Food Near JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Skip hotel food. Homemade Italian about 10 minutes from the JW Marriott. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome.
Homemade Pasta, Bread, Sauces — Made Fresh Every Night
The Best Food Near JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
The food options near JW Marriott are mostly chains and hotel restaurants. If you want something real — food made by hand, by a family, from scratch — Ciao Italia is about 10 minutes from the JW Marriott.
Homemade pasta. Fresh sauces. Bread from the oven. Desserts made in house. This is not corporate cooking. This is the Navarra family making Italian food the way they have since 1991.
Free parking, kids menu with gelato, walk-ins welcome every night. The best food near your hotel is not at your hotel.
- About 10 minutes by car from JW Marriott
- Everything made from scratch daily
- Over 4,000 reviews on Google
- Kids menu $13 with gelato
- Free parking in front
- Walk-ins welcome
- Wine and beer available
- Open nightly 5-10 PM
Why JW Marriott Guests Leave the Hotel for Dinner
Because the food is different. You can taste it. Homemade pasta does not taste like dried pasta. Fresh sauce does not taste like a jar. Bread from the oven does not taste like a breadbasket.
Guests at JW Marriott find Ciao Italia on the first night and come back every night after. The kids love the gelato. The adults love the wine and the pasta. Everyone loves the prices.
This is what dinner should be on vacation — easy, delicious, and affordable. Not a hotel markup. Not a chain. Real food.
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 JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
JW Marriott guests have access to some of Orlando's finest resort dining. But even luxury travelers reach a point where they want something real — a family-owned restaurant with no corporate menu, no ambiance engineering, just great food.
Ciao Italia is about 10 minutes from the JW Marriott. The Navarra family has been making homemade Italian food on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. The pasta is fresh. The bread comes out of the oven daily. The sauces are made from scratch.
The contrast between resort dining and Ciao Italia is part of the appeal. No pretense, no performance — just a family cooking the food they have been cooking for 35 years. Many JW guests say it is the best meal of their trip.
Wine and beer available. Free parking. Private dining room for groups up to 60. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5-10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews confirm what one visit proves.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Getting to Ciao Italia from the JW Marriott takes about 10 minutes. Drive toward International Drive and turn onto Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 with a free parking lot in front. Easy route with no tolls.
More Questions About Dining Near JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes
Where can I find local Italian food near Grande Lakes Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a local favorite about 10 minutes from Grande Lakes. The Navarra family has been cooking homemade Italian food since 1991 — fresh pasta, veal, lamb chops, and seafood. Free parking and walk-ins welcome.
Are there private dining rooms near the JW Marriott Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante has a private dining room for up to 60 guests, about 10 minutes from the JW Marriott. Ideal for group dinners, rehearsal dinners, or celebrations. Call (407) 354-0770 to arrange.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best food near JW Marriott Orlando Grande Lakes?
Ciao Italia Ristorante — homemade Italian since 1991, about 10 minutes from the JW Marriott. Free parking.
Is Ciao Italia expensive?
No. Pasta starts around $19. Kids menu is $13 with gelato. Casual neighborhood pricing.
Can I come in casual clothes?
Yes. Come in park clothes, shorts, flip-flops. No dress code.
Is there parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front.
Is it open late?
Open nightly until 10 PM.
What appetizers does Ciao Italia serve?
Popular starters include Bruschetta, Burrata with prosciutto, Carpaccio di Manzo, Antipasto Italiano, and Zuppa di Pesce. All made fresh.
More From Ciao Italia
Real Food Near JW Marriott
Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian since 1991.
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.