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Best Dining Near Sonesta ES Suites I-Drive

Best Restaurants Near Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

Homemade Italian just 5 minutes from the OCCC. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.

Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd

Family dinner at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando
35+
Years Open
4,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
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Price Range

The Best Restaurant Near Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

When 4,000+ reviewers agree, the choice is clear. Ciao Italia is 7 minutes from Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive — a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been making everything from scratch since 1991. Zagat rated, 9 culinary awards, and the kind of food that turns a hotel stay into a trip worth remembering.

What Makes It the Best

  • 35+ years of family-owned Italian tradition
  • 4,000+ reviews — one of Orlando's most-reviewed Italian restaurants
  • Everything made from scratch daily
  • Zagat rated with 9 culinary awards
  • $13 kids menu with gelato included
  • Free parking, walk-ins welcome
  • Rack of lamb at Ciao Italia Orlando
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    Better Than Hotel Dining

    Hotel restaurants charge hotel prices for food that was prepped hours ago. Ciao Italia charges neighborhood prices for food that was made by hand today. The Fettuccine Alfredo, the Chicken Parmigiana, the Risotto alla Pescatora — everything is cooked to order in a kitchen that has been perfecting these recipes for more than 35 years. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770.

    Practical Details

    Address

    6149 Westwood Blvd
    Orlando, FL 32821

    Hours & Phone

    Open Nightly 5–10 PM
    (407) 354-0770

    Parking

    Free parking lot
    right in front

    About Dining Near Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

    Sonesta ES Suites on International Drive is an all-suite, extended-stay hotel popular with families and convention visitors. After days of tournament play or convention sessions, a real Italian dinner hits different.

    Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 7 minutes away on Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has been making homemade Italian food here since 1991. Everything is prepared fresh daily, from the pasta to the bread to the sauces.

    Kids menu $13 with gelato. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5-10 PM. Wine and beer available. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards.

    How to Get to Ciao Italia from Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive

    From Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive, head toward International Drive and Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — about 7 minutes away. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.

    More Questions

    What restaurants are near Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive?

    Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 7 minutes from Sonesta ES Suites Orlando International Drive. Family-owned Italian restaurant since 1991, serving homemade pasta, veal, lamb chops, and seafood. Open nightly 5-10 PM with free parking.

    Is there good Italian food near the Convention Center Orlando?

    Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard is about 5 minutes from the OCCC. Homemade Italian food since 1991, over 4,000 reviews, kids menu $13 with gelato. Walk-ins welcome.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?

    Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available.

    Do I need a reservation?

    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.

    Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

    Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.

    What are Ciao Italia hours?

    Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.

    Ciao Italia Ristorante is independently owned and operated. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by any hotel, resort, tournament, organization, or attraction referenced on this page. Offers subject to change.

    Best Restaurant Near Sonesta ES Suites I-Drive

    Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.

    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.