Family Celebrations at an Orlando Restaurant That Gets It
Birthdays, graduations, reunions, and milestones. Private dining for up to 60 guests. Since 1991.
When the Moment Matters, the Restaurant Matters
A 50th birthday. A college graduation dinner. A family reunion where cousins who have not seen each other in years are finally at the same table. These are the moments that matter, and the restaurant you choose shapes the memory. A chain with loud music and shared servers is not going to cut it. A family celebration restaurant in Orlando needs to deliver on food, privacy, and the feeling that this evening is about your family and nobody else.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family restaurant in the truest sense. The Navarra family has owned and operated this place since 1991. They understand milestones because they have been part of thousands of them. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests. The menu is customized for your group. The room is yours for the evening. When a family walks in to celebrate, the Navarras treat them the way they would treat their own.
Celebrations the Navarra Family Has Hosted
Over 35 years, Ciao Italia has been the setting for every kind of family celebration. Milestone birthdays from sweet sixteens to 90th birthday dinners. High school and college graduations. Anniversary dinners for couples married 25 or 50 years. Family reunions that bring together three generations. Retirement celebrations. Engagement parties. Baptism and communion dinners. Every celebration gets the same attention from the Navarra family.
For groups of 10 or more, the family offers customizable prix fixe menus. Shared antipasti, a choice of entrees, and dessert. You can bring your own cake and the staff will plate and serve it. Decorations are welcome in the private room. Balloons, flowers, photos, banners. The room is yours to personalize.
A Restaurant That Feels Like Home
The reason families keep coming back to Ciao Italia is that it feels like eating at someone's home, not at a restaurant. The food is homemade. The owners know your name. The servers genuinely care that the evening goes well. That is what 35 years of family ownership produces. It cannot be replicated by a corporate chain or a restaurant group.
Located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821, near SeaWorld and I-Drive. Free self-parking for all guests. Open seven days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. Call (407) 354-0770 to plan your family celebration.
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. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
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 menus available.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring a birthday cake to Ciao Italia?
Yes. Guests are welcome to bring their own cake or dessert for the celebration. The staff will plate and serve it for your group. There is no cake-cutting fee.
What celebrations does Ciao Italia host?
Ciao Italia hosts birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, family reunions, retirement dinners, engagement parties, and any family milestone. The private room seats up to 60 guests.
Can I set up decorations for a family celebration?
Yes. The private dining room is available for decoration before your event. Balloons, flowers, banners, and photos are all welcome. Coordinate setup timing with the Navarra family at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia offer family-style dining?
Yes. For group celebrations, the Navarra family offers prix fixe menus with shared appetizers and a choice of entrees. Family-style platters can also be arranged for a communal dining experience.
What is the atmosphere like at Ciao Italia for families?
Casual and welcoming. No dress code. Families with kids sit alongside couples and groups. The dining room is warm and comfortable, not stuffy.
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Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.