Restaurants Near Hilton Buena Vista Palace
Authentic Italian dining 20 minutes from Hilton Buena Vista Palace. Since 1991.
Staying at the Hilton Buena Vista Palace? Eat Here Tonight
The Hilton Buena Vista Palace is one of the premier hotels in the Disney Springs area, and the dining options nearby reflect the tourist-heavy location. Disney Springs has plenty of restaurants, but most come with long waits, high prices, and the same corporate polish. After a day at the parks, you deserve something different.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 20 minutes from the Hilton Buena Vista Palace on Westwood Boulevard, near SeaWorld. The Navarra family has been cooking authentic Italian food here since 1991. The pasta is handmade, the seafood is fresh, and the atmosphere is intimate and personal — everything the Disney Springs restaurants are not.
A Dinner Worth the Short Drive
Ciao Italia is not trying to be flashy. It does not need to be. The Pappardelle al Cinghiale — handmade pasta with wild boar ragu and porcini mushrooms — speaks for itself. So does the Risotto alla Pescatora, loaded with clams, mussels, shrimp, and calamari. These are the kinds of dishes that earn a restaurant 4,000+ reviews over 35 years.
The kids menu is $13 with gelato included. Beer and wine are available with dinner. There is free parking right in front. And unlike most restaurants near Disney, you can usually walk in and be seated without a long wait — though reservations are recommended on weekend nights.
About Dining Near the Hilton Buena Vista Palace
The Hilton Buena Vista Palace is located in the Disney Springs Resort Area on Hotel Plaza Boulevard. While Disney Springs offers dining, many hotel guests prefer to venture outside the Disney bubble for more authentic and better-priced options.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 20 minutes east on Westwood Boulevard, near SeaWorld and International Drive. The Navarra family has owned and operated this restaurant since 1991. Everything is made from scratch daily.
With 4,000+ reviews, 9 awards, and a menu featuring handmade pastas, Australian lamb chops, sauteed calamari, and fresh seafood, Ciao Italia is a genuine dining destination. Beer and wine with dinner. Free parking. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Hilton Buena Vista Palace
Take Hotel Plaza Boulevard to I-4 East. Exit at International Drive (exit 72) and head south. Turn right onto Westwood Blvd. The restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, about 20 minutes away with free parking.
More Questions About Dining Near the Hilton Buena Vista Palace
Can I get takeout from Ciao Italia to the Hilton Buena Vista Palace?
Yes. Ciao Italia is available on Uber Eats and DoorDash, or call (407) 354-0770 for takeout.
Is Ciao Italia good for a special occasion dinner?
Yes. The intimate atmosphere, handmade pasta, Italian wine list, and private dining for up to 60 guests make it ideal for celebrations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best restaurants near Hilton Buena Vista Palace?
Ciao Italia Ristorante at 6149 Westwood Blvd is 20 minutes from the Hilton Buena Vista Palace. Family-owned since 1991 with handmade pasta and over 4,000 reviews.
How far is Ciao Italia from Hilton Buena Vista Palace?
Ciao Italia is approximately 12 miles and 20 minutes from the Hilton Buena Vista Palace via I-4 and International Drive.
Is Ciao Italia worth the drive from Hilton Buena Vista Palace?
Absolutely. The handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and authentic Italian cooking are a significant upgrade over the chain restaurants near Disney Springs. Free parking saves additional money.
Does Ciao Italia near Hilton Buena Vista Palace serve families?
Yes. Kids menu $13 with gelato, walk-ins welcome, casual atmosphere, and private dining for groups up to 60.
What are Ciao Italia's hours?
Ciao Italia is open nightly from 5 PM to 10 PM, seven days a week. Reservations recommended on weekends.
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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.