Places to Eat Near Pointe Orlando
Family-owned Italian, 5 minutes from Pointe Orlando. Open 7 nights.
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Better Italian Than What Pointe Orlando Offers
Pointe Orlando is a popular dining and entertainment complex on International Drive. But if you want real Italian food made by a real Italian family, Ciao Italia Ristorante is just 5 minutes south at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
The Navarra family has been making handmade pasta and sauces in this kitchen since 1991. No corporate recipes, no frozen pasta, no tourist markup. Just authentic Italian food from people who have been doing it for over 35 years.
The restaurant is casual, welcoming, and has free parking right in front. A refreshing change from the parking garages and crowds at Pointe Orlando.
- 5-minute drive from Pointe Orlando
- Homemade pasta, bread, and sauces daily
- Kids menu $13, includes gelato dessert
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome, open 7 nights a week
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
- Casual and welcoming atmosphere
- 10% off with SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove tickets
A Neighborhood Italian Restaurant
Pointe Orlando has chain restaurants with I-Drive pricing. Ciao Italia is a neighborhood restaurant with neighborhood values. The portions are generous, the prices are fair, and the food is made from scratch every day.
Families, couples, convention attendees, and locals all eat here. The dining room is relaxed. There is no dress code. You can come from the pool or dressed up for an anniversary.
The private dining room seats up to 60 for group events, team dinners, or celebrations.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front. No meters or garages.
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
Reservations
Book online via OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins always welcome.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom menus.
About Pointe Orlando and Dining on I-Drive
Pointe Orlando is an open-air entertainment complex at 9101 International Drive, featuring restaurants, shops, a movie theater, and entertainment venues. It attracts tourists and convention attendees from the nearby hotels and OCCC.
Ciao Italia is 5 minutes south on I-Drive. For guests who want something more personal than a mall restaurant, it is the closest independent Italian restaurant in the area.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Pointe Orlando
Head south on International Drive from Pointe Orlando. Turn right on Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on your left with free parking. About 5 minutes, 1.5 miles. Address: 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando FL 32821.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best places to eat near Pointe Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant 5 minutes south of Pointe Orlando. Homemade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics nightly from 5 to 10 PM.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant, unlike Pointe Orlando where parking can be a hassle.
Is Ciao Italia good for groups?
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom menus available. Call (407) 354-0770.
1.5 miles Pointe Orlando
5 minutes drive via International Drive — free parking at the door
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Real Italian, 5 Minutes from Pointe Orlando
Family-owned since 1991. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome.
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.