Best Italian Off-Property
Best Italian Near Disney World
Skip Disney dining prices. Homemade pasta, 4,000+ reviews, kids menu. Since 1991.
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Best Italian Off-Property
Skip Disney dining prices. Homemade pasta, 4,000+ reviews, kids menu. 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.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
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.
Best Italian Near Disney World Orlando. 20 minutes from Walt Disney World. Ciao Italia — Family-owned Italian since 1991. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood.
Real Italian food. Real prices. Real family behind the kitchen. Not a corporate restaurant.
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.
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.
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
"We have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
— The Rossi Family — OpenTable"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
— James R. — TripAdvisor"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
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions.
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 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.
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.
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.
About 20 minutes by car. Free parking at the restaurant.
Yes. $13 per child, includes gelato. Options include spaghetti, steak bites, fettuccine alfredo, and more.
Walk-ins welcome. No 60-day advance booking needed.
Yes. Come in park clothes. Casual and welcoming atmosphere for families.
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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