Discovery Cove Orlando · International Drive
Discovery Cove Orlando? Get 10% Off Dinner
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
Near Discovery Cove
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 Orlando — 10% Off Dinner | Ciao Italia Ristorante. Visiting Discovery Cove Orlando? Ciao Italia is 2 miles away on International Drive. Show your ticket for 10% off food — handmade pasta, seafood, wine & beer. Free parking. Open nightly.
No coupon. No app. No promo code. Just show your ticket.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove.
You spent the day swimming with dolphins, snorkeling in tropical reefs, and floating down lazy rivers. Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive experience, but dinner is not included. And after a full day in the water, everyone is starving.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned casual Italian restaurant just about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove Orlando. We have been feeding families after park days since 1991. The pasta is made fresh daily. The sauces are homemade. And the dining room is calm and comfortable after a long day in the sun.
Show your Discovery Cove ticket to your server and get 10% off eligible food for your table. Day passes, resort packages, and multi-park passes all qualify.
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
After a day at Discovery Cove, many guests head to Ciao Italia Ristorante, about 5 minutes away on Westwood Boulevard. The quiet Italian dining room is a perfect transition from the relaxed pace of Discovery Cove. Homemade pasta, seafood, lamb chops, and wine. Casual dress is fine.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 5 minutes from Discovery Cove and has a kids menu for $13 that includes gelato. Options include spaghetti, steak bites, fettuccine alfredo, and more. The restaurant is family-friendly with no dress code and free parking.
Yes. Show your valid Discovery Cove Orlando ticket at Ciao Italia and receive 10% off eligible food for your table. Day passes, resort packages, and multi-park passes all qualify.
About 5 minutes by car. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on International Drive.
Absolutely. We are a casual, welcoming restaurant. Kids menu is $13 and includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. Families are the majority of our guests after park days.
Walk-ins are always welcome. For weekends or groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no stress after a long day at the park.
Authentic Italian — homemade pasta, fresh sauces, seafood, veal, chicken parm, lasagna, and housemade desserts. Casual and welcoming, not fine dining.
Yes. Multi-park passes, day passes, resort packages, and any valid Discovery Cove admission all qualify.
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Real Italian food, 2 mi from Discovery Cove. Family-owned since 1991.
