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The best dining experience 10 min from Marriott Grande Vista. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
The best dining experience 10 min from Marriott Grande Vista. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
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). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Restaurants Near Marriott Grande Vista. Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando — a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Family-owned Italian since 1991 at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%.
No dress code. No pretension. Just good food and warm hospitality since 1991.
The dining options at Marriott Grande Vista are limited by design — it is a villa resort, not a full-service hotel. The on-site grill covers the basics, but when you want a real dining experience with tablecloths, an Italian wine list, and food made from scratch, you drive to Ciao Italia.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 10 minutes from Grande Vista at 6149 Westwood Blvd. The Navarra family has owned and operated the restaurant since 1991. The dining room is warm and welcoming. Wine and beer available. Private dining up to 60 guests, full venue buyout up to 110. Custom group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Upscale vibes, casual comfort. The dining experience Grande Vista does not have on-site.
What is the atmosphere like at Ciao Italia?
Warm and inviting with arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks, and soft lighting. It feels like a neighborhood Italian restaurant in the best way — elegant enough for a special occasion, relaxed enough for a Tuesday after SeaWorld. Located 2.3 miles from Grande Vista.
Does Ciao Italia have private dining options?
Yes. A private dining room seats up to 60 guests, and a full venue buyout accommodates 110. Group dining packages are available at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Grande Vista families hosting reunions or celebrations use it regularly. Call (407) 354-0770.
Is Ciao Italia good for special occasion dining from Grande Vista?
Absolutely. Anniversaries, birthdays, proposals — the Navarra family handles them all. The dining room sets the mood, and the kitchen can customize courses for your table. Entrees range from $18 to $42, and the Sacchetti di Filetto with truffle sage makes any night feel special.
Does Ciao Italia offer wine pairing with dinner?
The Italian wine list is curated to pair with the food. Your server can recommend wines by the glass or bottle to complement your pasta, seafood, or meat dish. Wine and beer only — no full bar. Grande Vista guests appreciate the focused, quality selection.
What is the dining room layout at Ciao Italia?
The main dining room is open and comfortable with well-spaced tables. A separate private dining room accommodates groups up to 60. The restaurant seats up to 110 total. Free parking lot right in front at 6149 Westwood Blvd — easy access for Grande Vista guests.
What should I wear to Ciao Italia from Grande Vista?
Whatever you are comfortable in. There is no dress code. Shorts, sandals, and park clothes are perfectly fine. The restaurant looks upscale but the Navarra family wants every Grande Vista guest to feel welcome exactly as they are.
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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"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 |
| Marriott Grande Vista | 2.3 miles / 10 min drive |
| Aquatica | 0.5 miles |
| OCCC | 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 |
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 2.3 miles from Marriott Grande Vista — authentic Italian dining since 1991. Handmade pasta, Italian wine list, private dining room. Over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Warm and inviting with arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks, and soft lighting. Elegant enough for a special occasion, relaxed enough for a casual Tuesday after the parks. No dress code.
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Call (407) 354-0770.
Absolutely. Anniversaries, birthdays, proposals — the Navarra family handles them all. The dining room sets the mood, the kitchen can customize courses, and entrees range from $18 to $42.
The Italian wine list is curated to pair with the food. Servers recommend wines by the glass or bottle to complement your dish. Wine and beer only — no full bar.
Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott Grande Vista — about a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Free parking on-site at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Whatever you are comfortable in. No dress code. Shorts, sandals, and park clothes are perfectly fine. The restaurant looks upscale but the Navarra family welcomes every guest as they are.
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on your entire dinner check at Ciao Italia. The discount applies to your whole table.
On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.
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