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20-25 minutes from every Disney park. Authentic Italian since 1991.
20-25 minutes from every Disney park. Authentic Italian since 1991.
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, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, and Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Skip Disney restaurant prices. Ciao Italia on I-Drive is 20 minutes away — handmade pasta, fresh seafood, wine & beer. Real Italian, real prices. Free parking. Open nightly.
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), and Epic Universe (10 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Best Restaurants Outside Disney World. 20 minutes from Walt Disney World. Ciao Italia — Family-owned Italian since 1991. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood.
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. This is the kind of place where a family in Disney shirts sits next to a couple celebrating their anniversary, and everyone's comfortable.
$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 |
| Disney World (EPCOT) | 12 miles / 20 min via I-4 |
| 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 is consistently rated among the best off-property restaurants near Disney World. Family-owned since 1991 with handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews, and highly awarded. 20-25 minutes from all parks.
Many visitors find significantly better value and food quality at off-property restaurants. Ciao Italia offers handmade Italian at family-restaurant prices without Disney markups.
Ciao Italia is about 12-18 miles from Disney parks, approximately 20-25 minutes via I-4. Many quality restaurants are clustered along International Drive and Sand Lake Road.
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes away. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, and lamb since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes away and serves authentic Italian food made from scratch. Italian wine and beer with dinner, free parking, kids menu with gelato. Walk-ins welcome.
20 minutes from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, 25 minutes from Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom, all via I-4.
For many guests, absolutely. Off-property restaurants offer better value, shorter waits, and more authentic food. The 20-25 minute drive is a welcome break after a park day.
Ciao Italia is open until 10 PM every night, giving you plenty of time after evening fireworks to enjoy dinner.
Yes. Walk-ins are welcome every night. Reservations are recommended on weekends. Call (407) 354-0770.
35+ years family-owned, handmade pasta daily, 4,000+ reviews, highly awarded, fair prices, free parking, and an intimate atmosphere. It is the real thing.
On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.
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20-25 minutes from Disney World. Authentic Italian since 1991. Open tonight.