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Laughing Tree Cafe
225 Commercial St
Waterloo, IA 50701
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Black Teas
Astound Mint
Taste our smooth crisp addition to the traditional Assam- a region in India that produces a bold, brisk breakfast tea. This tea starts with the herbal blend of EXCITE MINT and adds a kick of black assam tea for flavor and extra energy. Ingredients: Organic peppermint, Assam tea, Organic lemongrass, Organic Echinacea, Organic rosemary, Organic orange peel, Organic lemon peel
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.00
Audaci Tea
Lavender Earl Grey – Laughing Tree Tea's boldest blend yet. We fearlessly created this blend of a rich black tea, the citrus flavor of bergamot and floral bouquet of lavender. This is the perfect afternoon tea enlivening and calming in the same sip. Ingredients: Black tea, Lavender, cornflower petals, natural flavors
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Currant Affairs
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $7.50
Holiday Spice
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Karma Sutra Chai
Ready for some good karma? Full bodied tea enhances South Indian masala in this spicy sweet blend. The finish has cardamom notes peeking out from lively ginger. Superb with milk and sugar. Ingredients: Black tea, Ginger, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Black &White pepper, Clove, Nutmeg
- 2oz Pouch $8.50
Oh Lala Orange Oolong
The romance starts in 17th Century Italy with the discovery of a particularly fragrant type of Orange Blossom. After a botanist made the discovery, he decided to name the flower Neroli bigarade after Princess Nerola, the daughter of the local ruler where it was found. The princess was delighted and took to wearing a perfume created from the delicate white petals of the blossom. Some legends claim that the Princess and the botanist fell in love and were married
- 2oz Pouch $10.50
Royal Tea
A common misconception is that Orange Pekoe is a type of tea with an orange flavor, or that is somehow associated with the orange fruit. In fact, Orange Pekoe has nothing at all to do with the tea's flavor. Orange Pekoe is a classification of black tea based upon the origin of the leaf. To be classified as pekoe, the tea must be made purely of the new flushes – a flush being the leaf bud plucked with two youngest leaves. (Any other leaves produce teas of lower quality.). The finest teas transported by the Dutch East India Company throughout the 1600's were reserved for the Dutch Royal Family, the House of Orange, and so this finest Pekoe tea was promoted to the Dutch public as Orange Pekoe to suggest a royal warrant. Hence an Orange Pekoe is a top quality Pekoe tea
- 2oz Pouch $9.50
Shades of Grey
Earl Grey tea is a tea blend with a distinctive smoky flavor and aroma derived from the addition of oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot orange, a fragrant citrus fruit. According to they Grey family, a grateful Chinese mandarin presented the blend to the Earl in 1803. whose son was rescued from drowning by one of Lord Grey's men first presented the blend to the Earl in 1803. Lady Grey used it to entertain in London as a political hostess, and it proved so popular that she was asked if it could be sold to others, which is how Twinings came to market it as a brand. Ingredients: Organic Black Tea and Organic Oil of Bergamont
- 2oz Pouch $8.50
Vitali Tea
Vitali Tea – hibiscus and pomegranate tart and sweet formerly Men's Vitality. Ingredients: green tea, rosehip pieces, hibiscus petals, natural flavors
- 2oz Pouch $10.50
Intensi Tea
This tea originates in the Himalayas of India. This organic blend is classified as first flush meaning it was harvested during the first of four harvests in mid-March following spring rains. Being the first harvest creates a gentle, very light color, floral aroma, and mild astringency. Unlike most black teas the oxidation process is not complete for this tea so steeping for longer than 4 minutes is not suggested. Ingredients: Organic Darjeeling tea
- 2oz Pouch $8.50
Cafe Drinks
Astound Mint
- Cup $3.00
Bottled Water
$1.40Can Soda
$1.40Clari Tea
- Cup $3.00
Coffee
- Regular $3.00
Cold Reme Tea
- Cup $3.00
Currant Affaris
- Cup $3.00
Dreamsicle
- Cup $3.00
Excite Mint
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Festvi Tea
- Cup $3.00
Frui Tea
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Golden Apple Spice
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Holiday Spice
- Cup $3.00
Hospitali Tea
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Intensi Tea
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Karma Sutra Chai
- Cup $3.00
Laughing Buddha
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Longevi Tea
- Cup $3.00
Mango Tango
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Materni Tea
- Cup $3.00
Mo Tea Toe
- Cup $3.00
Nighty Night Tea
- Cup $3.00
Oh La La Orange Oolong
- Cup $3.00
Peace Garden
- Cup $3.00
Peachy King
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Pecco Peppermint
- Cup $3.00
Peppermint
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Prosperi Tea
- Cup $3.00
Pumpkin Chai
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Raspberry Romance
- Cups $3.00
Royal Tea
- Cup $3.00
Serni Tea
- Cup $3.00
Shades of Grey
- Cup $3.00
- Pot $5.00
Simplici Tea
- Cup $3.00
Vitali Tea
- Cup $3.00
Cafe Food
Black Bean Burger
with Avocado Spread
- Regular $7.75
Chicken Tortilla Soup
- Cup $3.99
- Bowl $5.99
Chips
$1.00Cilantro Hummus
$5.00
with Pita or Veggies
Classic Greek Salad
- Regular $6.00
Cookies
$1.00Grilled Wild Salmon Salad
$6.50
with Mustard Vinaigrette
Gyro Salad
- Regular $6.00
Gyro Sandwich
$5.99Ham & Swiss
$5.50Kid's Grilled Cheese
$3.00Kid's Pizza
$4.00
Options: Cheese, Sausage
Local, Naral Masoor Dal
- Cup $3.99
Mediterranean Cheese Spread
$5.25
with Grilled Pita
Mediterranean Chicken
$6.50Tomato Basil Flatbread
$6.00Turkey & Avocado Cream
$5.50Waterloo Boy
$5.99Catering
Antipasto Skewers
$40.00Beverage Add Ons
$1.00
Options: Soda, Water
Caprese Skewers
$35.00Catering Add Ons
- 5 Cookies $1.00
- Whole Fruit $5.00
Chicken Breast
$11.00Crudite with Dip
$40.00Crustless Mini Quiches
$30.00Deluxe Platter
$65.00Desserts
Options: Triple Chocolate cake, Apple Pie, 3 Cookies, Bread Pudding
- (per serving) $3.00
Fruit Tray
$45.00Half Sandwich and Soup
$10.00Mini Meat Balls
- 208 (1oz) $35.00
- 100 (1oz) $66.00
Shrimp Cocktail
$25.00Standard Platter
$42.00Gift Sets
Breakfast
- Muffins $3.00
- Quiche $4.00
Energy Gift Set
$20.00Floral Gift Set
$20.00Fruity Gift Set
$20.00Green Gift Set
$20.00Holiday Gift Set
$20.00Minty Gift Set
$20.00Relax Gift Set
$20.00Green Teas
Clari Tea
"It promotes such serenity that mundane cares fall away" – Tea Emperor Song. This tea is named for the shape of the tea leave "Mee" or "Mei" means eyebrow. These leaves are hand rolled and then pan fired requiring the work of a true artist. This process creates a fine jade color leaf and mellow yellowish brew. The taste is a full bodied delicate flavor with a mellow smokiness, finishing in a sweet tobacco or plum character. Prosperi tea- gold dragon jasmine
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Golden Apple Spice
Options: 2oz Pouch, Tin, Regular, Add Pita
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $10.50
Mango Tango
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.00
Peachy King
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Prosperi Tea
Premium gold dragon green jasmine. This tea is a particularly good jasmine hence the moniker Gold Dragon, (gold means wealth, prosperity, money and dragon means long life and strength). The jasmine tree comes into bloom only during May and June. The blossom only lasts for about 12 hours and only comes out at night after the sun goes down. About half way through the night the fragrance is at its peak and it is at this time the blossoms need to be picked and layered into the tea. By the morning most of the fragrance has disappeared from the blossom, but if done correctly, this heavenly scent has been transferred to the tea and captured in time. This process is carried out on 5 successive evenings to impart the superior flavor of specially selected tea and jasmine flowers. Ingredients: Organic Green tea, Organic Jasmine petals
- 2oz Pouch $11.50
Herbal Teas (Infusions)
Cold Reme Tea
A great tasting way to help fight colds, coughs and the occasional sore throught. You don't have to be sick to enjoy the taste of this soothing blend. Vitamin c, cough suppressant, digestive aide, Mulberry cools and drains liver and lungs, the leaf is goodfor diabetes by controlling blood sugar, thyme is an antiseptic good for cough and bronchitis, and Echancea boost your immune system. Steep 7 minutes, cover. Ingredients: ginger mint, thyme, echinacia, cranberry powder, hyssop, mulberry leaves, dried mulberry, peppermint
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Dreamsicle
Nostalgic cream and orange fruitiness. Ingredients: apple, rosehip orange pieces, hibiscus sunflower and safflower petals, natural flavors
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Excite Mint
This unique blend of mint and citrus is a great way to kick start your day. Our customers describe the drink as energizing and is one of our best sellers. Steep 5 minutes, cover. Ingredients: peppermint, lemongrass, echinacia, rosemary, orange peel, lemon peel
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Frui Tea
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Longevi Tea
Longevi Tea – enjoy a savory sage & lemongrass cup. "Sage as you age". A special blend made by request for a favorite customer looking for way to relieve arthritis pain. This blend is designed to assist with swelling and aches. The primary ingredient, sage, is know for it's antioxidant properties and to assist in promoting longevity. The marshmallow root, licorice and elderberry are said to relive swelling and most conditions that end in "itis". Steep 5 minutes, cover. Ingredients: Sage, elderberry, marshmallow root, licorice, lemongrass
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $7.00
Marterni Tea
A soothing blend for those expecting, for pelvic and intestinal health. Steep 3-5 minutes, cover. Mulberry great for reducing sugar concentration commonly known to cause abdominal pain, bloating, gas and certain bowel issues. Raspberry leaf, Every Woman's Herbal claims that raspberry leaf tea will enrich the mother's milk, especially during periods when the baby is going through a growth spurt. Continuing to consume raspberry leaf after the baby is 6 weeks old is not dangerous to the mother or the infant and may be beneficial. Rich in vitamin A, B-complex C, E. Raspberry tones the lower body organs and pelvic muscles, which helps to ease difficulties associated with uterine disorders and menstruation. Ingredients: Raspberry leaf, peppermint, chamomile
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Moe Tea Toe
Our expert tea designers threw the citrus into this blend… but it has a sweet touch without the sugary aftertaste. This mojito inspired tea is a party in a cup! Lemon flavor with a splash of mint. All that is missing is the umbrella. Steep 7 minutes. Ingredients: lemon peer, lemon grass, lemon balm, peppermint, stevia
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $7.50
Nighty Night Tea
Settle the tummy, the kids, or yourself with this artisan blend. Just the tea to make your little one feel loved, calm an upset tummy and sooth the mind, Nighty Night Tea practically tucks you into the bed. Steep 7 minues, cover. Ingredients: chamomile, lemon balm, catnip, peppermint, lemon grass, parsley
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Peppermint
This traditional favorite is grown in our back yard! Whether you need a quick non-caffeinated picker-upper or the soothing relief of menthol. This tea is just your cup
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $9.50
Raspberry Romance
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
Sereni Tea
A soothing blend to wind down a hectic day and calm the mind. Take before bedtime, but be sure to put your pajamas on first. This strong savory tea is a delicious way to wind down the day. Valerian, a main ingredient used in medicinal sedatives, provides a safe yet powerful way to help you get to bed and relax your muscles. Chamomile and hops are also known to provide additional sleeping benefits as well as relief from irritable bowel syndrome, nervous disorders, and pre menstrual syndrome. Steep 3-5 minutes, cover. Ingredients: Chamomile, lavender, valerian, hops, stevia
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $10.50
Simplici Tea
Pure chamomile – Pure Simplicity. One of the oldest and still popular herbal infusion, this chamomile was grown in our garden, dried and packaged just for you! Fresh from our herb garden, this small yellow flower provides great relief from stomach aches, nausea, cramps, burns, and has been known to help calm the nerves and to sleep. This daisy like plant has a faint apple taste and is great when served with honey or lemons. Steep 10-12 minutes, cover. Ingredients: Chamomile
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $12.50
Peace Garden
Settle back and imagine that the world is a garden of peace. Light, Aromatic, and Simple- its calming fragrance and taste is a great was to relieve the onset of headaches. Lavender is known to provide relief for anxiety, reduce fever, sore throat, wounds, and vomiting all while purifying the air and your body. The light spearmint compliments the lavender and calms the stomach. Steep 7 minutes, cover and get prepared to enter the, Peace Garden. Ingredients: spearmint, lavender
- 2oz Pouch $5.00
- Tin $8.50
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General Info
Cuisine
Vegetarian
Coffee Shop
Meals
Lunch
Hours
Monday:
-
Tuesday:
10:00am - 3:00pm
Wednesday:
10:00am - 3:00pm
Thursday:
10:00am - 3:00pm
Friday:
10:00am - 3:00pm
Saturday:
-
Sunday:
-
About Us
The Laughing Tree Café offers homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, coffees, delectable desserts, and a creative kids menu. Located inside the Waterloo Center for the Arts, the Café is especially convenient when visiting one of the Center's art galleries, attending a class/workshop, exploring the hands-on Phelps Youth Pavilion, or renting one of the Center's spaces for a meeting, family gathering, or special celebration. Stop by for lunch and enjoy the great flavors and creative surroundings of the Laughing Tree Café.