‘Tis the season for festive décor, duds, and drinks! We’re a little over a week away from Christmas Day, but there’s still time to indulge in these joyous holiday treats at some of our favorite restaurants and bars in Southwest Louisiana. Who can resist the feeling of nostalgia that comes in each bite of a Little Debbie Christmas Tree? Take a look at our list of restaurants incorporating these festive cakes and other holiday flavors into their cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages perfect to bring along while you enjoy the dazzling Christmas light display.
EGG NOG SHAKE AT
LULU'S SPECIALTY SNOCONES AND MORE
2735 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Lulu’s is known for mixing all of your favorite candies and cakes into their perfectly crafted snocones and snowshakes all year long. Their Eggnog Shake is sure to get you in the holiday spirit!
NUTCRACKER MACHIATTO AT
THE BUZZ COFFEE AND MORE
1530 E. McNeese St. Suite 8, Lake Charles, LA 70607
Fly on over to The Buzz for their cheerful winter menu offering delicious holiday drinks and treats sprinkled with Christmas magic. Their Nutcracker Macchiato is sure to take your taste buds on a deliciously sweet journey.
THE GRINCH'S HEART AT
PT'S SNOWBALLS COFFEE AND ICE CREAM
2405 Maplewood Drive, Sulphur, LA 70633
Your love for PT’s Snowballs is sure to grow three sizes once you’ve tried The Grinch’s Heart or another of their magical holiday drinks. Even the grouchiest grinch can’t resist their delicious choices.
CHRISTMAS CAKE AT
COFFEE:30 CAFE AND COFFEE:30 EXPRESS
127 W College St, Lake Charles, LA 70605 or 4720 Nelson Rd suite 110, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Be sure to stop by both Coffee:30 locations for their spin on holiday flavors like gingerbread, peppermint and eggnog. Don’t forget to try their version of Christmas Cake in the frappe form or warm and fluffy beignets only available in December!
SNOW ON THE BEACH (BODEGA'S VERSION) AT
BODEGA WINE DIVE
3505 Country Club Rd, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Bodega’s has crafted four holiday cocktails that are available until the end of the month. Swifties ensure that your midnights are merry by trying Snow on the Beach (Bodega’s Version).
SANTA'S OLD FASHION AT
THE MAX RESTAURANT AT THE NATIONAL
1400 National Drive, Westlake, LA 70699
Since The Max is on Santa’s nice list for their popular weekend brunch and bottomless mimosa’s, he gave the approval to add a few seasonal drinks including Santa’s Old Fashioned!
FRO COCOA AT THE TERRACE
1337 Country Club Road, Lake Charles, LA 70605
Plan your next adventure to The Terrace to try their lineup of holiday cocktails like the Fro Cocoa. Rumor has it, Addie and Terrance, the Lake Area Adventure elves on the shelf, are on the naughty list for adding a dash of excitement to each drink.
BAD SANTA AT THE DAIQUIRI SHACK
2451 Ryan St Lake Charles, LA 70601
In Southwest Louisiana we love our drive through daiquiri spots and Papa Noel is no different! Bad Santa, the fruit punch blend with a kick, will land you on the naughty list!
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