3,000+ Reviews
Highly Rated Italian Restaurant in Orlando
Over 3,000 reviews. 9 awards. Zagat rated. There is a reason people keep coming back.
3,000+ Reviews and Counting
Reviews do not lie. Not when there are 3,000 of them. One good review could be a fluke. A hundred could be loyal friends and family. But when thousands of strangers, from every state and dozens of countries, consistently say the same thing, you are looking at a restaurant that delivers. Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of the highest rated Italian restaurants in Orlando, and the numbers speak louder than any advertisement ever could.
The Navarra family opened Ciao Italia in 1991 on Westwood Boulevard. Over 35 years later, the reviews keep coming in across Google, TripAdvisor, OpenTable, and Yelp. The themes are always the same: the pasta is fresh, the service is warm, the atmosphere feels like home, and the food tastes like it was made by someone who actually cares. That is not marketing. That is 3,000 people saying the same thing independently.
What Earns the Ratings
The food is the foundation. Every pasta is made fresh in-house daily. The Pappardelle with Wild Boar Ragu has been a signature since the early years. The Risotto alla Pescatora is loaded with fresh seafood. The Vitello Piccata is tender and perfectly balanced. The tiramisu is made every morning. Nothing is reheated, nothing is pre-made, and nothing comes from a package.
But the reviews are not just about the food. Guests mention the service as often as the pasta. The Navarra family is still present, still greeting guests, still running the kitchen. That kind of ownership shows in every detail, from the way the wine is poured to the way the table is set. It is the reason a restaurant can maintain this level of consistency for over three decades.
Visit Details
Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821, near SeaWorld, International Drive, and the Orange County Convention Center. Free self-parking is available. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Reservations are recommended and can be made by calling (407) 354-0770 or booking through OpenTable. Private dining is available for groups up to 60, with full restaurant buyouts for up to 110.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many reviews does Ciao Italia have?
Ciao Italia Ristorante has over 3,000 reviews across Google, TripAdvisor, OpenTable, and Yelp. The restaurant maintains high ratings on all major platforms and has earned 9 awards including Zagat recognition.
Why is Ciao Italia so highly rated?
Ciao Italia earns consistently high reviews because of its handmade pasta, fresh ingredients, family recipes from southern Italy, attentive service, and warm atmosphere. The Navarra family has maintained the same standards since opening in 1991.
Is Ciao Italia Zagat rated?
Yes. Ciao Italia has received Zagat recognition along with 8 other awards over its 35+ year history. It is one of the most decorated Italian restaurants in the Orlando area.
What do reviewers say about Ciao Italia?
Reviewers consistently praise the handmade pasta, fresh seafood, authentic Italian flavors, warm service, and welcoming atmosphere. Many guests describe it as the best Italian restaurant in Orlando and return on every visit.
