Real Italian Near Disney
Italian Restaurant Near Disney Orlando
Homemade pasta since 1991. 4,000+ reviews. Kids menu with gelato. Free parking.
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Real Italian Near Disney
Homemade pasta since 1991. 4,000+ reviews. Kids menu with gelato. Free parking.
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.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821). Established in 1991 by the Navarra family. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away, Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes), and Epic Universe (10 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Ciao Italia is the best Italian restaurant near Disney Orlando. Homemade pasta since 1991, 4,000+ reviews, kids menu with gelato, free parking.
Kids menu with gelato. Homemade pasta. Free parking. No Disney prices.
You have been at Disney all day. The kids are exhausted. You have already spent a fortune on park food. The last thing you need is another overpriced tourist restaurant.
Ciao Italia is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes from Walt Disney World. Everything is made from scratch — pasta, sauces, bread, desserts. We have been open since 1991 with over 4,000 reviews.
The kids menu is $13 and includes gelato for dessert. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome. Real food at real prices.
Disney Springs has Italian restaurants, but they come with Disney prices and Disney crowds. Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from the parks with none of the chaos.
The dining room is warm and welcoming. Kids are not just allowed — they are expected. Families make up the majority of our guests, especially after park days.
Come in shorts and flip-flops. Nobody cares. This is a casual neighborhood restaurant, not a resort experience.
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
"We have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
— The Rossi Family — OpenTable"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
— James R. — TripAdvisor"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
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions.
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes east of Disney World on Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has been making homemade pasta and Italian classics since 1991. With highly awarded and over 4,000 reviews, it is a genuine alternative to Disney dining and I-Drive chains.
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 12 miles from Disney World near International Drive. The restaurant has been family-owned since 1991 and serves homemade pasta, seafood, veal, and lamb chops. Kids menu is $13 with gelato. Free parking and walk-ins welcome.
About 20 minutes by car. Located on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd near International Drive.
Yes. Pasta starts around $19, kids menu is $13 with gelato. No resort pricing.
Yes. Kids menu, highchairs, casual atmosphere. Families are our core guests.
Yes. Free lot right in front.
Walk-ins welcome. For groups of 6+, call (407) 354-0770.
Traditional Italian cuisine — homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and lamb. Recipes are based on Navarra family traditions from southern Italy, perfected over 35 years.
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