Restaurants By The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Homemade Italian just 8 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes Guests Love Ciao Italia
Staying at The Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes? Skip the hotel restaurant and come to Ciao Italia — 8 minutes, a 10-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 Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
The Ritz-Carlton at Grande Lakes sets a high bar for dining, with multiple award-winning restaurants on property. But luxury guests who have traveled the world know that some of the best food comes from the smallest kitchens.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant where the Navarra family has cooked from scratch since 1991. There is no executive chef rotation, no seasonal concept pivots — just the same family making the same honest food for over 35 years.
For Ritz-Carlton guests accustomed to curated dining experiences, Ciao Italia offers something different: authenticity without performance. The pasta is fresh, the bread is warm, the sauces are traditional. The experience is personal because the family is right there.
Wine and beer with dinner. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5-10 PM. Private dining room seats up to 60. Over 4,000 reviews. The kind of restaurant that does not need a Michelin star to earn your respect.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
From the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes, head west on Central Florida Parkway toward International Drive, then south to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — about 10 minutes. Free parking lot right in front.
More Questions About Dining Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Where can Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes guests eat off-resort?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Homemade food since 1991, over 4,000 reviews, and prices well below resort dining. Open nightly 5-10 PM with free parking.
Is there authentic Italian food near the Ritz-Carlton Orlando?
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard has been making homemade Italian food since 1991. About 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Fresh pasta, bread, traditional recipes. 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.
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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.