SeaWorld Orlando · International Drive
Best Pasta Near SeaWorld
1.4 mi from SeaWorld Orlando • Authentic Italian since 1991
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SeaWorld Orlando · International Drive
1.4 mi from SeaWorld 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, 1.4 mi from SeaWorld Orlando.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Near SeaWorld
For pasta lovers visiting SeaWorld Orlando, Ciao Italia Ristorante offers a dining experience built around authentic Italian cooking. Located only 1.4 miles from the park, our family-owned restaurant prepares handmade pasta fresh daily, pairing traditional pasta shapes with sauces made from scratch. Since 1991, the Navarra family has focused on serving the kind of Italian food guests remember long after their Orlando vacation ends.
Explore dishes such as pappardelle with braised wild boar and porcini mushrooms, creamy fettuccine Alfredo, linguine with fresh clams or classic spaghetti with homemade meatballs. Each preparation brings different Italian flavors to the table, giving pasta lovers more choices than the usual tourist restaurant menu. With upscale vibes and casual comfort, Ciao Italia makes a beautiful dinner feel relaxed and approachable.
Our restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Boulevard on International Drive, directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. We are open nightly from 5 to 10 with free parking. Show your SeaWorld Orlando ticket for 10% off food when dining in, and enjoy a fresh Italian meal without needing to change out of your park clothes.
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 one of the best dinner options after SeaWorld. It is about 3 minutes from the park on Westwood Boulevard, serves homemade Italian food, and offers 10% off dinner when you show your SeaWorld ticket. The restaurant has been family-owned since 1991, has free parking, and welcomes walk-ins every night from 5 to 10 PM.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando. The pasta is made fresh daily, the bread is baked in-house, and the menu includes classics like chicken parmigiana, fettuccine alfredo, lamb chops, and seafood risotto. It has earned highly awarded and over 4,000 reviews.
Ciao Italia Ristorante makes fresh pasta daily, just 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando. Over a dozen pasta dishes, all made from scratch.
Yes. All pasta is made fresh daily in-house. Sauces are homemade as well.
About 3 minutes by car at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Show your valid SeaWorld ticket or pass to your server. No coupon needed.
Lasagna, spaghetti con polpette, fettuccine alfredo, pappardelle al cinghiale, linguine alle vongole, sacchetti di filetto, tortellini con brasato, ravioli di pesce, risotto alla pescatora, and more.
Yes. $13 per child, includes gelato.
Yes. Free parking lot right in front.
The 10% discount applies to food items on your dinner check. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection to pair with your meal.
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Real Italian food, 1.4 mi from SeaWorld Orlando. Family-owned since 1991.
