Ciao Italia Ristorante dining room
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Engagement Dinner in Orlando

You said yes. Now gather your favorite people around a long Italian table and celebrate the start of something beautiful.

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The First Celebration of Your New Chapter

The engagement dinner is where it starts to feel real. The ring is on, the calls have been made, and now it is time to bring everyone together for the first time as an engaged couple. It is one of the most joyful dinners you will ever host, and it deserves a restaurant that matches the occasion.

Ciao Italia Ristorante has been the backdrop for engagement celebrations in Orlando since 1991. Our warm dining room, scratch-made Italian food, and attentive staff create exactly the kind of evening that an engagement calls for — festive, personal, and full of good food and better company.

Italian Food Is Made for Celebrating

There is a reason Italian dinners feel like celebrations even on a Tuesday. The food is communal. The portions are generous. The wine flows. And the table always seems to grow to fit one more person. At Ciao Italia, engagement dinners feel natural because Italian food is built for exactly this kind of gathering.

Start with shared antipasti and bruschetta. Move into handmade pastas, fresh seafood, and hearty entrees. End with tiramisu or panna cotta while the toasts are still happening. The food does not just feed your guests — it brings them together.

Private Dining for Your Engagement Party

Whether your engagement dinner is an intimate gathering of ten or a full-scale party of fifty, Ciao Italia has the space. Our private dining area accommodates up to 60 guests with dedicated service, and a full restaurant buyout seats up to 110 for truly large celebrations.

We work with you on custom menus, family-style or plated service, and any special touches you want. This is your night — our job is to make it flow seamlessly while you focus on celebrating with the people who matter most.

What an Engagement Dinner Looks Like at Ciao Italia

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What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service.”

Google
★★★★★

“The risotto pescatore is the best in Orlando. Feels like family.”

TripAdvisor
★★★★★

“A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps.”

OpenTable

Conveniently Located for Everyone

At 6149 Westwood Blvd, Ciao Italia is centrally located near SeaWorld, Aquatica, and the Orange County Convention Center. If you have guests coming in from out of town, we are easy to find from any Orlando hotel. Free self-parking means nobody is fumbling with valet or garage tickets on a night meant for celebrating.

From Engagement Dinner to Wedding — We Are Part of Your Story

Many couples who celebrate their engagement at Ciao Italia come back for rehearsal dinners, family gatherings, and anniversaries. Once you experience our hospitality, you understand why. We are not just a restaurant for one night — we become part of your family's story.

6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821

Pollo Marsala Sacchetti
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Cuisine

Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.

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Hours

Open 7 days a week, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Including all holidays.

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Parking

Complimentary self-parking for all guests. No valet fees or surcharges.

Frequently Asked Questions

An Evening Worth Savoring

Zagat-rated Italian dining, family-owned since 1991. Open tonight, 5–10 PM.

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