Ciao Italia Ristorante exterior evening Orlando
Where to Eat Near the Convention Center

Where to Eat Near Convention Center Orlando

Skip the convention food. Homemade Italian 5 minutes away. Since 1991. 4,000+ reviews.

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Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner at Ciao Italia Orlando

Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd

Family dinner at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando
35+
Years Open
4,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
5 min
From Convention Center

Skip the Convention Food. Eat Here Instead.

You know what is near the Orange County Convention Center? Chains. Hotel restaurants. Overpriced buffets. Convention food courts that charge fifteen dollars for a lukewarm sandwich. You deserve better than that after a long day on the exhibit floor.

Ciao Italia is 5 minutes from the OCCC. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant that has been making everything from scratch since 1991. The pasta is homemade. The sauces are fresh. The bread comes out of the oven warm. Over 4,000 reviews from convention attendees, tourists, and Orlando locals who all found it the same way — looking for a real dinner after a long day. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests, so if you are organizing a team dinner or corporate event after your conference, one call handles everything. Group menus are available.

Rack of lamb at Ciao Italia Orlando
Italian charcuterie at Ciao Italia Orlando Chicken parmigiana at Ciao Italia Orlando
Wine evening at Ciao Italia Orlando Linguine alle Vongole at Ciao Italia

Why Convention Groups Keep Coming Back

Organizing dinner for a convention group is stressful. You need a place that can seat everyone, serve the food on time, keep the bill reasonable, and not embarrass you in front of clients. Ciao Italia has been handling convention group dinners for over 35 years. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests in a dedicated space. Group menus simplify ordering. The wine and beer selection pairs with everything on the menu. And the food — homemade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, lamb — is the kind of dinner that makes people remember your event for the right reasons.

Convention attendees who visit the theme parks during their trip can show their SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket and save 10% on dinner. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome. Open nightly 5-10 PM. 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando. (407) 354-0770.

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

Practical Details

Address

6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821

Hours & Phone

Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770

Proximity

5 minutes from the Orange County Convention Center
Free parking available

Risotto alla Pescatora at Ciao Italia

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Ciao Italia from the Orange County Convention Center?

Ciao Italia is about 5 minutes away from the Orange County Convention Center by car. Free parking when you arrive.

Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

Yes. Free parking lot right in front of the restaurant. No meters, no garages, no convention center parking fees.

Can Ciao Italia seat a large group from a convention?

Yes. The private dining room seats up to 60 guests with group menus available. Perfect for team dinners and corporate events after a convention.

Are walk-ins welcome after convention events?

Walk-ins are welcome every night. For groups of 6+, call ahead at (407) 354-0770 to ensure seating.

Does Ciao Italia serve alcohol?

Yes. Ciao Italia offers an Italian wine list and beer selection curated to pair with the food.

What are Ciao Italia's hours?

Open nightly from 5 PM to 10 PM, seven days a week. Perfect timing for after-conference dinner.

Ciao Italia Ristorante is independently owned and operated. We are not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the Orange County Convention Center, OCCC, or any hotel, resort, or attraction referenced on this page. Offers subject to change.

Dinner Near the Convention Center

Walk-ins welcome. Free parking. Private dining for groups up to 60.

Reserve a Table Call (407) 354-0770 Private Event Inquiry