Christmas Day · International Drive Orlando
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Christmas Day International Drive
Full Italian dinner menu • Dec 25, 5–10 PM • Free Parking • (407) 354-0770
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Christmas Day · International Drive Orlando
Full Italian dinner menu • Dec 25, 5–10 PM • Free Parking • (407) 354-0770
Our Story
When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.
More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Christmas Day Dine-In
Some Christmas celebrations are best enjoyed away from the kitchen, where the family can gather around a table and spend the evening together. Ciao Italia Ristorante offers full-service dine-in dinner on Friday, December 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM until 10:00 PM. Rather than organizing a meal at home or relying on takeout, guests can enjoy seated restaurant service and a relaxing Italian dining experience.
Established in 1991, our restaurant remains family-owned by the Navarra family and is located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard on International Drive. Our dining room provides an appealing combination of upscale ambiance and casual comfort. There is no dress code, shorts are welcome, and free parking is available on-site, making dinner convenient for guests arriving with family members of different ages.
At Ciao Italia, every guest can choose an entrée from our complete regular menu rather than being served a predetermined holiday plate. Options include lasagna bolognese, chicken parmigiana, veal piccata, and Australian rack of lamb. Fresh seafood, risotto, and scratch-made pasta offer further variety for diners who appreciate traditional Italian cuisine.
Christmas Day specials will complement the regular dinner menu without introducing a separate fixed-price holiday package. Children can enjoy our $13 kids menu, including gelato, while adults may order wine or beer. This style of dining is particularly useful for multi-generational gatherings, allowing parents, grandparents, and children to enjoy different dishes while sharing the same Christmas celebration.
Guests gathering from multiple Orlando hotels can meet at Ciao Italia without needing to coordinate complicated transportation or parking arrangements. Our restaurant is directly across the street from DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld and approximately three minutes from the Orange County Convention Center, located 0.9 miles away.
SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles from our restaurant, and Discovery Cove is approximately 2 miles away. These nearby landmarks make Ciao Italia convenient for vacationing families planning to dine outside their hotel. Reservations can be made through OpenTable or by calling (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins are welcome when tables are available, although advance reservations are recommended for Christmas dinner gatherings.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story
Private Dining & Group Events
Celebrate at Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned since 1991 on International Drive in Orlando. From corporate dinners and family celebrations to special occasions, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and flexible spaces tailored to your event.
All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.
Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.
What Guests Say
"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"We made Ciao Italia our holiday tradition. Every year the food is perfect, the atmosphere is warm, and the Navarra family makes us feel like we belong."
— Verified Guest — Google"Fantastic food and wonderful service. The veal piccata was outstanding and the tiramisu was the best I've ever had. A hidden gem on International Drive."
— David R. — TripAdvisor
Located on International Drive, minutes from Orlando's top attractions and hotels
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Yes — Ciao Italia Ristorante offers full-service dine-in dinner on Christmas Day, Friday, December 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. We serve our complete regular Italian menu with no prix fixe and no special pricing. Reservations are strongly recommended as Christmas Day is one of our busiest nights.
No — we serve our regular full Italian dinner menu on Christmas Day. There is no prix fixe, no special holiday pricing, and no limited menu. Guests can choose from pasta, seafood, veal, chicken, rack of lamb, and more. Open 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM on December 25.
Reservations are strongly recommended for Christmas Day dine-in dinner. Families, tourists, and hotel guests make Ciao Italia a popular choice for holiday dining on International Drive. Walk-ins are welcome but may experience a longer wait. Call (407) 354-0770 or book through OpenTable.
Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821. We are directly across from DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld, approximately 0.9 miles (3 minutes) from the Orange County Convention Center, and 1.4 miles from SeaWorld Orlando.
No — Ciao Italia serves wine and beer only on Christmas Day and every night we are open. We do not offer cocktails, mixed drinks, or a full bar. We have a curated Italian wine list by the glass and bottle, plus imported and domestic beer.
Yes — free on-site parking is available right in front of the restaurant on Westwood Blvd, just off International Drive. Parking is always complimentary, including on Christmas Day, December 25.
Explore more holiday dining options at Ciao Italia on International Drive
Open December 25 • 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Free Parking
