If you've been to Lala's Little Nugget you know what to expect here, except... Imagine Lala's feels like a chill, comfy neighborhood bar where you can actually enjoy yourself, and the ambiance, and have a conversation with whoever you came with, instead of a tourist clogged beehive? Because BOOM that's Lala's South Pole. I'm not even a big Christmas person, and I am smitten. Charming, quite, festive. It feels like a hidden gem. I probably shouldn't be reviewing it so it can stay that way, but no one like a gatekeeper. Also, absolute baller pizza from Brooklyn Pie Co. I had to really talk myself down from going back the next night just for more pizza. The service is... well what you would expect from a "trendy" Austin dive bar, as in... None, but that's part of the charm kind of? I've actually tried a lot of new pizza places lately and this is what stands out in my mind. Drinks wise? It's a bar. They serve you alcohol. Nothing special, but nothing wrong with it either. read more

We popped into Lala's for happy hour and to escape the heat. This is such a festive little spot with fun theme drinks and nice bartenders. I love the countdown to Christmas! read more

Lala’s South Pole - Cute wallpaper in the bathroom - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

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I've been to Lala's Little Nugget a whole bunch of times but never to this location. We were there for Nickel City's holiday party (yes, in February) & had a fab time. They've got a huge back outdoor patio as well as a front patio. Brooklyn Pie Co. is set up inside to take care of your food needs. For those that don't know, Lala's South Pole (& Little Nugget) are year-round holiday bars. While Little Nugget really goes all out, South Pole isn't too shabby at all. Great decor, wonderfully curated holiday cocktails and mocktails, beers, spirits, and more. Super service. This is a place where there's no way you could ever feel sad or down and out because it's just pumpkin' with happy holiday vibes. read more

Met a few friends here last night and it didn't disappoint. It's located in a small shopping plaza. Parking is limited, but there is street parking available in the nearby neighborhood. There's both an indoor and outdoor bar. Inside has plenty of high-top tables. Outside is open, well-lit, and relaxed, with picnic tables and four-top tables. The chairs were such a fun, nostalgic touch--red and green woven lawn chairs that brought back memories. There's one TV outside. It started with a football game and later switched to a fake fireplace, which was a nice touch. Fun interior details too--I loved the leg lamp inside (wish I had remembered to wear my leg lamp earrings!). @roxieandlouise Brooklyn Pie Company pizza is available and was very popular--everything coming out looked great. I'll definitely be back, especially since I live so close. Can't believe it took me this long to check this place out! read more

Lala’s South Pole - My friend snapped this and captures the vibe of LaLa's - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

I've enjoyed both visits to Lala's South Pole! Of course it's a Christmas bar year round, but we were able to visit when they were doing a Halloween pop-up as well. They had special drinks with Halloween themes. We tried three different cocktails from the specialized menu and we enjoyed all of them. The bartenders were nice and quick to serve. I'm sure we'll be back soon. Not to mention they have a great pizza spot too with GIANT slices! read more

Lala's South Pole was great, especially right before Christmas! It did get pretty packed on a Friday night, so glad we got there relatively early. Parking is in a big lot shared by a shopping center so we were able to get a spot. Once we got in, we waited for a table and finally caught one that someone was leaving. After a couple hours there were so many people that we would have never found a table inside. Got drinks and pizza. Pizza was absolutely huge and melty, drinks were a bit pricy but we really enjoyed the tequila holiday one. Ambiance is WHY YOU GO - loved the decor and the pictures on the walls and the Christmas countdown clock and even the bathroom was in theme. Thank you Lala's for being the most festive bar around! read more

Lala’s South Pole - The Christmas vibes are great here! - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

My friends and I came here for some holiday fun. I can't believe I've missed this bar and have driven by so many times and never saw it. It's in a small strip of businesses and an awesome neighborhood bar. I'll be back even after the holidays. The drinks were a bit pricy but good. The presentation of the espresso martini was spot on. I switched to regular vodka soda after this because of the caffeine and it was less. So maybe the specialty cocktails are more than a basic one. Anyway it was a great bar and right on Davis Lane. Come check it out. read more

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As always, a fun Christmas wonderland to visit year-round, but this time down South! Happy to have come across this newer location when yelping the original up North. Great decor, and a good amount of seatings. Cocktail choices are rather simple, such as the South Pole Sour being exactly that...a Whiskey (Bourbon) Sour. Pro Tip: Head over to this location for pizza, while enjoying a holiday feel. read more

Lala’s South Pole - South Pole Sour - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

South side Austin has a reason to celebrate all things winter and Christmas any time it wants to now with the arrival of the cutest and grandest Lala's South Pole! I am super excited to have the nostalgic bar super close to me and my home. Just as the original spot off of Justin Lane this spot has all the coolest and best 1980's Christmas decor here from ceiling to floor. Check out all of the neon signs behind the bar as there are references to some awesome Christmas movies. Also - there is a leg lamp too in the corner of the seating area near the (maybe it's fake?) fireplace. My favorite piece of decor are the postcards and pictures on the bar top and tables. Definitely reminds me of my grandparents and makes me miss them so much. Patio vibes outside are fun too especially now that the weather has cooled down. Plenty of picnic tables to takeover with your friends and hang. With Brooklyn's Pizza next door there is really no excuse to not come here to eat and drink with your friends. There is an ordering window inside to the right of the bar where you can grab a menu and place your order. I recommend the pizza rolls and some garlic knots if you want to keep it light and/or sharable with others. Pricing for cocktails vary especially if you want the themed offerings they have here which come in super cute glassware like Santa heads and Reindeer themed glasses. Check out their local offerings of their draft beer too! They have plenty of variety of beers for anyone who wants an IPA to pilsner or Lonestar. Parking is easy peasy here as they have their own lot and plenty of parking spots. read more

Lala’s South Pole - Corner cozy spot with a touch of Christmas Story decor - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

draft beer was poured into glasses directly from the dishwasher = warm beer. pizza is overpriced and completely mediocre. wont be back. read more

The Italian sub is one of my favorites there! The back of the bar is serene and full of trees. I always love sitting back there and reading while I have a beer service is always great because they tend to walk around and check on you throughout your time there! read more

I'm up in Cedar Park. Had a chance to check it out. It's pretty dope. Backyard patio is pretty nice lots of picnic tables to hang around and talk with your friends. Food wasn't that bad honestly pizza bar food, but definitely a cool spot.. read more

Best Espresso Martini in South Austin! Lala's may be known for its year-round Christmas vibes, but their espresso martini is the real gift! Perfectly balanced--smooth, rich, and just the right kick of espresso and sweetness. It's easily one of the best I've had. The bartenders are fantastic, super friendly, and know how to make a great drink. Whether you're here for the festive atmosphere or just a killer cocktail, Lala's never disappoints. Can't wait to come back! read more

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I love Lala's a LOT. The vibe has been so mellow every visit. It is chill like a dive bar, but without the pesky health and safety issues. The staff are great even if you aren't a regular. The porch is lovely, with a brilliant view of the meadow and Christmas trees out back. Thanks for being very awesome, Lala's South Pole read more

We stopped at Lala's South Pole randomly on a Sunday and had a blast. Didn't stay long but we were able to get two seats at the bar. They're selling Brooklyn Pie pizza here which is cool, and they have cute merch. Excited to come back with friends! Bartenders were friendly, too. read more

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Lala's south Pole is a very cute bar that's new to south Austin; they have a north Austin location (Lala's little nugget) as well. I really enjoyed my visit -- solid 4.5 stars! Like other reviewers mentioned, it's a very welcome addition to the area since there really aren't a lot of other bars in South Austin in general, and certainly not in the immediate area where it is now located (nor any other Christmas themed ones!). The first thing I noted on arriving was how attentive the staff are - there were multiple servers and bartenders who came by our table and asked if we needed anything with a smile, and a readiness to answer questions. They were very quick with getting the drinks prepared as well, and bringing the bill when we were ready. The menu itself isn't very long, there were only six drinks, but the staff did tell us that they function as a full bar and can make pretty much any of the classic drinks that you might want. I think it would be great if they had an explicit menu with some of these options listed as well to give folks an idea of what they can order, or maybe a list of other drinks that might be up-and-coming~? But that's a very small critique. The other thing I did note is that while the decor inside is very cute and festive, it does seem to be a little bit lighter than what the other location up north has (Lala's little nugget). I also recall the North location had a pool table and maybe foosball? - I think adding some little things like that would really make this place a TOTAL knockout! That said, the interior is very inviting and warm. I went on a Tuesday night at the end of August, and noticed that there was almost no seating available inside because it was so busy! I think that's great, and testament to the fact that a lot of people living in the area are very open to spaces like this, and I think if they could add more seating inside, that would be ideal! They do have some seating outside as well, though which I thought was cute; over the coming months as it starts getting cooler, that's gonna be a great area to hang out with a drink. And something else I think that's really great, is that they serve food here as well. I didn't try any, but I saw that there was a counter available for ordering, and I saw pizza boxes. I'm sure they have at least that kind of food. And on a separate note, The bathrooms are very clean!! My and my friends really enjoyed our visit here. We will definitely be back periodically, especially as it gets cooler since it's such a convenient little area to hang out. And Something I also asked about while there was about a happy hour; the waitress said that they are working on that and probably going to roll one out soon. I would absolutely recommend this bar to anyone, it's super cute! read more

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Great place loved it ambience. You get what you expect. Great place to build some memories with friends. read more

Love the vibe but would also love some higher quality wine. The pizza is super yum too cheers!

It's a knock off from the OG place up north Austin but it's ok. Ok being the best part. Decorations not that great. Wall paper the only cool thing about the bathrooms and the staff are mediocre at best when they are actually happy and didn't hate their lives. Pizza was ok but I only got the pepperoni. Drinks were ok. A little overpriced but what isn't in Austin. Overall we had an ok time. Christmas spirit could have been way better like the other Lala's. read more

Lala’s South Pole - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

Small little bar with great food! Girls night was a bit more fun at this festive dive bar. Specialty drinks were good. You order food through a window inside the bar & everything we tried was outstanding! The bartender even went out of his way to play photographer for our mini photo shoot. Parking is ample as most businesses in the strip mall aren't open past 5. Can't wait to go back for more fun! read more

Lala’s South Pole - Fun celling decor! - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Save yourself the time and money and check out one of the other local south Austin bars!!!!! Or if you're in the mood for a holiday theme, check one of the other amazing Christmas themed bars around Austin right now!! As a small business owner, there is nothing I hate more than writing a negative review, but the experience I had at LaLa's South Pole warrants it. Not only was the manager incredibly disrespectful but also highly discriminatory and condescending to a patron who had a disability. It is truly a shame and sad to see. As a local, I had hoped when I heard a bar was moving into this location, that we would have a great local bar with wonderful staff and solid drinks, but LaLa's is just a basic, knock off bar from the original up north, with overpriced drinks that are mediocre at best. And while I would not rank LaLa's South Pole even in the top 5 of bars with holiday themes in Austin this month, that alone alone wouldn't warrant a 1 star review. But couple that with the ignorance, and disrespect from the staff, I couldn't just let it slide. read more

Appreciate Cameron and Maddie for everything. This bar has a lot of potential. Once the holidays hit I'm sure it'll be poppin' even more here! Not as bad as everyone else makes it out to be. read more

Lala’s South Pole - Appreciate Cameron and Maddie for everything. This bar had a lot of potential. Once the holidays hit I'm sure it'll be poppin' here! - Beer Bar Near Me - Austin, Texas

Lala's South Pole is a cute place and has a good use of outdoor space, but there's a missed opportunity for an actual Christmas tree set-up. Appreciated the leg lamp and other holiday decor though. Really enjoyed the full kitchen option that Brooklyn Pie provides vs a food truck. Their pizza is delicious. The drinks were tasty but when I asked to order a regular espresso martini instead of their specialty peppermint version, they told me they didn't have the ingredients to make that. Hmmm...The waiters also came by to ask if we needed any drinks when our drinks were still full, which is better than being ignored, but also almost felt like they were rushing us to finish our drinks. Very cute spot though and will come again. read more

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Do you know who drinks milk/cream? Santa Clause. Santa F.N. Clause. Do you know what you won't be drinking at Lala's? A White Russian. That old Miser Scrooge in the back or the bartender has decided milk products are a " pain in the ass " because they "go bad." So, Hey, Careful man. You're going to have to order some cloying Mariah Carey level made up synthetic xmas martini if you want to get jolly. Bob Cratchit has a better chance of getting another coal for his fire than you have of getting a White Russian. Otherwise the place and bar staff were nice, with good food available from Brooklyn Pie. Those 3 stars are rounded up from 2.5. read more

Fun place to grab a drink in an area that was previously lacking anything similar. The Christmas-themed / ski chalet decor instantly transports you to another world when you step through the door. They even have a big Christmas countdown clock behind the bar. Bartenders are friendly and service is quick. Will definitely be back again! read more

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The atmosphere is fantastic and the drinks were great. But the service was terrible. They checked our IDs at the door and that guy was nice. But after we sat down no one helped us. Finally my partner was able to get up to the bar after some seats cleared but it still took a while to get their attention. Of someone came to ask if we needed anything once he left for the bar. When he went to order drinks again they just ignored him so we left. They have so many tables but no way to actually order drinks or get anyone's attention. Maybe it will be better next time. read more

$15 drinks is obscene in a neighborhood bar in south Austin. That's what they cost at speakeasies downtown. They're going to price out the neighborhood after all the one time visitor instagram crowd dries up. Staff is real nice and the bar is a simple strip center bar. Hopefully they recognize they're not even close to the correct pricing for the area. All my friends and neighbors were so pumped to have the new spot but everyone said after $100 visit that it's back to the manchaca bars for reasonable prices. No need to give them a bad star count, just notifying folks of the price points to expect. read more

Cool atmosphere, the bartenders were very friendly. I love the original location but it was a far drive from south Austin, it's rad they have this location down south. Also grabbed some wings from the attached Brooklyn Pie, very tasty. Will for sure be coming here again! read more

Kind staff and some unique and tasty mixed drinks offered. The pizza place within the bar was convenient and also tasty.

The service was great and the ambiance fun (though not as over the top as I had hoped. We had some calzones which were good and my friend recommended the chicken tenders. Go try it for yourself! read more

Great Place and beautiful decor, but who is the best is our main man Jamie. We had some expectations but f$&@, this guy exceeded every single experience/expectation we've had. Booze is booze but experiences last for a life time, I will forever be HIS customer!!!... Keep it up! read more