New Year's Eve · International Drive Orlando
New Year's Eve Restaurant Near
Convention Center Orlando
0.9 Miles Away • Dec 31, 5–10 PM • Free Parking • (407) 354-0770
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New Year's Eve · International Drive Orlando
0.9 Miles Away • Dec 31, 5–10 PM • Free Parking • (407) 354-0770
Our Story
When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.
More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
New Year's Eve
Organizing New Year’s Eve dinner for family members, friends, or a small group can be easier at an established restaurant close to everyone’s accommodations. Ciao Italia Ristorante provides a welcoming Italian dining experience just 0.9 miles from the Orange County Convention Center, approximately three minutes by car. Located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard on International Drive, our restaurant will serve dinner Wednesday, December 31, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
The Navarra family has owned Ciao Italia since 1991, maintaining a reputation for scratch-made Italian cuisine and warm hospitality. Our restaurant offers upscale surroundings that feel appropriate for celebrating the end of the year without the restrictions of a formal event venue. There is no dress code, shorts are welcome, and free on-site parking makes it convenient for guests arriving from different hotels or neighborhoods.
A successful group dinner should provide enough variety to satisfy everyone attending. Ciao Italia’s regular menu features Australian rack of lamb, veal piccata, fresh seafood, and risotto, along with Italian favorites such as chicken parmigiana and lasagna bolognese. Scratch-made pasta selections offer additional choices for guests who enjoy traditional Italian cuisine.
Our complete regular dinner menu will remain available throughout New Year’s Eve, accompanied by specials of the day. There is no separate holiday-only menu or mandatory prix fixe dinner for regular dining. Families can order individual entrées, with our $13 kids menu including gelato for younger guests. Adults can choose wine or beer, and the restaurant does not host a cocktail party or midnight champagne toast. Private event menus and arrangements, when available, are coordinated separately.
Ciao Italia offers a private dining room accommodating up to 60 guests, making it worth considering for organized New Year’s Eve gatherings. For larger prearranged celebrations, full restaurant buyouts can accommodate up to 110 people. Private dining arrangements require advance coordination, and availability for December 31 must be confirmed directly with our team. Event arrangements are separate from regular restaurant reservations.
Our location directly across from DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld and just 1.4 miles from SeaWorld Orlando makes Ciao Italia accessible to visitors staying near the Orange County Convention Center. Free parking and our relaxed dress policy make group arrivals straightforward. Guests seeking regular New Year’s Eve dinner reservations can use OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins are welcome when tables are available, while larger groups should contact our restaurant well in advance.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story
Private Dining & Group Events
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.
What Guests Say
"We have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
— The Rossi Family — OpenTable"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
— James R. — TripAdvisor"A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps. The veal piccata and pappardelle are incredible."
— David R. — TripAdvisor
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions and convention hotels.
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Yes — Ciao Italia Ristorante is open on New Year's Eve from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, our regular dinner hours. We serve our full Italian menu with no changes, no prix fixe, and no special pricing. Reservations are strongly recommended as NYE is our busiest night of the year.
No — we serve our regular full Italian menu on New Year's Eve. There is no prix fixe, no special holiday menu, and no upcharge. You'll enjoy the same authentic Italian cuisine we've been serving since 1991. Full menu available 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
Reservations are very strongly recommended for New Year's Eve. It is our busiest night of the year. Walk-ins are welcome but may face a significant wait. Call (407) 354-0770 or book online as early as possible to secure your table.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, FL 32821. We are across from the DoubleTree hotel, 1 mile (5 minutes) from the Orange County Convention Center, and minutes from SeaWorld. MCO airport is about 15 minutes / 12 miles via FL-528 W.
No — Ciao Italia is a wine and beer restaurant. We do not serve cocktails, champagne toasts, or mixed drinks. We offer an excellent Italian wine selection by the glass and bottle, plus imported and domestic beer. This applies on New Year's Eve and every night.
Yes — we have a free parking lot directly in front of the restaurant on Westwood Blvd, just off International Drive. Parking is always complimentary, including on New Year's Eve.
Explore more holiday dining options at Ciao Italia on International Drive
Open December 31 • 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM • Free Parking
