Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center Food Guide
Scratch-made Italian beats hotel food every time. 5 min from Extended Stay America. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Convention Food vs. Real Food
You have spent the day at the Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center and the Orange County Convention Center. You ate what the convention offered — lukewarm chicken, overcooked pasta from a steam tray, a salad that looked like it gave up hours ago. Now you want food. Real food. The kind someone actually cooks for you.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5 minutes drive from the Extended Stay America, on International Drive and Westwood Blvd. The Navarra family has been making everything from scratch since 1991 — pasta rolled in the kitchen, sauces simmered all afternoon, meatballs handmade daily. This is the antidote to convention food.
Everything Is Made From Scratch
- Pasta: rolled and cut by hand in the kitchen, not from a box
- Sauces: simmered from scratch daily — Bolognese, marinara, vodka cream
- Calamari: sautéed in white wine lemon butter — never fried
- Risotto: cooked to order with arborio rice — not instant
- Meatballs: handmade daily with the family recipe
- Desserts: gelato and tiramisu made in-house
- Wine and beer: Italian wine list curated to pair with the food
What to Eat After a Convention Day
If you are starving: the Lasagna ($21) or the Spaghetti con Polpette ($19) — comfort food that hits right after a long day. If you want something special: the Tortellini Brasato e Tartufo ($27) with braised beef and truffle cream. If you want to treat yourself: the Agnello ($44) — Australian lamb chops with mashed potatoes and asparagus.
For lighter appetites after all-day convention snacking: the Insalata Novella ($12) with organic lettuce and balsamic vinaigrette, or the Salmone Toscano ($32) — pan-seared with Tuscan herbs.
$13 kids menu with gelato. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off. Free parking. No dress code.
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.
5 min from Extended Stay America
Scratch-made Italian — free parking
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5 min from Extended Stay America. Everything scratch-made. 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.