Wine & Dining Orlando
Wine Dinner in Orlando
Italian wine and cuisine paired to perfection since 1991
Wine and Italian Cuisine, Together the Way They Should Be
A great Italian meal deserves a great glass of wine. At Ciao Italia Ristorante, wine is not an afterthought. It is part of the experience. Our wine list has been curated over three decades to complement the flavors of our kitchen, from bold Tuscan reds that stand up to our brasato to crisp Pinot Grigios that bring out the brightness of our seafood dishes.
The Navarra family has been running this kitchen since 1991, and wine has always been at the center of the table. Whether you are here for a quiet dinner for two or organizing a private wine dinner for your group, the goal is the same: match every dish with something that makes it better.
Our Wine List
We carry Italian wines from Tuscany, Piedmont, Sicily, Veneto, and other regions alongside select domestic bottles. Our list includes Chianti Classico, Barolo, Brunello di Montalcino, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, Pinot Grigio, Vermentino, and Prosecco, among others. We also offer wines by the glass so you can try different pairings throughout your meal without committing to a full bottle.
If you are not sure what to order, our staff knows the wine list inside and out. Tell them what you are eating and how you like your wine, and they will point you in the right direction. No pretension, no sommelier lectures. Just honest recommendations from people who drink these wines with these dishes every week.
Classic Italian Wine Pairings
Italian wine and Italian food were made for each other. A rich Chianti Classico with our chicken parmigiana. A smooth Barolo alongside braised short ribs. A glass of Vermentino with our branzino or grouper. These are not random pairings. They are combinations that Italian families have been perfecting for centuries, and they are the same pairings we serve at our tables every night.
Our handmade pastas are especially rewarding with wine. The risotto pescatore with a chilled Verdicchio. Sacchetti filled with ricotta and pear alongside a light Pinot Noir. Pappardelle with wild boar ragu and a glass of Montepulciano. Every dish on our menu has a wine that makes it sing, and our staff is happy to walk you through the options.
Private Wine Dinners for Groups
Looking to host a wine dinner for a special occasion, a corporate event, or just a group of friends who love good wine? Our private dining room seats up to 60 guests and is ideal for wine-focused events. We can build a custom multi-course menu with wine pairings for each course, or offer a selection of bottles for the table to share family style.
Private wine dinners at Ciao Italia include dedicated service staff, a customizable menu, and the flexibility to design the evening around your preferences. Whether you want a formal five-course pairing or a relaxed evening with great bottles and shareable plates, we can make it happen. Call us at (407) 354-0770 to start planning.
A Wine Dinner Worth the Drive
Located on Westwood Blvd near SeaWorld and the Orange County Convention Center, Ciao Italia is easy to reach from anywhere in the Orlando metro area. Free self-parking means you are not paying for valet or circling a garage. We are open seven nights a week from 5 to 10 PM, so you can plan your wine dinner any evening that works for your schedule.
