Best Seafood Restaurant Orlando
Fresh seafood, homemade pasta, family-owned since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards.
Why People Call Us One of Orlando's Best
Orlando has hundreds of restaurants that claim to serve great seafood. Most of them defrost it. Ciao Italia Ristorante is different. We are a family-owned Italian restaurant that takes seafood seriously. Every dish is made to order with fresh ingredients, homemade pasta, and sauces from family recipes.
Our risotto alla pescatora ($36) has been a favorite since we opened in 1991. It is Arborio rice loaded with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari. The cernia alla puttanesca ($43) is Gulf grouper with olives, capers, peppers, and tomato sauce. The linguine alle vongole ($25) is fresh clams in white wine and garlic.
With over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards, we have earned our reputation one plate at a time. No shortcuts. No frozen fish. Just honest Italian seafood, every night.
- Risotto alla Pescatora — clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari ($36)
- Linguine alle Vongole — fresh clams, white wine, garlic ($25)
- Cernia alla Puttanesca — Gulf grouper, olives, capers ($43)
- Salmone Toscano — pan-seared salmon, Tuscan herbs ($32)
- Ravioli di Pesce — seafood ravioli, tomato cream ($27)
- Linguine con Scampi — shrimp scampi, garlic butter ($26)
- Zuppa di Pesce — clams, mussels, calamari, shrimp ($20)
Seafood the Italian Way
Italian seafood is about simplicity and freshness. You do not need heavy batter or complicated sauces when the ingredients are good. At Ciao Italia, the seafood speaks for itself.
Start with the zuppa di pesce ($20) — clams, mussels, calamari, and shrimp in a cherry tomato broth. Then move on to the salmone toscano ($32) with Tuscan herbs, or the ravioli di pesce ($27) in a light tomato cream sauce. The linguine con scampi ($26) is shrimp scampi done right.
This is not a fancy seafood tower restaurant. It is a casual, welcoming Italian restaurant where the seafood happens to be exceptional. Free parking. Kids menu. Walk-ins welcome.
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. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
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 menus available.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best seafood restaurant in Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante serves fresh Italian seafood nightly on International Drive. Over 4,000 reviews, 9 awards, family-owned since 1991.
What seafood dishes are on the menu?
Risotto alla Pescatora ($36), Linguine alle Vongole ($25), Cernia alla Puttanesca ($43), Salmone Toscano ($32), Ravioli di Pesce ($27), Linguine con Scampi ($26), and Zuppa di Pesce ($20).
Is the seafood fresh or frozen?
All seafood at Ciao Italia is fresh and made to order. Nothing is frozen.
How much does a seafood dinner cost?
Seafood pasta dishes range from $25–$27. Seafood entrees range from $32–$43. Appetizer seafood soup is $20.
Is Ciao Italia only seafood?
No. We are a full Italian restaurant with pasta, chicken, veal, lamb, salads, and a kids menu.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are always welcome. For weekends or groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
What are the best dishes at Ciao Italia?
Guest favorites include Fettuccine Alfredo, Chicken Parmigiana, Lasagna Bolognese, Lamb Chops, and Risotto alla Pescatora. Everything is made from scratch daily.
More From Ciao Italia
"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David K. — TripAdvisorOrlando's Best Italian Seafood
Homemade pasta. Fresh seafood. Family-owned since 1991.
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.