Ciao Italia Ristorante storefront Orlando
Casual Italian

Casual Dining International Drive

Relaxed Italian dining, one block off I-Drive. No dress code. Come as you are.

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Off I-Drive

Great Food Without the Fuss

You want a real dinner on International Drive without the pretense. No dress code, no velvet ropes, no attitude. Ciao Italia Ristorante is casual dining at its best: family-owned Italian at 6149 Westwood Blvd, one block off I-Drive.

Families come in flip-flops after SeaWorld. Convention attendees come in business casual after meetings. Couples come for a relaxed date night. Everyone is welcome and nobody is overdressed.

The food is anything but casual, though. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, homemade sauces — all made from scratch by the Navarra family, who have been here since 1991.

Rack of lamb at Ciao Italia Orlando Chicken parmigiana at Ciao Italia Orlando

Casual Does Not Mean Low Quality

Casual dining on I-Drive usually means chain restaurants with microwave kitchens. Ciao Italia breaks that mold. The atmosphere is relaxed, but the food is restaurant-quality Italian made from scratch.

The menu ranges from familiar comfort food (lasagna, chicken parm, fettuccine alfredo) to dishes you will not find at chains (pappardelle al cinghiale, sacchetti di filetto, risotto alla pescatora).

The vibe is warm and inviting. White tablecloths, Italian music, a staff that treats you like family. Comfortable without being stuffy.

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. No meters or garages.

Location

6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.

Reservations

Book online via 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.

Risotto alla Pescatora at Ciao Italia Orlando

Casual Dining Options on I-Drive

International Drive's casual dining scene is dominated by national chains. The independent restaurants offer something different: character, history, and food made by people who care.

Ciao Italia has been the casual Italian option on I-Drive for over 35 years. It is the kind of place where the owner shakes your hand and the food makes you close your eyes.

Getting Here

One block west of I-Drive on Westwood Boulevard. Free parking lot. Address: 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando FL 32821.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best casual restaurant on International Drive?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant with a casual, welcoming atmosphere. No dress code, free parking, and homemade food nightly.

Do I need to dress up for Ciao Italia?

No. Ciao Italia is casual. Come in shorts, flip-flops, or dressed up. Everyone is welcome.

right off International Drive

2 minutes drive via Westwood Blvd — free parking at the door

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Casual Italian, Real Quality

No dress code. No pretense. Just great Italian food.

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.