Restaurants Near You
Good Food Near Me in Orlando
Not just any food. Good food. Handmade Italian from a family that has been here 35 years.
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Restaurants Near You
Not just any food. Good food. Handmade Italian from a family that has been here 35 years.
Our Story
When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.
More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive, 0.9 miles from the Orange County Convention Center.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Near You
Good food near you in Orlando should start with ingredients and careful cooking, not just a convenient location. At Ciao Italia Ristorante, the Navarra family has made Italian dinners part of the International Drive neighborhood since 1991. The restaurant’s appeal is straightforward: familiar flavors, a warm welcome and time to enjoy the meal.
Scratch-made pasta offers comfort, while fresh seafood and Australian rack of lamb give diners plenty of variety. Veal piccata adds a classic Italian preparation to the choices. Guests can enjoy a glass of wine or a beer, then relax without worrying about a dress code or an overly formal atmosphere.
Find the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Boulevard in Orlando, directly opposite the DoubleTree by Hilton. Ciao Italia opens every night at 5 and serves dinner until 10, so it works for an early family meal or a later evening out. Free parking and a walk-in-friendly policy make choosing dinner here refreshingly simple.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story
Private Dining & Group Events
Celebrate at Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned since 1991 on International Drive in Orlando. From corporate dinners and family celebrations to special occasions, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and flexible spaces tailored to your event.
All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.
Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.
What Guests Say
"Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service. This place is an absolute gem on International Drive."
— Verified Guest — Google"Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service. This place is an absolute gem."
— Maria S. — Google"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit. Already planning our next trip back."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google
PLACEHOLDER
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Authentic Italian food on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991.
