Discovery Cove Orlando · International Drive
Discovery Cove Cast Member Discount
2 mi from Discovery Cove • Authentic Italian since 1991
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Discovery Cove Orlando · International Drive
2 mi from Discovery Cove • Authentic Italian since 1991
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, 2 mi from Discovery Cove.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Discovery Cove Team Dining
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.
Discovery Cove Cast Member Discount — 15% Off Food. Discovery Cove, SeaWorld and Aquatica employees get 15% off food at Ciao Italia with valid employee ID. Handmade pasta, seafood, wine & beer on International Drive. Open nightly.
No coupon. No app. No promo code. Just show your employee ID.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove.
If you work at Discovery Cove, SeaWorld, or any SeaWorld Parks property, you get 15% off eligible food at Ciao Italia Ristorante. Just show your employee ID to your server. No coupon, no app, no hoops to jump through.
Ciao Italia is a family-owned Italian restaurant just about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove. We have been in Orlando since 1991. We know what it is like to work long hours on your feet — we do it too. You deserve a real meal at the end of your shift, not fast food.
The discount applies to eligible food for your table. Alcohol excluded. Bring your family, bring your coworkers, bring whoever. Everyone eats for 15% less.
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
"Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service. This place is an absolute gem."
— Maria S. — Google"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"Went after a long day at the park and it was the perfect ending. Pasta was incredible, wine list was great, and the atmosphere was exactly what we needed."
— James T. — OpenTable
PLACEHOLDER
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 about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant serving homemade pasta, seafood, and Italian classics nightly. Show your Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off dinner. Free parking and walk-ins welcome.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 1.5 miles from Discovery Cove. The Navarra family has been making fresh pasta and Italian dishes here since 1991. The restaurant is casual, Zagat-rated, and has earned over 4,000 reviews. Kids menu is $13 with gelato.
Yes. Show your valid SeaWorld Parks employee ID at Ciao Italia and get 15% off eligible food for your entire table.
Yes. Cast members from Discovery Cove, SeaWorld Orlando, and Aquatica Orlando all qualify.
About 5 minutes by car, at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive.
Absolutely. The 15% discount applies to eligible food for your table. Alcohol excluded when you show your employee ID.
Walk-ins are always welcome. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Open nightly from 5 PM to 10 PM, seven days a week.
Yes. Come straight from work, no need to change. Casual dress is perfectly fine.
Absolutely. Discovery Cove guests love winding down with homemade Italian food in a casual, relaxed setting. No dress code required.
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Real Italian food, 2 mi from Discovery Cove. Family-owned since 1991.
