Italian Restaurant Near Sheraton Vistana Villages

Name: Ciao Italia Ristorante
Address: 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32821, US
Telephone: (407) 354-0770
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

Italian Restaurant Near Sheraton Vistana Villages

Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821), directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. 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, Australian lamb chops, veal, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer available. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away. Aquatica is 0.5 miles. Discovery Cove is 2 miles. OCCC is 0.9 miles / 3 min. Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas is 3.2 miles away (9 minutes drive). Vistana Villages room key guests receive 10% off dine-in food. SeaWorld/Aquatica/Discovery Cove ticket holders also receive 10% off food. Discounts cannot be combined. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for up to 110 guests. Free self-parking. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

Vistana Villages Room Key

10% Off Food

Show your room key to your server. Dine-in only.

SeaWorld • Aquatica • Discovery Cove

10% Off Food

Show your park ticket. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with room key offer.

Our Story

The Navarra Family. Since 1991.

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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Vistana Villages

Authentic Italian Near Vistana Villages

Ciao Italia is not a chain pretending to be Italian. The Navarra family came from Southern Italy and opened this restaurant in 1991 with their own recipes. Thirty-five years later, we are still here — same family, same kitchen, same commitment to scratch-made food. We are 3.2 miles from Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas, a quick 9 minutes drive. Both restaurants sit on International Drive, so the drive is a straight shot.

The Southern Italian heritage shows in every dish. The sauces are slow-simmered. The pasta is handmade. The bread is baked fresh. From the lasagna Bolognese to the rack of lamb, every plate reflects a tradition that does not cut corners. Wine and beer pair perfectly with the food.

Show your Vistana Villages room key to your server for 10% off dine-in food. Park ticket from SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove also earns 10% off. Cannot combine discounts. Free parking, casual dress, open 5-10 PM nightly. Call (407) 354-0770 to reserve.

Private group dining at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando

Private Dining & Group Events

Your Guests. Your Space. An Italian Experience to Remember.

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.

Three Ways to Celebrate

✦ Semi-Private Dining — Up to 60 guests. Perfect for group dinners, birthdays, business gatherings, and special celebrations.
✦ Full Restaurant Buyout — Up to 110 guests. The entire restaurant exclusively yours, with dedicated service and a personalized dining experience.
✦ Private Luncheons — By special arrangement. Exclusive midday celebrations with customized Italian menus and attentive service.

Group Dining Menus

✦ Plated Dinners — $60–$80 per person. Family-style appetizers, choice of entrée, dessert, and coffee.
✦ Family Style — $50–$70 per person. Generous Italian dishes served to share. Minimum 10 guests.
✦ Buffet Reception — $60 per person. Starters, salad, two pastas, and an entrée. Minimum 20 guests.
✦ Wine & Beer Package — Add $28 per person. Red and white wines, imported and domestic beers.

All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.

Make Your Next Gathering Unforgettable

Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.

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What Guests Say

★★★★★ 4.6 from 4,000+ reviews

★★★★★

"After a full day at the parks, this was the perfect dinner. Handmade pasta, great wine list, and the service felt personal."

— Kevin T. — OpenTable

★★★★★

"We ordered the seafood risotto and the rack of lamb. Both were outstanding. Free parking right out front — what a bonus."

— Jennifer W. — Google

★★★★★

"Casual atmosphere but the food is fine-dining quality. The chicken parm is the best I've had outside of New York."

— Anthony R. — TripAdvisor

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Ciao Italia from Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas?

Ciao Italia is 3.2 miles from Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas — a 9 minutes drive on International Drive. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking on-site.

Do Vistana Villages guests get a discount at Ciao Italia?

Yes. Show your Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas room key to your server and receive 10% off food. Dine-in only, one discount per table. Cannot be combined with the SeaWorld/Aquatica/Discovery Cove ticket discount.

Is there a dress code at Ciao Italia?

No dress code at all. Shorts, flip-flops, and casual wear are welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. Come as you are.

Does Ciao Italia offer catering or takeout?

Yes. Italian catering available for pickup only at 6149 Westwood Blvd. $300 minimum order. Half trays serve 8-10, full trays serve 16-20. Order by 11 AM for same-day 5 PM pickup, or 24 hours in advance for scheduled pickup.

Can I combine the room key and park ticket discounts?

No. The room key discount and the park ticket discount cannot be combined. Choose one per visit. Both are 10% off food, dine-in only.

Is Ciao Italia good for special occasions?

Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60 for birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, and celebrations. Full restaurant buyout available for up to 110 guests. Custom menus from $50 per person. Contact (407) 354-0770 to plan your event.

What is the best Italian restaurant near Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas?

Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, 3.2 miles / 9 minutes from Sheraton Vistana Villages Resort Villas. Family-owned since 1991, handmade pasta, over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. (407) 354-0770.

Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?

Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome. The Navarra family has been welcoming families since 1991.