Dinner Near Hilton Orlando
Drive 5 minutes from the Hilton for handmade Italian. Better than hotel dining, better prices. 10% off with park ticket.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
The Best Dinner After a Long Convention Day
You have been in conference rooms since 8 AM. The hotel restaurant feels like more of the same. The convention center food court closed an hour ago. You need real food, a glass of wine, and a chair that is not bolted to a conference table.
Drive 5 minutes to Ciao Italia Ristorante — a family-owned Italian restaurant where everything is made from scratch. The Navarra family has been here since 1991, at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. Real food, real atmosphere, real prices. Free parking right in front. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 culinary awards earned over 35 years.
No dress code. Come in your convention badge and comfortable shoes. Shorts welcome. This is casual Italian done right — upscale vibes, casual comfort.
What to Order After a Long Day
Convention days are exhausting. You want comfort food that actually tastes like someone made it with care. Here is what Hilton Orlando guests order most:
- Fettuccine Alfredo — creamy, rich, made from scratch. Add chicken or shrimp if you are hungry.
- Lasagna — classic Bolognese beef, layered with mozzarella and Parmigiano-Reggiano
- Pollo alla Parmigiana — breaded chicken breast with marinara and melted mozzarella
- Risotto alla Pescatora — arborio rice loaded with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari
- Agnello — Australian lamb chops with mashed potatoes and asparagus
Italian wine and beer to unwind. No rush, no convention noise, no hotel lobby ambiance. Just a quiet family restaurant where the food is the point.
Team Dinner? Private Dining for 60
Bringing your team out after the conference? Entertaining clients? Celebrating a successful trade show? Ciao Italia has a private dining room that seats up to 60 guests — or a full venue buyout for up to 110.
Group dining packages run $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus built around your group. The restaurant is a 5-minute drive from the Hilton Orlando, with free parking for the entire group. Call (407) 354-0770 to set up a team dinner or email for a custom quote.
This is not a banquet hall. It is a family restaurant with a private room. Your group gets the same scratch-made food, the same Italian wine list, the same hospitality the Navarra family has delivered for 35 years.
SeaWorld Ticket = 10% Off
If your convention schedule included a day at SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove, bring your ticket to dinner. Show it at Ciao Italia and save 10% on your entire check — antipasti through dessert. The parks are minutes from the Hilton Orlando, and Ciao Italia is a quick drive from both.
How to Get There
Head west on International Drive from the Hilton Orlando. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — 0.8 miles, about a 5-minute drive. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No valet, no meters — just pull in and walk through the door.
After dinner, it is a quick drive back to the Hilton. You will sleep better than anyone who ate at the hotel restaurant.
More Questions About Dinner Near Hilton Orlando
Where is the best dinner near Hilton Orlando after a convention?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 0.8 miles from the Hilton Orlando — about a 5-minute drive. After a long day at the Convention Center, drive over for handmade Italian. Family-owned since 1991 with over 4,000 reviews. Free parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Does Ciao Italia have private dining for groups?
Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests — ideal for convention team dinners, corporate groups, and client entertainment. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Full venue buyout seats up to 110. Call (407) 354-0770 to book.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
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?
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.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. Important for Hilton Orlando guests who are driving over.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
5 Minutes from Hilton Orlando
0.8 miles — free parking when you arrive
Get Driving Directions from Hilton OrlandoMore From Ciao Italia
"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"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David K. — TripAdvisorDinner After the Convention
5-minute drive from Hilton Orlando. Free parking.
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.