Where to Eat Near Hilton Orlando
Every convention group asks the same question. Here's the answer. 5-minute drive, free parking. 10% off with park ticket.
Family-Owned Italian — Since 1991 — 6149 Westwood Blvd
Every Convention Group Asks the Same Question
"Where should we eat tonight?" After the third hotel restaurant dinner, someone in the group pulls out their phone. The Hilton Orlando connects to the Orange County Convention Center via a covered walkway, and every convention week thousands of attendees ask this exact question.
Here is the answer: Ciao Italia Ristorante, 0.8 miles from the Hilton Orlando. A 5-minute drive with free parking right in front. Family-owned since 1991 by the Navarra family. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, Italian classics — everything made from scratch, not reheated from a commissary kitchen.
This is not a hidden gem. It is a 35-year-old restaurant with over 4,000 reviews and 9 awards. It just is not on the convention center food map. Once someone in your group finds it, you will be back every night.
Why This Is the Answer
- 35+ years of family-owned Italian tradition by the Navarra family
- 4,000+ reviews — one of Orlando's most-reviewed Italian restaurants
- Everything made from scratch daily — pasta, sauces, desserts
- Zagat rated with 9 culinary awards
- Neighborhood prices — Fettuccine Alfredo $19, Lasagna $21
- Private dining room seats up to 60 for group dinners
- 10% off dinner with your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket
- Free parking right in front of the restaurant
- Walk-ins welcome every night, 5 to 10 PM
- Upscale vibes, casual comfort — shorts welcome, no dress code
Works for Every Situation
Business dinner with clients: Impressive enough to make a statement. Handmade pasta, Italian wine list, private dining room for up to 60. The food does the talking and the check does not embarrass anyone.
Team celebration: The whole crew just wrapped a four-day convention. They want real food, cold beer, and a place where they can actually hear each other. Ciao Italia is casual, welcoming, and loud in a good way.
Couples night: You have been in conference sessions all day. You want a glass of wine, handmade pasta, and conversation. No dress code. No pretension. Just good Italian food and warm hospitality.
Family dinner: Kids eat for $13 with gelato included. Highchairs available. No one cares if your toddler drops a meatball. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Park Ticket? Save 10%
Visiting SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove during your trip? Show your ticket at dinner and save 10% on your entire check — antipasti through dessert. Combined with neighborhood prices that are already half of what the hotel charges, this is the best dining deal near the Hilton Orlando.
How to Get There
Ciao Italia is 0.8 miles from the Hilton Orlando — about a 5-minute drive. Head south on International Drive, turn onto Westwood Blvd, and you are there. Free parking lot right in front at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821.
Distance
0.8 miles from the Hilton Orlando. 5-minute drive.
Parking
Free self-parking lot right in front. No valet fees.
Hours
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins welcome.
Reservations
Book online through OpenTable or call (407) 354-0770.
Private Dining
Private room seats up to 60. Full venue buyout up to 110.
Dress Code
No dress code. Shorts welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
More Questions About Dining Near Hilton Orlando
Where should convention guests eat near Hilton Orlando?
Ciao Italia Ristorante is the go-to dinner spot for Hilton Orlando and OCCC convention guests. Just 0.8 miles away — a 5-minute drive with free parking. Family-owned since 1991 with handmade Italian food, 4,000+ reviews, and neighborhood prices. Private dining available for groups up to 60. Call (407) 354-0770.
Is Ciao Italia good for business dinners?
Yes. Ciao Italia works for every situation — client dinners, team celebrations, or casual colleague meals. The food is impressive enough for business entertaining but the atmosphere is casual and welcoming with no dress code. Private dining room seats up to 60.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ciao Italia from the Hilton Orlando?
Ciao Italia is 0.8 miles from the Hilton Orlando — about a 5-minute drive. Free parking at 6149 Westwood Blvd.
Is Ciao Italia family-friendly?
Absolutely. Casual and welcoming with a $13 kids menu that includes gelato. No dress code — shorts and flip-flops welcome.
Does Ciao Italia have wine?
Yes. Italian wine list and beer selection. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar.
What are Ciao Italia hours?
Open nightly from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week.
5-Minute Drive from the Hilton Orlando
0.8 miles — free parking at the restaurant
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5-minute drive from the Hilton. Free parking.
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.