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Employee Dining Discount

SeaWorld Employees Get 15% Off Dinner

Show your SeaWorld employee ID. Enjoy homemade Italian at Ciao Italia.

15% OFF — Show Your Employee ID — Every Night, No Blackouts

How It Works

No coupon. No app. No promo code. Just show your employee ID.

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Finish your shift
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Come to Ciao Italia
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Show your ID
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Save 15% on dinner
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The Employee Dinner Spot Near SeaWorld

Working at SeaWorld means long days on your feet, keeping guests happy and the park running. When your shift ends, you deserve better than fast food or whatever is left in the break room. You deserve a real meal at a real restaurant.

Ciao Italia Ristorante is about 3 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando. We have been family-owned since 1991, and we offer SeaWorld employees 15% off dinner every single night. No blackout dates. No hoops to jump through. No fine print.

Just show your employee ID to your server. The discount covers your entire table, so bring your crew, your family, or just come solo after a long day. We make everything from scratch, and we will not rush you out.

Rack of lamb at Ciao Italia Orlando employee dining
Italian charcuterie board at Ciao Italia Orlando Chicken parmigiana at Ciao Italia Orlando
Guest enjoying wine at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando Linguine alle Vongole at Ciao Italia Orlando

Team Dinners and Group Outings

Ciao Italia is a go-to spot for SeaWorld team dinners and department celebrations. The 15% employee discount makes it easy to plan a group outing that does not blow anyone's budget.

For groups of 6 or more, give us a call at (407) 354-0770 so we can set up your table. If you are planning something bigger like end of season parties, retirement celebrations, or department milestones, ask about our private dining options. We can handle up to 60 guests in a private space or up to 110 for a full restaurant buyout.

We have hosted SeaWorld employee groups for years. You will not feel rushed, and there is plenty of room for your whole crew.

Sacchetti di Filetto at Ciao Italia Orlando Fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp at Ciao Italia Orlando

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.

Risotto alla Pescatora at Ciao Italia Orlando

About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando

After a full day at SeaWorld Orlando, the usual routine is predictable: leave the park, drive up International Drive, and settle for the first chain restaurant with an open table. It works, but it is not memorable. The area around SeaWorld has dozens of dining options, most of them forgettable.

What most visitors do not realize is that some of the best food near SeaWorld is not on International Drive at all. The side streets on International Drive are home to independent restaurants that serve real, made-from-scratch meals at fair prices. These are the places locals eat.

Ciao Italia Ristorante is one of those places. on International Drive and Westwood Boulevard 3 minutes from SeaWorld SeaWorld, it has been run by the Navarra family since 1991. The menu is classic Italian: homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, lamb chops, and a wine list that covers every region of Italy.

Families coming from SeaWorld appreciate the casual atmosphere, the free parking, and the 10% ticket discount. Couples enjoy the quieter dining room and the chance to share a bottle of wine after a busy day. It is the kind of restaurant that turns a theme park vacation into something a little more special.

How to Get to Ciao Italia from SeaWorld Orlando

From SeaWorld, the drive to Ciao Italia takes about 3 minutes. Head south on International Drive for about half a mile, then turn onto Westwood Boulevard. The restaurant is on International Drive at 6149 Westwood Blvd with free parking right in front. It is an easy, straight shot with no highway driving required. Rideshare from SeaWorld typically costs just a few dollars.

More Questions About Dining Near SeaWorld Orlando

Where do locals eat near SeaWorld Orlando?

Locals in the SeaWorld area often recommend Ciao Italia Ristorante on Westwood Boulevard. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been open since 1991, and it avoids the tourist-trap feel of many International Drive restaurants. Homemade pasta, fair prices, free parking, and a casual atmosphere.

Is Ciao Italia a good restaurant for families after SeaWorld?

Absolutely. Ciao Italia is casual and welcoming, with no dress code. The kids menu is $13 and includes gelato. Families come in straight from SeaWorld in park clothes and feel right at home. The restaurant is 3 minutes from the park, parking is free, and walk-ins are welcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do SeaWorld employees get 15% off at Ciao Italia?

Show your valid SeaWorld employee ID to your server when seated. The 15% discount applies to your entire table's food order. No coupon or app needed.

Does the discount work for part-time SeaWorld staff?

Yes. Any current SeaWorld employee with a valid employee ID qualifies, whether you are part-time, full-time, or seasonal.

Can I bring my family and still get the discount?

Yes. One valid employee ID covers the entire table's food order at 15% off. Bring your family, friends, or coworkers.

Is the SeaWorld employee discount available every night?

Yes. The 15% employee discount is available 7 days a week with no blackout dates. We are open nightly from 5 to 10 PM.

Do I need a coupon or promo code?

No. Just show your SeaWorld employee ID to your server. No coupon, no app, no promo code required.

How close is Ciao Italia to SeaWorld Orlando?

About 3 minutes by car. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd, on International Drive, with a free parking lot.

Does the discount apply to drinks and dessert?

The 15% discount applies to food orders. Alcoholic beverages are not included, but our homemade desserts are covered.

Just 1 mile from SeaWorld Orlando

3 minutes drive via Westwood Blvd — free parking at the door

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Ciao Italia Ristorante offers this promotion independently and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Orlando, or Discovery Cove. Valid employee identification required. Discount applies to food only. Offer subject to change.

You Earned This Dinner

15% off. No blackout dates. Homemade Italian, 3 minutes from the park.

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.