Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs
Kids menu with gelato. Handmade pasta. Free parking. 20 minutes from Disney Springs.
Family Dining That Does Not Break the Bank
Feeding a family at Disney Springs can easily cost $200 for a mediocre meal. The kids menu items are overpriced, the portions are calibrated for profit margins, and the atmosphere is designed to keep tables turning. If your family has been at Walt Disney World all day and wants a real dinner together, consider driving 20 minutes to an Italian restaurant that has been feeding families since 1991.
Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Blvd has a kids menu for $13 per child, ages 10 and under, that includes an entree and gelato for dessert. The kids can choose spaghetti marinara, spaghetti and meatball, penne alla vodka, cheese ravioli, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, or steak bites. Every option comes with a scoop of gelato. That is a complete meal for less than most Disney appetizers.
Parents Eat Well Too
While the kids are taken care of, the adults get to eat real Italian food. Handmade Pappardelle al Cinghiale with wild boar ragu. Linguine con Scampi with shrimp in garlic butter. Salmone Toscano with Tuscan herbs. Vitello alla Parmigiana with marinara and melted mozzarella. Every dish is made from scratch using recipes the Navarra family has passed down through generations.
Beer and wine are available for the adults. The dining room is casual, comfortable, and does not feel like a theme park extension. Free parking means no stroller logistics in a parking garage.
A Family Restaurant That Has Been Here for Families
The Navarra family opened Ciao Italia in 1991 and has been running it ever since. They raised their own family in this restaurant. They understand what it means to bring kids to dinner after a long day. The service is warm, the pace is accommodating, and the atmosphere is welcoming for all ages.
With 4,000+ reviews and 9 awards, Ciao Italia has earned its reputation as one of Orlando's best family-friendly Italian restaurants. Private dining for up to 60 guests is available for larger family gatherings. Call (407) 354-0770.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open nightly 5 PM to 10 PM. Seven days a week.
Parking
Free self-parking right in front of the restaurant.
About Family Dining Near Disney Springs
Disney Springs offers several family-friendly restaurants, but prices are typically higher than off-property alternatives. Families staying near Walt Disney World often look for nearby options that offer good kids menus, comfortable atmospheres, and reasonable prices.
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is 20 minutes from Disney Springs. The Navarra family has operated this restaurant since 1991. The $13 kids menu includes an entree and gelato. The adult menu features handmade pasta, seafood, veal, and lamb chops. 4,000+ reviews. 9 awards. Beer and wine. Free parking. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Disney Springs
Take I-4 East from Disney Springs to Exit 74A (Sand Lake Road). Head south on International Drive and turn right onto Westwood Blvd. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, about 12 miles and 20 minutes away. Free parking available.
People Also Ask About Family Restaurants Near Disney Springs
What family restaurants are outside Disney Springs?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant 20 minutes from Disney Springs. Kids menu $13 with gelato, handmade pasta, free parking. Open nightly 5-10 PM.
Is Ciao Italia good for kids?
Yes. The kids menu is $13 per child (10 and under) and includes an entree plus gelato. Options include spaghetti, ravioli, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, and more.
Are there affordable family restaurants near Disney Springs?
Ciao Italia offers family-friendly pricing with pasta starting at $19 for adults and $13 kids meals with gelato. No resort pricing or surcharges. Free parking.
About Dining Near Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs
When you are visiting Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs in Orlando, finding a genuine Italian dinner can feel impossible among the chains and tourist traps. Ciao Italia Ristorante has been the answer since 1991 — a family-owned Italian restaurant on Westwood Boulevard where everything is made from scratch.
The Navarra family runs the kitchen personally. Handmade pasta, fresh sauces, bread baked daily, and housemade desserts. The menu includes classics like lasagna and chicken parmigiana alongside refined dishes like pappardelle with wild boar ragu and risotto alla pescatora.
With 4,000+ reviews, 9 awards, and over 35 years of service, Ciao Italia is one of the most trusted Italian restaurants in the Orlando area. Italian wine and beer are available with dinner. Kids eat for $13 with gelato. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes from Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs. Head toward International Drive and continue to Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, with free parking right in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
More Questions About Dining Near Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs
What is a good Italian restaurant near Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes away. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, and lamb since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Where can I have dinner near Family Restaurants Outside Disney Springs?
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes away and serves authentic Italian food made from scratch. Italian wine and beer with dinner, free parking, kids menu with gelato. Walk-ins welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is on the kids menu at Ciao Italia?
The kids menu is $13 and includes spaghetti marinara, spaghetti and meatball, penne alla vodka, cheese ravioli, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, or steak bites, all with gelato for dessert.
Is Ciao Italia casual enough for families with young kids?
Yes. Ciao Italia is casual and welcoming for all ages. The Navarra family has been running this restaurant since 1991 and understands family dining.
Does Ciao Italia have high chairs?
Yes. High chairs and booster seats are available. The restaurant is fully accommodating for families with young children.
Can we do a family celebration at Ciao Italia?
Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests with customizable group menus. Call (407) 354-0770 to arrange.
Is there parking for families at Ciao Italia?
Yes. Free self-parking is available right in front of the restaurant. No garages, no valet fees, no shuttles.
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Bring the Whole Family
Kids menu with gelato. Handmade pasta. 20 minutes from Disney Springs.
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.