Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center Restaurants Within Easy Reach
Quick drive to the best Italian on I-Drive. Free parking at the door. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
The Easiest Great Dinner Near Extended Stay America
The Extended Stay America Orlando Convention Center is surrounded by the usual International Drive options — chains, fast food, hotel dining rooms. None of them are worth getting excited about. But a 5 minutes drive puts you at Ciao Italia Ristorante, the family-owned Italian place that has been the local choice on I-Drive since 1991.
Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive and Westwood Blvd, Ciao Italia has free parking right in front. No garage, no meters, no valet. Pull in, park, walk to the door. The Navarra family greets you, seats you, and serves you handmade Italian that has earned 4,000+ reviews over 35 years.
Why the Short Drive Beats Walking to a Chain
You could walk to the chain restaurant next to the hotel. You would get reheated pasta, a watered-down drink, and a $35 bill for food that tastes like every other city you have visited. Or you could drive 5 minutes and eat handmade Tortellini Brasato e Tartufo with braised beef and truffle cream for $27.
The Fettuccine Alfredo at Ciao Italia is $19 — made with real cream and Parmigiano-Reggiano, not from a powder packet. The Calamari Saltati is sautéed in white wine lemon butter — not battered and thrown in a deep fryer. The Risotto alla Pescatora with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari is $36 — a dish that would cost $55+ at a hotel restaurant.
Wine and beer available. No cocktails. $13 kids menu with gelato. Casual dress — shorts and convention badges welcome.
Convention Groups Welcome
At the Extended Stay America for an OCCC convention? Bring the team. Private dining room for 60, full buyout for 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off individual checks. Call (407) 354-0770.
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
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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.