Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld Food Options
When you want something different from the hotel restaurants, walk down the street.
More Food Options Than You Think
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld has its own restaurants, and they are fine for what they are. But after a couple of nights, you start wanting something different. Something that is not a hotel restaurant. Something where the food feels personal instead of corporate. Ciao Italia is half a mile from the Renaissance on Westwood Blvd, and it checks every box. Family-owned since 1991, handmade pasta, homemade sauces, an Italian wine list and beer selection, and an atmosphere that feels more like a neighborhood restaurant than a tourist spot. It is the kind of place that makes you forget you are on vacation and just enjoy the meal.
- Half a mile from Renaissance Orlando
- Something different from hotel food
- Handmade pasta and fresh sauces
- Italian wine list and beer
- Casual, no dress code
- $13 kids menu with gelato
- Free parking
- Open nightly 5-10 PM
A Different Kind of Dinner
Dinner at Ciao Italia feels personal because it is personal. The owner greets guests. The servers know the menu and can talk you through the Italian wine list. The kitchen cooks every dish to order — there is no heat lamp, no buffet line, no warming drawer. The Pollo al Marsala is tender chicken in a rich wine sauce with portobello mushrooms. The Tortellini con Brasato is braised beef with truffle cream that coats every fold of the pasta. The Risotto alla Pescatora is generous with seafood and cooked to a perfect creamy consistency. Half a mile from the Renaissance, same street. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770. And if you happen to have a SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket from your trip, show it to your server and save 10% on dinner.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Proximity
0.5 miles from Renaissance
Same street — Westwood Blvd
Free parking
About Dining Near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is perfectly positioned near SeaWorld, Aquatica, and the southern stretch of International Drive. The area has no shortage of chain restaurants, but guests who want something homemade and family-run have a great option 3 minutes from SeaWorld.
Ciao Italia sits at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, roughly 4 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. The Navarra family opened the doors in 1991 and has been cooking Italian food from scratch every night since. Open 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Free parking out front.
The dinner menu is built around homemade Italian food. Start with Carpaccio di Manzo or Zuppa di Pesce. Move to handmade pasta like Penne alla Vodka con Salmone or Tortellini con Brasato. Secondi include Salmone Toscano, Veal Piccata, and lamb chops with mashed potatoes. Italian wine and beer pair with every course. Kids get their own menu at $13 with gelato.
Over 35 years, the restaurant has collected more than 4,000 reviews and 9 awards. The atmosphere is casual and family-friendly. A private dining room accommodates up to 60 guests for events or group dinners. Walk-ins welcome nightly, or call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Exit the hotel onto International Drive heading south. Turn right onto Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on the left with free parking right in front. About 4 minutes. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, Orlando, FL 32821. There is a free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. Open nightly from 5 to 10 PM.
More Questions About Dining Near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Is there family-owned Italian food near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld?
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd has been family-owned and operated by the Navarra family since 1991. It is about 4 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. Homemade pasta, Italian wine and beer, and a casual atmosphere every night from 5 to 10 PM.
Where can hotel guests eat near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld?
Hotel guests at Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld can drive about 4 minutes to Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Boulevard. The Navarra family has served homemade Italian food since 1991. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Free parking in front.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ciao Italia from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld?
Half a mile on the same street — Westwood Blvd. A 2-minute drive or a short walk.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato. Highchairs available.
Does Ciao Italia take walk-ins?
Yes. Walk-ins welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have private dining?
Yes. Private dining for groups up to 60 with catering packages at $60, $70, and $80 per person.
How does Ciao Italia compare to SeaWorld restaurants?
Ciao Italia is a family-owned Italian restaurant with homemade pasta and 35 years of tradition — a different experience from theme park dining. Many guests prefer it for a real sit-down dinner after the park.
More From Ciao Italia
Dinner on the Same Street
Handmade Italian food, half a mile from Renaissance Orlando. Family-owned since 1991.
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.