Restaurants By Element by Marriott Orlando International Drive
Homemade Italian just 2 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why Element by Marriott Orlando International Drive Guests Love Ciao Italia
Staying at Element by Marriott Orlando International Drive? Skip the hotel restaurant and come to Ciao Italia — 2 minutes, a 8-minute drive to a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been making everything from scratch since 1991. No chains. No room service markup. Just homemade pasta, fresh sauces, bread from the oven, and a warm dining room. Over 4,000 reviews from guests who discovered it exactly the way you are right now.
What to Expect
Better Than Hotel Dining
Hotel restaurants charge hotel prices for food that was prepped hours ago. Ciao Italia charges neighborhood prices for food that was made by hand today. The Fettuccine Alfredo, the Chicken Parmigiana, the Risotto alla Pescatora — everything is cooked to order in a kitchen that has been perfecting these recipes for more than 35 years. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Parking
Free parking lot
right in front
About Dining Near I-Drive
International Drive is the heart of Orlando's tourist corridor. Stretching over 11 miles through the center of the city, I-Drive is home to theme parks, attractions, outlet malls, and hundreds of restaurants. Millions of visitors walk this strip every year looking for somewhere to eat after a long day.
The problem with dining on International Drive is that most of the restaurants are chains. The same menus you can find in any airport or shopping mall. The food is predictable, the service is rushed, and the experience is forgettable. Visitors deserve better than that.
Ciao Italia Ristorante sits just off International Drive on Westwood Boulevard, where the Navarra family has been cooking authentic Italian food since 1991. The pasta is handmade daily. The sauces are made from scratch. The bread is baked fresh every evening. It is a fundamentally different dining experience than anything on the main strip.
Whether you are staying at one of the I-Drive hotels, visiting SeaWorld or Aquatica, or spending the day at the outlets, Ciao Italia is 2 minutes from the action. Free parking, walk-ins welcome, and open every night from 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from I-Drive
Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Boulevard, just off International Drive. From anywhere on I-Drive, head south toward SeaWorld and turn onto Westwood Blvd. The restaurant is on your right with free parking in front. The drive takes about 2 minutes from most I-Drive hotels and attractions.
More Questions About Dining Near I-Drive
Is Ciao Italia on International Drive?
Ciao Italia is just off International Drive on Westwood Boulevard, about 2 minutes from the main I-Drive corridor. The address is 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking is available for all guests.
Is Ciao Italia good for date night near International Drive?
Ciao Italia is one of the best date night restaurants near I-Drive. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, with an Italian wine list and beer selection. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and candlelit tables make it a popular choice for couples visiting Orlando.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available.
Do I need a reservation?
Walk-ins are welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call ahead at (407) 354-0770.
Does Ciao Italia have wine?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
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Dinner By Element
Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.
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.