Italian Restaurant Near Disney Orlando
Homemade pasta since 1991. 4,000+ reviews. Kids menu with gelato. Free parking.
Family-Owned Italian — Walk-Ins Welcome Every Night
Why Disney Families Choose Ciao Italia
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.
- About 20 minutes from Walt Disney World
- Homemade pasta, sauces, and bread
- Kids menu $13 with gelato
- Free parking lot
- Walk-ins welcome nightly
- Over 4,000 reviews
- Private dining for groups up to 60
- Family-owned since 1991
After Disney, Eat Real Italian
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.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Parking & Families
Free parking lot
Kids menu available
Walk-ins welcome
About Dining Near Disney World Orlando
Walt Disney World is the largest and most visited theme park resort in the world. With four parks, two water parks, Disney Springs, and dozens of resort hotels, the dining options are overwhelming. But many of them come with Disney prices, long waits, and reservation systems that fill up weeks in advance.
For visitors staying near Disney who want a great dinner without the Disney markup, the surrounding area has options, but most are chains. The Kissimmee and International Drive corridors are packed with restaurants that cater to tourists but rarely deliver anything exceptional.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 20 minutes from Disney World on Westwood Boulevard, near International Drive. The Navarra family has owned and operated this Italian restaurant since 1991. Everything is made from scratch: pasta, bread, sauces, and desserts. The menu features classic Italian dishes, fresh seafood, veal, and lamb chops.
The restaurant is casual, family-friendly, and priced fairly. There is no dress code, the kids menu is $13 with gelato, and parking is free. After spending a fortune inside Disney, a homemade Italian dinner at an independent family restaurant is a welcome change.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Disney World
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes from Walt Disney World, roughly 12 miles east via I-4. Take I-4 East toward Orlando, exit at International Drive, and head south to Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Blvd with free parking. After a day of paying for Disney parking, the free lot at Ciao Italia is a nice change.
More Questions About Dining Near Disney World
Where should I eat after Disney World that is not a chain?
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 9 awards and over 4,000 reviews, it is a genuine alternative to Disney dining and I-Drive chains.
Is there good Italian food near Disney World Orlando?
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ciao Italia from Disney World?
About 20 minutes by car. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd near International Drive.
Is Ciao Italia cheaper than Disney restaurants?
Yes. Pasta starts around $19, kids menu is $13 with gelato. No resort pricing.
Is it family-friendly?
Yes. Kids menu, highchairs, casual atmosphere. Families are our core guests.
Is parking free?
Yes. Free lot right in front.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins welcome. For groups of 6+, call (407) 354-0770.
What kind of Italian food does Ciao Italia serve?
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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Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.