Where to Eat Near Orlando Airport
15 minutes from MCO. Handmade Italian since 1991. The answer to where to eat near the airport.
THE ANSWER — Handmade Italian — 15 Minutes from MCO Airport
The Answer Is 15 Minutes from MCO
Where to eat near Orlando Airport is a question every traveler asks. The area around MCO is not known for great food — it is known for convenience. But 15 minutes west on FL-528 W, you hit Westwood Boulevard, where Ciao Italia has been serving handmade Italian food since 1991. Fresh pasta daily. Sauces from imported Italian ingredients. Warm bread. A family-owned restaurant with 35 years of history and a Zagat rating.
- 15 minutes from Orlando International Airport (MCO)
- 12 miles via FL-528 W (Beachline Expressway)
- Handmade pasta and fresh sauces daily
- $13 kids menu includes gelato dessert
- Free parking lot right in front
- Walk-ins welcome 7 nights a week
- Family-owned and operated since 1991
Whether You Just Landed or You Are About to Leave
Ciao Italia works for both. If you just landed and your hotel is in the I-Drive or Disney area, we are literally on the way. If it is your last night and you want a proper dinner before a late flight, we open at 5 PM. The Tortellini con Brasato is braised beef with truffle cream. The Salmone Toscano is pan-seared with Tuscan herbs. The Fettuccine Alfredo is creamy comfort food after a long travel day. Kids menu $13 with gelato. Wine and beer. Free parking. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM. Call (407) 354-0770.
Practical Details
Address
6149 Westwood Blvd
Orlando, FL 32821
Hours & Phone
Open Nightly 5–10 PM
(407) 354-0770
From MCO
15 minutes / 12 miles
FL-528 W to I-Drive
Free parking
About Dining Near Orlando Airport
Travelers searching for where to eat near MCO typically end up at hotel restaurants or Semoran Boulevard chains.
The better move is a short 15-minute drive west to the Westwood Boulevard area near International Drive.
Ciao Italia is one of Orlando's top-rated Italian restaurants, 12 miles from MCO. Family-owned since 1991.
Getting to Ciao Italia from MCO
From MCO, take FL-528 W (Beachline Expressway) to International Drive. Head south to Westwood Boulevard. Ciao Italia is at 6149 Westwood Blvd. Free parking. 15 minutes, 12 miles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I eat near Orlando Airport?
Ciao Italia on Westwood Boulevard is 15 minutes from MCO. Handmade Italian since 1991, family-owned, open nightly.
Is Ciao Italia on the way from MCO to the hotels?
Yes. It sits between MCO and the I-Drive/Disney hotel areas. A natural stop on the drive.
How far is Ciao Italia from MCO?
12 miles, about 15 minutes via FL-528 W.
Is Ciao Italia open for late dinner?
Yes. Open until 10 PM every night. Perfect for a dinner before a late flight.
Does Ciao Italia take walk-ins?
Yes. Walk-ins welcome every night. Call (407) 354-0770 for large groups.
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Where to Eat Near MCO
15 minutes from the airport. Handmade Italian since 1991.
Published by Ciao Italia Ristorante, family-owned by the Navarra family on Westwood Boulevard since 1991. Over 35 years of authentic Italian hospitality in Orlando, Florida.