Handmade Italian Since 1991
Restaurants Near Marriott Grande Vista
10 min from Grande Vista to handmade Italian on I-Drive. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
10 min from Grande Vista to handmade 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
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 Marriott Grande Vista. Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando — a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Family-owned Italian since 1991 at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Handmade pasta, 4,000+ reviews. Show your SeaWorld ticket, save 10%.
No dress code. No pretension. Just good food and warm hospitality since 1991.
Marriott's Grande Vista sits on Avenida Vista Boulevard, surrounded by vacation resorts and timeshare villages. The on-site options are a marketplace and a poolside grill. Good enough for a quick breakfast, but not where you want to spend your one special dinner night in Orlando.
Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles away — a straight 10-minute drive down International 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.
There is no dress code. Come in shorts after a day at SeaWorld or dress up for an anniversary — either way, the food is the same scratch-made Italian that has kept people coming back for 35 years. 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 main entrance of Marriott's Grande Vista on Avenida Vista Boulevard, turn right onto International Drive and head north. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — 2.3 miles, about 10 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. If you reach SeaWorld, you have gone too far north — Ciao Italia is between Grande Vista and SeaWorld on the I-Drive corridor.
The menu is built around scratch-made Southern Italian cooking. Here is what Grande Vista 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.
How far is Ciao Italia from Marriott's Grande Vista?
2.3 miles — about a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Free parking in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Is Ciao Italia good for families with kids?
Absolutely. $13 kids menu with gelato dessert included. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts, sandals, strollers all welcome. The Navarra family has been welcoming families since 1991.
Do I need a reservation coming from Grande Vista?
Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. You can also book through OpenTable.
What kind of food does Ciao Italia serve?
Scratch-made Southern Italian. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, lamb, and classic Italian preparations. Every dish is made from scratch — no frozen pasta, no heat-and-serve, no shortcuts.
Can I get the SeaWorld discount if I am staying at Grande Vista?
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket at dinner and save 10% on your entire check. The ticket just needs to be from the current trip.
Does Ciao Italia have a full bar?
Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. The Italian wine list is curated to pair with the food, and there is a solid beer selection.
Is the restaurant casual or do I need to dress up?
Casual. No dress code at all. Ciao Italia looks elegant inside — arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks — but shorts and flip-flops are welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Does Ciao Italia accommodate large groups or private events?
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout accommodates up to 110. Custom group packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Call (407) 354-0770 for details.
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.
$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 have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
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 |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Ciao Italia Ristorante — 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando FL 32821 |
| Marriott Grande Vista | 2.3 miles / 10 min drive |
| Aquatica | 0.5 miles |
| OCCC | 0.9 miles / 3 min |
| SeaWorld | 1.4 miles |
| Discovery Cove | 2 miles |
| Landmark | Across from the DoubleTree by Hilton on I-Drive |
| Hours | Open nightly 5–10 PM, 7 days a week |
| Parking | Free self-parking lot in front |
| Dress Code | Casual — shorts and flip-flops welcome |
| Kids Menu | $13 with gelato included |
| SeaWorld Discount | 10% off with SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket |
Ciao Italia Ristorante is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista — a 10-minute drive north on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991, scratch-made Italian, over 4,000 reviews. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando FL 32821. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. (407) 354-0770.
From the main entrance on Avenida Vista Boulevard, turn right onto International Drive and head north for 2.3 miles. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd, directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton. Free parking lot right in front. About 10 minutes in normal traffic.
Yes — Ciao Italia is one of the most family-friendly restaurants on International Drive. $13 kids menu with gelato dessert included. Highchairs available. No dress code — shorts, sandals, and strollers are all welcome. The Navarra family has been welcoming families since 1991.
Every pasta at Ciao Italia is handmade from scratch daily. Rolled and cut fresh by hand — never from a box, never frozen. This includes signature dishes like Tortellini Brasato e Tartufo, Pappardelle al Cinghiale, and Linguine alle Vongole. Scratch-made pasta has been the standard since 1991.
Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket at dinner and save 10% on your entire check. The ticket just needs to be from your current trip.
No dress code at all. The restaurant looks elegant — arched columns, Italian pottery, wine racks — but the atmosphere is casual. Shorts and flip-flops are welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. You can also book through OpenTable. Reservations are recommended on Friday and Saturday evenings.
Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout accommodates up to 110. Custom group packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person — perfect for family reunions, timeshare owner events, or vacation celebrations. Call (407) 354-0770.
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.