Rosen Shingle Creek Food — Scratch Kitchen Nearby
Everything cooked fresh daily. 10 minutes from your resort. 10% off with your SeaWorld ticket.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Food That Comes from a Kitchen, Not a Warehouse
Resort food is designed for scale. It feeds hundreds of guests per meal, which means shortcuts. Pre-made sauces. Par-cooked proteins. Standard-issue desserts. When you want food made by people who actually care about cooking, you drive 10 minutes to Ciao Italia on International Drive.
The Navarra family has owned this kitchen since 1991. The pasta dough is mixed daily. The meat sauce simmers for hours. The Calamari Saltati is sautéed in white wine lemon butter — never fried. The bread is baked. The gelato is house-made. This is a scratch kitchen in the truest sense, and it has been for over 35 years.
What the Kitchen Is Making Tonight
The Pappardelle al Cinghiale features wild boar ragu with porcini mushrooms and pecorino. The Sacchetti di Filetto is truffle sage pasta filled and served with parmigiano cream and sliced filet. The Linguine alle Vongole is fresh clams in white wine garlic sauce. For protein-forward diners, the Brasato delivers braised boneless short rib with red wine reduction over sundried tomato polenta and asparagus.
The wine list is Italian. The beer selection is curated. No cocktails, no full bar. Casual dress — shorts and sandals are fine. Kids eat for $13 with gelato included. This is not fancy food pretending to be casual. It is honest Italian food made by a family that has been doing it for 35 years.
Bring Your SeaWorld Ticket
Spent the day at SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove? Show your ticket at dinner and save 10%. Sit down to handmade Italian 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, a 10-minute drive from Rosen Shingle Creek.
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.
Rosen Shingle Creek to Ciao Italia
Head west on International Drive. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd — about 10 minutes from Rosen Shingle Creek. Free parking in front. Open every night, 5 to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome. Call (407) 354-0770 for reservations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best restaurant near Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is a 10-minute drive from Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando on International Drive. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991, serving 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 Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando?
Ciao Italia is a 10-minute drive from Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando. The restaurant is at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive with free parking right out front.
Is the food at Ciao Italia made fresh?
Everything is made from scratch daily. The pasta dough is mixed and rolled in the kitchen. The sauces simmer all afternoon. The calamari is sautéed to order. Even the kids menu is real Italian food — steak bites and ravioli instead. The Navarra family has cooked this way since 1991.
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 — antipasti through dessert.
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. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Do I need a reservation at Ciao Italia?
Walk-ins are welcome every night from 5 to 10 PM. For groups of 6 or more, call ahead at (407) 354-0770. Reservations also available through OpenTable.
Does Ciao Italia have wine and beer?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
Does Ciao Italia have free parking?
Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd. No meters, no valet, no garage.
What are Ciao Italia's hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week. Walk-ins welcome.
Does Ciao Italia host convention groups from Rosen Shingle Creek?
Yes. Ciao Italia offers group dining packages at $60, $70, or $80 per person with private event menus. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Call (407) 354-0770 for group dining inquiries.
10-minute drive from Rosen Shingle Creek
6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive
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Real Food, 10 Minutes Away
Scratch kitchen since 1991. SeaWorld ticket = 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.