What should I order at Tertulia?
Tertulia
Rodízio
Frequently praised as an excellent value for the price, with good meat quality, attentive service, and the option to choose between different skewer service levels.
Buffet
Recommended for its wide variety of salads, typical gaúcha foods, and overall complete selection that complements the rodízio well.
Churrasco
Mentioned positively for having very good meat, with the barbecue served in a satisfying way and the option to request meat cooked rare or well done.
Cupim
Specifically noted as an extra item in the complete rodízio, helping distinguish the more complete meat selection.
Picanha com Queijo
Mentioned as one of the special additions in the complete rodízio, adding variety to the meat offerings.
Queijo Assado
Recommended as part of the complete rodízio’s extra selections, contributing to the variety beyond the standard meats.
Location details
R. Pinto Bandeira, 22, Santa Maria, State of Rio Grande do Sul, 97050-610, BR
Open in Google MapsHours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 2 PM, 7:15 to 11 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 2:30 PM |
About Tertulia
Tertulia is a barbecue, Brazilian, and buffet restaurant in Santa Maria, State of Rio Grande do Sul. Reviewers consistently praise the rodízio and buffet, especially the steady skewer service, well-cooked beef, and varied salad and gaucho-style food options. The restaurant is described as casual, cozy, and quiet, with table service and reservations accepted. It is used for lunch and dinner, and reviewers often mention good value for the price.
Amenities & services
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- All you can eat
- Beer
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Restroom
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cozy
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
- Tourists
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Alelo
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
- Ticket Restaurant
- Credit cards
Children
- Good for kids
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Usually plenty of parking
Frequently asked questions
What is Tertulia known for?
Tertulia is best known for its rodízio, or all-you-can-eat skewer service, paired with a buffet that includes salads and typical gaúcha dishes. Reviews repeatedly mention the constant skewer rotation and beef cooked to order, which is a big part of why people recommend it.
What dishes are most recommended at Tertulia?
The most recommended items are the rodízio, the buffet, and the mini skewer or complete skewer options. Reviewers also call out the beef, picanha, picanha com queijo, cupim, and queijo assado as the items that make the fuller rodízio stand out.
What is the atmosphere like at Tertulia?
The atmosphere is described as casual, cozy, quiet, and trendy, with a familiar feel and attentive service. It seems to suit groups and solo diners, since reviews mention family-friendly comfort as well as people dining alone on the skewer service.
Is Tertulia good value, and what is the price range?
Yes, reviewers often describe Tertulia as having good value, and the listed price range is R$40–80. Recent review examples mention rodízio at R$69, buffet at R$59, and mini or complete skewer options around R$35 and R$45, with comments that the price is fair for what is offered.
What should I know about the dinner service at Tertulia?
One review says dinner starts at 19:15, so it is worth planning around that opening time. The same review also notes that the skewer service keeps coming to the table, which matches the restaurant’s all-you-can-eat format.
Is parking available at Tertulia?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.
Is Tertulia kid-friendly?
Yes, Tertulia is good for kids.
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