Best Italian Near Disney World
Skip Disney dining prices. Homemade pasta, 4,000+ reviews, kids menu. Since 1991.
4,000+ Reviews — The Best Italian Outside Disney
The Best Italian Near Disney World Is Off Property
Via Napoli at Epcot is good. So is Terralina at Disney Springs. But both come with Disney pricing, Disney waits, and Disney parking fees.
Ciao Italia is 20 minutes from Walt Disney World and the food is on par or better than anything on property — at half the price. Homemade pasta, fresh sauces, bread from the oven. Family-owned since 1991.
Free parking, kids menu with gelato, walk-ins welcome. This is the best Italian restaurant near Disney that most tourists never find. The ones who do always come back.
- About 20 minutes from Disney World
- Homemade pasta and sauces daily
- Over 4,000 reviews, 9 awards
- Kids menu $13 with gelato
- Free parking
- Walk-ins welcome
- Private dining for groups of 60
- Family-owned since 1991
Better Food, Better Prices, No Lines
Disney dining reservations are a nightmare. You book 60 days in advance, fight for a table, and pay resort prices for food that is often just fine.
Ciao Italia takes walk-ins. The food is made from scratch. The prices are normal. And the experience is personal — the owner is in the kitchen, not a corporate chef rotating between parks.
This is the Italian restaurant Disney families discover on their second trip to Orlando. By the third trip, they skip Disney dining entirely.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Parking & Families
Free parking lot
Kids menu available
Walk-ins welcome
About Dining Near Disney World Orlando
Disney World visitors know the drill: plan your dining reservations 60 days out, pay theme park prices, and hope for the best. But not every dinner needs to be a production. Sometimes, especially after a long day of walking and rides, you just want to sit down somewhere quiet and eat well.
The area between Disney World and International Drive has plenty of restaurants, but most of them are national chains or hotel dining rooms. Finding an independent, family-owned restaurant with real character takes a little effort.
Ciao Italia Ristorante has been that restaurant for thousands of Disney families since 1991. Located on Westwood Boulevard about 20 minutes from Disney World, the Navarra family makes everything fresh daily. Homemade pasta, bread out of the oven, Italian wine, and a relaxed atmosphere that makes dinner feel like the best part of the day.
The drive from Disney takes about 20 minutes via I-4, and once you arrive, parking is free. Walk-ins are welcome every night. With 4,000+ reviews, 9 awards, and Zagat recognition, it is one of Orlando's most trusted Italian restaurants.
Getting to Ciao Italia from Disney World Orlando
From Disney World, the drive to Ciao Italia takes about 20 minutes. Take I-4 East for approximately 12 miles, exit at International Drive, and head south to Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant has free self-parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd. The drive is mostly highway and straightforward, even during moderate traffic.
More Questions About Dining Near Disney World
What restaurants near Disney World do not require reservations?
Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard welcomes walk-ins every night from 5 to 10 PM. Unlike Disney dining, there is no need to book 60 days in advance. The restaurant is about 20 minutes from Disney World and serves homemade Italian food. For large groups, calling ahead at (407) 354-0770 is recommended.
Is Ciao Italia a good option for families coming from Disney?
Absolutely. The restaurant is casual and family-friendly with a kids menu for $13 that includes gelato. There is no dress code, free parking is available, and the atmosphere is relaxed. After a long day at Disney, it is a comfortable place to sit down and enjoy a real Italian dinner without Disney prices.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Disney World Orlando
The drive from Disney World Orlando to Ciao Italia takes about 20 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
Is Ciao Italia as good as Disney Italian restaurants?
Many guests say it is better. The food is homemade from scratch daily, prices are lower, and there are no long waits or dining reservations needed.
How far is it from Disney?
About 20 minutes by car. Free parking at the restaurant.
Is there a kids menu?
Yes. $13 per child, includes gelato. Options include spaghetti, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, and more.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins welcome. No 60-day advance booking needed.
Is it casual?
Yes. Come in park clothes. Casual and welcoming atmosphere for families.
Does Ciao Italia make their pasta in-house?
Yes. Pasta, sauces, and bread are all made fresh daily in the Ciao Italia kitchen. This has been the standard since 1991.
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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.