Near Pointe Orlando
Restaurants Near Pointe Orlando
Better food than the usual I-Drive chains. Just 5 minutes away.
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Near Pointe Orlando
Better food than the usual I-Drive chains. Just 5 minutes away.
Our Story
When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.
More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive.
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Every dish made from scratch • No shortcuts since 1991
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), and Epic Universe (10 minutes). Free self-parking. Reservations recommended. Phone: (407) 354-0770.
Skip the Pointe Orlando crowds. Ciao Italia is minutes away on I-Drive with handmade pasta, fresh seafood, and Italian wine & beer. 4,000+ reviews. Free parking. Open nightly.
Family-owned and operated since 1991. Homemade pasta, fresh sauces, and Italian classics served nightly. Located on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando — 3 minutes from SeaWorld, 4 minutes from Aquatica, and 5 minutes from the Convention Center.
Kids menu with gelato included. Homemade pasta. Free parking. Open every night.
Pointe Orlando has shopping, entertainment, and plenty of chain restaurants. But if you have ever sat down at one of those I-Drive spots and thought, "This is fine, but is this really the best Orlando has to offer?" then you already know the problem. The tourist corridor is packed with predictable food at tourist prices.
Ciao Italia is just 5 minutes from Pointe Orlando, but it feels like a completely different world. We are on Westwood Blvd, a quiet street away from the I-Drive noise. The Navarra family has been here since 1991, making handmade pasta and cooking real Italian food for everyone who walks through the door.
This is not a restaurant that popped up to catch tourist traffic. This is a place where a real family has been cooking for 35 years. You can taste the difference in every bite.
Olive Garden has unlimited breadsticks. Maggiano's has the big portions. Carrabba's has the grill. But none of them have a family in the kitchen who has been making the same recipes for three decades. None of them hand-roll their pasta every morning. And none of them have 4,000+ reviews from people who keep coming back specifically because the food is that good.
Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story
Private Dining & Group Events
Celebrate at Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned since 1991 on International Drive in Orlando. From corporate dinners and family celebrations to special occasions, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and flexible spaces tailored to your event.
All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.
Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.
What Guests Say
"We have been coming here for 10 years every time we visit Orlando. The food never changes and that is the highest compliment."
— The Rossi Family — OpenTable"No pretension, no attitude, just amazing food and warm service. The tortellini with truffle cream is outstanding."
— James R. — TripAdvisor"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit. Already planning our next trip back."
— Nicole & Chris W. — Google
On International Drive — minutes from Orlando's top attractions.
Open 7 Days
5 PM – 10 PM
Free On-Site
Casual
Come As You Are
OpenTable or Call
(407) 354-0770
Ciao Italia is about 2 miles from Pointe Orlando, so driving is recommended. The drive takes 5 minutes and free parking is available in front of the restaurant.
Ciao Italia is approximately 2 miles and 5 minutes by car from Pointe Orlando, heading south on International Drive to Westwood Boulevard. Free parking is available at the restaurant.
Ciao Italia is just 5 minutes from Pointe Orlando, located at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Close to all the I-Drive action but on a quieter street with free parking.
We think so, and our 4,000+ reviews agree. Everything is handmade and from scratch. No frozen bags, no microwaves. Family-owned since 1991.
Yes. We have private dining for up to 60 guests and full restaurant buyouts for up to 110. Great for groups visiting the I-Drive area.
Yes, free self-parking for all guests. No need to deal with I-Drive parking garages or meters.
Walk-ins are welcome every night. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. Online reservations are also available.
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Real Italian food on International Drive. Family-owned since 1991.
