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Restaurant in Contagem, Minas Gerais
What should I order at Restaurante Cantina Paulista?
What to order
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Caldos
Frequently praised as delicious, well-seasoned, warm, and a highlight of the buffet and caldo rodízio experiences.
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Carnes
Mentioned multiple times as a strong point, with a good variety of meats, including different cuts from the churrasqueira, and described as tasty and high quality.
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Mingau De Milho Verde
Specifically called out as excellent and the best item among the caldo buffet options.
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Pizzas
Recommended for the variety offered in the all-you-can-eat setting and included among the foods people enjoyed at celebrations.
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Drinks
Praised as delicious in the reviews, especially alongside the restaurant’s celebration-friendly atmosphere.
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Sucos
Mentioned as delicious and part of the positive dining experience during special occasions.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 3 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 12 AM |
About Restaurante Cantina Paulista
Restaurante Cantina Paulista is a Brazilian restaurant, barbecue restaurant, buffet restaurant, and pizza restaurant in Contagem, Minas Gerais. Reviewers consistently praise the all-you-can-eat setup, especially the barbecue, fresh and warm buffet items, and the live Brazilian music. People also mention the place as a good fit for group meals and celebrations, with attentive service and a casual, organized setting. The price range listed is R$20–120, and reviews often describe it as good value for the amount of food offered.
Amenities
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Live music
- Sports
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
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Happy hour drinks
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Quiet
- Trendy
Crowd
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Alelo
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- Meal coupons
- NFC mobile payments
- Pluxee
- Ticket Restaurant
- VR
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- Has changing table(s)
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Frequently asked
What is Restaurante Cantina Paulista known for?
It is best known for its all-you-can-eat barbecue and buffet, with reviewers repeatedly noting fresh, warm food and the chance to eat as much as they want. The live Brazilian music is also a major part of the experience, especially for group outings and celebrations.
What dishes are most recommended at Restaurante Cantina Paulista?
Reviewers highlight the barbecue meats, the pizza, and the caldo buffet, including the milho verde porridge and other well-seasoned soups. Several comments also mention drinks and juices as a strong part of the meal.
What is the atmosphere like at Restaurante Cantina Paulista?
The atmosphere is described as casual, quiet, and trendy, with a spacious, clean dining room, many tables, and televisions. It seems especially suited to groups and celebrations, since reviews mention birthday parties, family gatherings, and friends eating together while music plays.
Is Restaurante Cantina Paulista good value?
Yes, many reviews call it very affordable for an all-you-can-eat meal, and one recent comment mentioned R$39,90 on Sunday for the self-service option. Guests frequently say the food quality, variety, and attentive service make the price feel worth it.
When is the best time to visit Restaurante Cantina Paulista?
Reviewers say the restaurant opens early and keeps the buffet renewed and warm even later in the afternoon, which makes lunch a good time to visit. It is also a popular spot for weekend rodízio and for celebrations, so arriving earlier can help if you want a calmer meal.
Is parking available at Restaurante Cantina Paulista?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking is available.
Is Restaurante Cantina Paulista kid-friendly?
Yes, Restaurante Cantina Paulista is good for kids.
