
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
Near Aquatica
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.
Show your ticket at Ciao Italia and get 10% off dinner for the whole table. Casual Italian restaurant.
No coupon. No app. No promo code. Just show your ticket.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. 3 minutes from Aquatica.
Aquatica Orlando is one of the best waterparks in the country. The slides are thrilling, the lazy river is relaxing, and the wave pool keeps kids entertained for hours. But after a full day in the sun and water, everyone is exhausted and starving.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is just 3 minutes from Aquatica on Westwood Boulevard. We have been the go-to dinner spot for waterpark families since 1991. The air conditioning feels great after a hot day outside, the dining room is calm and comfortable, and the food is the kind of real Italian cooking that fills you up and makes everyone happy.
Show your Aquatica ticket to your server and get 10% off eligible food for your table. Single-day tickets, combo passes, annual passes — they all work. No coupon needed, no app to download.
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
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(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 4 minutes from Aquatica on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant serving homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics. Show your Aquatica ticket for 10% off dinner. Free parking, walk-ins welcome, open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 1 mile from Aquatica on Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has been making fresh pasta and Italian dishes here since 1991. The restaurant is casual, family-friendly, and has a kids menu at $13 that includes gelato.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-friendly casual Italian restaurant just 3 minutes from Aquatica. Show your ticket and get 10% off dinner for the whole table.
About 3 minutes by car. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on International Drive and very close to Aquatica's entrance.
Yes. Show your valid Aquatica Orlando ticket or pass to your server and receive 10% off eligible food for your table. Any ticket type qualifies.
Absolutely. After a day of slides and wave pools, families love our relaxed dining room. Kids menu is $13 with gelato, parking is free, and there is no dress code. Come in casual.
Walk-ins are always welcome. For weekends or groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770 to make sure we have a table ready.
Authentic Italian cuisine with homemade pasta, fresh sauces, seafood, chicken, veal, and housemade desserts. Everything is made from scratch daily. Casual and welcoming, not fine dining.
Yes. Multi-park tickets that include Aquatica qualify, as do SeaWorld tickets, annual passes, and Fun Cards. Any valid admission to a SeaWorld Parks property works.
Yes. Families arrive after waterpark days in casual clothes — flip-flops are fine. The $13 kids menu includes gelato, and everything is made fresh.
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Real Italian food, 0.5 mi from Aquatica Orlando. Family-owned since 1991.