Theme Park Dining
Dinner Near Walt Disney World
Escape the crowds. Eat real Italian food.
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Theme Park Dining
Escape the crowds. Eat real Italian food.
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
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821). Established in 1991 by the Navarra family. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away, Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes), and Epic Universe (10 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Dinner Near Disney World Orlando. 20 minutes from Walt Disney World. Ciao Italia — Family-owned Italian since 1991. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood.
Family-owned and operated since 1991. Homemade pasta, fresh sauces, and Italian classics served nightly. Located on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — 3 minutes from SeaWorld, 4 minutes from Aquatica, and 5 minutes from the Convention Center.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. Open every night.
Everyone staying near Disney World has the same idea at dinnertime: Disney Springs. That means long waits, crowded restaurants, and premium prices for food that is often just average. Ciao Italia Ristorante gives you a better option. We are about 20 minutes from Walt Disney World, and we have been serving authentic Italian food in Orlando since before Disney's Animal Kingdom even existed.
The Navarra family opened Ciao Italia in 1991 with a simple mission: bring real Italian cooking to Orlando. Not theme-park Italian. Not corporate Italian. The kind of food that takes time, made by people who learned from their family. That mission has not changed in over 35 years, and neither has the quality.
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
"We have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
— The Rossi Family — OpenTable"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
— James R. — TripAdvisor"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit. Already planning our next trip back."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions.
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes east of Disney World on Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has been making homemade pasta and Italian classics since 1991. With highly awarded and over 4,000 reviews, it is a genuine alternative to Disney dining and I-Drive chains.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 12 miles from Disney World near International Drive. The restaurant has been family-owned since 1991 and serves homemade pasta, seafood, veal, and lamb chops. Kids menu is $13 with gelato. Free parking and walk-ins welcome.
Ciao Italia is approximately 20 minutes from Walt Disney World, depending on which park entrance you use. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821.
Yes. Our entrees are moderately priced and portions are generous. You get authentic Italian food at a fraction of what you would pay for a comparable meal inside the parks.
Yes. Free self-parking is available for all guests. No parking fees, no trams, no waiting.
Reservations are strongly recommended, especially during peak Disney season (holidays, spring break, summer). Call (407) 354-0770 or book online.
Ciao Italia is about a 15-minute drive from Walt Disney World, located at 6149 Westwood Blvd near International Drive. Free parking available.
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Real Italian food on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991.
