With more than 150 meters and 44 floors, a new skyscraper will be built after a traditional restaurant is demolished in Itapema, SC.

Written by Andriely Medeiros de Araújo

Published on 16/04/2026 at 01:03

Updated on 02/05/2026 at 16:04

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The traditional restaurant in Itapema is replaced by a 44-story skyscraper, reflecting real estate growth and verticalization.

One of the well-known spots in Meia Praia, in Itapema, has begun to disappear to make space for a new high-end skyscraper. The traditional restaurant that operated on the site is being deactivated and will have its structure replaced by a 44-story residential building. The change is taking place in one of the most valued areas in the country and reinforces the advancement of the real estate sector in the city.

The skyscraper will have a high standard in place of the restaurant

Previously occupied by a very popular restaurant, the land is now undergoing a transition process. The removal of equipment and the vacating of the space are already in progress.

According to information related to the project, this stage is still the responsibility of the former owner. Meanwhile, the skyscraper project is being developed by the construction company that acquired the area.

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The restaurant was a fixture in the routine of residents

The space that is being deactivated was known for offering a variety of meals, including buffet, seafood, and pizza rodízio. Over the years, it became a meeting point for residents and visitors.

In online reviews, the restaurant received frequent praise. One customer highlighted: “Top! Top service, top food, top pizza! It’s worth going from Balneário Camboriú to Meia Praia just to eat good food at Restaurante e Pizzaria Galleassi.”

The change at the location generated reactions among residents on social media. Many highlighted the importance of the restaurant in the city’s history.

One comment caught attention: “The place where I had lunch on my first day when I arrived in Itapema. A lot of people will definitely miss it! Will they reopen somewhere else? I hope so! It would be really cool if they kept the restaurant there and built the building on top.” These expressions show the emotional bond created over time.

The skyscraper follows the appreciation of the square meter

The replacement of the restaurant by a skyscraper is directly linked to the value of the land. Itapema ranks among the cities with the highest square meter prices in Brazil.

Therefore, well-located areas tend to be utilized with higher density and financial return projects. Thus, vertical growth intensifies.

The advancement of new skyscrapers has rapidly changed the landscape of Itapema. Shorter buildings are being replaced by modern residential towers.

This movement accompanies the demand for high-end properties. Furthermore, it reflects the growing interest of investors in the region.

The change symbolizes a moment of transition. On one side, the restaurant that marked the routine of many residents; on the other, a skyscraper that represents the future of the city.

With information from ND Mais

With more than 150 meters and 44 floors, a new skyscraper will be built after a traditional restaurant is demolished in Itapema, SC.

The traditional restaurant in Itapema is replaced by a 44-story skyscraper, reflecting real estate growth and verticalization.

The skyscraper will have a high standard in place of the restaurant

The restaurant was a fixture in the routine of residents

The skyscraper follows the appreciation of the square meter

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