Restaurants Near SeaWorld Orlando
Real Italian food, 3 minutes from the park. Show your ticket for 10% off dinner.
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The Best Restaurant Near SeaWorld That Locals Actually Recommend
When you search for restaurants near SeaWorld Orlando, you get page after page of chain restaurants on International Drive. Most of them serve the same reheated food you can get anywhere. Ciao Italia Ristorante is the place locals tell their friends about. A family-owned Italian restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd, just a 3-minute drive from SeaWorld's front gate.
We have been here since 1991, long before most of those chains showed up. The pasta is made fresh every day. The sauces are homemade. The bread comes out of the oven warm. It is a real neighborhood restaurant where the owner greets you at the door and the staff remembers you if you come back.
Whether your family just spent the day at SeaWorld or you are looking for a relaxed dinner near the parks, Ciao Italia is the kind of restaurant that turns a good vacation into a great one. Show your SeaWorld ticket and save 10% on dinner for your entire table.
- 3-minute drive from SeaWorld Orlando
- 10% off dinner with any valid SeaWorld ticket
- Kids menu $13, includes gelato dessert
- Homemade pasta, bread, and sauces daily
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome, open 7 nights a week
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
- Casual and welcoming, not stuffy or formal
Not Your Typical Tourist Dinner
International Drive has dozens of restaurants. Most are the same chains you have back home. Ciao Italia is different. We are a real neighborhood Italian restaurant where the owner knows your name by dessert.
The dining room is warm and comfortable. Families with kids sit right next to couples on date night. You can come in flip-flops after the waterpark or dressed up for a birthday dinner. Everyone is welcome here.
We are especially popular with families staying at hotels near SeaWorld. The restaurant is easy to find on Westwood Boulevard, parking is free, and most nights you can walk right in without a reservation.
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.
Or book right here
About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando
SeaWorld Orlando attracts families, couples, and groups from around the world. The park's combination of thrill rides, marine exhibits, and seasonal events makes it a full-day commitment. By closing time, appetites are real and patience for long restaurant waits is low.
The International Drive corridor near SeaWorld is lined with restaurants, but the options lean heavily toward fast food, buffets, and national chains. For visitors who want a real dinner experience without driving across Orlando, the choices narrow quickly.
Ciao Italia Ristorante offers something different. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant on Westwood Boulevard, about 3 minutes south of SeaWorld. The Navarra family has been making fresh pasta and sauces in this kitchen since 1991. Nine awards and over 4,000 reviews later, the restaurant has become a trusted post-park destination.
The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming. There is no dress code, the staff is used to families coming straight from the park, and the kids menu at $13 includes gelato. It is the kind of place where dinner feels like a reward, not just a necessity.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from SeaWorld
Ciao Italia is about 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando, roughly half a mile south on International Drive. When you exit the park, head south on I-Drive and turn right onto Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is on your left with a free parking lot in front. If you are using a rideshare, tell your driver 6149 Westwood Boulevard. The ride is short enough that it barely registers on the meter.
More Questions About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando
What is the closest Italian restaurant to SeaWorld Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of the closest Italian restaurants to SeaWorld, located about 3 minutes south on Westwood Boulevard. It has been family-owned since 1991 and serves homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics nightly from 5 to 10 PM.
Do I need a reservation after SeaWorld for dinner?
At Ciao Italia Ristorante, walk-ins are welcome every night. For weekends or groups of 6 or more, calling ahead at (407) 354-0770 is recommended. The restaurant is 3 minutes from SeaWorld and opens at 5 PM nightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What restaurants are near SeaWorld Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant just 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando. We serve homemade pasta, fresh seafood, chicken parmigiana, lasagna, and more. Show your SeaWorld ticket and get 10% off dinner for your whole table.
How far is Ciao Italia from SeaWorld Orlando?
About 3 minutes by car. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on International Drive.
How do I get the 10% SeaWorld ticket discount?
Just show your valid SeaWorld Orlando ticket or pass to your server. No coupon or app needed. The discount applies to dinner for your entire table.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. We are a casual, welcoming restaurant. Kids menu is $13 and includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. Families are the majority of our guests after park days.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are always welcome. For weekends or groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no stress after a long park day.
Does Ciao Italia offer a discount for SeaWorld visitors?
Yes. Show your valid SeaWorld Orlando ticket or annual pass to your server and receive 10% off dinner for your entire table.
Just 1 mile from SeaWorld Orlando
3 minutes drive via Westwood Blvd — free parking at the door
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"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David K. — TripAdvisorDinner After SeaWorld Starts Here
Show your ticket. Bring the whole family. We will handle the rest.
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.
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