Restaurants By Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando I-Drive
Homemade Italian just 2 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando I-Drive Guests Love Ciao Italia
Staying at Homewood Suites by Hilton Orlando I-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 Homewood Suites Orlando
Guests staying at Homewood Suites Orlando are in the thick of International Drive's action — close to ICON Park, outlet malls, and dozens of attractions. The challenge is finding a restaurant that feels personal amid all the tourist-facing chains.
About 5 minutes from Homewood Suites Orlando, Ciao Italia Ristorante has been a family-run neighborhood staple since 1991. The Navarra family makes everything from scratch — pasta, sauces, desserts — and serves dinner nightly from 5 to 10 PM at 6149 Westwood Boulevard. Free parking right in front.
Expect a full Italian dinner menu — from Pasta e Fagioli and Bruschetta to handmade Lasagna, Pappardelle al Cinghiale, and fresh seafood risotto. The secondi include Chicken Marsala, Veal Parmigiana, and Australian lamb chops. The restaurant offers Italian wine and beer with dinner. There is a $13 kids menu that includes gelato, so it works for families of all sizes.
With more than 4,000 reviews and 9 awards, Ciao Italia has a track record that speaks for itself. The dining room is casual and welcoming — no dress code, no pretension. Groups up to 60 can reserve the private dining room. Call (407) 354-0770 or just walk in.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Homewood Suites Orlando
Take International Drive south toward the SeaWorld area. Turn right onto Westwood Boulevard and look for Ciao Italia on the left side. Free parking right in front. About 5 minutes by car. 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 Homewood Suites Orlando
Is there a kids menu at restaurants near Homewood Suites Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante, about 5 minutes from Homewood Suites Orlando, offers a $13 kids menu for children 10 and under that includes gelato. The restaurant is family-friendly and casual, with highchairs available. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
What is the best dinner spot near Homewood Suites Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 5 minutes from Homewood Suites Orlando. The Navarra family has been serving handmade pasta and Italian classics since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
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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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.