Best Dining Near You
Best Restaurants Near Courtyard by Marriott Orlando International Drive
5-10 min drive to family-owned Italian since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
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Best Dining Near You
5-10 min drive to family-owned Italian since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
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
Courtyard Marriott IDrive
Staying at Courtyard by Marriott on International Drive and looking for dining options? You are already on I-Drive — Ciao Italia is just minutes away. We are a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been open since 1991. Everything is made from scratch every single day. The owner is in the kitchen. No chains. No shortcuts.
The restaurants near your hotel are mostly chains. Ciao Italia is the independent, family-owned Italian restaurant that locals and tourists have trusted for over 35 years. Handmade pasta, fresh sauces, bread from the oven. The Navarra family runs the kitchen. Over 4,000 reviews. Wine and beer available. Upscale vibes, casual comfort — no dress code.
Once Courtyard IDrive guests find us, they come back every night. That says everything. Free parking right in front. Walk-ins welcome. Kids menu $13 with gelato. Wine and beer available. Call (407) 354-0770 to reserve or just walk in.
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"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"A hidden gem on I-Drive. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David K. — TripAdvisor
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions and nearby hotels.
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, just minutes from the Courtyard. Family-owned since 1991, handmade pasta, over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. (407) 354-0770.
Just a 5 to 10-minute drive on International Drive. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking on-site.
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. Reservations also available through OpenTable.
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Custom group dining packages available at $60, $70, or $80 per person.
Yes. Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.
Open nightly 5-10 PM, seven days a week. Walk-ins welcome.
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Real Italian food on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991. Free parking.
