The Shade Tree at Old Town Helotes

I do not think this place exists anymore. We drove around and could not locate it. Old Town Helotes is a cute antiquing destination though!

They have sandwiches, burgers, salads and quesadillas. I went with friends for a weekday lunch so it wasn’t busy. The prices didn’t seem bad at all.
I had the Rooster w/​Avocado which was a grilled chicken sandwich with pepper jack cheese, grilled onions and avocado on a croissant with a side. The sides were chips (tostadas), pasta or potato salad, I decide on the potato salad. The sandwich and side was $ 6.95, not a bad deal.
My friends both wanted the tuna with a side of potato salad which was $ 4.95. They both said it was good BUT made with sweet pickles. I never buy tuna when out but I have a strong aversion to sweet pickles so I would want to know that.
The location was nestled under trees but if taking grandma or someone who has mobility impairment be warned there is loose gravel as ground covering and a few steep steps. There were many cute looking shops nearby but we didn’t have time.
Overall it was an okay sandwich but nothing I would go out of my way for unless I happen to be close by.

Hidden little gem in Helotes stumbled upon this place while going Antique shopping & am glad I did was a little reluctant to post a review since I would prefer to keep this place my little secret but I couldn’t resist these guys deserve praise the shrimp tacos are delicious hubby had a burger & it was awesome! Def will be coming back many times over happy to support small local rest. so glad we found this place!

The Shade Burger with ¹⁄₃ pound of Angus beef is so juicy and good it has me going two or three times a week!
The Chicken fajita Quesadilla, stuffed with three cheese blend, pico de gallo and chicken bites is a close second!
The beer and drinks are ice cold and delicious served on the patio under beautiful oak trees.
Prices are very reasonable and the staff is wonderful!