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Sip in the South Pole at Lala’s new location

Sleigh all year at the Christmas bar’s new spot in south Austin.

August 12, 2024 • 
Morgan O’Neal
An array of six colorful cocktails displayed on a polished bar top, each in a different style of glass. The background features a well-stocked bar adorned with festive Christmas lights. A digital countdown clock is visible above the bar.

Taste the flavors of the holidays without having to wait until December.

Photo by Madison Richards Photography

Year-round Christmas bar Lala’s Little Nugget has been a North Austin landmark since 1972. Now, the team is spreading the cheer to south Austin with a new location opening at 3008 Davis Lane, Ste. #101 on Tuesday, Aug. 13.

Lala’s South Pole will induce familiar feelings for fans of the Brentwood location — the new spot will feature the same countdown to Christmas above the bar, green and red decor throughout, and a dive bar feel.

A festive bar interior decorated with lush green garlands and colorful Christmas lights. The bar has a warm, cozy atmosphere with red and green upholstered bar stools lined up along a polished wooden counter. Above the bar, a large digital countdown clock is displayed, and a neon sign reading 'Lala’s' is illuminated on the wood-paneled wall. The ceiling features exposed wooden beams adorned with string lights and a rustic chandelier, contributing to the holiday ambiance.

Here’s where you’ll sit to order your Santa’s Little Helper or Yule Shoot Your Chai Out.

Photo by Madison Richards Photography

What’s new? Expect festive specialty cocktails like the Gin-gle n’ Juice, South Pole Sour, and X-Mas in July, as well as a new location of Brooklyn Pie Co.

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