Conference Dinner Restaurant in Orlando
Private Italian dining for conference groups. Up to 60 guests. Zagat rated. Ten 5 minutes from the OCCC.
Where Conference Groups Go for a Real Dinner
The conference ends at five. Everyone is hungry. The organizer needs a restaurant that can actually handle the group without a two-hour wait or a forgettable chain experience. Ciao Italia Ristorante is where conference dinners in Orlando have been happening since 1991. The Navarra family built this restaurant around the kind of hospitality that conference organizers rely on year after year.
Located ten 5 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center on Westwood Boulevard, Ciao Italia seats up to 60 in the private dining room. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate 110. Whether your conference has 15 attendees or 50, the experience is tailored to your group, not squeezed into a generic banquet format.
Conference Dining That Runs on Time
Conference schedules are tight. You cannot afford a restaurant that takes 90 minutes to get food on the table. Ciao Italia's prix fixe option for groups of 10 or more means shared appetizers arrive promptly, entrees are served together, and dessert wraps up the evening on schedule. The Navarra family coordinates with you ahead of time so the kitchen is ready when your group walks through the door.
The menu includes handmade pastas, fresh seafood, chicken, and veal. Vegetarian and dietary-specific options are available with advance notice. The Italian wine list covers a range of price points, and the staff can pre-select wines for the table or offer a limited selection to simplify the evening.
A Conference Dinner People Remember
Most conference dinners are forgettable. The food is mediocre, the room is too loud, and the experience feels obligatory. Ciao Italia is the opposite. The private dining room is quiet enough for real conversation. The food is made from scratch by a family that has been doing this for over 35 years. And the Zagat rating and 4,000+ reviews confirm what returning conference groups already know: this is the best option near the OCCC.
Located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821. Free self-parking. Open seven days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. Call (407) 354-0770 to plan your conference dinner.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Ciao Italia host a conference dinner?
Yes. Ciao Italia's private dining room seats up to 60 guests, making it ideal for conference dinners. A full restaurant buyout accommodates up to 110. Call (407) 354-0770 to plan your event.
How far is Ciao Italia from the Orange County Convention Center?
Ciao Italia is approximately 10 minutes by car from the OCCC, located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free self-parking is included.
Does Ciao Italia offer pre-set menus for conference dinners?
Yes. For groups of 10 or more, Ciao Italia offers customizable prix fixe menus. The Navarra family works with conference organizers to design a menu that fits the group's preferences and budget.
Can Ciao Italia handle multiple conference dinners in one week?
Yes. Ciao Italia is experienced with back-to-back group events during major convention weeks. The restaurant is open seven nights a week and can coordinate multiple bookings.
Does Ciao Italia have a curated wine and beer selection?
Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection. Wine and beer only — no a curated wine and beer selection.
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Plan Your Conference Dinner
Private dining for up to 60 guests. Near the OCCC. Free parking.
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.