Restaurants for Families in Orlando
Where every generation eats well. A family-owned Italian restaurant since 1991.
A Restaurant That Understands Families
Finding restaurants for families in Orlando is not the hard part. The city has thousands of them. The hard part is finding one where the food is genuinely good, the atmosphere works for all ages, and you do not leave feeling like you just paid premium prices for reheated chain food.
Ciao Italia Ristorante solves that problem. The Navarra family has operated this restaurant since 1991, and they built it around the same values that define Italian family life: sit together, eat well, take your time. There is a $13 kids menu with gelato. There are handmade pastas and fresh seafood for the adults. There is a warm dining room where nobody rushes you. And there are over 4,000 reviews from families who found exactly what they were looking for.
The Orlando Family Dinner Done Right
In Italian culture, dinner is the center of family life. It is not about eating fast and getting to the next activity. It is about being together. That is the atmosphere the Navarra family created at Ciao Italia, and it is why families return year after year.
The kids eat Chicken Parmesan or pasta with fresh sauce and finish with gelato. The parents enjoy Risotto Pescatore, Pappardelle with Wild Boar, or lamb chops. The grandparents savor the Veal Piccata and a glass of Italian wine. Everyone is happy. Everyone is full. And nobody had to settle for a mediocre meal at a chain restaurant just because it was convenient.
Details That Matter to Families
Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, a few 3 minutes from SeaWorld, International Drive, and the Orange County Convention Center. Free self-parking is available, which makes arriving with a family much easier than navigating crowded parking garages. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM.
For family celebrations, Ciao Italia offers private dining for up to 60 guests and full restaurant buyouts for 110. Birthdays, anniversaries, graduations, reunions. Whatever brings your family together, the Navarra family knows how to make it memorable. Call (407) 354-0770 to reserve your table.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best restaurants for families in Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of the best restaurants for families in Orlando. Family-owned since 1991, it serves handmade Italian food with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato. It is near SeaWorld and I-Drive with free self-parking.
Why do families love Ciao Italia?
Families love Ciao Italia because the food is made from scratch, the kids menu includes gelato, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming, and the Navarra family treats every guest like their own family. It is a real family restaurant run by a real family.
Can I bring a large family group to Ciao Italia?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers private dining for groups up to 60 and full restaurant buyouts for up to 110 guests. This is perfect for family reunions, birthday celebrations, anniversaries, and holiday dinners.
Where is Ciao Italia located?
Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, about 5 minutes from International Drive and SeaWorld. Free self-parking is available. Open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM.
What are Ciao Italia's hours?
Ciao Italia is open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Handmade Italian food. Kids menu with gelato. Free parking. Family-owned since 1991.
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.