Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center Dining Guide
Personal Italian hospitality — the Navarra family, 5 min from your hotel. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
The Dining Experience Extended Stay America Guests Deserve
You are in Orlando for a convention at the OCCC, staying at the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center. The hotel has a restaurant. International Drive has chains. But what you really want is a dining experience — a place where someone actually cares about the food, the wine, and whether you have a good time.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America, on International Drive and Westwood Blvd at 6149 Westwood Blvd. The Navarra family opened this restaurant in 1991 and has been personally welcoming guests ever since. This is not a corporate restaurant managed by a regional VP — it is a family home that happens to serve the best Italian food on I-Drive.
The Navarra Family Welcome
When you walk into Ciao Italia, someone from the Navarra family greets you. Not a hostess reading from a script — a family member who has been doing this for 35 years. They seat you, they check on your table, they recommend the dish they would eat themselves. That is what dining means here.
The food reflects the same personal care. Pasta rolled by hand. Sauces made from family recipes. The Calamari Saltati sautéed in white wine lemon butter, not frozen and fried. The Pappardelle al Cinghiale with wild boar ragu and porcini mushrooms that tastes like someone's Italian grandmother made it — because the recipe comes from one.
Wine and beer available — an Italian wine list selected with the same care as the food. No cocktails. The focus is on the dining experience, not the bar scene.
Private Dining and Group Events
At the Extended Stay America for a convention and need to host? Ciao Italia's private dining room seats up to 60 guests for intimate team dinners, client events, or celebration dinners. Full venue buyout accommodates 110 for larger groups. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person.
The Navarra family handles every event personally. No event coordinators, no banquet managers — just a family hosting your group in their restaurant. Call (407) 354-0770.
Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. Free parking. No dress code. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters or garages.
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, 5 min from Extended Stay America.
Reservations
Book online through OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins always welcome.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom group dining menus available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, they serve handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics every night from 5 to 10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated, 9 awards. 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive.
How far is Ciao Italia from Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center?
Ciao Italia is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive and Westwood Blvd.
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.
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 at Ciao Italia?
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. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.
Can Ciao Italia host a group dinner for Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center convention guests?
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Call (407) 354-0770 to arrange.
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The Dining Experience You Want
5 min from Extended Stay America. Navarra family hospitality. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
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.