Dinner Near Aventura Hotel Universal Orlando
Family-owned Italian since 1991. 15 min drive. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
A Better Dinner Than CityWalk
Aventura Hotel is sleek and modern, but the dining options nearby are the same CityWalk chains everyone else is eating at. If you want something different — something family-owned, scratch-made, and actually worth remembering — drive 15 minutes south to Ciao Italia on International Drive.
The Navarra family opened this restaurant in 1991. They are still here, still cooking, still greeting guests at the door. The pasta is handmade. The Pappardelle al Cinghiale with wild boar ragu is unlike anything you will find at a theme park restaurant. The Sacchetti di Filetto with truffle sage and sliced filet is the kind of dish that makes you cancel tomorrow's dinner reservation.
Ciao Italia is casual and welcoming. No dress code, no pretension. Kids eat for $13 with gelato included. Wine and beer available. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off dinner. Open every night from 5 to 10 PM.
Why Guests Choose Ciao Italia
- 35+ years of family-owned Italian tradition by the Navarra family
- 4,000+ reviews — one of Orlando's most-reviewed Italian restaurants
- Everything made from scratch daily — pasta, sauces, desserts
- Zagat rated with 9 culinary awards
- $13 kids menu with gelato included
- 10% off dinner with your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket
- Free parking right in front of the restaurant
- Upscale vibes, casual comfort — shorts welcome, no dress code
Bring Your SeaWorld Ticket
Spent the day at SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove? Show your ticket at dinner and save 10%. From Aventura Hotel, take Universal Blvd south to International Drive — Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Sit down to handmade pasta, order a glass of Italian wine, and keep a little more in your pocket. The discount applies to your entire dinner check — antipasti through dessert.
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. On International Drive, 15 min from Universal Aventura Hotel.
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. Group dining packages available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Universal Aventura Hotel?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 15-minute drive from Universal Aventura Hotel. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, they serve handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics every night from 5 to 10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated, 9 awards. 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando.
How far is Ciao Italia from Universal Aventura Hotel?
Ciao Italia is a 15-minute drive from Universal Aventura Hotel, located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando. Free parking right in front.
Does Ciao Italia offer a SeaWorld discount?
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. The discount applies to your entire check.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Do I need a reservation at Ciao Italia?
Walk-ins are welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have wine?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food. Wine and beer only — no cocktails.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
15 min from Universal Aventura Hotel
From Aventura Hotel, take Universal Blvd south to International Drive — Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
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15 min from your hotel. Bring your SeaWorld ticket for 10% off.
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.