Best Restaurants Near Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center Convention Center
Skip the convention food. Real handmade Italian is 5 min away. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
The Convention Dinner Problem, Solved
You flew in for a convention at the Orange County Convention Center. You are staying at the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center, which is near the Orange County Convention Center. The first night, you tried the hotel restaurant. The second night, you tried the chain place on International Drive. Both were forgettable. Now it is night three and you want something worth remembering.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America — on International Drive and Westwood Blvd at 6149 Westwood Blvd. The Navarra family has been cooking here since 1991, handmaking pasta and sauces fresh every day. Over 35 years, they have earned more than 4,000 reviews, 9 culinary awards, and a Zagat rating. All while keeping prices reasonable and the dress code nonexistent.
This is where convention groups go when they want real food served by people who actually care. Walk in after your last session, sit down to scratch-made Italian, and remember why you like eating out.
Perfect for Convention Groups
Bringing your team? Ciao Italia is built for groups. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests for team dinners, client meetings, or celebrations. Need the entire restaurant? Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Group dining packages are available at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus.
Whether it is 4 colleagues or 40, call (407) 354-0770 to arrange a private event menu. The Navarra family handles group dining personally — this is not a corporate banquet operation, it is a family hosting your group in their restaurant.
What Convention Guests Order
First-timers usually start with the Bruschetta or Burrata — both shareable and perfect for a group table. The Calamari Saltati (sautéed in white wine lemon butter) goes fast when everyone reaches for it.
For mains, the Tortellini Brasato e Tartufo with braised beef and truffle cream is the dish people photograph. The Vodka con Salmone — penne in vodka cream sauce with fresh salmon — is another convention favorite. The Agnello (Australian lamb chops with mashed potatoes and asparagus) is the big plate for those who earned it after three days of sessions.
An Italian wine list and beer selection are available. No cocktails — just wine and beer, curated to pair with the food. $13 kids menu with gelato if someone brought the family along.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters or garages.
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, 5 min from Extended Stay America.
Reservations
Book online through OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins always welcome.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom group dining menus available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, they serve handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics every night from 5 to 10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated, 9 awards. 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive.
How far is Ciao Italia from Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center?
Ciao Italia is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive and Westwood Blvd.
Does Ciao Italia offer a SeaWorld discount?
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. The discount applies to your entire check.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Do I need a reservation at Ciao Italia?
Walk-ins are welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have wine?
Yes. 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.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.
Can Ciao Italia host a group dinner for Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center convention guests?
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Call (407) 354-0770 to arrange.
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Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on International Drive since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.