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You are closer than you think. Real Italian food on Westwood Blvd, right off I-Drive.

35+
Years
4,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
7
Days a Week

You Are Already Close

If you are searching for food nearby in Orlando, chances are you are hungry right now and want something close. We get it. Ciao Italia Ristorante sits at 6149 Westwood Blvd, just off International Drive and minutes from SeaWorld, the Orange County Convention Center, and dozens of hotels. You do not need to drive across town. You do not need to fight I-4 traffic. You are practically here already.

We have been cooking at this location since 1991. The Navarra family opened the doors over 35 years ago, and nothing has changed about how we make the food. The pasta is handmade in house. The sauces are made from scratch every day. The Risotto Pescatore is loaded with shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari. This is not a chain restaurant microwaving frozen bags in the back. This is real cooking, right around the corner from wherever you are standing.

Not Fast Food. Real Food.

The Orlando tourist corridor is packed with fast food, chain restaurants, and places that look nice from the outside but serve reheated plates. When you search for food nearby, you deserve better than that. Our Fettuccine Alfredo is made with cream and parmesan, tossed to order. The Veal Piccata is lightly sauteed with lemon, capers, and white wine. The Pollo Marsala is the kind of dish people come back for every time they visit Orlando.

And if you have kids, our $13 kids menu includes an entree, drink, and gelato. Real gelato, not soft serve from a machine. Your kids eat well, you eat well, and nobody had to settle for chicken nuggets from a drive-through.

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What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“We were looking for something close to our hotel and stumbled onto this place. Best accident of the whole trip. The pasta was incredible.”

Google Review
★★★★★

“Forget the chain restaurants on I-Drive. This is the real deal. Handmade everything and the staff treats you like family.”

TripAdvisor Review
★★★★★

“Right around the corner from SeaWorld. We had the risotto and the veal and both were perfect. Will definitely come back.”

Yelp Review

Easy to Find, Easy to Park

One of the worst parts of eating out in Orlando is the parking situation. Theme park lots, paid garages, circling the block. At Ciao Italia, we have free self-parking right at the restaurant. Pull in, park, walk inside. No fees, no hassle, no Uber surge pricing at the end of the night.

We are open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins are welcome every night, though if you are coming with a larger group, calling ahead at (407) 354-0770 is a smart move. For private dining, we have a room that seats up to 60 guests and full restaurant buyouts for up to 110.

Better Than What You Will Find on I-Drive

International Drive has plenty of options. Olive Garden, Carrabba's, Maggiano's, Bonefish Grill. They are fine for what they are. But if you want food that was actually made by a person who cares about what goes on the plate, come to us. We have been here longer than most of those places, and with over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards including Zagat Rated and OpenTable Diners Choice, the reputation speaks for itself.

Do not want to dine in? We are also on Uber Eats and DoorDash. Order from your hotel room, your vacation rental, or wherever you are staying. The food travels well because it was made well.

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Cuisine

Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, chicken, and classic Italian preparations.

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Hours

Open 7 days a week, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Including all holidays.

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Parking

Free self-parking for all guests. No valet fees or garage charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What food is nearby in Orlando near SeaWorld and I-Drive?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, right between SeaWorld and International Drive. We serve handmade Italian pasta, fresh seafood, veal, and more every night from 5 to 10 PM.

Is Ciao Italia within walking distance of International Drive hotels?

We are a short drive from most I-Drive hotels, typically under 5 minutes. Free self-parking is available at the restaurant.

Do I need reservations or can I walk in?

Walk-ins are always welcome. If you want to guarantee a table during busy nights, you can call (407) 354-0770 to reserve ahead.

Does Ciao Italia offer takeout or delivery?

Yes. You can order takeout through Uber Eats or DoorDash if you prefer to eat at your hotel or vacation rental.

Come Eat With Us

You are already nearby. Walk in or call ahead.

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