Best Chicken Parmesan Near SeaWorld
Hand-breaded, made fresh daily. 3 minutes from SeaWorld. 10% off with your ticket.
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Hand-Breaded Chicken Parmigiana, Made Fresh Daily
The best chicken parmesan near SeaWorld is at Ciao Italia Ristorante, just 3 minutes from the park. Our Pollo alla Parmigiana is a hand-breaded chicken breast topped with marinara sauce and melted mozzarella. No frozen patties, no shortcuts.
It is one of our most ordered dishes. The breading is crispy. The marinara is homemade. The mozzarella melts perfectly over the top. Served with a side of pasta, it is a complete meal.
Show your SeaWorld ticket to your server and save 10% on dinner for the whole table.
A Classic Done Right
Chicken parm is one of those dishes that every Italian restaurant has, but very few do well. At Ciao Italia, the chicken is hand-breaded to order. The sauce is simmered daily. The cheese is real mozzarella.
We also have veal parmigiana and chicken marsala for those who want something different. The kids menu has chicken fingers for the younger ones.
Free parking, walk-ins welcome, casual atmosphere. This is the kind of chicken parm that makes you come back next time you are in Orlando.
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.
About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando
After a full day at SeaWorld Orlando, the usual routine is predictable: leave the park, drive up International Drive, and settle for the first chain restaurant with an open table. It works, but it is not memorable. The area around SeaWorld has dozens of dining options, most of them forgettable.
What most visitors do not realize is that some of the best food near SeaWorld is not on International Drive at all. The side streets off I-Drive are home to independent restaurants that serve real, made-from-scratch meals at fair prices. These are the places locals eat.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of those places. Tucked on Westwood Boulevard 3 minutes from SeaWorld SeaWorld, it has been run by the Navarra family since 1991. The menu is classic Italian: homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, lamb chops, and a wine list that covers every region of Italy.
Families coming from SeaWorld appreciate the casual atmosphere, the free parking, and the 10% ticket discount. Couples enjoy the quieter dining room and the chance to share a bottle of wine after a busy day. It is the kind of restaurant that turns a theme park vacation into something a little more special.
Getting to Ciao Italia from SeaWorld
Ciao Italia is roughly half a mile south of SeaWorld on Westwood Boulevard, just off International Drive. The drive takes about 3 minutes with no highway involved. Turn right on Westwood from I-Drive and the restaurant is right there with free self-parking. If you are walking from nearby hotels, it is also an easy walk along International Drive.
More Questions About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando
Where do locals eat near SeaWorld Orlando?
Locals in the SeaWorld area often recommend Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been open since 1991, and it avoids the tourist-trap feel of many International Drive restaurants. Homemade pasta, fair prices, free parking, and a casual atmosphere.
Is Ciao Italia a good restaurant for families after SeaWorld?
Absolutely. Ciao Italia is casual and welcoming, with no dress code. The kids menu is $13 and includes gelato. Families come in straight from SeaWorld in park clothes and feel right at home. The restaurant is 3 minutes from the park, parking is free, and walk-ins are welcome.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from SeaWorld Orlando
The drive from SeaWorld Orlando to Ciao Italia takes about 3 minutes. Head toward International Drive and continue to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, with free parking right in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best chicken parmesan near SeaWorld?
Ciao Italia Ristorante serves hand-breaded chicken parmigiana made fresh daily, just 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando.
Is the chicken parm at Ciao Italia fresh?
Yes. Hand-breaded chicken breast with homemade marinara and real mozzarella.
How much is the chicken parmesan?
Pollo alla Parmigiana is $24. Show your SeaWorld ticket and save 10%.
How far is Ciao Italia from SeaWorld?
About 3 minutes by car, just off International Drive.
How do I get the 10% discount?
Show your valid SeaWorld ticket or pass to your server.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are always welcome. For weekends or groups of 6+, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front.
Is Ciao Italia a good option after a day at SeaWorld?
Absolutely. Families come in after park days in casual clothes — no dress code. The kids menu is $13 with gelato included, and the atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming.
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Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.