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Laughing Tree Cafe & Teas
225 Commercial St
Waterloo, IA 50701
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Salads
Waldorf Chicken Salad
$6.00
chicken, apples, walnuts, creamy dressing
Chickpea Salad
$6.00
chunks of Chickpea, sweet & sour pickles, onion, dill, mustard blend with vegan mayo
vegan
Side Salad
$3.00
fresh mixed greens, tomato, onion, cucumber
Sandwiches
Waldorf Chicken Salad
$6.00
chicken, apples, walnuts, creamy dressing, bun
Turkey Avocado & Cream
$5.50
slices of turkey breast with a rich avocado spread, garnished with fresh mixed greens
Grown-Up Grilled Cheese
$5.50
pesto and provolone grilled with garlic butter on Wheat Berry bread
Chickpea Salad Sandwich
$6.00
our chickpea salad on bread
Cafe Drinks / Coffee
Soy / almond milk - $0.70, extra shot - $0.93.
Regular or Decaf
- S $2.25
- L $2.50
Flavored Latte
- S $3.80
- L $4.30
Special Latte
- S $4.25
- L $4.50
Americano
- S $2.00
- L $2.50
Chai Latte
- S $3.50
- L $3.75
Macchiato
- S $3.80
- L $4.30
Hot Chocolate
- S $3.50
- L $4.25
Tea- Iced or Hot
- S $2.75
- L $3.00
Cappuccino
- S $3.00
Nibbles, Etc
Hummus with Pita
Our house-made hummus. Choose from Traditional Hummus with chickpeas or our Black Bean Hummus with a hint of spice. Served with pita for dipping. Gluten Aware without pita; Vegan without pita
- Serves 12-15 $13.50
- Add Vegetables
- $5.00
Antipasto Skewers
Cheese tortellini, olives, pepperoni, and salami marinated and skewered for a generous cocktail nibble
- 24 Skewers - Serves 12-15 $33.50
Crudités with Dip^
Fresh vegetables with your choice of either ranch or sage aioli
vegetarian
- Serves 15-20 $16.50
Marinated Olives and Cheese^
An assortment of olives and cheese marinated with olive oil, fresh citrus and herbs - delightfully different
vegetarian
- Serves 15-20 $17.00
Shrimp Cocktail^
A generous mound of large shrimp served chilled with a zesty cocktail sauce
- Serves 12-15 $33.00
Roasted Carrots with Dukkah^
Seasoned roasted carrots served chilled with olive oil and dukkah, a fragrant North African toasted nut spice mix
vegan
- Serves 12-15 $9.50
Fruit Tray^
$25.00
An assortment of fresh seasonal fruits. Selection will vary
vegan
Quiche Squares - Spinach Herb
Small bites of house-made spinach quiche
vegetarian
- Half Pan (30 Pieces) - Serves 15-20 $25.00
Quiche Squares – Bacon
The perennial classic Quiche Lorraine
- Half Pan (30 Pieces) - Serves 15-20 $25.00
Sausage Cheese Biscuit Bites
Rosemary cheese sausage biscuit bites made from scratch. The perfect bite-size savory to pop into the mouth. The chef's favorite
- Serves 15-20 $16.00
Mini-Meatballs
Our own hand-rolled Italian-style, mini-meatballs. Cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce. BBQ Sauce available upon request
- Large (60 Meatballs) $53.00
- Extra Large (100 Meatballs) $88.00
Baked Goods
We love to bake! Our baked goods vary seasonally
Guinness Chocolate Cake with Bailey's Frosting
$3.25
The best of both worlds. Moist and delicious
Cuban Yellow Rum Cake with Rum Glaze
$2.00
A yellow cake spiked with white rum and finished with a sweet rum glaze
Cupcakes
$1.25
House-made cupcakes, available in three delicious flavors: chocolate, vanilla, or strawberry
Cookies
$1.00
Freshly-baked, choose from chocolate chip, shortbread, or monster. Gluten-free monster cookies are available for an additional charge
Fruit Crisp^
A house-made classic with a rich oatmeal crisp topping. Choose either Apple Rhubarb, or Apple Blueberry
vegan
- Half Pan (9-12 Portions) $25.00
- Full Pan (18-24 Portions) $50.00
Scones/Mini Scones
A tea-time classic, lightly sweet with a rich buttery texture. A wide variety of choices are available from our kitchen. Ask for a suggestion. Gluten-free is available for an additional charge
- Serves 12 $12.00
Entrées
Laughing Tree dinners come with an entree, salad, dinner roll, and a side dish. Minimum 8 portion orders
Roast Pork Loin^
Iowa pork, seasoned, roasted and basted with either a mango-ginger glaze, or an apple cider glaze
- (per person) $12.00
Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breast^
A 6 oz. chicken breast baked with a parmesan cheese crust
- (per person) $12.00
Baked Chicken^
A generous 6 oz. chicken breast baked and served with either an herb and mushroom sauce, or a vodka tomato sauce
- (per person) $12.00
Chicken Parmigiana
The Italian-American favorite, but without the heavy breading. Chicken cooked with marinara and Mozzarella cheese
- (per person) $12.00
Smoked Beef Brisket^
Slow-roasted and smoked beef brisket, moist and flavorful served with or without barbecue sauce
- (per person) $16.00
Lasagne
House-made lasagna, with a rich sausage filling or a vegetarian spinach filling, baked with lots of sauce and cheeses. Always a pleasing option
- (per person) $18.00
Baked Ziti
An Italian classic of baked pasta tubes in a rich tomato sauce with ricotta, mozzarella, and parmesan cheese. Simple but transcendent
vegetarian
- (per person) $11.50
Baked Polenta with Mushroom Marinara^
Corn meal polenta, topped with sautéed mushrooms, onions, rosemary, and marinara sauce. A traditional northern Italian classic
vegan
- (per person) $11.50
Sides
Roasted Rosemary Potatoes^
Oven roasted potatoes, seasoned with olive oil, rosemary, and garlic
vegan
- Half Pan (Serves 10-12) $28.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, rich, mashed potatoes with garlic
vegetarian
- Half Pan (Serves 10-12) $34.50
Green Beans with Mushrooms^
Green beans cooked with fresh sliced mushrooms
vegan
- Half Pan (Serves 12-15) $32.00
Corn Casserole
An Iowa classic with corn and cream
vegetarian
- Half Pan (Serves 12-15) $34.50
Confetti Rice^
Long-grain rice cooked with finely-diced sweet peppers and seasoned with herbs
vegan
- Half Pan (Serves 12-15) $15.00
Spanish Rice^
A Mexican classic from a family recipe. Colorful and flavorful
vegan
- Half Pan (Serves 12-15) $15.00
Specialty Dishes / Casual Menu
Pulled Pork Enchiladas
Slow-cooked pork wrapped in a flour tortilla and baked in our house-made enchilada sauce topped with cheese. Garnished with lettuce, sour cream, and pico de gallo. Served with Spanish Rice
- Half Pan Minimum – Serves 10 (per person) $8.50
Memphis Pulled Pork Sandwiches
Slow-cooked and dressed with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, served on a bun with coleslaw to garnish, and potato chips
- (per person) $4.00
Korean Barbecue Pulled Pork
Cooked slowly in our house-made Korean BBQ sauce, shredded and served on a Hawaiian bun with our pickled red onions, and potato chips. A signature dish
- (per person) $3.75
Box Lunches
Laughing Tree box lunch includes choice of sandwich or salad, fruit, chocolate chip cookie, and small water. For delivery or dine-in. Perfect for conferences, meetings
Turkey and Avocado
$14.00
Sliced turkey with house-made creamy avocado spread and lettuce on a light wheat bread
Chicken Waldorf Sandwich or Salad
$14.00
The classic crunch of a Waldorf salad with apple, celery, and walnuts with the added protein of oven-roasted chicken breast. Topped with lettuce and served on light wheat bread
Chickpea Sandwich or Salad
$14.00
Chickpeas, corn, onions, sweet red and green peppers and the tang of crunchy diced pickles. Available as a sandwich or salad. Gluten Aware as salad; Vegan as salad
Classic Chef Salad^
$14.00
An assortment of greens with slices of ham, turkey, and cheese, tomatoes and onions. Served with choice of dressing
Ham and Swiss
$14.00
Ham, Swiss cheese, lettuce and mayo on light wheat bread. Simple and simply delicious
Pesto & Provolone
$14.00
A cheese sandwich like no other. Provolone and basil pesto, with lettuce on wheat bread
vegetarian
Outside the Box Lunch Platter
A Platter of Assorted Sandwich Halves
(minimum of 10 halves) Served with chips (6) and cookies (6). Family-style sides and individual drinks are available
- Starting at $50.00
A la Carte
Additional Sandwiches $7 (each)
Coleslaw
$7.50Mixed Green Salad
$10.00Soda or Water
$1.00(6) Cookie Platter
$6.00(12) Cookie Platter
$12.00Breakfast
All breakfast offerings include coffee, tea, and water. Add juice for $1/person
Continental Breakfast
An assortment of pastries, mini-muffins, scones, sweet breads. Laughing Tree will work with you to meet your specific needs. Variety is the spice of life
- (per person) $5.00–$7.50
Hot Breakfast
10 person minimum. Choose from our delicious options. French Toast Bake, Sausage Patty; Scrambled Eggs, Sausage Patty, Hash Brown Casserole; Biscuits & Gravy, Hash Browns, Fruit Bowl
- (per person) $6.00
A la Carte (Breakfast)
Do you want something different? Laughing Tree can create a unique menu to suit your specific needs, please discuss the options that are available
French Toast Bake
A delicious, custardy baked french toast with cream cheese, blueberries, and served with a blueberry sauce and maple syrup
- Serves 12-15 $47.00
Scrambled Eggs^
Soft scrambled eggs, cooked fresh
- Serves 12-15 $18.00
- Add Cheese
- $5.00
Sausage Patty^
Lightly spiced breakfast sausage with a hint of sage
- Serves 12-15 $25.00
Fruit Bowl
A mix of seasonally available fruits
- Serves 12-15 $25.00
Hash Brown Casserole^
Hash brown potatoes, baked with onion and a bit of cheese. A great accompaniment to any breakfast
- Serves 12-15 $25.00
Biscuits and Gravy
An old-fashioned favorite, all house-made, including the biscuits
- Serves 12-15 $40.00
Laughing Tree Tea Party
Let us share our passion for tea with you by creating a special tea experience to celebrate any special occasion. Let's have a party! Bridal or Baby Shower, Club Meetings, Birthdays, Stress Relief/Relaxation, Gathering of Family or Friends, No reason at all
Simple & Sweet
Three teas and sweets. Select any three of our teas and then choose from either three of our delicious bite-size sweets or full-size scone with whipped cream and preserves. A perfect little casual tea
- (per person) $6.00
High Tea
Grab your fancy or fun hats and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea. This expanded tea offers teas and scones plus tea sandwiches and/or savories, and sweets
- (per person) $8.00
Tipsy Tea
That's right, a tea party with a little something extra! We'll serve up pineapple or orange mimosa along with your tea, for an extra special celebration. We recommend a mix of three sweets and savories to accompany your mimosas and tea
- (per person) $9.00
Tea Education Party
Want to learn about the many facets of tea; history and traditions, the myriad varieties, and how to brew or serve teas? Laughing Tree can educate and inform your group on all manner of things related to tea as you sample and enjoy. A great presentation for a group, and a fun way to learn a variety of teas
- (per person) $6.00–$8.00
Laughing Yoga Tea Party
Boost your health and well-being while engaging in an interactive, joyful experience. Lead by Eliz Guyer, the Laughing Yoga Class is a fun way to relax and build camaraderie. No special clothing or skills required and the activity is suited for all health abilities. It includes a warm-up, laughter & breathing exercises, followed by a brief relaxation session. This session includes three types of iced tea and treats
- (per person) $6.00–$8.00
Sweets
Selection will vary
Sweet Breads
Brownies
Cupcakes
Traditional Tea Breads
Blondies
Cookies
Assorted Tartlets
Cakes
Bars
Scones
We serve a slightly less sweet European style scone. A partial list of Scones that may be available includes
Plain Scone with Jam
Mixed Fruit
Irish Rock Bun
Raisin
Almond
Oatmeal Cinnamon
Cranberry Orange
Savories
Tea sandwiches include Ham and Cheese, Provolone and Pesto, Turkey Avocado, Cheddar and Chutney, Chicken Waldorf, Hummus and Cucumber, plus other seasonal selections
Tea Sandwiches
Biscuit Bites
Quiche
Cucumber Cups
Catering for Conferences and Meetings
Laughing Tree can provide a variety of meals, snacks, treats, nibbles and beverages to keep things going, and keep attendees happy. We cater both on-site and off-site, for meetings and conferences large and small. Please call to discuss your needs
Coffee Break
Donuts and Pastries
Coffee
Tea
Iced Tea
Water
Soda
Granola Bars
Cookies
Snack Cakes, Etc
Mid-Morning Snack
Yogurt
Popcorn
Fruit in Hand
Apples, Oranges, Bananas
Sweet Breads or Bars
Beverage Assortment
Lunch
Outside-The-Box Lunch Platters
Traditional Sandwiches
Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Aware Choices
Casual Hot Sandwiches
Cocktail Nibbles
Hot and Cold Hors d'Oeuvre
Savories
Assorted Dips and Spreads
Cheese Boards
Charcuterie, Etc
^Gluten Aware
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General Info
Cuisine
Coffee Shop
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
Laughing Tree Tea is a small family owned and operated business. We are passionate about providing the Cedar Falls, Waterloo and surrounding areas with an assortment of Iowa grown: Artisan Teas, Herb Plants, Edible Flowers. Each of the Artesian teas are crafted specifically for their medicinal benefits and for their delicious tastes.. Every blend of tea is exceptionally distinct from the other and is freshly procured from locally grown plants such as: Chamomile, Basil, Borage, Cilantro, Thyme, Mint, Oregano, Rosemary, Sage, Tarragon, Stevia, Peppermint, Dandelion, Dianthus, Violets, Echinacea and Salvia.