Date Night Near Pointe Orlando
Candlelit Italian dining 5 minutes from Pointe Orlando. Italian wine, handmade pasta, private tables.
A Date Night Worth the Short Drive from Pointe Orlando
Pointe Orlando has bars, entertainment, and a handful of restaurants, but for an actual date night, the atmosphere leans more toward loud crowds and tourist energy than intimate dining. If you want a real Italian dinner with candles, Italian wine, and food made from scratch, Ciao Italia is 5 minutes away.
The Navarra family has run this restaurant since 1991. The dining room is warm, the tables are properly spaced, and the Italian wine list is curated to pair with every dish. Start with burrata or carpaccio di manzo. Share a risotto alla pescatora or split the pappardelle al cinghiale. End with tiramisu or gelato.
Ciao Italia seats couples at intimate two-tops and also has a private dining room for special occasions. With 4,000+ reviews, the restaurant has hosted thousands of date nights, anniversaries, and celebrations over 35 years. Beer and wine are available. Reservations are recommended.
Getting to Ciao Italia for Date Night
From Pointe Orlando, head south on International Drive for about 2 miles. Turn right onto Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking in the lot out front. The drive is about 5 minutes, leaving more time for dinner instead of looking for parking.
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.
Date Night Questions About Dining Near Pointe Orlando
Is Ciao Italia good for a date night?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers a warm, candlelit dining room with Italian wine, handmade pasta, and attentive service. Couples can choose from intimate two-top tables or book the private dining room for special occasions. Reservations are recommended. Call (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia serve for date night?
Ciao Italia serves Italian wine and beer only. There are no or a curated wine and beer selection. The wine list is curated to pair with the Italian menu, with reds, whites, and sparkling options from Italian wine regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Ciao Italia accept reservations?
Yes. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Call (407) 354-0770 or book online through OpenTable.
Is there free parking?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers free self-parking for all guests.
What are the hours?
Open 7 days a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, including all holidays.
Where is Ciao Italia located?
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Near SeaWorld and the Convention Center.
Is Ciao Italia expensive?
Ciao Italia is moderately priced ($$). Pasta dishes are $19-$27, entrees $24-$44. The $13 kids menu includes gelato. Most guests find it excellent value for homemade Italian.
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Family-owned Italian dining since 1991. Open tonight, 5–10 PM.
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.