About Ciao Italia Ristorante

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, 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, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, and Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes). Free self-parking. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

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Dining near JW Marriott Grande Lakes? Ciao Italia — 10-15 min to authentic Italian since 1991. Wine & beer, private dining, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%.

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The best dining experience 10-15 min from JW Marriott Grande Lakes. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.

35+
Years Open
4,000+
Reviews
10%
SeaWorld Discount
5-10 PM
Open Nightly
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Walk-ins Welcome Every Night

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The Navarra Family

Authentic Italian in Orlando Since 1991

When the Navarra family opened Ciao Italia on International Drive in 1991, Orlando looked nothing like it does today. But the mission was simple: serve real Italian food, made from scratch, every single night.

35 years later, that mission hasn't changed. The pasta is still handmade. The sauces still simmer for hours. Over 4,000 guests have left reviews. Zagat rated, highly awarded, and the same family still greeting you at the door.

This is not a chain. This is the real thing.

What's on the Table

Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate from scratch

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Lasagna

Classic Bolognese & Mozzarella
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Pollo alla Parmigiana

Breaded Chicken & Spaghetti
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Agnello

Australian Lamb Chops
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Linguine con Scampi

Shrimp in Garlic Butter
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Risotto alla Pescatora

Clams, Mussels, Shrimp, Calamari
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Vitello Piccata

Capers & Artichokes
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Pesto e Burrata

Fresh Pesto & Burrata
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Tortellini Brasato

Braised Beef & Truffle Cream
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About Ciao Italia Ristorante

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). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

JW Marriott Grande Lakes Dining. Ciao Italia — Family-owned Italian since 1991 at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. Handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%. a 10 to 15-minute drive from JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes.

Casual, Family-Friendly Italian

No dress code. No pretension. Just good food and warm hospitality since 1991.

A Dining Experience Worth the Drive

JW Marriott Grande Lakes gives you world-class amenities, a stunning pool, and multiple on-site restaurants. But the best dining experience near Grande Lakes is not inside the resort — it is a 10 to 15-minute drive away on International Drive.

Ciao Italia Ristorante has been serving handmade Italian to Orlando visitors and locals since 1991. The Navarra family owns and operates the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Everything is made from scratch — pastas rolled in-house, sauces simmered all afternoon, desserts prepared daily. The dining room is warm and welcoming, with the kind of atmosphere that makes you forget you are on vacation and feel like you are at a family dinner in Naples.

Wine and beer are available to pair with dinner. Private dining seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Open nightly from 5 to 10 PM. No dress code — upscale vibes, casual comfort.

What Makes Ciao Italia Different

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Everyone's Welcome

Upscale Vibes, Casual Comfort

Ciao Italia looks elegant — arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks. But there's no dress code. Shorts and flip-flops are welcome. Kids are welcome.

$13 kids menu with gelato included. Highchairs available. Walk-ins welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. Free parking lot right in front.

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★★★★★4.6 from 4,000+ reviews
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"We host our company dinner here every year during the convention. Private room, great wine, and the lamb chops are always perfect."

— Jennifer M. — OpenTable
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"Came here after SeaWorld with the kids. No dress code, free parking, incredible food. My daughter loved the gelato."

— The Thompson Family — Google
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Practical Details

Cuisine

Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.

Hours

Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.

Parking

Free self-parking lot right in front. No meters or garages.

Location

6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center.

Reservations

Book online via OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770.

Private Dining

Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110.

Detail Info
Location6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — across from the DoubleTree by Hilton
Aquatica0.5 miles
OCCC0.9 miles / 3 min
SeaWorld1.4 miles
Discovery Cove2 miles
HoursOpen nightly 5–10 PM
ParkingFree on-site
Dress CodeCasual — no dress code

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Italian restaurant near JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes?

Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, a 10 to 15-minute drive from JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes. Family-owned since 1991, handmade pasta, over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated with highly awarded. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. (407) 354-0770.

How far is Ciao Italia from JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes?

Ciao Italia is a 10 to 15-minute drive from JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking on-site.

Does Ciao Italia offer a SeaWorld discount?

Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on your entire dinner check at Ciao Italia.

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.

Does Ciao Italia have wine and cocktails?

Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.

Do I need a reservation at Ciao Italia?

Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. Reservations also available through OpenTable.

Does Ciao Italia have private dining for groups?

Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Custom group dining packages available at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Contact (407) 354-0770 for details.

Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

Yes. Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.

6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando

On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.

Ciao Italia Ristorante is independently owned and operated. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by JW Marriott, Marriott International, or any hotel, resort, or attraction referenced on this page. Offers subject to change.

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