Authentic Italian Since 1991
Magical Dining Near the
Convention Center Orlando
Family-owned Italian on International Drive since 1991. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and 35 years of tradition.
Family-owned Italian on International Drive since 1991. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and 35 years of tradition.
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.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate from scratch
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.
Magical Dining near the Orange County Convention Center: Ciao Italia on I-Drive is ~5 min away. $40 prix fixe with braised spareribs, veal piccata & sacchetti pasta. Free parking. Aug 14 – Sept 30.
Choose one from each course. Available August 14 through September 30, 2026.
If you are attending a convention or trade show at the Orange County Convention Center, Ciao Italia Ristorante is approximately 5 minutes away on International Drive. That makes it one of the most convenient Magical Dining options for convention attendees.
The $40 three-course prix fixe features authentic Italian food that is a welcome change from convention center food courts and hotel restaurants. Braised spareribs, veal piccata, sacchetti pasta with filet mignon, and homemade desserts.
The Navarra family has been on International Drive since 1991. Over 35 years of experience serving guests who are in town for business, pleasure, or both.
Convention center hotels offer convenience but rarely offer the best food. Ciao Italia offers both. Just 0.9 miles / 3 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center, with free self-parking and a family-run kitchen that makes everything from scratch.
The braised spareribs in red wine reduction and the sacchetti pasta with truffle cream and filet mignon are dishes you will remember long after the convention is over.
Casual atmosphere. No dress code. Come straight from the trade show floor in your badge and business casual. Or change into shorts. Either way, you are welcome.
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. This is the kind of place where a family in Disney shirts sits next to a couple celebrating their anniversary, and everyone's comfortable.
$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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"We host our company dinner here every year during the convention. Private room, great wine, and the lamb chops are always perfect."
"Came here after SeaWorld with the kids. No dress code, free parking, incredible food. My daughter loved the gelato."
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Free self-parking lot right in front. No meters or garages.
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center.
Book online via OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770.
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — across from the DoubleTree by Hilton |
| Aquatica | 0.5 miles |
| Orange County Convention Center | 0.9 miles / 3 min |
| SeaWorld | 1.4 miles |
| Discovery Cove | 2 miles |
| Hours | Open nightly 5–10 PM |
| Parking | Free on-site |
| Dress Code | Casual — no dress code |
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is approximately 0.9 miles / 3 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive, offering a $40 three-course prix fixe during Magical Dining 2026.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 0.9 miles / 3 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center with 4,000+ reviews. The $40 prix fixe features braised spareribs, veal piccata, and sacchetti pasta with filet mignon.
Yes. Ciao Italia welcomes groups. The prix fixe format makes ordering easy for everyone. Private dining available for larger parties. Call (407) 354-0770.
Ciao Italia has free self-parking on site, approximately 0.9 miles / 3 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center. No valet or parking fees.
Ciao Italia is open 5 PM to 10 PM, 7 days a week during Magical Dining 2026 (August 14 through September 30).
Yes. Ciao Italia has upscale vibes with a casual atmosphere. No dress code. Great for business dinners, team gatherings, or client entertainment during conventions.
On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.
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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.
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