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10 min drive to family-owned Italian since 1991. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
10 min drive to family-owned Italian since 1991. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
When the Navarra family opened Ciao Italia on International Drive in 1991, Orlando looked nothing like it does today. But the mission was simple: serve real Italian food, made from scratch, every single night.
35 years later, that mission hasn't changed. The pasta is still handmade. The sauces still simmer for hours. Over 4,000 guests have left reviews. Zagat rated, highly awarded, and the same family still greeting you at the door.
This is not a chain. This is the real thing.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate from scratch
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). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Restaurants Near Marriott Grande Vista. Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando — a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Family-owned Italian since 1991 at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%.
No dress code. No pretension. Just good food and warm hospitality since 1991.
Marriott Grande Vista has a small on-site grill and a marketplace, but nothing that qualifies as a real sit-down restaurant. The villas have kitchens, which is great for breakfast and snacks — but for dinner, you want to be cooked for. You want someone else to handle the prep, the cooking, and the cleanup.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 10-minute drive from Grande Vista at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. The Navarra family has been making pasta from scratch since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews, nine awards, Zagat rated. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, Italian wine and beer. No dress code, free parking, kids eat for $13 with gelato.
The best restaurant near Marriott Grande Vista is the one where the family in the kitchen treats you like family at the table.
What is the best Italian restaurant near Marriott Grande Vista?
Ciao Italia Ristorante, 2.3 miles from Grande Vista at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991 with over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated, and nine awards. Most guests from Grande Vista arrive in under 10 minutes.
Is Ciao Italia a good date night spot for Grande Vista couples?
Absolutely. The dining room has arched columns, Italian pottery, and a curated wine list that sets the mood without the stiffness. Entrees range from $18 to $42, and the Tortellini Brasato with truffle cream is the most popular date night order.
Can Ciao Italia handle a large group from Grande Vista?
Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60, and a full venue buyout accommodates 110. Group dining packages run $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Call (407) 354-0770 to plan ahead.
Is Ciao Italia good for families with picky eaters?
The $13 kids menu includes Chicken Parmigiana, pasta with butter, and gelato for dessert. No dress code, highchairs available, and walk-ins welcome every night. Grande Vista families come straight from the parks in shorts and flip-flops.
What is the best value Italian dinner near Grande Vista?
Ciao Italia offers handmade pasta dishes starting around $18, which is less than most theme park restaurants charge for reheated food. The SeaWorld 10% discount applies to your entire check, making it even better value for Grande Vista guests visiting the parks.
What should I order on my first visit from Grande Vista?
Start with the Bruschetta or Burrata, then try the Lasagna Bolognese or Chicken Parmigiana — the two most-ordered dishes. If you want something special, the Sacchetti di Filetto with truffle sage and sliced filet is unforgettable.
Ciao Italia looks elegant — arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks. But there's no dress code. Shorts and flip-flops are welcome. Kids are welcome.
$13 kids menu with gelato included. Highchairs available. Walk-ins welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. Free parking lot right in front.
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"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit."
"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Free self-parking lot right in front. No meters or garages.
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center.
Book online via OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770.
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — across from the DoubleTree by Hilton |
| Marriott Grande Vista | 2.3 miles / 10 min drive |
| Aquatica | 0.5 miles |
| OCCC | 0.9 miles / 3 min |
| SeaWorld | 1.4 miles |
| Discovery Cove | 2 miles |
| Hours | Open nightly 5–10 PM |
| Parking | Free on-site |
| Dress Code | Casual — no dress code |
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd — 2.3 miles from Marriott Grande Vista, about a 10-minute drive. Family-owned Italian since 1991 with over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated and highly awarded. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott Grande Vista, a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Free parking on-site at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821.
35 years of family ownership, handmade pasta every night, over 4,000 reviews, nine awards, Zagat rated. Everything made from scratch by the Navarra family since 1991 — not a chain.
Ciao Italia is family-owned with scratch-made food, handmade pasta, and fresh sauces prepared daily. Over 4,000 reviews and a 4.6-star average vs. the chain restaurants along I-Drive that serve reheated food.
The Lasagna Bolognese and Chicken Parmigiana are the most popular. For something special, try the Sacchetti di Filetto with truffle sage and sliced filet, or the Risotto alla Pescatora with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari.
Yes. Elegant dining room with arched columns and Italian pottery, curated wine list, and handmade pasta. Entrees from $18 to $42. Upscale vibes with casual comfort — no dress code required.
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on your entire dinner check at Ciao Italia. The discount applies to your whole table.
Yes. Free self-parking lot right in front of Ciao Italia at 6149 Westwood Blvd. No meters, no garages, no valet fees. Easy 10-minute drive from Grande Vista.
On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.
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10 min from Marriott Grande Vista. Bring your SeaWorld ticket for 10% off.