Restaurants Near Aloft Orlando International Drive near SeaWorld
Homemade Italian just 3 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why Aloft Orlando International Drive near SeaWorld Guests Choose Ciao Italia
After checking in, the first question is always the same: where should we eat tonight? If you are staying at Aloft Orlando International Drive near SeaWorld, the answer is easy. Ciao Italia is 3 minutes — a 5-minute drive to a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been making everything from scratch since 1991. 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 Aloft Orlando International Drive near 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
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 Aloft SeaWorld Orlando
The area around Aloft SeaWorld has no shortage of restaurants, but most cater to the tourist crowd with predictable menus and inflated prices. Guests who want something different — something that locals actually recommend — tend to end up at Ciao Italia.
Located just 3 minutes from the hotel on Westwood Boulevard, Ciao Italia is a family restaurant in the truest sense. The Navarra family has owned and operated it since 1991. The pasta is homemade. The bread comes out of the oven fresh. Nothing is pre-made or shipped in.
After a day at SeaWorld or exploring International Drive, the last thing most guests want is another chain. Ciao Italia offers a genuine alternative — a neighborhood Italian restaurant with 4,000+ reviews, 9 awards, and a kids menu that includes gelato for $13.
Free parking is right out front. Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. It is the dinner spot Aloft guests come back to on their second and third nights.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Aloft SeaWorld Orlando
Getting to Ciao Italia from the Aloft is simple. Turn onto Westwood Boulevard heading south and the restaurant is on your right within about 3 minutes. Free parking is available directly in front of the building. No need for rideshare — it is an easy drive.
More Questions About Dining Near Aloft SeaWorld Orlando
Do any restaurants near the Aloft SeaWorld offer free parking?
Ciao Italia Ristorante has a free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. It is about 3 minutes from the Aloft by car — no valet fees, no parking garage.
Where do locals eat near SeaWorld Orlando?
Locals recommend Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard. It is family-owned, has been open since 1991, and serves homemade Italian food nightly. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards back it up.
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.