Restaurants Near Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando
Homemade Italian just 8 minutes away. Family-owned since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Why Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando Guests Choose Ciao Italia
After checking in, the first question is always the same: where should we eat tonight? If you are staying at Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando, the answer is easy. Ciao Italia is 8 minutes — a 8-minute drive to a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been making everything from scratch since 1991. Over 4,000 reviews from guests who discovered it exactly the way you are right now.
What to Expect
- Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando
- Homemade pasta, fresh sauces, bread baked daily
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
- Italian wine list and beer selection
- $13 kids menu with gelato included
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome, open nightly 5-10 PM
Better Than Hotel Dining
Hotel restaurants charge hotel prices for food that was prepped hours ago. Ciao Italia charges neighborhood prices for food that was made by hand today. The Fettuccine Alfredo, the Chicken Parmigiana, the Risotto alla Pescatora — everything is cooked to order in a kitchen that has been perfecting these recipes for more than 35 years. 6149 Westwood Blvd. (407) 354-0770.
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. Near SeaWorld, I-Drive, and the Convention Center.
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 menus available.
About Dining Near Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando
Grande Vista guests have full kitchens, but that does not mean they want to grocery shop and cook every night of vacation. Ciao Italia offers the perfect excuse to take a night off — homemade Italian food just 8 minutes away.
The Navarra family opened Ciao Italia in 1991 on Westwood Boulevard and has never changed the formula: everything from scratch, every day. Fresh pasta, bread from the oven, sauces simmered to order. No shortcuts.
For Grande Vista families, the kids menu ($13 with gelato) and the casual atmosphere make it an easy choice. No dress code, no attitude — just a neighborhood Italian restaurant doing what it has done for over 35 years.
Walk-ins are welcome. Free parking out front. Wine and beer with dinner. Open nightly 5-10 PM. The kind of place where you go once and come back for the rest of the trip.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando
Getting to Ciao Italia from Grande Vista takes about 8 minutes. Drive toward I-Drive, then turn onto Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 with a free parking lot directly in front. Straightforward drive.
More Questions About Dining Near Marriott's Grande Vista Orlando
Is there kid-friendly Italian food near Marriott Grande Vista?
Yes. Ciao Italia is 8 minutes from Grande Vista and has a $13 kids menu with gelato. Highchairs available, casual atmosphere, free parking, and walk-ins welcome nightly.
What are the best dinner options near Grande Vista Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a top-rated family-owned Italian restaurant about 8 minutes from Grande Vista. Homemade pasta, fresh bread, wine and beer, and a private dining room for groups up to 60. Open since 1991.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato for dessert. Highchairs available.
Do I need a reservation?
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.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
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Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian.
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.