Restaurant Near Universal Studios Orlando
Authentic Italian near Universal Studios. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, 35+ yea
The drive from Universal Studios Orlando to Ciao Italia is typically about 15 minutes heading south on International Drive. Free parking is available at the restaurant.
Ciao Italia offers generous portions of handmade Italian cuisine at fair prices. Many guests find the quality and value significantly better than the theme park dining options.
Yes. We have a private dining room for up to 60 guests and can accommodate full restaurant buyouts for up to 110. Call us at (407) 354-0770 to arrange group dining.
We open at 5 PM and serve until 10 PM. Most park visitors arrive between 7 and 8 PM. Reservations help guarantee your table during busy evenings.
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
The drive from Universal Studios Orlando to Ciao Italia is typically about 15 minutes heading south on International Drive. Free parking is available at the restaurant.
Ciao Italia offers generous portions of handmade Italian cuisine at fair prices. Many guests find the quality and value significantly better than the theme park dining options.
Yes. We have a private dining room for up to 60 guests and can accommodate full restaurant buyouts for up to 110. Call us at (407) 354-0770 to arrange group dining.
We open at 5 PM and serve until 10 PM. Most park visitors arrive between 7 and 8 PM. Reservations help guarantee your table during busy evenings.
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
The drive from Universal Studios Orlando to Ciao Italia is typically about 15 minutes heading south on International Drive. Free parking is available at the restaurant.
Ciao Italia offers generous portions of handmade Italian cuisine at fair prices. Many guests find the quality and value significantly better than the theme park dining options.
Yes. We have a private dining room for up to 60 guests and can accommodate full restaurant buyouts for up to 110. Call us at (407) 354-0770 to arrange group dining.
We open at 5 PM and serve until 10 PM. Most park visitors arrive between 7 and 8 PM. Reservations help guarantee your table during busy evenings.
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Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
About Dining Near Universal Studios Orlando
Universal Orlando Resort includes Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and the CityWalk entertainment district. Visitors spend entire days immersed in rides, shows, and attractions. When the parks close, the search for dinner begins, and CityWalk can only absorb so much of the crowd.
The hotel restaurants near Universal serve their purpose, but they rarely deliver a memorable dining experience. And the further you get from the resort, the more the options blend into the International Drive chain restaurant landscape.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is worth the 12-minute drive south. Located on Westwood Boulevard near I-Drive, the restaurant has been family-owned since 1991. The Navarra family makes fresh pasta every morning, simmers sauces all day, and bakes bread in-house. The menu covers classic Italian dishes from antipasti through dessert.
After a high-energy day at Universal, the quiet dining room at Ciao Italia is a welcome contrast. Zagat-rated, 9 awards, 4,000+ reviews, and a kids menu that includes gelato for $13. It is the kind of restaurant people come back to year after year.
Getting to Ciao Italia from Universal Orlando
From Universal Orlando, the drive to Ciao Italia takes about 12 minutes. Head south on International Drive for approximately 7 miles and turn onto Westwood Boulevard near the SeaWorld area. Free self-parking is available at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Rideshare from Universal typically runs $12 to $18 depending on traffic.
More Questions About Dining Near Universal Studios Orlando
What restaurants outside Universal Studios are worth visiting?
Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard is about 12 minutes from Universal and worth the short drive. Family-owned since 1991, it serves homemade Italian food in a relaxed atmosphere. Free parking, kids menu with gelato, and no dress code. A nice change from CityWalk dining.
Can I get a restaurant discount with my Universal Studios ticket?
While Ciao Italia Ristorante offers 10% off dinner with SeaWorld, Aquatica, Discovery Cove, and Epic Universe tickets, the restaurant welcomes all theme park visitors. Located about 12 minutes from Universal at 6149 Westwood Blvd, it is a great post-park dinner option with free parking.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Universal Studios Orlando
The drive from Universal Studios Orlando to Ciao Italia takes about 3 minutes. Head toward International Drive and continue to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, with free parking right in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the drive from Universal Studios to Ciao Italia?
The drive from Universal Studios Orlando to Ciao Italia is typically about 15 minutes heading south on International Drive. Free parking is available at the restaurant.
Is Ciao Italia less expensive than Universal CityWalk restaurants?
Ciao Italia offers generous portions of handmade Italian cuisine at fair prices. Many guests find the quality and value significantly better than the theme park dining options.
Can I bring a large group after a day at Universal?
Yes. We have a private dining room for up to 60 guests and can accommodate full restaurant buyouts for up to 110. Call us at (407) 354-0770 to arrange group dining.
What time should I arrive for dinner after Universal?
We open at 5 PM and serve until 10 PM. Most park visitors arrive between 7 and 8 PM. Reservations help guarantee your table during busy evenings.
Can I go to Ciao Italia after Universal Studios?
Yes. Ciao Italia is open nightly from 5 to 10 PM. Most Universal guests arrive between 6 and 8 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
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