Best Lasagna in Orlando
Layers of handmade pasta, slow-cooked meat sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella. Made from scratch since 1991.
What Makes This Lasagna Different
Most lasagna at Orlando restaurants is assembled in bulk and reheated to order. You can taste the difference. The pasta is gummy, the sauce is one-dimensional, and the whole thing has that reheated quality that no amount of melted cheese can hide. At Ciao Italia, the lasagna is made fresh in small batches. The slow-cooked ragu develops its depth over hours. The handmade pasta sheets have texture and bite. The ricotta is light and creamy, not watery.
The Navarra family brought this recipe from southern Italy, and it has been on the menu since the restaurant opened in 1991. It is comfort food at its finest -- the kind of dish that makes the whole table go quiet for a moment.
A Menu of Italian Classics
Beyond the lasagna, Ciao Italia offers a full menu of handmade pasta, seafood, veal, chicken, and lamb dishes. The Risotto Pescatore, Pappardelle with Wild Boar, and Veal Piccata are all equally popular. Every dish is made to order from scratch. No shortcuts, no heat lamps, no pre-made sauces.
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando. Free parking. Call (407) 354-0770 for reservations.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Ciao Italia's lasagna special?
Our lasagna is made entirely from scratch with handmade pasta sheets, a slow-cooked meat sauce, fresh ricotta, and melted mozzarella. It is baked to order and has been on our menu since 1991.
Is the lasagna available every day?
Yes. Lasagna is a permanent fixture on our menu and is available seven days a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Can I order lasagna for a large group or private event?
Absolutely. Our private dining room seats up to 60 guests, and lasagna can be included on custom menus for groups. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 110.
Does Ciao Italia offer other pasta dishes besides lasagna?
Yes. Our menu includes handmade pappardelle with wild boar ragu, linguine vongole, rigatoni Bolognese, fettuccine Alfredo, and many other pasta dishes prepared fresh daily.
What is the portion size like at Ciao Italia?
Portions are generous and meant to satisfy. Many guests take leftovers back to their hotel. The restaurant prides itself on value for the quality served.
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Come Taste the Lasagna Everyone Talks About
Over 35 years of handmade lasagna. One bite and you will understand why people keep coming back.
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.