You Chose the Waldorf for a Reason
Guests who book the Waldorf Astoria Orlando expect a certain standard. The room is immaculate, the pool is pristine, the golf course is championship-level. But when dinner rolls around, the resort restaurants come with resort pricing. A plate of pasta should not cost what a round of golf does. Ciao Italia Ristorante delivers the same caliber of food that Waldorf guests expect, crafted by a family that has spent over three decades perfecting authentic Italian cuisine, at prices that will not require an expense report.
Since 1991, the Navarra family has earned more than 3,000 reviews, 9 culinary awards, and a Zagat rating by doing one thing exceptionally well: real Italian food made with real technique and real ingredients. No shortcuts. No corporate kitchen. Just a family that takes pride in every plate that leaves the kitchen.
The Quality You Expect, Off Property
Waldorf Astoria guests are accustomed to handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and premium cuts prepared with care. That is exactly what Ciao Italia has served for 35 years. The fettuccine is rolled in-house. The veal is sourced carefully and prepared classically. The lamb chops are grilled to order. The seafood risotto is made fresh every evening. This is not a tourist trap with a red-checkered tablecloth. It is a Zagat-rated Italian restaurant with the kind of consistency that only comes from decades of family ownership.
The wine list is thoughtfully curated, the desserts are made in-house, and the service reflects the kind of attention that comes from a team that has been doing this together for years. Many of our servers have been with the Navarra family for over a decade.
A Short Drive from Bonnet Creek
Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, just minutes from the Waldorf Astoria in the Bonnet Creek area. The drive is quick and easy, and you will never pay for parking. Free self-parking is included for every guest, every night. Compare that to the resort valet fee and the savings start before you even sit down.
