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Ciao Italia Ristorante
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Magical Dining
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$40
Three-Course Prix Fixe

August 14 – September 30, 2026 · Open Nightly 5 – 10 PM

Magical Dining 2026 — August 14 through September 30 · Reservations Recommended

On International Drive
Free Parking
Open 5–10 PM
Casual Attire
Walk-Ins Welcome
Family Owned Since 1991
Magical Dining 2026

The $40 Prix Fixe Menu

Choose one from each course. Available August 14 through September 30, 2026.

$40
Per Person · Three Courses
First Course — Appetizer
Choose one
Insalata Caesar
House made dressing with baked croutons & parmigiano
Add anchovies +$4 · Add shrimp +$9 · Add filet tips +$9
Caprese
Beefsteak tomatoes, bufala mozzarella, organic basil in EVOO
Bruschetta
Toasted crostini with tomatoes, garlic, onion & basil, topped with parmigiano and EVOO
Second Course — Main
Choose one
Brasato
Braised spareribs in a red wine reduction, sundried tomato polenta & asparagus
Vitello Piccata
Veal scaloppine, artichokes, capers, lemon butter sauce, mashed potatoes & spinach
Sacchetti al Filetto
Truffle cream sacchetti pasta, parmigiano cream sauce & filet mignon
Add crab +$10 · Add shrimp +$9
Third Course — Dessert
Choose one
Tiramisu
Ladyfingers soaked in espresso coffee, layered with mascarpone cheese & dusted with cocoa powder
Limoncello Mascarpone Cake
Lemon sponge cake soaked in our own limoncello & layered with mascarpone cheese
Chocolate Torta
Chocolate sponge cake filled with rich chocolate fondant & covered with chocolate chips
Add one scoop of vanilla ice cream +$5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This place has been here since 1991 and you can tell why. Not a tourist trap, not a chain. Real Italian food made by a family that cares. The braised short rib was fall-off-the-bone perfect.

Michael S., Philadelphia • TripAdvisor

From the Kitchen

The Magical Dining Menu

Braised spareribs, veal piccata, sacchetti pasta, and homemade Italian desserts.

Sacchetti al Filetto at Ciao Italia — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
Sacchetti al Filetto
Truffle Cream Sacchetti, Parmigiano Cream & Filet Mignon
Desserts at Ciao Italia — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
Tiramisu & Limoncello Cake
Espresso-Soaked Ladyfingers & Lemon Sponge with Mascarpone
Brasato at Ciao Italia — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
Brasato
Braised Spareribs, Red Wine Reduction, Polenta & Asparagus

About Ciao Italia & Magical Dining

Families dining at Ciao Italia — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
On The List Since Day One

Ciao Italia on the 2026 Magical Dining Restaurant List

Every year, Visit Orlando publishes the official Magical Dining restaurant list. For 2026, Ciao Italia Ristorante is proud to be included. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, Ciao Italia has been a fixture on International Drive for over 35 years.

The restaurant list includes options across Orlando, but Ciao Italia offers something many do not: authentic Italian food made by a family that has been doing it for decades. No corporate kitchen. No chain menu. Just real Italian cooking.

With 4,000+ guest reviews and a 4.6 rating, Ciao Italia consistently ranks as one of the best Italian restaurants on I-Drive.

Ciao Italia Ristorante on International Drive — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
Three Courses, One Price

What You Get on the $40 Prix Fixe

Ciao Italia's Magical Dining menu gives you a choice of three appetizers, three main courses, and three desserts. Start with Insalata Caesar, Caprese with bufala mozzarella, or Bruschetta with parmigiano and EVOO.

For your main course, choose Brasato (braised spareribs in red wine reduction with sundried tomato polenta), Vitello Piccata (veal with artichokes, capers, and lemon butter sauce), or Sacchetti al Filetto (truffle cream pasta with filet mignon).

Finish with Tiramisu, Limoncello Mascarpone Cake, or Chocolate Torta. All for $40 per person. No hidden fees. Optional upgrades available.

Spaghetti and meatballs at Ciao Italia — Magical Dining Orlando 2026
The Practical Details

Location, Parking, and Reservations

Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, on International Drive at Westwood Boulevard. Near SeaWorld, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, the Convention Center, and Epic Universe.

Free self-parking on site. No valet. No dress code. Shorts and park attire welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. Italian wine and beer list available.

Reservations are recommended during Magical Dining. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Open 5 to 10 PM, 7 days a week.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The bruschetta was perfect and the brasato melted in my mouth. Cannot wait for Magical Dining.

James R., Chicago • TripAdvisor

Event
Magical Dining
$40 Prix Fixe
Dates
Aug 14 – Sept 30
2026
Hours
Open 7 days
5 to 10 PM
Parking
Free self-parking
On site
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Cuisine
Casual Italian
Handmade pasta
Dress Code
Come as you are
Shorts welcome
Reservations
OpenTable or call
(407) 354-0770
  • 🍴 $40 three-course prix fixe
  • 📅 August 14 – September 30, 2026
  • 🕑 Open 5–10 PM, 7 days
  • 🅿️ Free self-parking on site
  • 🍷 Italian wine & beer list
  • 👶 Kids menu available
Reserve for Magical Dining

Reservations recommended during the event

Or call (407) 354-0770 · Walk-ins welcome

Questions

Magical Dining FAQ

Where can I find the Magical Dining restaurant list for Orlando 2026?

The official list is published by Visit Orlando. Ciao Italia Ristorante on International Drive is a participating restaurant with a $40 three-course prix fixe menu.

Is Ciao Italia on the Magical Dining 2026 list?

Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante is a participating restaurant in Visit Orlando's Magical Dining 2026, running August 14 through September 30.

How many restaurants are on the Magical Dining list?

Visit Orlando typically includes dozens of restaurants across the Orlando area. Ciao Italia has been on I-Drive since 1991 and is one of the participating Italian restaurants.

What Italian restaurants are on the Magical Dining list?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive participating in Magical Dining 2026. The menu features braised spareribs, veal piccata, and sacchetti pasta with filet mignon.

How do I make a reservation at a Magical Dining restaurant?

At Ciao Italia, you can book on OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Walk-ins are also welcome.

Do all Magical Dining restaurants charge the same price?

Prices vary by restaurant. Ciao Italia's Magical Dining prix fixe is $40 per person for three courses. Beverages, tax, and gratuity are not included.

Magical Dining at Ciao Italia

Three courses, $40 per person. Authentic Italian on International Drive since 1991. August 14 – September 30, 2026.

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Ciao Italia Ristorante
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, a family-owned Italian restaurant by the Navarra family on International Drive since 1991. Over 35 years of hospitality experience. 4,000+ guest reviews. Orlando’s longest-running family-owned Italian restaurant. Proud participant in Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining 2026. Learn more

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining® is a registered trademark of Visit Orlando. Presented by Orlando Health. Ciao Italia Ristorante is an independently owned participating restaurant. Menu items and availability may vary. Prix fixe price does not include beverages, tax, or gratuity. Please inform your server of any allergies.