Shade Tree Cafe
A welcoming place in Broussard where delicious food, meaningful work, and community come together.
Food With Purpose
At DREAMS Shade Tree Cafe, we serve fresh, homemade comfort food with a purpose. From our famous meat pies to burgers, chicken sandwiches, and hearty meatball subs, every meal is prepared with care and served by our incredible team.
When you eat at Shade Tree Cafe, you’re not just enjoying a delicious meal—you’re helping create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with unique abilities.
Lunch: Tuesday–Friday
More Than a Cafe
Shade Tree Cafe is part of Dreams Foundation of Acadiana, a nonprofit dedicated to helping exceptional people find purpose. Our café provides individuals with opportunities to: Learn valuable job skills, build confidence and independence, work alongside friends and teammates, Serve their community, discover their unique abilities. Every plate served helps create a bigger purpose.
A Place to Gather
Located in a beautiful historic home surrounded by big oak trees, Shade Tree Cafe is more than somewhere to grab lunch. It’s a place to slow down, enjoy good food, meet friends, and experience the heart of Acadiana.
Your Meal Makes a Difference
Every meal purchased helps DREAMS create opportunities, build independence, and help exceptional people find purpose.
Come eat with us. Come be part of the Dream