Food Near Residence Inn Orlando at SeaWorld
Homemade Italian just 3 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Great Food Near Residence Inn Orlando at SeaWorld
Hungry after a long day? Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from Residence Inn Orlando at SeaWorld. 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
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
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.
About Dining Near Residence Inn SeaWorld Orlando
The Residence Inn near SeaWorld is popular with families on extended stays and business travelers who want a kitchen in their room. But after a few nights of cooking in, most guests start looking for a proper restaurant nearby.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 3 minutes from the Residence Inn on Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has owned and operated this Italian restaurant since 1991, making everything from scratch daily. It is the closest thing to a home-cooked Italian dinner you will find in the SeaWorld area.
The restaurant is casual and welcoming — no dress code, no pretense. Kids eat for $13 with gelato included. Free parking is right out front. Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM.
With over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards, Ciao Italia is the dinner option that Residence Inn guests wish the front desk had told them about on check-in day.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Residence Inn SeaWorld Orlando
From the Residence Inn SeaWorld, head south on Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd — about 3 minutes from the hotel. Free parking lot right in front. It is one of the easiest dinner drives you will make all trip.
More Questions About Dining Near Residence Inn SeaWorld Orlando
What restaurants are near the Residence Inn SeaWorld Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 3 minutes from the Residence Inn on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant open since 1991, serving homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, and lamb chops nightly from 5 to 10 PM.
Is there a good Italian restaurant near SeaWorld Orlando?
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is on Westwood Boulevard, about 3 minutes from SeaWorld and the Residence Inn. The Navarra family makes everything from scratch daily. Over 4,000 reviews, 9 awards, and free parking.
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.
Just 1 mile from SeaWorld Orlando
3 minutes drive via Westwood Blvd — free parking at the door
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Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.
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.