Convention Group Dining in Orlando
Feed your convention group something they will actually remember. Private room for 60. Full buyout for 110. Ten 5 minutes from the OCCC.
Your Convention Group Deserves Better
Every convention planner knows the drill. You need a restaurant that can handle 30, 40, maybe 50 people. You need it close to the OCCC. You need it to not be embarrassing. And every year, you end up at the same I-Drive chain where the food is forgettable and the service is overwhelmed. Convention group dining in Orlando does not have to be a compromise.
Ciao Italia Ristorante has been the alternative since 1991. Located ten 5 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center on Westwood Boulevard, the restaurant has a dedicated private dining room that seats up to 60 guests. For larger convention groups, a full restaurant buyout accommodates 110. The food is made from scratch by the Navarra family, who personally plan every group event.
How Convention Group Dinners Work
The process is simple. Call the restaurant, tell them your group size and date, and the Navarra family takes it from there. They will build a prix fixe menu based on your preferences: antipasti and salads to start, followed by handmade pasta courses, entrees like Risotto alla Pescatora, Vitello Piccata, or Pollo Marsala, and house-made desserts to close. Wine pairings are available. The staff paces the meal properly so your group can enjoy conversation between courses without feeling rushed or delayed.
Convention groups from across the country have made Ciao Italia their Orlando dinner destination. Medical conferences, tech summits, trade shows, association meetings. The restaurant handles groups from every industry because the fundamentals are always the same: great food, private space, and personal service.
Getting Here from the OCCC
Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821, approximately 10 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center by car. Rideshare from the OCCC is easy and inexpensive. Free self-parking is available for guests who drive. The restaurant is open seven days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM.
To book your convention group dinner, call (407) 354-0770.
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 handle a convention group of 40-50 people?
Yes. The private dining room comfortably seats up to 60 guests for a sit-down dinner. Groups of 40-50 are a perfect fit for the space. Call (407) 354-0770 to reserve.
How do convention groups typically get to Ciao Italia from the OCCC?
Most convention groups take rideshare or taxi, which is approximately a 10-minute drive from the OCCC. Some groups arrange a bus or van. Free self-parking is available for those who drive.
Can Ciao Italia accommodate dietary restrictions for a convention group?
Yes. The Navarra family builds custom menus for every group and can accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free, and other dietary needs. Discuss specific requirements when planning your event.
Is Ciao Italia available during major Orlando conventions?
Yes. Ciao Italia is open seven days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM, including during major convention periods. Book early during peak convention seasons for best availability. Call (407) 354-0770.
Can Ciao Italia handle large group reservations?
Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60, and group menus are available. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
More From Ciao Italia
Feed Your Convention Group Right
Private dining for convention groups. 10 minutes from the OCCC. Free parking. Scratch-made 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.