Restaurants Near Hyatt Regency Orlando
Skip hotel markup and chain restaurants. Real Italian 5-10 min away. SeaWorld ticket saves 10%.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Real Italian at Neighborhood Prices
The restaurants nearest the Hyatt Regency Orlando fall into two categories: hotel restaurants with inflated prices and chain restaurants with mediocre food. Neither is worth your money, especially when there is a family-owned Italian restaurant 5-10 minutes away that serves handmade food at honest prices.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on International Drive and Westwood Blvd — a 5-10 minutes drive from the Hyatt Regency. The Navarra family opened in 1991 and is still here, still cooking from scratch, still charging $19 for a plate of Fettuccine Alfredo that a hotel restaurant would price at $34.
Over 4,000 reviews. 9 awards. Zagat rated. Free parking in front. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. No dress code — upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Hotel Restaurant vs. Ciao Italia
- Hotel Caesar salad: $18. Ciao Italia Insalata Caesar: $12 — made fresh.
- Hotel pasta: $30+, reheated. Ciao Italia pasta: $19-$36, handmade from scratch.
- Hotel wine: $16/glass minimum. Ciao Italia: Italian wine list at fair prices.
- Hotel vibe: formal, stiff. Ciao Italia: casual, warm, family-owned.
- Hotel parking: valet $30. Ciao Italia: free parking lot in front.
Perfect for Convention Groups
Staying at the Hyatt Regency for a convention at the OCCC? Bring your team. Ciao Italia has a private dining room for up to 60 guests and full restaurant buyout for 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Call (407) 354-0770.
Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. The discount applies to your entire check.
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. On International Drive, 5-10 min from Hyatt Regency.
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 group dining menus available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Hyatt Regency Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 5-10 minutes drive from the Hyatt Regency Orlando. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, they serve handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian classics every night from 5 to 10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews, Zagat rated, 9 awards. 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive.
How far is Ciao Italia from Hyatt Regency Orlando?
Ciao Italia is a 5-10 minutes drive from the Hyatt Regency Orlando. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive and Westwood Blvd.
Does Ciao Italia offer a SeaWorld discount?
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. The discount applies to your entire check.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Do I need a reservation at Ciao Italia?
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. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.
Can Ciao Italia host a group dinner for Hyatt Regency Orlando convention guests?
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for 110. Group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person with custom menus. Call (407) 354-0770 to arrange.
5-10 min from Hyatt Regency
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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.