Aquatica Orlando Dining Options
Better food outside the park. Homemade Italian, 3 minutes away.
10% OFF — Show Your Aquatica Ticket — Any Day, Any Ticket Type
Your Best Dining Option Near Aquatica
The dining options inside Aquatica are limited and pricey. If you want a real sit-down dinner with homemade food, better portions, and better prices, Ciao Italia is waiting just 3 minutes from the park entrance.
We are a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been here since 1991. Everything is made fresh daily — pasta, sauces, bread, desserts. The menu has something for everyone: classic chicken parm, fettuccine alfredo, fresh seafood, homemade lasagna, and a kids menu that includes gelato.
Show your Aquatica ticket and your entire table gets 10% off dinner. Any ticket type qualifies. No coupon needed, no fine print.
- 3-minute drive from Aquatica Orlando
- 10% off dinner with any valid Aquatica ticket
- Kids menu $13, includes gelato dessert
- Homemade pasta, bread, and sauces daily
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome, open 7 nights a week
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
- Casual and welcoming, not stuffy or formal
Outside the Park, Into Something Better
The food inside any waterpark is what you would expect — expensive and forgettable. Step outside and drive 3 minutes to Ciao Italia, and you will find the opposite. Real Italian food, served at a real table, in a comfortable dining room with free parking.
Guests tell us all the time that dinner at Ciao Italia was the highlight of their Orlando trip. That is because we treat every table like family. The owner is here most nights. The servers know the menu inside out. The food speaks for itself.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters or garages.
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
Reservations
Book online through OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins always welcome.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom menus available.
Or book right here
About Dining Near Aquatica Orlando
A day at Aquatica Orlando means hours in the water, sunshine, and the kind of hunger that only comes from an active day outdoors. When the waterpark closes, families need a real meal, not a quick snack or another round of theme park food.
International Drive near Aquatica has no shortage of restaurants, but finding one that serves homemade food in a comfortable atmosphere takes local knowledge. The strip is heavy on chains and light on independent restaurants with real character.
Ciao Italia Ristorante has been the answer for thousands of Aquatica families since 1991. The Navarra family runs this Italian restaurant on Westwood Boulevard, 4 minutes from Aquatica the waterpark. Everything on the menu is made fresh daily, from the pasta dough to the desserts.
The restaurant is casual and family-friendly. No dress code, no attitude. Just good Italian food, a glass of wine or beer if you want one, and a comfortable place to sit down after a long day in the sun. Aquatica ticket holders save 10% on dinner.
Directions from Aquatica to Ciao Italia
Ciao Italia is located about 1 mile from Aquatica Orlando on Westwood Boulevard. The drive is roughly 4 minutes with no highway required. Head south on International Drive and turn onto Westwood. The restaurant is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd with free self-parking. It is one of the closest real sit-down restaurants to the waterpark.
More Questions About Dining Near Aquatica Orlando
Where do families eat after Aquatica Orlando?
Many Aquatica families head to Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard, about 4 minutes from the waterpark. The restaurant is casual and family-friendly with a kids menu that includes gelato for $13. Homemade Italian food, free parking, and no dress code.
What restaurants near Aquatica have free parking?
Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard offers free self-parking right in front of the restaurant. It is about 4 minutes from Aquatica and serves homemade Italian food nightly from 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Aquatica Orlando
The drive from Aquatica Orlando to Ciao Italia takes about 3 minutes. Head toward International Drive and continue to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, with free parking right in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dining options near Aquatica Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 3 minutes from Aquatica and serves homemade Italian food. It is one of the highest-rated restaurants near the waterpark with 4,000+ reviews.
Is the food better outside Aquatica than inside?
Many guests prefer dining outside the park for better quality and value. Ciao Italia serves everything made from scratch at reasonable prices.
Does Ciao Italia offer a discount for Aquatica visitors?
Yes. Show your Aquatica ticket and receive 10% off dinner for your entire table.
Is Ciao Italia kid-friendly?
Yes. Kids menu is $13 with gelato included. Casual atmosphere and highchairs available.
How close is Ciao Italia to Aquatica?
About 3 minutes by car, at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome. For groups of 6+ or weekends, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have outdoor seating for Aquatica visitors?
Ciao Italia has a comfortable indoor dining room. After a long day in the sun at Aquatica, most families appreciate the air-conditioned, relaxed setting.
Just 1 mile from Aquatica Orlando
3 minutes drive via International Drive — free parking at the door
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"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David K. — TripAdvisorBetter Dining Options Are 3 Minutes Away
Show your ticket. Bring the whole family. We will handle the rest.
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on International Drive since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.
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