Handmade Italian Since 1991
Restaurants Near Hilton Orlando
0.7 miles from the Hilton to scratch-made Italian on I-Drive. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
0.7 miles from the Hilton to scratch-made Italian on I-Drive. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
When the Navarra family opened Ciao Italia on International Drive in 1991, Orlando looked nothing like it does today. But the mission was simple: serve real Italian food, made from scratch, every single night.
35 years later, that mission hasn't changed. The pasta is still handmade. The sauces still simmer for hours. Over 4,000 guests have left reviews. Zagat rated, highly awarded, and the same family still greeting you at the door.
This is not a chain. This is the real thing.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate from scratch
The Hilton Orlando sits on Destination Parkway, steps from the Orange County Convention Center. The hotel restaurants are convenient but expensive, and the surrounding options are mostly chains. Ciao Italia is 0.7 miles south on International Drive — less than a 3-minute drive.
The Navarra family has been making everything from scratch at 6149 Westwood Blvd since 1991. Pasta rolled by hand every day. Sauces that simmer for hours. Fresh Florida Gulf seafood. Imported San Marzano tomatoes and Italian olive oil. Over 4,000 guests have left reviews, and the same family still runs the kitchen and greets you at the door.
Convention attendees, families visiting the parks, and couples looking for a real dinner all end up here. There is no dress code — come in your conference badge or your SeaWorld t-shirt. Free parking right in front. Walk-ins welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on your entire check.
From the Hilton Orlando lobby on Destination Parkway, turn left onto International Drive and head south. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — 0.7 miles, about 3 minutes in normal traffic. Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.
The restaurant sits directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton on International Drive. The Convention Center is between the Hilton and Ciao Italia, so if you are walking from a session at the OCCC, the restaurant is just 0.9 miles south.
The menu is built around scratch-made Southern Italian cooking. Here is what Hilton Orlando guests order most:
Wine and beer are available to complement every dish. No cocktails or full bar. The Italian wine list is curated to pair with the food. Convention groups frequently order the private dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821). Established in 1991 by the Navarra family. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away, Orange County Convention Center (0.9 miles / 3 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Restaurants Near Hilton Orlando. Ciao Italia is 0.7 miles from the Hilton Orlando — a 3-minute drive south on International Drive. Family-owned Italian since 1991 at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%.
How far is Ciao Italia from the Hilton Orlando?
Ciao Italia is just 0.7 miles from the Hilton Orlando, a quick drive down International Drive. Free parking right in front at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Most guests arrive in under 5 minutes.
Is there free parking at Ciao Italia?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No valet, no meters, no garages. Hilton Orlando guests driving the 0.7 miles over for dinner always appreciate this.
Can I walk in without a reservation from the Hilton Orlando?
Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. Most Hilton Orlando guests can be seated promptly at just 0.7 miles away.
Does Ciao Italia offer a SeaWorld discount for Hilton Orlando guests?
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on your entire dinner check. Hilton Orlando guests visiting the parks love this deal at just 0.7 miles from the hotel.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly for Hilton Orlando guests?
Absolutely. The $13 kids menu includes gelato, highchairs are available, and the casual atmosphere welcomes everyone. No dress code. Hilton Orlando families make the 0.7-mile drive regularly.
Is the Convention Center close to Ciao Italia for Hilton Orlando guests?
Yes. Ciao Italia is 0.7 miles from the Hilton Orlando and 0.9 miles from the Orange County Convention Center. Convention guests frequently dine here after sessions. Free parking and open nightly until 10 PM.
Ciao Italia looks elegant — arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks. But there's no dress code. Shorts and flip-flops are welcome. Kids are welcome. This is the kind of place where a family in Disney shirts sits next to a couple celebrating their anniversary, and everyone's comfortable.
$13 kids menu with gelato included. Highchairs available. Walk-ins welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. Free parking lot right in front.
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"We host our company dinner here every year during the convention. Private room, great wine, and the lamb chops are always perfect."
"Came here after SeaWorld with the kids. No dress code, free parking, incredible food. My daughter loved the gelato."
Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Free self-parking lot right in front. No meters or garages.
6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center.
Book online via OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770.
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — across from the DoubleTree by Hilton |
| Hilton Orlando | 0.7 miles — minutes away |
| Aquatica | 0.5 miles |
| OCCC | 0.9 miles / 3 min |
| SeaWorld | 1.4 miles |
| Discovery Cove | 2 miles |
| Hours | Open nightly 5–10 PM |
| Parking | Free on-site |
| Dress Code | Casual — no dress code |
Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of the best restaurants near the Hilton Orlando — just 0.7 miles away, a 5-minute drive. Family-owned since 1991, they serve handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics at neighborhood prices. Over 4,000 reviews, highly awarded, Zagat rated. Free parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Yes. Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from the Hilton Orlando and the OCCC. Fettuccine Alfredo is $19, Lasagna is $21, Chicken Parm is $24. Everything is made from scratch. Free parking. Show your SeaWorld ticket for 10% off.
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. The discount applies to your entire check.
Ciao Italia is 0.7 miles from the Hilton Orlando — about a 5-minute drive. Free parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Yes. Italian wine list and beer selection. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
On International Drive, near SeaWorld and the Convention Center. Free parking right in front.
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Handmade pasta, 35 years of family cooking, 4,000+ reviews. Bring your SeaWorld ticket for 10% off.