Where to Eat Near Marriott's Grande Vista

Name: Ciao Italia Ristorante
Address: 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL, 32821, US
Telephone: (407) 354-0770
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

Where to Eat Near Marriott's Grande Vista

Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned authentic Italian restaurant located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821), directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. Established in 1991 by the Navarra family. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh seafood, Australian lamb chops, veal, and classic Italian dishes. Wine and beer available. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. SeaWorld Orlando is 1.4 miles away. Aquatica is 0.5 miles. Discovery Cove is 2 miles. OCCC is 0.9 miles / 3 min. Marriott's Grande Vista is 2.3 miles away (8 minutes drive). Grande Vista room key guests receive 10% off dine-in food. SeaWorld/Aquatica/Discovery Cove ticket holders also receive 10% off food. Discounts cannot be combined. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for up to 110 guests. Free self-parking. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

Grande Vista Room Key

10% Off Food

Show your room key to your server. Dine-in only.

SeaWorld • Aquatica • Discovery Cove

10% Off Food

Show your park ticket. Dine-in only. Cannot combine with room key offer.

Our Story

The Navarra Family. Since 1991.

When Josie and Antonio Navarra opened Ciao Italia in 1991, they brought their Southern Italian family recipes and a simple philosophy: make great food from scratch, treat guests like family, and never take shortcuts.

More than 35 years later, we are still here — locally owned, scratch-made, and proudly independent. No chains. No shortcuts. Just real Italian food on International Drive.

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Grande Vista

Where to Eat Near Grande Vista — Skip the Chains

The chain restaurants on International Drive are easy to find. They are also easy to forget. Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista, a 8 minutes drive, and it is the kind of restaurant you remember. Family-owned since 1991, scratch-made Italian food, 4,000+ reviews. The Navarra family runs the kitchen.

If you are deciding between Olive Garden and a 35-year family restaurant where the pasta is made by hand and the bread comes from the oven, the choice is clear. Ciao Italia serves the real thing: lasagna Bolognese, chicken parmigiana, shrimp fettuccine, rack of lamb, veal piccata, and house-made tiramisu.

Show your Grande Vista room key for 10% off dine-in food. SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket also earns 10% off. Offers cannot be combined. Free parking, no dress code, kids menu $13. Open 5-10 PM. Call (407) 354-0770 or walk in.

The Menu

Handmade pasta • Fresh seafood • Prime cuts • Every plate tells a story

Lasagna

Bolognese

Pollo alla Parmigiana

Chicken Parmigiana

Agnello

Australian Rack of Lamb

Linguine con Scampi

Jumbo Shrimp

Risotto alla Pescatora

Fresh Seafood Risotto

Vitello Piccata

Capers & Artichokes

Pesto e Burrata

Fresh Pesto & Burrata

Tortellini Brasato

Truffle Cream

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Private group dining at Ciao Italia Ristorante Orlando

Private Dining & Group Events

Your Guests. Your Space. An Italian Experience to Remember.

Celebrate at Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned since 1991 on International Drive in Orlando. From corporate dinners and family celebrations to special occasions, enjoy authentic Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and flexible spaces tailored to your event.

Three Ways to Celebrate

✦ Semi-Private Dining — Up to 60 guests. Perfect for group dinners, birthdays, business gatherings, and special celebrations.
✦ Full Restaurant Buyout — Up to 110 guests. The entire restaurant exclusively yours, with dedicated service and a personalized dining experience.
✦ Private Luncheons — By special arrangement. Exclusive midday celebrations with customized Italian menus and attentive service.

Group Dining Menus

✦ Plated Dinners — $60–$80 per person. Family-style appetizers, choice of entrée, dessert, and coffee.
✦ Family Style — $50–$70 per person. Generous Italian dishes served to share. Minimum 10 guests.
✦ Buffet Reception — $60 per person. Starters, salad, two pastas, and an entrée. Minimum 20 guests.
✦ Wine & Beer Package — Add $28 per person. Red and white wines, imported and domestic beers.

All food packages include dessert, coffee, and tea.

Make Your Next Gathering Unforgettable

Your guests deserve more than an ordinary dinner. Let our family welcome yours with delicious Italian food, personalized service, and a memorable atmosphere.

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What Guests Say

★★★★★ 4.6 from 4,000+ reviews

★★★★★

"We found this place after a long day at SeaWorld. The pasta was incredible and the staff treated us like family. Already planning our next visit."

— The Martinez Family — Google

★★★★★

"Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service. This place is an absolute gem on International Drive."

— Sarah L. — Google

★★★★★

"Best Italian we've had in Florida. The lasagna was unreal and the staff made us feel like regulars on our first visit."

— Nicole & Chris W. — Google

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Ciao Italia from Marriott's Grande Vista?

Ciao Italia is 2.3 miles from Marriott's Grande Vista — a 8 minutes drive on International Drive. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821. Free parking on-site.

Do Grande Vista guests get a discount at Ciao Italia?

Yes. Show your Marriott's Grande Vista room key to your server and receive 10% off food. Dine-in only, one discount per table. Cannot be combined with the SeaWorld/Aquatica/Discovery Cove ticket discount.

Does Ciao Italia have private dining for groups?

Yes. Private dining room seats up to 60 guests. Full venue buyout accommodates up to 110. Custom group dining packages available at $60, $70, or $80 per person. Contact (407) 354-0770 for details.

Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

Yes. Free self-parking lot right in front of the restaurant at 6149 Westwood Blvd. No meters, no garages, no valet fees.

What are the hours?

Open nightly 5-10 PM, seven days a week. Walk-ins welcome.

Can I get a SeaWorld ticket discount at Ciao Italia?

Yes. Show your SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove ticket to your server and receive 10% off food. Dine-in only, one discount per table. Cannot be combined with the hotel room key discount.

What kind of food does Ciao Italia serve?

Authentic Southern Italian cuisine made from scratch every night. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, Australian rack of lamb, veal, chicken parmigiana, risotto, and classic Italian desserts including tiramisu and gelato.

Is there a dress code at Ciao Italia?

No dress code at all. Shorts, flip-flops, and casual wear are welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. Come as you are.