Restaurants By Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
Homemade Italian just 3 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld Guests Love Ciao Italia
Staying at Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld? Skip the hotel restaurant and come to Ciao Italia — 3 minutes, a 5-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
- Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
- Homemade pasta, fresh sauces, bread baked daily
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
- Italian wine list and beer selection
- $13 kids menu with gelato included
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome, open nightly 5-10 PM
- 4,000+ reviews from guests like you
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
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters or garages.
Location
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
Reservations
Book online through OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins always welcome.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110. Custom menus available.
About Dining Near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld
The SeaWorld corridor along International Drive is one of Orlando's most popular areas for visitors. Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld is right in the middle of it, with theme parks, water parks, and entertainment on every side. When it comes to dinner, though, the best options are nearby and off the beaten path.
About 4 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld, 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 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
Are there Italian restaurants near Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld with private dining?
Ciao Italia Ristorante offers a private dining room for up to 60 guests. Located about 4 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Family-owned since 1991. Call (407) 354-0770 for private event inquiries.
Where is the closest Italian restaurant to Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is about 4 minutes from Renaissance Orlando at SeaWorld. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991. Homemade pasta, fresh seafood, Italian wine and beer. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome.
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.
Just 1 mile from SeaWorld Orlando
3 minutes drive via Westwood Blvd — free parking at the door
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Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on International Drive since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.