Ciao Italia Ristorante exterior evening Orlando
Food Near Courtyard

Food Near Courtyard by Marriott Orlando I-Drive

Homemade Italian just 2 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.

Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd

Family dinner at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando
35+
Years Open
4,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
$$
Price Range

Great Food Near Courtyard by Marriott Orlando I-Drive

Hungry after a long day? Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from Courtyard by Marriott Orlando I-Drive. Skip the fast food and the hotel restaurant markup. Sit down to homemade pasta, fresh bread, and the kind of Italian food that has earned 4,000+ reviews over 35 years. Family-owned, casual, welcoming. No reservation needed.

Popular Dishes

  • Fettuccine Alfredo — creamy, classic, made to order
  • Chicken Parmigiana — hand-breaded, fresh mozzarella
  • Lasagna Bolognese — slow-cooked, layered, 35-year recipe
  • Risotto alla Pescatora — clams, mussels, shrimp, calamari
  • Lamb Chops — Australian rack with mashed potatoes and asparagus
  • $13 kids menu with gelato included
  • Rack of lamb at Ciao Italia Orlando
    Italian charcuterie at Ciao Italia Orlando Chicken parmigiana at Ciao Italia Orlando
    Wine evening at Ciao Italia Orlando Linguine alle Vongole at Ciao Italia

    Better Than Hotel Dining

    Hotel restaurants charge hotel prices for food that was prepped hours ago. Ciao Italia charges neighborhood prices for food that was made by hand today. The Fettuccine Alfredo, the Chicken Parmigiana, the Risotto alla Pescatora — everything is cooked to order in a kitchen that has been perfecting these recipes for more than 35 years. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770.

    Practical Details

    Address

    6149 Westwood Blvd
    Orlando, FL 32821

    Hours & Phone

    Open Nightly 5–10 PM
    (407) 354-0770

    Parking

    Free parking lot
    right in front

    About Dining Near I-Drive

    International Drive is the heart of Orlando's tourist corridor. Stretching over 11 miles through the center of the city, I-Drive is home to theme parks, attractions, outlet malls, and hundreds of restaurants. Millions of visitors walk this strip every year looking for somewhere to eat after a long day.

    The problem with dining on International Drive is that most of the restaurants are chains. The same menus you can find in any airport or shopping mall. The food is predictable, the service is rushed, and the experience is forgettable. Visitors deserve better than that.

    Ciao Italia Ristorante sits just off International Drive on Westwood Boulevard, where the Navarra family has been cooking authentic Italian food since 1991. The pasta is handmade daily. The sauces are made from scratch. The bread is baked fresh every evening. It is a fundamentally different dining experience than anything on the main strip.

    Whether you are staying at one of the I-Drive hotels, visiting SeaWorld or Aquatica, or spending the day at the outlets, Ciao Italia is 2 minutes from the action. Free parking, walk-ins welcome, and open every night from 5 to 10 PM.

    How to Get to Ciao Italia from I-Drive

    From International Drive, take Westwood Boulevard south. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on the right side, with a free parking lot directly in front. It is 2 minutes from I-Drive and on the same road as SeaWorld's main entrance.

    More Questions About Dining Near I-Drive

    Does Ciao Italia have private dining for groups visiting I-Drive?

    Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests with group menus available. It is popular for family reunions, birthday dinners, and corporate groups visiting the I-Drive area. Call (407) 354-0770 to reserve.

    How many awards has Ciao Italia won?

    Ciao Italia has earned 9 dining awards over its 35+ years in operation, including Zagat recognition. The restaurant also has over 4,000 reviews across Google, TripAdvisor, and OpenTable.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?

    Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available.

    Do I need a reservation?

    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.

    Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

    Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.

    What are Ciao Italia hours?

    Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.

    Ciao Italia Ristorante is independently owned and operated. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Courtyard or any hotel, resort, or attraction referenced on this page. Offers subject to change.

    Food Near Courtyard

    Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.

    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.