The St. Patrick’s Day Buffet is one of Fifty-One O One's most popular special events. Make your reservations for March 18 today.
Plated entree from the 5101.

Fifty-One O One restaurant: enjoy a delectable menu and warm ambience

Fifty-One O One Restaurant is open for the Winter 2026 semester. Make your reservations today!
Variety of soul food dishes on a table.

HFC’s Fifty-One O One restaurant hosts Shrimp & Soul Seafood Buffet

Fifty-One O One, HFC's student-run restaurant, will host the Shrimp & Soul Seafood Buffet on Feb. 18. We recommend reservations.
Culinary Wellness chefs smiling behind the counter presenting food.

Culinary Wellness Café is open!

The Culinary Wellness Café offers great lunch options at affordable prices Tuesdays through Thursdays from Feb. 4 until April 30. You may order your meals online through Toast for maximum convenience.