Reception Venue in Orlando

A Reception That Feels Like a Celebration, Not a Production

Not every couple wants a ballroom with 300 guests. Some want an intimate reception where everyone at the table actually knows the bride and groom. Where the food is exceptional, the wine is flowing, and the evening feels warm and personal instead of choreographed. That is exactly what Ciao Italia Ristorante offers.

Since 1991, the Navarra family has hosted wedding receptions, post-ceremony dinners, and celebration dinners for couples who value quality over scale. Our restaurant seats up to 110 with a full buyout, giving you an exclusive Italian dining experience that no hotel banquet hall can replicate. The warm lighting, the handmade food, the attentive service. Your guests will remember the evening, not just the venue.

Full Buyout and Private Dining Options

For wedding receptions and large post-ceremony celebrations, our full restaurant buyout gives you the entire space for up to 110 guests. This means complete privacy, the ability to arrange seating and decor exactly how you want, and a dedicated team focused entirely on your event. No other parties sharing the space. No rushing through courses because the next reservation is waiting.

For smaller, more intimate receptions of 20 to 60 guests, our private dining area is ideal. It is separated from the main dining room and provides the perfect setting for close family and wedding party dinners. Many couples use this option for a post-ceremony dinner when the wedding itself is at a nearby venue and they want to continue the celebration somewhere special.

Custom Reception Menus and Wine Service

Our events team works with you to design a reception menu that reflects the evening you envision. Choose from handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and classic Italian appetizers. Every dish is prepared fresh. Wine and beer packages are available for the entire event, or we can arrange individual bottle service for the head table. Dietary accommodations are handled with advance notice so every guest enjoys the meal.

Why an Italian Restaurant Reception Works

Italian dining was built for celebrations. The shared courses, the toasts with good wine, the desserts that give everyone a reason to linger. A reception at Ciao Italia has a rhythm that feels natural: guests arrive, appetizers and wine get the conversation flowing, the main course brings everyone to the table together, and dessert extends the evening without anyone wanting to leave. It is how celebrations have worked in Italy for generations, and it is exactly how the Navarras built this restaurant.

We are located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, 3 minutes from SeaWorld, the Orange County Convention Center, and International Drive. For destination weddings or couples with out-of-town guests staying nearby, our location is convenient and easy to find. Free self-parking means your guests arrive stress-free, and our seven-day-a-week schedule from 5 to 10 PM gives you flexibility in choosing your date.

Plan Your Reception

Call (407) 354-0770 or visit our events page to begin planning. We recommend reaching out as early as possible for full buyout dates, especially during peak wedding season.