Restaurants Near Disney World Off Property
Family-owned Italian dining just off Disney property. Handmade pasta since 1991.
Off Property Is Where the Real Food Lives
Inside Disney World, restaurants operate under a specific set of rules. The menus are designed by committee. The prices include a location premium. The decor is themed. None of that is necessarily bad, but it is not how real restaurants work. Real restaurants are owned by families who stake their name on every plate. Real restaurants have regulars who come back week after week. Real restaurants make their food from scratch because that is the only way they know how.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a real restaurant. The Navarra family has owned it since 1991. It is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, about 20 minutes from EPCOT and Hollywood Studios, 25 minutes from Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom. The pasta is handmade daily. The sauces are made from scratch. The wine is Italian. And the experience is personal in a way that no Disney restaurant can replicate.
A Menu That Rewards the Drive
The journey from Disney property to Ciao Italia takes about 20 minutes via I-4, and every minute is worth it when the Pappardelle al Cinghiale arrives. Wild boar ragu, porcini mushrooms, pecorino cheese, all on handmade pasta. The Linguine alle Vongole with fresh clams. The Tortellini con Brasato with braised beef and truffle cream. These are dishes that take time, skill, and care.
The sauteed calamari is tender and perfectly seasoned. The Australian lamb chops are served with mashed potatoes and asparagus. The homemade tiramisu is the real thing. All of this with beer and wine, free parking, and a $13 kids menu that includes gelato.
What Off-Property Dining Gets You
Lower prices, shorter waits, better food, and a more authentic experience. At Ciao Italia, you are not paying for a location inside a theme park complex. You are paying for food that a family has been perfecting for over 35 years. The difference shows up on the plate and on the check.
Open every night 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Private dining for up to 60. Call (407) 354-0770.
Practical Details
Cuisine
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Hours
Open nightly 5 PM to 10 PM. Seven days a week.
Parking
Free self-parking right in front of the restaurant.
About Off-Property Dining Near Disney World
Walt Disney World is surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and attractions along International Drive, Sand Lake Road, and Highway 192. Off-property restaurants in these areas often provide better value and more diverse cuisine than on-property options, with shorter wait times and lower prices.
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is one of Orlando's longest-running Italian restaurants, located off Disney property near SeaWorld and International Drive. The Navarra family has operated it since 1991 with handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, lamb chops, and sauteed calamari. 4,000+ reviews. 9 awards. Beer and wine. Free parking. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Disney World
From Disney World, take I-4 East to Exit 74A (Sand Lake Road). Head south on International Drive, then right onto Westwood Blvd. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd. About 20-25 minutes depending on your starting park. Free parking.
People Also Ask About Off-Property Restaurants Near Disney
What restaurants are near Disney World but off property?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is 20-25 minutes from all Disney parks. Family-owned since 1991 with handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews, and 9 awards.
Is off-property dining near Disney World worth it?
Many visitors find better value and food quality off property. Restaurants like Ciao Italia offer authentic cuisine at fair prices without Disney location premiums.
How do I get to off-property restaurants from Disney World?
Most off-property restaurants are accessible via I-4. Ciao Italia is about 20-25 minutes from any Disney park, with free parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
About Dining Near Disney World Off Property
When you are visiting Disney World Off Property in Orlando, finding a genuine Italian dinner can feel impossible among the chains and tourist traps. Ciao Italia Ristorante has been the answer since 1991 — a family-owned Italian restaurant on Westwood Boulevard where everything is made from scratch.
The Navarra family runs the kitchen personally. Handmade pasta, fresh sauces, bread baked daily, and housemade desserts. The menu includes classics like lasagna and chicken parmigiana alongside refined dishes like pappardelle with wild boar ragu and risotto alla pescatora.
With 4,000+ reviews, 9 awards, and over 35 years of service, Ciao Italia is one of the most trusted Italian restaurants in the Orlando area. Italian wine and beer are available with dinner. Kids eat for $13 with gelato. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Disney World Off Property
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes from Disney World Off Property. Head toward International Drive and continue to Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, with free parking right in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
More Questions About Dining Near Disney World Off Property
What is a good Italian restaurant near Disney World Off Property?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 20 minutes away. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, and lamb since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Where can I have dinner near Disney World Off Property?
Ciao Italia is about 20 minutes away and serves authentic Italian food made from scratch. Italian wine and beer with dinner, free parking, kids menu with gelato. Walk-ins welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ciao Italia from Disney World property?
About 12-18 miles depending on which park. EPCOT and Hollywood Studios are 20 minutes; Magic Kingdom and Animal Kingdom are 25 minutes via I-4.
Do I need a car to eat off Disney property?
A car makes it easiest. Uber and Lyft are also options. The ride from Disney to Ciao Italia is about 20-25 minutes and typically costs $15-25 each way.
Is Ciao Italia open late enough for after-park dining?
Yes. Ciao Italia is open until 10 PM every night, giving guests plenty of time to enjoy dinner after park hours.
What is the parking situation at Ciao Italia?
Free self-parking right in front of the restaurant. No garages, no valet fees, no meters.
Does Ciao Italia serve alcohol?
Beer and wine are available with dinner. Ciao Italia does not have a curated wine and beer selection or.
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Off Property, On Point
20-25 minutes from Disney World. Family-owned Italian since 1991. Open tonight.
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.