Restaurant Menu Near Ritz-Carlton
Homemade pasta, seafood, veal, chicken parm, kids menu. Everything from scratch since 1991.
Every Dish Made From Scratch Daily
Dinner Menu at Ciao Italia — Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
If you are staying at Ritz-Carlton and looking for a restaurant with a real menu — not a hotel bar menu, not a chain menu — Ciao Italia is about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton.
Our dinner menu features homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, lamb chops, and housemade desserts. Everything is made from scratch daily. The kids menu is $13 and includes gelato.
Scroll down to see the full tabbed menu. Wine and beer available. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome.
- About 10 minutes by car from Ritz-Carlton
- 13 homemade pasta dishes
- 7 secondi (chicken, veal, salmon, lamb, grouper)
- 6 antipasti and 4 insalate
- Kids menu $13 with gelato
- Wine and beer selection
- Free parking lot
- Open nightly 5-10 PM
From Scratch, Every Night
The pasta is rolled fresh. The sauces are cooked from scratch. The bread is baked that day. Nothing on this menu comes from a freezer or a can.
Popular dishes include the sacchetti di filetto (truffle sage pasta with sliced filet), the risotto alla pescatora (seafood risotto), the chicken parmigiana, and the Australian lamb chops.
For the kids: spaghetti, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, ravioli, and steak bites — all $13, all with gelato for 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. 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 Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
The Ritz-Carlton at Grande Lakes sets a high bar for dining, with multiple award-winning restaurants on property. But luxury guests who have traveled the world know that some of the best food comes from the smallest kitchens.
Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant where the Navarra family has cooked from scratch since 1991. There is no executive chef rotation, no seasonal concept pivots — just the same family making the same honest food for over 35 years.
For Ritz-Carlton guests accustomed to curated dining experiences, Ciao Italia offers something different: authenticity without performance. The pasta is fresh, the bread is warm, the sauces are traditional. The experience is personal because the family is right there.
Wine and beer with dinner. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome nightly 5-10 PM. Private dining room seats up to 60. Over 4,000 reviews. The kind of restaurant that does not need a Michelin star to earn your respect.
How to Get to Ciao Italia from Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
From the Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes, head west on Central Florida Parkway toward International Drive, then south to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd — about 10 minutes. Free parking lot right in front.
More Questions About Dining Near Ritz-Carlton Orlando Grande Lakes
Where can Ritz-Carlton Grande Lakes guests eat off-resort?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant about 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Homemade food since 1991, over 4,000 reviews, and prices well below resort dining. Open nightly 5-10 PM with free parking.
Is there authentic Italian food near the Ritz-Carlton Orlando?
Yes. Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard has been making homemade Italian food since 1991. About 10 minutes from the Ritz-Carlton. Fresh pasta, bread, traditional recipes. Walk-ins welcome.
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of food does Ciao Italia serve?
Authentic Italian — homemade pasta, seafood, veal, chicken, lamb, and desserts. Everything from scratch.
Is there a kids menu?
Yes. $13 per child, includes gelato. Options include spaghetti, chicken fingers, fettuccine alfredo, ravioli, and steak bites.
Does Ciao Italia have wine?
Yes. Wine and beer are available. No a curated wine and beer selection.
What is the price range?
Pasta $19-$36. Secondi $24-$44. Kids menu $13. Casual dining, not fine dining.
How far from Ritz-Carlton?
About 10 minutes by car. Ciao Italia is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd with free parking.
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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Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Open nightly 5-10 PM.
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.