Restaurants Near Westgate Leisure Resort Orlando
Skip the chains. Family-owned Italian since 1991. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Skip the Chains, Eat Here
The chain restaurants near Westgate Leisure Resort will charge you tourist prices for food that was frozen yesterday and reheated today. Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 10-minute drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, and everything on the menu is made from scratch by the Navarra family — the same family that opened this restaurant in 1991.
The difference between a chain and Ciao Italia is in every dish. The pasta is rolled and cut in the kitchen. The Lasagna is layered and baked, not assembled from frozen components. The Salmone Toscano is pan-seared with Tuscan herbs — fresh fish, not frozen filets. The Calamari Saltati is sauteed in white wine lemon butter, not battered and deep-fried. This is the food that earned 4,000+ reviews over 35 years.
Casual and family-friendly. $13 kids menu with gelato. Wine and beer. No dress code. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off dinner. Walk-ins welcome every night 5 to 10 PM. Free parking.
Chain vs. Ciao Italia
- Scratch-made pasta, sauces, and bread — nothing frozen, nothing reheated
- Family-owned since 1991, not a corporate franchise
- Over 4,000 reviews from people who skipped the chains
- Italian wine and beer, not a generic bar menu
- Fair prices — pasta from $19, secondi from $24
- $13 kids menu with gelato — better than any kids chain meal
- 10% off with SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket
- Upscale vibes, casual comfort — no dress code
Bring Your SeaWorld Ticket
Spent the day at SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove? Show your ticket at dinner and save 10%. From the Westgate Leisure Resort, take International Drive south — Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Sit down to handmade pasta, order a glass of Italian wine, and keep a little more in your pocket. The discount applies to your entire dinner check — antipasti through dessert.
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, 10 min from Westgate Leisure Resort.
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. Group dining packages available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Westgate Leisure Resort?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 10-minute drive from Westgate Leisure Resort. 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, Orlando.
How far is Ciao Italia from Westgate Leisure Resort?
Ciao Italia is a 10-minute drive from Westgate Leisure Resort, located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando. Free parking right in front.
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.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
10 min from Westgate Leisure Resort
From the Westgate Leisure Resort, take International Drive south — Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
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10 min from your hotel. Bring your SeaWorld ticket for 10% off.
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.