Food Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Skip hotel food. Homemade Italian about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome.
Homemade Pasta, Bread, Sauces — Made Fresh Every Night
The Best Food Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
The food options near Ritz-Carlton are mostly chains and hotel restaurants. If you want something real — food made by hand, by a family, from scratch — Ciao Italia is about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton.
Homemade pasta. Fresh sauces. Bread from the oven. Desserts made in house. This is not corporate cooking. This is the Navarra family making Italian food the way they have since 1991.
Free parking, kids menu with gelato, walk-ins welcome every night. The best food near your hotel is not at your hotel.
- About 10 minutes by car from Ritz-Carlton
- Everything made from scratch daily
- Over 4,000 reviews on Google
- Kids menu $13 with gelato
- Free parking in front
- Walk-ins welcome
- Wine and beer available
- Open nightly 5-10 PM
Why Ritz-Carlton Guests Leave the Hotel for Dinner
Because the food is different. You can taste it. Homemade pasta does not taste like dried pasta. Fresh sauce does not taste like a jar. Bread from the oven does not taste like a breadbasket.
Guests at Ritz-Carlton find Ciao Italia on the first night and come back every night after. The kids love the gelato. The adults love the wine and the pasta. Everyone loves the prices.
This is what dinner should be on vacation — easy, delicious, and affordable. Not a hotel markup. Not a chain. Real food.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
Parking & Families
Free parking lot
Kids menu available
Walk-ins welcome
About Dining Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Ritz-Carlton guests expect excellence, and they tend to find it in unexpected places. Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 10-minute drive from the resort — a family-owned Italian restaurant where the food speaks for itself.
The Navarra family opened Ciao Italia in 1991 and still runs it today. Everything is made from scratch: the pasta, the bread, the sauces. It is not fine dining in the traditional sense, but the quality of the ingredients and the care in preparation rival anything on a resort menu.
What Ritz-Carlton guests appreciate most is the genuineness. No trend-chasing, no molecular gastronomy — just traditional Italian recipes prepared with skill and consistency. The kind of restaurant where the family name is on the line every night.
Free parking. Walk-ins welcome. Wine and beer available. Kids menu $13 with gelato. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards earned one plate at a time.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Getting to Ciao Italia from the Ritz-Carlton takes about 10 minutes. Drive toward International Drive and turn onto Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is at 6149 with free parking directly in front. No tolls on the route.
More Questions About Dining Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
What local restaurants are worth trying near Grande Lakes Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a local institution about 10 minutes from Grande Lakes. Family-owned since 1991, serving homemade pasta, veal, lamb chops, and seafood. Over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards. Free parking.
Are there group dining options near the Ritz-Carlton Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante has a private dining room for up to 60 guests, about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Homemade Italian food, wine and beer, and customizable group menus. Call (407) 354-0770.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the best food near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes?
Ciao Italia Ristorante — homemade Italian since 1991, about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Free parking.
Is Ciao Italia expensive?
No. Pasta starts around $19. Kids menu is $13 with gelato. Casual neighborhood pricing.
Can I come in casual clothes?
Yes. Come in park clothes, shorts, flip-flops. No dress code.
Is there parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front.
Is it open late?
Open nightly until 10 PM.
Does Ciao Italia have gluten-free options?
While the menu is pasta-focused, dishes like Lamb Chops, Salmone Toscano, and salads can accommodate dietary needs. Speak with your server about specific requirements.
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Real Food Near Ritz-Carlton
Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Homemade Italian since 1991.
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.