Aquatica Orlando · International Drive
Is Aquatica All Day Dining Worth It?
0.5 mi from Aquatica Orlando • Authentic Italian since 1991
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Aquatica Orlando · International Drive
0.5 mi from Aquatica Orlando • Authentic Italian since 1991
Our Story
When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.
More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive, 0.5 mi from Aquatica Orlando.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Aquatica Dining Guide
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821). Established in 1991 by the Navarra family. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away, Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes), and Epic Universe (10 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Is Aquatica All Day Dining Worth It? Skip it — try Ciao Italia instead. Adjacent to Aquatica. Family-owned Italian since 1991. Handmade pasta & seafood.
No coupon. No app. No promo code. Just show your ticket.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. 3 minutes from Aquatica.
Is the Aquatica all day dining plan worth it? Here is the honest take. If you are spending a full day at the water park and plan to eat lunch and snacks inside, the dining plan can save you money compared to paying per meal. It covers counter-service items and you can go back for seconds. For a long park day with kids, it makes sense. But for dinner? The dining plan food is the same thing you ate for lunch. If you want a real dinner after Aquatica, Ciao Italia is 3 minutes away. Handmade Italian food, a real sit-down experience, and a $13 kids menu with gelato. Show your Aquatica ticket and save 10% on dinner for the whole table. Use the plan during the day. Come to us at night.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story
Private Dining & Group Events
Celebrate at Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned since 1991 on International Drive in Orlando. From corporate dinners and family celebrations to special occasions, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and flexible spaces tailored to your event.
All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.
Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.
What Guests Say
"Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service. This place is an absolute gem."
— Maria S. — Google"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit. Already planning our next trip back."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google"Went after a long day at the park and it was the perfect ending. Pasta was incredible, wine list was great, and the atmosphere was exactly what we needed."
— James T. — OpenTable
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Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 4 minutes from Aquatica. Everything is made from scratch, the atmosphere is relaxed, and it is a genuine sit-down restaurant rather than a chain or fast-food spot. Aquatica ticket holders get 10% off dinner.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante offers 10% off dinner when you show a valid Aquatica ticket or pass. The discount applies to eligible food. Alcohol excluded. No app or coupon required. The restaurant is about 4 minutes from the waterpark at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
For lunch and snacks during a full park day, yes. For dinner, Ciao Italia is 3 minutes away with significantly better food at similar prices. Show your ticket for 10% off.
The Aquatica dining plan works only inside the park during operating hours. For dinner after the park, Ciao Italia is 4 minutes away with handmade Italian food.
About 3 minutes by car at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Yes. $13 per child, includes an entree and gelato for dessert.
Casual and family-friendly. No dress code. Come as you are from the park. Highchairs available for little ones.
Ciao Italia is about a 5-minute drive from Aquatica Orlando. Free parking is available in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
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Real Italian food, 0.5 mi from Aquatica Orlando. Family-owned since 1991.
